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Maag files suit against Russian eye doctor for allegedly luring patients to Germany for phony 'miracle cures'
Wood River attorney Thomas Maag filed a lawsuit against a Russian medical doctor who allegedly lures “desperate” patients from the U.S. to Germany for “miracle cures” to restore their eyesight, but the procedures allegedly result in no improvements.
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Fifth District reverses Threlkeld in dispute over Highland H&R Block transfer
The Fifth District Appellate Court reversed Madison County Circuit Judge Christopher Threlkeld’s conclusion that the sale of an H&R Block franchise and the previous operator’s employment contract were the same transaction.
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Farmer challenges Dept of Agriculture law prohibiting the use of 'wetlands,' claims Congress exceeds its power to regulate interstate commerce
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Farmer Jim Conlan seeks permission from a federal judge to plant crops on nine acres he owns but can’t use because the government claims it as wetlands.
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Lawsuit alleges Caseyville nursing home resident with Alzheimer's suffered sexual abuse
A lawsuit alleging a resident with Alzheimer's suffered sexual assault at a Caseyville nursing home was filed in Cook County.
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Illinois Supreme Court rejects appeal challenging pretrial detention for man charged with firearm violations
The Illinois Supreme Court has declined to hear criminal defendant Demontez Spruill’s appeal challenging the Fifth District Appellate Court’s order denying pretrial release for weapons violations
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Norfolk Southern settles Ohio train derailment case for $600 million, pursues third party complaint
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Following a $600 million settlement, Norfolk Southern switched positions from defendant in an explosion suit to plaintiff seeking contribution from three sources.
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Objection: Dental patient allegedly 'judge shopped' after dismissing claim on eve of trial, refiling and seeking new judge
An Alton dentist and dental practice argue that Illinois Supreme Court precedent prohibits a former patient from “judge shopping” by voluntarily dismissing her complaint prior to trial, refiling it and then seeking a new judge.
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Fifth District affirms stay in insurer's suit for declaratory relief while collision suit is pending
The Fifth District Appellate Court affirmed Madison County Associate Judge Ronald Foster’s order granting a stay against Progressive Insurance's lawsuit seeking declaratory relief while the underlying crash suit is pending.
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Maintenance worker alleges wrongful termination for reporting racist comments at Collinsville American Legion
BENTON - Gregory Clark, a white grandfather of black children, claims American Legion Post 365 in Collinsville fired him for reporting a white co-worker’s racist comments.
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Mother alleges negligent care during labor and delivery
EDWARDSVILLE - A mother claims her child suffered severe injuries due to negligent labor and delivery at Anderson Hospital.
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Motorist sued over multi-vehicle collision in Collinsville
EDWARDSVILLE - A motorist claims another driver's vehicle spun into her car in Collinsville.
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Suit filed over fatal US 40 head-on collision
EDWARDSVILLE - A wrongful death lawsuit alleges a driver suffered fatal injuries in a head-on collision while attempting to turn on US 40.
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Madison homeowner alleges water damage due to faulty egress windows
EDWARDSVILLE - A Madison homeowner claims the negligent installation of two egress windows allowed water to get into the basement.
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Motorist sued over fatal Godfrey crash
EDWARDSVILLE - A lawsuit alleges a motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries in a Godfrey crash.
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Will dispute alleges inheritance reduced to $1,000
EDWARDSVILLE - A man claims his inheritance was reduced from $500,000 to just $1,000 in a will dispute.
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Bicyclist alleges temporary sign negligently placed in pathway
EDWARDSVILLE - A bicyclist claims Stutz Excavating negligently placed a temporary sign near a Pontoon Beach sidewalk, causing him to crash.
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Truck mechanic sues over alleged wrongful termination
EDWARDSVILLE - A truck mechanic claims he was wrongfully terminated due to his age and/or perceived disability.
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Suit alleges intoxicated driver caused fatal crash
EDWARDSVILLE - A dram shop lawsuit was filed after an intoxicated motorist allegedly caused a fatal crash after downing a bottle of 1800 Tequila.
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Security guard alleges firearm unlawfully confiscated
EDWARDSVILLE - A security officer alleges his firearm was unlawful confiscated during a traffic stop, resulting in him losing his job.
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Slip, fall suit transferred from St. Clair County Circuit Court
EDWARDSVILLE - A lawsuit alleging an individual was injured after she slipped and at a Pilot Travel Centers has been transferred to Madison County.