News from June 2007
MU Foundation establishes James E. Gibson Scholarship
James E. Gibson, left, shakes hands with Jason Mitchell, a 2007 graduate of Summers County High School and the first recipient of the James E. Gibson Scholarship.
HUNTINGTON -– The Marshall University Foundation Inc. has established a scholarship to honor James E. Gibson through gifts from his family and friends.
Hardesty reflects on 'lessons learned' for D.C. audience
WASHINGTON -- West Virginia University's outgoing president David C. Hardesty Jr. wasn't stuck on history here June 26 as he delivered his final State of the University address to the state's congressional delegation, alumni and friends on Capitol Hill.
Hino opening assembly plant in Wood County
Gov. Joe Manchin and Sen. Jay Rockefeller present a West Virginia flag to Hideichiro Chikahiro, president of Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A. Inc. during the June 25 press conference in Williamstown in Wood County. At the ceremony, Hino announced it will open the first vehicle assembly facility in West Virginia. More on Page 8.
We Are ... Sued
Matthew McConaughey, left, and Matthew Fox starred in "We Are Marshall." HUNTINGTON - The makers of the "Ashes to Glory" documentary have filed a federal lawsuit against the makers of "We Are Marshall," seeking $40 million in punitive damages for copyright infringement.
Harrison couple blames WVU Hospitals for man's infections
MORGANTOWN - A Harrison County couple has filed a medical malpractice suit against West Virginia University Hospitals after the husband developed severe infections after receiving care.
McGraw hit with countersuit by computer seller
CHARLESTON – A company that recently was sued by state Attorney General Darrell McGraw has fired back.
Two medical offices sue medical group over computer programs
MARTINSBURG - Two Berkeley County medical offices have filed a suit against a medical group, seeking $75,000 in damages.
Canterbury named to Justice Center board
Canterbury CHARLESTON -- The Administrative Director of the state's court system has been appointed to serve on the Council of State Government's Justice Center Board of Directors.
Charles Town residents want all votes counted
CHARLES TOWN - A group of Charles Town residents filed a petition in the Jefferson Circuit Court seeking a writ of mandamus to the Charles Town City Council to have all cast votes counted.
Mining company hit with wrongful death suit
MORGANTOWN - A Monongalia County woman has filed a wrongful death suit against a coal mining company after her husband was killed in a roof collapse.
Woman blames Old Colony, property owner for fall at home for sale
CHARLESTON - A Kanawha County woman filed a suit against a real estate company and the owner of a property after she was injured when she fell down stairs.
Man wants $150,000 after falling down steps
CHARLESTON - A Kanawha County man is seeking $150,000 in damages after he was injured when he fell down some steps.
Woman's son files wrongful death suit over Emmons Jr. fire
HUNTINGTON - The son of a woman killed in the Emmons Jr. apartment building fire filed a wrongful death suit on behalf of her estate.
Ky. couple sues former Huntington bar, bouncer for injuries
HUNTINGTON - A Kentucky couple has filed a suit against a former Huntington nightclub after the man was seriously injured in an altercation with a bouncer.
Be like Spike
Too many West Virginia judges these days reign intoxicated with power.
Supreme Court isn't rocket science, candidate says
Allen CHARLESTON – A Charleston attorney wants to prove that being on the state Supreme Court isn't a daunting and overwhelming task.
Huntington hospital, personnel sued over boy's birth
Cabell Huntington Hospital CHARLESTON - The parents of a boy born at Cabell Huntington Hospital have filed a medical malpractice suit against the hospital and those who assisted in his birth.
Woman sues after being served coffee laced with cleaner
CHARLESTON - A Kanawha County woman has filed a suit against a local restaurant, after she became severely ill when she drank coffee that contained a harsh commercial cleanser.
Janitor sues after falling in flooded building
CHARLESTON - A Kanawha County woman has filed a suit against her employer and the owners of a building she was instructed to clean, after she was injured when she fell in a flooded part of the building.
ALL THINGS JURY: Survey applications for trial research
CHARLESTON -- Litigation research is a constantly evolving science. One thing that remains surprisingly constant is the similarity in people's opinions. Interview enough people about the same subject and you will soon find that there are a finite number of opinions and perceptions.