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Secretary of Labor accuses Ben’s Creek Operations WV LLC of Fair Labor Standards Act Violations
In a recent lawsuit filed in West Virginia, Julie A. Su, Secretary of Labor, alleges that Ben’s Creek Operations WV LLC violated provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. The case seeks back wage compensation and liquidated damages from the defendant.
Dunbar hit with another police brutality lawsuit
CHARLESTON –Dunbar police officers again are being accused of excessive force.
Third former Preston dispatcher files harassment, retaliation lawsuit
KINGWOOD – A third former Preston County 911 dispatcher says she was subjected to a sexually pervasive and hostile work environment by other workers.
Doctor says insurer's refusal to settle malpractice claim was costly
HUNTINGTON – A physician says her insurer refused to settle a malpractice claim that ending up costing much more at trial.
Man accuses City of Wheeling and City Solicitor of Civil Rights Violation
In a recent lawsuit filed in West Virginia's Circuit Court, Mark Jaber alleges that his constitutional rights were violated by the City Solicitor and Ross Thompson. The case highlights potential abuses of power within local government and the ongoing struggle for civil rights protection.
Why do we pay higher utility rates?
CHARLESTON – All sorts of things can trigger a rate increase request from a utility and approval of increased rates by the Public Service Commission of West Virginia.
Inmate Sues West Virginia Division of Corrections for Alleged Negligence
In a recent lawsuit, Trayvon Strange alleges negligence by the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation and several officers. The case brings to light serious concerns about inmate treatment and safety protocols within correctional facilities.
Man accuses Thomas Health System of Medical Malpractice
he plaintiff alleges that during his stay at Thomas Health System from January 31 to February 28, 2022, he incurred unstable stage four pressure injuries due to negligent acts and omissions by the defendant.
Bodyworks Holding LLC Accuses Auto Correct LLC and Mako Collision and Paint LLC of Breach of Lease Agreement
In a recent lawsuit filed in the Circuit Court of Kanawha County, Bodyworks Holding LLC accuses Josh Chaney and two West Virginia corporations - Auto Correct LLC and Mako Collision and Paint LLC - of failing to fulfill their lease agreement obligations by not paying property taxes for three consecutive years. The plaintiff seeks damages amounting to $30,515.41 which they had to pay to cover the unpaid real estate taxes.
Group of AGs ask appeals court to declare new EPA power plant rule unlawful
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is co-leading a group of 25 AGs asking a federal appeals court to declare a new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rule on power plants illegal.
Man says he was bitten by dog while on the job
WINFIELD – A St. Albans man says he was attacked by a dog while working at a Putnam County business.
Man sues National Crime Information Center for violation of Privacy Act of 1974
Despite statutory requirements, he alleges that the defendants failed to respond or correct inaccuracies in his records.
Land leaser sues EQT TGHL Exploration misleading royalty payments
It is the plaintiffs belief that the defendants used misleading royalty statements to obscure the true price paid for the oil and gas extracted from their lands and covertly deducted their costs in the royalty calculations.
Morrisey leads amicus brief to U.S. Supreme Court in school choice case
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office is leading a coalition of eight states in an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court supporting a group of parents who are challenging Michigan’s Blaine Amendment that prohibits nonpublic elementary and secondary schools from receiving public aid.
Woman sues after neighbor's dogs killed her two cats four months apart
CHARLESTON – A St. Albans woman has sued a neighbor after his dogs killed her two cats.
Family estate sues United States of America for negligent healthcare services leading to death
The complaint alleges that negligent healthcare services provided by the defendant resulted in Christina Barnett's death.
Woman says employer fired her after she used FMLA
HUNTINGTON – A woman says she was fired after she took leave from working using the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Man sues various West Virginia law enforcement for assaulting him during arrest
he plaintiff alleges that during his arrest, he was subjected to excessive and wrongful force by the defendants resulting in physical injuries.
Former Barboursville police officer says he was wrongfully terminated
A former police officer from Barboursville, Bradwick G. Simmons, has filed a lawsuit against the Village of Barboursville, alleging wrongful termination. The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia.
Man sues Exxon Mobil for race, age discrimination and illegal harassment
Christopher Richards is seeking judgment against the defendants for their alleged violations of federal statutes including race discrimination under Title VII and 42 U.S.C. 1981, age discrimination under the ADEA, and illegal harassment.