News from June 2014
Woman says insurer won't investigate claim
FAYETTEVILLE -- A West Virginia woman is suing Liberty Mutual Insurance, claiming they have not responded to her insurance claim.
Recycling company says bank won't reimburse forged checks
CHARLESTON -- A Kanawha County company is suing over claims a bank refuses to reimburse fraudulent checks it cashed.
PERSONNEL FILE: DTCWV announces new officers, board members
CHARLESTON -- The Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia (DTCWV) recently held its 32nd Annual Meeting at the Stonewall Resort in Roanoke, W.Va.
PERSONNEL FILE: Farrell, White recognized by Chambers USA
HUNTINGTON -- Two partners at Farrell, White & Legg PLLC have been recognized in the Chambers and Partners USA.
PERSONNEL FILE: Dinsmore gets top rankings in Chambers USA
CHARLESTON -- Dinsmore & Shohl is pleased to announce that its attorneys have received top rankings, including 10 No. 1 rankings, in the 2014 Edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business.
Thornsbury sentenced to 50 months
CHARLESTON -- Former Mingo County Judge Michael Thornsbury has been sentenced to 50 months in federal prison.
Morrisey outlines objections to EPA rule proposals
CHARLESTON -- West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has sent a letter to the administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency detailing legal objections to the EPA's proposed rule for existing power plants.
Mountaineer Gas says contractors damaged buried lines
WHEELING -- A gas company is suing over claims buried utility lines were damaged by construction workers.
Louisiana man claims he was injured in gas explosion
WHEELING -- A Louisiana man is suing over claims he was injured in an explosion at a natural gas production station.
Leased Mustang full of problems, couple claims
WHEELING -- A Marshall County couple is suing over claims their new car had multiple problems within six months.
Man accuses roofing company workers of racism
WHEELING -- A Marshall County man is suing over claims he endured malicious racism in his job at a roofing company.
WV CALA starts 'Small Business Summer' tour
WHEELING -- West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse has started its Small Business Summer Tour, which is designed to shine a spotlight on the plight of small businesses and the negative impact of abusive lawsuits.
AG's office warns of telemarketing scam
CHARLESTON — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is warning West Virginia consumers about phone calls from telemarketers who are using Caller ID spoofing.
Morrisey leads amicus brief on states' ability to protect citizens
CHARLESTON — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey says West Virginia and a bipartisan group of 22 other states have filed an amicus, or friend of the court, brief in the U.S. Supreme Court in support of a case that will determine how states choose to protect citizens’ health and safety.
Couple sues Chrysler, dealer over alleged Jeep malfunction
NEW CUMBERLAND -- A car dealership and manufacturer are facing a lawsuit after safety features in a vehicle allegedly failed.
Healthcare provider hasn't paid answering service bill, suit alleges
NEW CUMBERLAND -- A communications company is suing for payment after providing answering services for a healthcare provider.
State Supreme Court affirms ruling for Snowshoe Mountain
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (Legal Newsline) – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has issued a ruling affirming the Pocahontas Circuit Court’s issuing of summary judgment in favor of Snowshoe Mountain in a class action alleging the ski resort breached its contract.
Jackson Kelly named among Law360's top 25 firms for female partners
Charleston – Jackson Kelly recently was named among the 2014 class of Ceiling Smashers as a “Top 25 Firm for Female Partners."
AG's office announces $400K settlement in JPMorgan Chase case
CHARLESTON — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has reached a $400,000 settlement with JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Morrisey: Concealed handgun licenses will qualify for federal exemption
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey says West Virginia concealed handgun licenses now will qualify as an alternative to the background check requirements of the Brady Law.