News from May 2023
ISBA advisory poll: Madison, St. Clair County associate judges recommended for reappointment
All associate judges in the Third and Twentieth Judicial Circuits were recommended for reappointment in an Illinois State Bar Association Advisory Poll, but some were more favored than others.
Court activity on May 22: William McNabb vs Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by William McNabb against Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 22: 'Sbnotice Of Judge Assignment. Chief Judge Nancy J. Rosenstengel Assigned. All Future Documents Must Bear Case Number 23-pq-1715-njr. (jlrr) (entered: 05/22/2023)'.
Court activity on May 22: John E. White vs Syngenta Agent
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by John E. White against Chevron U. Inc., Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 22: 'Sbnotice Of Voluntary Dismissal By John E. White (Lewis, Russell) (entered: 05/22/2023)'.
Case activity for Timothy Roberts vs Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 22
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Timothy Roberts against Chevron USA, Inc., Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 22.
Court activity on May 22: Sonja Newcombe vs Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by Sonja Newcombe against Chevron USA, Inc., Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 22: 'Sbnotice Of Judge Assignment. Chief Judge Nancy J. Rosenstengel Assigned. All Future Documents Must Bear Case Number 23-pq-1716-njr. (jlrr) (entered: 05/22/2023)'.
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois: Actions Taken on May 22
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity on May 22 in the suits below:
May 22: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois docket for "civil" cases
The following cases categorized as "civil" were on the docket in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois on May 22. All case details are allegations only and should not be taken as fact:
Rosenstengel demands explanation on deceased paraquat plaintiffs, notes 'concerns about the integrity of the docket'
EAST ST. LOUIS – Chief U.S. District Judge Nancy Rosenstengel, presiding over 3,800 claims that weed killer paraquat caused Parkinson’s disease, gave plaintiff lawyers 31 days to tell her how many of their clients are dead.
85% of Illinois communities lose people in 2022; Chicago loses 33K
1,108 Illinois communities of all sizes shared in the record loss of more than 104,000 residents in 2022, according to new Census Bureau data. Chicago lost 32% of the state’s total.
Racial discrimination lawsuit filed against Walmart by former O'Fallon employees
BELLEVILLE – Several Walmart employees have filed a discrimination lawsuit against the corporate giant, claiming they were targets of racism.
Lawmakers plan to short pensions by $4.4 billion in 2024 budget
No matter what rhetoric about passing a balanced budget comes out of Springfield, the state budget will automatically be unbalanced because of inadequate pension contributions.
Pierron Village apartment landlord claims previous owner failed to disclose water, mold damage
EDWARDSVILLE – A landlord has filed a breach of contract lawsuit claiming the previous property owner knowingly sold a Pierron Village apartment building with undisclosed water and mold damage.
Class action alleges Cedar Ridge patients at risk due to 'systemic understaffing'
BELLEVILLE – A class action lawsuit alleges Cedar Ridge Care and Rehabilitation Center endangers residents by purposely understaffing its facility in order to save money on staffing costs.
Wrongful death suit claims Rosewood Care Center resident died a result of neglect
BELLEVILLE – The family of a former Rosewood Care Center resident claims he died after falling several times and receiving negligent care for his injuries.
Witness in wrongful death suit cashes deposition payment but fails to appear; Plaintiff seeks sanctions
EAST ST. LOUIS – Samantha Goodman, witness to events that led to the death of Toshorn Napper, cashed a $63 deposition fee on May 7 and missed the deposition on May 8, according to Napper’s mother Terri Coleman-Napper.
Foley & Lardner LLP announces Whistleblowers, Internal Investigations, and Compliance Design in the United States, Germany, and Austria on May 23, 2023
Partner David Simon will join a panel titled “The Significance of Whistleblower Protections and Incentives for Internal Investigations in the U.S. and Germany” during a daylong conference held at the University of Illinois.
Case activity for Christine Krysher vs Syngenta Agent on May 19
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Christine Krysher against Chevron U. Inc., Does 1 Through 60 Inclusive, Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 19.
Court activity on May 19: Melody D. Turner vs Syngenta Agent
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by Melody D. Turner against Chevron U. Inc., Does 1 Through 60 Inclusive, Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 19: 'Sbnotice Of Judge Assignment. Chief Judge Nancy J. Rosenstengel Assigned. All Future Documents Must Bear Case Number 23-pq-1695-njr. (jlrr) (entered: 05/19/2023)'.
Case activity for Maria E. De Los Santos vs Syngenta Agent on May 19
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activities in the suit brought by Maria E. De Los Santos against Chevron U. Inc., Does 1 Through 60 Inclusive, Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 19.
Court activity on May 19: Alexander P. Saks vs Syngenta Agent
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois reported the following activity in the suit brought by Alexander P. Saks against Chevron U. Inc., Does 1 Through 60 Inclusive, Syngenta Agent and Syngenta Crop Protection, LLC on May 19: 'Sbnotice Of Judge Assignment. Chief Judge Nancy J. Rosenstengel Assigned. All Future Documents Must Bear Case Number 23-pq-1697-njr. (jlrr) (entered: 05/19/2023)'.