News from 2012
Berkeley County attorney admonished over med-mal case
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has rebuked a Berkeley County attorney for his lack of communication with a bankruptcy trustee.
Hurricane woman blames Wal-mart for injuries
WINFIELD – A Hurricane woman is suing Wal-Mart Stores East, LP after she says she was injured while shopping in one of its stores.
Former employee says he was fired based on race
WINFIELD – A former employee says Rudd Equipment Company, Inc., terminated his employment because of his race.
Man says state police troopers beat him
CHARLESTON – A Smithers man is suing the West Virginia State Police after he claims he was beaten by a state trooper for no reason.
Ferro says Ohio Valley Steel refuses to pay more than $100,000
CHARLESTON – Ferro Products Corporation is suing Ohio Valley Steel Co., after it claims the company has failed to pay more than $100,000 for steel products it was provided.
Former employee sues WVDOT for sexual harassment
CHARLESTON – A former employee is suing the West Virginia Department of Transportation-Division of Highways for sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
Chrysler sued over allegedly defective Jeep Grand Cherokee
CHARLESTON – Terradon Corporation’s president is suing Chrysler Group, LLC and Royal Automotive Company after he claims the vehicle he purchased was defective.
Woman sues Family Carpet Outlet for harassment, discrimination
CHARLESTON – A former employee is suing Family Carpet Outlet, Inc., after she claims she was harassed and discriminated against because of complaints she made.
Widow names 73 defendants in asbestos case
CHARLESTON – A Hansford woman is suing 73 companies she claims are responsible for her late husband’s lung cancer and death.
Cracker Barrel violated state code, says former employee
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman is suing Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc., on behalf of herself and others similarly situated after she claims the restaurant violated West Virginia Code.
Man sues WVU claiming racial discrimination
MORGANTOWN -- A former employee is suing West Virginia University after he claims he was discriminated against because of his race.
Woman sues Chemtura Corporation for disability discrimination
MORGANTOWN -- A former employee of Chemtura Corporation claims her employment was terminated because of her disability.
Kanawha case to appear on TruTV
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County case is being featured on the television program “In Session,” which airs on the TruTV cable channel.
Former business partner breached contract, suit says
HUNTINGTON – An Ona woman is suing her former business partner after she claims he breached his contract with her.
