News from January 2021
Case activity for USA vs Theresa A. Taylor on Jan. 12
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by USA against Theresa A. Taylor on Jan. 12.
Madison County officials, politicians unanimously condemn 'disastrous' police reform bill 'disguised' under new name; Stuart: New bill bears no resemblance to original bill
Edwardsville Rep. Katie Stuart says the bill she filed bore no resemblance to the one passed by the Illinois Senate after Chicago Sen. Elgie Sims Jr. amended to include controversial police "reform" provisions.
Insurers argue manufacturer's insurance policy should not be extended to Rural King in dog attack suit
Insurance companies argue that a policy for the manufacturer of a dog collar should not be extended to the store where that collar was purchased before it allegedly broke, resulting in a pit bull attacking a woman.
Hoffman looks out for the lawsuit industry
Thanks to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s lockdowns, Metro-East small businesses are ailing.
Nineteen applicants seek two Madison County associate judge vacancies
There are 19 applicants vying for two vacant associate judge seats in Madison County.
Woman sues East Alton property owner over fall down stairs
EDWARDSVILLE — A woman who allegedly fell down a staircase at an East Alton property and fractured her ankle is claiming the homeowner and tenant were negligent.
Case activity for Jane Doe 8 vs Carrier Mills - Stonefort School District No. 2 on Jan. 11
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Jane Doe 8 and Minor Doe 8 against Bryce Jerel, Carrier Mills - Stonefort School District No. 2 and Geof Absher on Jan. 11.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on Jan. 5
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on Jan. 5 in the suits below:
St. Clair County foreclosures Jan. 5-7
There were four foreclosures in St. Clair County Jan. 5-7.
St. Clair County real estate Oct. 12-16
An O'Fallon retail property sold for $2,535,000 as part of the St. Clair County real estate transactions Oct. 12-16.
Madison County real estate Nov. 30-Dec. 4
An East Alton land parcel sold for $680,000 as part of the Madison County real estate transactions Nov. 30-Dec.4.
Madison County civil docket Jan. 18-22
Madison County judges Ruth, Smith, and Threlkeld have law cases scheduled on the civil docket Jan. 18-22.
Case activity for Stanley Boclair vs Frank Lawrence on Jan. 11
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Stanley Boclair against Frank Lawrence, Jane / John Doe, Lloyd Hana, Reva Engalage, Rob Jefreys and Robert Mueler on Jan. 11.
Plummer on passage of defund police bill
There's no denying it, this measure will put dangerous and violent offenders back on the streets and threatens the safety of the public. It's extreme and inexcusable.
Case activity for Tifani McBren vs United States of America on Jan. 11
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Tifani McBren against United States of America on Jan. 11.
Jan. 5: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "555 prison condition" cases
The following cases categorized as "555 prison condition" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on Jan. 5. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
ILLINOIS ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Raoul Announces Police Reform Bill
Attorney General Raoul Announces Police Reform Bill Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced legislation to improve the police certification and de-certification process as part of his ongoing effort to advocate for policies that make lasting, systemic change to policing in Illinois.
Pritzker's administration: From the People, by the Politicians, for the Bloodsuckers
Any new state tax increases on anything is unconscionable. No matter what you may believe about the lockdowns, it is a fact that they decimated the Illinois economy, and Pritzker has done nothing to alleviate the damage.
Illinois Family Institute: Leftists hate what Mary Miller stands for, with a vengeance
Illinois Family Institute proudly stands in support of Mary Miller and her bold pro-life, pro-family platform and we encourage your readers to stand with her, encourage her, and to pray for her.
Former SIU staff member alleges harassment from coworker
BELLEVILLE — A former Southern Illinois University employee alleges the school failed to stop harassment she claims she faced from a coworker.