News from September 2014
Federal judge OKs $3M Freedom spill settlement
CHARLESTON – A federal bankruptcy judge has approved a nearly $3 million class-action settlement between Freedom Industries and thousands of victims of January’s chemical spill that left more than 300,000 residents in nine counties without water for days.
Company says contractor didn't pay for rental equipment
SUMMERSVILLE – An equipment company is suing over claims a construction company has failed to pay for rented equipment.
Man says bank improperly moved funds
POINT PLEASANT – A Mason County man is suing over claims his bank improperly moved funds.
Woman says she was forced to resign after co-worker continued to attack her
ELKINS – A woman has filed suit against her employer, alleging it failed to protect her from sexual assaults or from potential violence.
Humphreys misled Va. flood clients, suit alleges
CHARLESTON – A prominent Charleston attorney is being taken to court for allegedly failing to properly represent a Virginia couple in a flood case and lying about it.
Marple defense has cost state $63K so far
CHARLESTON – West Virginia has spent more than $63,000 so far defending the state Board of Education and its members in lawsuits filed by former Superintendent Jorea Marple.
Widow says man's gambling addiction led to suicide, sues casino
WHEELING – The wife of a recently deceased man has filed suit against Mountaineer Casino Racetrack & Resort, saying her husband's gambling addiction caused him to commit suicide.
Fairmont Supply wants harassment case moved to federal court
CLARKSBURG – A company accused of harassing one of its workers seeks to have a lawsuit filed against it removed to federal court.
Mason Co. man blames Ohio trucking firms for wreck, injuries
POINT PLEASANT – A Mason County man is suing over claims he was injured in a collision caused by a tractor-trailer attempting to pass another vehicle.
Former Advance Auto worker cites disability discrimination
KEYSER – A Mineral County man is suing over claims he was forced to resign when his employer repeatedly humiliated him and refused to provide disability accommodation.
Former tank truck driver alleges benzene exposure
MOUNDSVILLE – A Summers County man is suing over claims his illnesses were caused by years of exposure to dangerous chemicals on the job.
13 file to replace Zakaib on Kanawha bench
CHARLESTON – Thirteen attorneys are on the list of candidates to replace a retiring Kanawha County circuit judge.
AG's office urges consumers to be wary after Home Depot data breach
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging consumers to monitor their credit card and banking statements closely as home-improvement retailer Home Depot continues to investigate a data breach.
Business claims lawyer, designer owe $35K for renovation materials
CHARLESTON – A carpet and cabinet business says an interior designer and a Kanawha County attorney owe more than $35,000 for materials for two closets and a laundry room renovation.
Widow says communications tower responsible for pilot's crash, death
CHARLESTON – An Ohio County woman is suing over claims her husband was killed while operating an aircraft that collided with a negligently positioned communications tower.
Mingo Co. woman blames DHHR for adopted son's brain damage
CHARLESTON – A Mingo County woman is suing over claims her adopted son suffered brain damage as a result of abuse by his biological father that could have been prevented by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.
Sandblaster blames company for work injury
CHARLESTON – A man is suing over claims he was injured while working as a sandblaster.
Morrisey warns of Eastern Panhandle sweepstakes scam
CHARLESTON — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is warning Eastern Panhandle residents to be cautious if they receive unsolicited phone calls saying the consumer has won a lottery, sweepstakes or new car.
Widow names 72 defendants in asbestos case
MOUNDSVILLE – A Pine Grove woman is suing 72 companies she claims are responsible for her late husband's lung cancer and death.
Father sues W.Va. Army National Guard for son's death
KINGWOOD – A father is suing the West Virginia Army National Guard after he claims they failed to care for his son, who died in the Guard's care.