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Sen. Curran: Judge's ruling declaring forum law unconstitutional should be 'caution sign' to Pritzker on 'government overreach' suppressing citizens' rights
With spring recess coming to a close and the General Assembly’s legislative session picking up steam, Illinois Senate Republican Leader John Curran (R-Downers Grove) said Gov. J.B. Pritzker should take note after a Madison County judge declared his forum law unconstitutional as applied to plaintiffs residing or injured outside of his preferred jurisdictions.
Motorist sued over multi-vehicle collision in Collinsville
EDWARDSVILLE - A motorist claims another driver's vehicle spun into her car in Collinsville.
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.
Administrative Director Declares Illinois Associate Judge Appointed in the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit
Marcia M. Meis, Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, announced that the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit judges voted to select Heidi E. Ruckman-Agustsson as an associate judge of the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit.
Judge: Litigation financier Burford can seize control of Sysco's claims in chicken prices lawsuits
U.S. District Judge Thomas Durkin rejected poultry producers' attempts to shut down Burford Capital's move to step into court in place of Sysco, saying poultry producers need to accept that third party lawsuit funders can take control of lawsuits to protect their investments and maximize profits
Harriss files legislation to address roadway debris from Madison, St. Clair County landfills
State Sen. Erica Harriss (R-Glen Carbon) is pushing legislation to bring relief to both Madison and St. Clair Counties in response to the ongoing trash and debris issues from local landfills.
St. Clair Co primary results demonstrate partisan power of East St. Louis
The election produced no competition but it demonstrated the partisan power of East St. Louis.
How to Manage Your Immigration Program on April 3, 2024
For companies, both large and small, there are many factors to consider when managing your immigration program. Please join David Adams, a member of Cozen O'Connor's Immigration Practice, and Karen Elson, Senior Global Mobility Manager at Chewy, as they highlight their first-hand experiences in managing successful immigration programs.
Administrative Director Declares Illinois Associate Judge Appointed in the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit
Marcia M. Meis, Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, announced today that the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit judges voted to select Tionn F. Carter as an associate judge of the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit.
Trademark violation suit over shuttered Hofbrauhaus in Belleville settles
BENTON - Owners of American rights to the brand of Germany’s Hofbrau beer and a receiver for the vacant Hofbrauhaus on Route 15 in Belleville settled a suit over its failure.
Plaintiffs seek MDL for claims that minors became addicted to video games
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Lawyers who claim in federal courts of Illinois, Missouri and Arkansas that video games damage young minds seek consolidation of their cases by the Judicial Panel on Multi District Litigation.
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.
Judges challenge IL Tier 2 pension reforms, say law was approved and applied unconstitutionally
If successful, the lawsuit could undo a key pension reform law, which many have credited with helping the state better balance its financially troubled pension systems. It also joins a growing list of challenges claiming lawmakers routinely approve controversial laws unconstitutionally
Motorist sued over fatal Godfrey crash
EDWARDSVILLE - A lawsuit alleges a motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries in a Godfrey crash.
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.
Meta Platforms to appeal arbitration denial in unfair competition suit
BENTON - Meta Platforms posted notice on March 22 that it would appeal denial of arbitration for an unfair competition claim that 107.1 FM owner Metroplex Communications of Alton brought in U.S. district court.
Attorney General Raoul Charges Greene County Man With Possession of Child Pornography, Failure to Register as Sex Offender
Attorney General Kwame Raoul charged a Greenfield, Illinois man with possessing child pornography.
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.
Truck mechanic sues over alleged wrongful termination
EDWARDSVILLE - A truck mechanic claims he was wrongfully terminated due to his age and/or perceived disability.
Cahokia Heights disputes residents' claims about the sewer system's capacity
EAST ST. LOUIS - Cahokia Heights claims residents suing for better sewers filled a brief about a possible consent decree with inaccuracies, misstatements, and misrepresentations.