News from September 2012
W.Va. SC denies request by Wendy's employee for benefits
Chief Justice Menis Ketchum CHARLESTON - The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, in a ruling last week, sided with popular fast food chain Wendy's in denying a former employee's request for workers' compensation benefits.
Former students says Glenville bungled rape case
CLARKSBURG – A former Glenville State College student is alleging campus police failed to properly investigate her claim she was raped two years ago following an impromptu party in her dormitory.
Tomblin files brief on behalf of State in Mingo Logan-EPA case
Tomblin WASHINGTON - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin, in an amicus brief filed Wednesday, is lending his support to Mingo Logan Coal Co. in its ongoing legal battle against the federal Environmental Protection Agency.
Lincoln woman says pharmacist mixed up prescriptions
HAMLIN – Lois Adams says a pharmacist at Rite Aid's Branchland location mixed up her medications, causing her serious personal injuries.
PERSONNEL FILE: 17 Kay Casto attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers
Allen CHARLESTON -- Kay Casto & Chaney has announced that 17 of its attorneys have been named to the 2013 edition of Best Lawyers in 26 categories, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession.
McGraw warns of phone scam targeting travelers
McGraw CHARLESTON - West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw is warning travelers to be on guard due to a scam making an increased appearance in the hospitality industry.
PERSONNEL FILE: Bordas, Blass recognized by Best Lawyers
Bordas, Blass WHEELING -- Bordas and Bordas is proud to announce two of the firm's partners have been named to the West Virginia Best Lawyers list as top attorneys in West Virginia for 2012.
PERSONNEL FILE: 88 Steptoe & Johnson attorneys honored
BRIDGEPORT -– Eleven attorneys from Steptoe & Johnson have been honored as "Lawyers of the Year" 2013 by The Best Lawyers in America for their work in their areas of practice.
Steptoe & Johnson plan shale seminars
COLUMBUS, OHIO – Steptoe & Johnson will hold two "Banking in Utica and Marcellus Assets" seminars for bankers and other investors in Ohio and Pennsylvania looking to capitalize on Marcellus and Utica shale opportunities.
PERSONNEL FILE: Jackson Kelly honored by Benchmark Litigation
Cimino CHARLESTON -- Jackson Kelly has been designated a "highly recommended" firm by Benchmark Litigation, a guide that highlights America's leading business litigation firms and attorneys.
PERSONNEL FILE: Jackson Kelly expands Evansville office
Shelby EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Allyson E. Shelby recently joined Jackson Kelly as an associate in the firm's Evansville office and is practicing in litigation and labor and employment.
Upshur couple sues Burger King for injuries
MORGANTOWN -- An Upshur County woman and her husband are suing Burger King for failing to warn her of a hazard in the restaurant.
Maryland man sues Vindex for work injuries
MORGANTOWN -- An Oakland, Md., man is suing Vindex Energy Corporation after he claims he was injured while working in an underground coal mine.
W.Va. SC: Man does not qualify for continued disability benefits
Chief Justice Menis Ketchum CHARLESTON - The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, in a ruling last week, affirmed orders denying a man's requests for reopening for payment of temporary total disability benefits and consultation with WVU's Spine Center.
Man sues KRT for negligence
CHARLESTON -- A Charleston man is suing Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority for injuries he suffered when he attempted to board a bus.
Man sues Logan's Roadhouse for injuries
CHARLESTON -- A man is suing Logan's Roadhouse after he slipped and fell in its restroom and was injured.
Woman sues CAMC for medical malpractice
CHARLESTON -- A Charleston woman is suing Charleston Area Medical Center for failing to timely treat free air in her abdomen.
Six more suits filed against Mountain State
CHARLESTON -- Six more students have filed lawsuits against Mountain State University for failing to inform them about problems with the school's accreditation.