News from October 2008
Ohio woman sues Point doctor for ineffective sterilization
Nolan POINT PLEASANT – An Ohio woman alleges that a Mason County physician's failure to properly sterilize her resulted in not only an unwanted, but also life-threatening pregnancy.
Two families say Paxil caused birth defects
Two West Virginia families have filed federal suits against the makers of a popular drug, claiming the medicine caused birth defects in their children.
Coal company files complaint against non-profits
CHARLESTON - A coal company has filed a federal complaint against three non-profit organizations, asking the court to rule on the validity of a permit it has been issued that would allow it to operate a surface mine.
Bayer worker says chemical made him depressed
WHEELING -- A Bayer employee and his wife have filed suit against the company and five of its supervisors, alleging he became severely depressed after he was exposed to a dangerous chemical while he was working.
Putnam man says Hurricane officer attacked him after accident
WINFIELD -- After being hit by a car, a Putnam County man claims a Hurricane police officer attacked him as he was being treated by paramedics.
Putnam man claims he developed mesothelioma from father's clothes, his own job
CHARLESTON - A Putnam County man has filed an asbestos suit against 53 companies, claiming he developed mesothelioma after being exposed to the deadly fibers brought home on his father's work clothes, and also on his own jobsite.
PERSONNEL FILE: 10 Dinsmore & Shohl Charleston attorneys honored
Bentz CHARLESTON -- Ten lawyers from Dinsmore & Shohl's Charleston office recently were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2009 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.
St. Albans man sues after he was he was crushed on the job
CHARLESTON - A Kanawha County man has filed a suit against a crane and equipment rental company after he was crushed during a load-bearing test on a piece of equipment.
Ireland to speak at October 'Business for Breakfast' event
Ireland CHARLESTON -- Secretary of State Betty Ireland is the featured speaker for the October Business for Breakfast.
Huntington firm throws tailgate party to show client appreciation
HUNTINGTON – The law firm of Jenkins Fenstermaker hosted its Annual Client Appreciation Tailgate Party on Sept. 13 prior to Marshall University's football game against the University of Memphis.