News from 2021
Motorist alleges injuries from collision at Roxana intersection
EDWARDSVILLE — A driver is accused of failing to stop at an intersection in Roxana, resulting in a collision.
Passenger alleges semi's defective braking system caused collision
EAST ST. LOUIS — A passenger in a tractor trailer claims he was injured when the truck's brakes suddenly engaged and caused the truck to overturn.
Electric companies deny liability in suit alleging failure to pay; Subcontractor accused of negligent work at substation
Electric companies accused of failing to pay a subcontractor for its work at a Bloomington substation deny liability, arguing that the plaintiff has been paid in full and failed to sufficiently complete the work.
School administrators raise concerns over bill giving admin time, not sick time, for COVID issues
School administrators across the state say a measure giving staff the ability to take administrative days rather than sick days for COVID-related issues will burden their ability to best educate children.
Motorist alleges tractor trailer driver caused collision on I-270
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist claims a tractor trailer driver sideswiped his vehicle on Interstate 270, causing him to suffer injuries.
Customer sues over slip, fall at Granite City QuikTrip
EDWARDSVILLE — A customer claims she slipped and fell near the condiment station at a QuikTrip in Granite City.
Retired Judge Pearman laid to rest in Paris, Ill.; Justice Garman pays tribute
Illinois Supreme Court Justice Rita Garman paid tribute to retired Fifth Judicial Circuit Chief Judge Ralph Stewart Pearman whose funeral services were held Wednesday morning in Paris.
Driver alleges injuries in Route 4 rear end collision
EDWARDSVILLE — A driver claims she suffered injuries in a rear end collision Illinois Route 4 when another driver failed to stop for traffic.
Walmart seeks to file cross claim in fatal crash alleging defective booster seat
Walmart seeks to file cross claims against the drivers involved in a South Roxana crash that killed a child and against the booster seat manufacturer accused of negligently marketing a defective product.
St. Clair County real estate Aug. 2-6
A Dupo commercial property sold for $6,200,000 as part of the St. Clair County real estate transactions Aug. 2-6.
Madison County real estate Oct. 12-15
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Madison County civil docket Nov. 29-Dec. 3
Madison County judges Ruth, Smith, and Threlkeld have law cases scheduled on the civil docket Nov. 29-Dec. 3.
Bost Votes Against Democrats’ Socialist Spending Bill
Bost Votes Against Democrats’ Socialist Spending Bill.
Davis Announces USDA funding for rural communities
Davis Announces Usda Funding for Rural Communities.
Attorney General Raoul Supports Effort to Preserve and Fortify Daca
Attorney General Raoul Supports Effort to Preserve and Fortify Daca.
Davis, Kuster Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Renew Key Farm Program
Davis, Kuster Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Renew Key Farm Program.
Motorist, passenger allege injuries in rear end collision in Edwardsville
EDWARDSVILLE — A driver and passenger claim they were injured in a rear end collision in Edwardsville when another motorist was speeding and driving while distracted.
Sivia censured by ARDC for failing to communicate conflict of interest; 'I take full responsibility for my actions'
Edwardsville attorney Todd Sivia admits that he had a “lapse in judgment” when he failed to communicate a conflict of interest to his client, resulting in a censure by the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC).
Motorist alleges driver lost control of vehicle, caused crash on I-70
EDWARDSVILLE — A motorist is suing a ground transportation company and one of its drivers, who allegedly caused a collision on I-70.
Asbestos firms miss deadline to answer core questions in Bestwall bankruptcy
CHARLOTTE – Mesothelioma lawyers continue to disobey an order for disclosure about settlements, including the Gori Law Firm in Edwardsville.