U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia Huntington Division
Recent News About U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia Huntington Division
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Author files motion to dismiss lawsuit filed by World War II veteran
HUNTINGTON — The defendant in the lawsuit filed by Hershel "Woody" Williams filed a motion to dismiss in the case against him, arguing that Williams' claims are meritless. -
Lawsuit filed against state government for state of foster care system
HUNTINGTON — Twelve foster children filed a lawsuit against the state in connection with A Better Childhood, alleging the state has failed to properly care for foster children. -
The VA needs to protect the medical records of veterans
The VA has a responsibility to ensure the confidentiality of all veteran records, and the persons responsible for any breach should be held accountable. -
Settlement announced in case alleging TCPA violations
HUNTINGTON —A lawsuit against Convergent Outsourcing alleging violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act has been settled. -
Trial scheduled for case against Robert Newlon Airport
HUNTINGTON — A trial has been set in a case against Robert Newlon Airport alleging unpaid wages and overtime wages. -
Ojeda says his VA medical records were stolen, wants answers from government
HUNTINGTON – A former state Senator and U.S. House candidate says his medical records were stolen from a Veterans Affairs office and used against him in his 2018 congressional campaign. -
Plaintiff's motion for summary judgment denied in breach of contract claim against Kenova Terminal Co.
HUNTINGTON — A federal judge denied a motion for summary judgment for Hardin Street Marine and granted one for the defendant in a case alleging Kenova Terminal Co. backed out of a purchase agreement. -
Board seeks to have lawsuit filed by former teacher dismissed
HUNTINGTON — The Cabell County Board of Education filed a motion to dismiss in a lawsuit filed against it by a former teacher who was fired after making racially-charged tweets. -
CNE Poured Walls files crossclaim in lawsuit accusing it of negligence
HUNTINGTON — CNE Poured Walls Inc. responded to a crossclaim filed against it in a case claiming it and Parsons Contracting were negligent in performing work for a West Virginia couple. -
Virginia man seeks dismissal of his lawsuit against former employer and its benefits provider
HUNTINGTON — A stipulation of dismissal was filed in a case alleging violations by a hospital's benefit plan, as administered through a Canadian firm, of federal retirement income laws. -
Cabell County attorney claims U.S. Department of Energy has failed to respond to multiple FOIA requests
HUNTINGTON — A Cabell County attorney is suing the U.S. Department of Energy after he claims it failed to properly respond to a Freedom of Information Act request. -
Car dealership who sold vehicle to person with fake identity sues Lexington Insurance over claim denial
HUNTINGTON – A West Virginia car dealership who sold a vehicle to someone using a fake identity is suing its insurer for denying its claim. -
Cabell County woman files suits against debt collectors over collection calls
HUNTINGTON – A Cabell County woman has filed two lawsuits against two debt collectors alleging violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act. -
Federal judge dismisses lawsuit against Marshall for sexual assault handling
HUNTINGTON — A federal judge granted a motion for summary judgment for the defendant in a case against Marshall University for its handling of a sexual assault case. -
Record sealed in woman's disability denial claim against Life Insurance Co. of North America
HUNTINGTON — An order sealing the administrative record was filed in a case alleging a woman's long-term disability benefits were wrongfully denied. -
Plaintiff amends complaint alleging wrongfully denied benefits based on Cigna's transition to Life Insurance Co. of North America
HUNTINGTON — The plaintiff in a lawsuit against a life insurance company filed an amended complaint against a new defendant after it was discovered Cigna Life Insurance Co. of North America withdrew as a West Virginia corporation. -
Plaintiff voluntarily dismisses suit claiming Progressive wrongfully denied her claim due to coverage lapse
HUNTINGTON — The plaintiff in a case against Progressive Classic Insurance Co. voluntarily dismissed her complaint in federal court. -
Wrongful termination lawsuit against KFC has been moved to federal court
HUNTINGTON — A wrongful termination lawsuit involving a former KFC employee in Wayne was removed to federal court. -
Plaintiff seeking reimbursement of insurance payment seeks default judgment against Trans-Med LLC
HUNTINGTON — A motion for default judgment has been filed in a case involving a Barboursville company that allegedly failed to pay back funds overpaid by a health plan. -
Huntington woman sues U.S. Agriculture Dept. for refusing loan payments, causing her to default on mortgage
HUNTINGTON — A Huntington woman is suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Housing Service after she claims it refused her payments, causing her to fall into default on her mortgage.