News from January 2021
Illinois' sobering 'sin taxes' among nation's highest this new year
Excise taxes have failed to improve Illinoisans’ health while creating an undue burden for those with the least. But lawmakers have yet to kick the habit.
Third lawyer for insurance claims processor comes in late to oppose $3.7 million default judgment
BENTON – Attorney George Ripplinger of Belleville entered a fraud and defamation suit as the third lawyer for defendants whose previous lawyers withdrew on grounds of communication breakdown and failure to pay.
Blind man alleges Clockwork Synergy website violates ADA; Suit: 'Discrimination is particularly acute' due to Covid-19
A blind man claims a company selling watch accessories discriminates against disabled consumers by allegedly violating the Americans with Disabilities Act with its alleged inaccessible website.
Madison County real estate Nov. 16-20
A Worden residence sold for $560,000 as part of the Madison County real estate transactions Nov. 16-20.
St. Clair County real estate Sep. 28-Oct. 2
An O'Fallon land parcel sold for $875,000 as part of the St. Clair County real estate transactions Sep. 28-Oct. 2.
CLARK HILL PLC: How 2020 Changed Employment Law and What Changes May Be in Store for 2021
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, employers and human resources professionals encountered significant regulatory changes implemented by all levels of government and numerous employment agencies.
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Raoul Challenges Rule Undermining Energy Efficiency Standards for Dishwashers
Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 15 attorneys general and New York City in filing a lawsuit challenging the Department of Energy’s (DOE) final rule undermining current energy efficiency standards for residential dishwashers.
HEYL ROYSTER: Giving Back During the Holidays
In past years, Heyl Royster's offices supported numerous charities and causes during the holiday season.
FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP: The Biden-Harris Administration: Build Back Better?
As the Biden-Harris administration prepares to take over in January, what changes will the transition bring?
Madison County civil docket Jan. 4-8
Madison County judges Ruth, Threlkeld, and Harrison have law cases scheduled on the civil docket Jan. 4-8.
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Raoul Encourages Diversity and Local Ownership in Broadcast Media
Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in voicing concern with the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) repeal of rules designed to promote diversity and local ownership in broadcast media.
Case activity for Eric Foreman vs Clockwork Synergy, LLC on Dec. 31
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Eric Foreman against Clockwork Synergy, LLC on Dec. 31.
Court activity on Dec. 31: Esurance Insurance Services, Inc. vs Lajavion Ramsey
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by Esurance Insurance Services, Inc. against Alexis N. Hil, Da - Mon L. Perkins, Donald Arnet, Faith Stublefield, Lajavion Ramsey, Nicholas A. Smith, Teri Arnet, Terion Carter Smith and Wiliam R. Rankin on Dec. 31.
Case activity for Joshua Le Hoskins vs Lieutenant Baker on Dec. 30
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Joshua Le Hoskins against Lieutenant Baker on Dec. 30.
Dec. 24: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "442 civil rights: jobs" cases
The following cases categorized as "442 civil rights: jobs" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on Dec. 24. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Case activity for Leora Furlow vs Johnson & Johnson on Dec. 30
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Leora Furlow against Ethicon, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson on Dec. 30.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on Dec. 24
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on Dec. 24 in the suits below: