News from March 2015
Man charged with murder says WOAY-TV falsely reported story
FAYETTEVILLE – A man charged with murder is suing a TV station he claims falsely reported on his story.
Couple sues Wheeling Hospital for injuries
WHEELING – A couple is suing Wheeling Hospital Inc. for injuries a man sustained while at its facility.
Man names 52 defendants in asbestos case
MOUNDSVILLE – A man is suing 52 companies he claims are responsible for his asbestos-related lung disease.
Lawsuit alleging sheriff violated state code dismissed
CHARLESTON – An order dismissing a lawsuit against the Kanawha sheriff was filed Friday in Kanawha Circuit Court.
CSX agrees to new EPA order for clean up of train derailment
PHILADELPHIA– The federal Environmental Protection Agency announced Friday that CSX Transportation Inc. has agreed to clean up and restore the areas affected by last month’s train derailment in Mount Carbon.
AG offers tips to deal with collection agencies
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is reminding consumers of tips they should remember when dealing with debt and credit collection agencies.
Couple sues drug store after wife's fall at store
CLAY – A Clay County couple has sued a pharmacy chain for alleged personal injuries.
Pedestrian sues city for sidewalk injury
NEW CUMBERLAND — A Hancock County woman has sued a city government and two individuals for alleging causing personal injury.
Woman sues state for wrongful termination
CHARLESTON – A former state employee filed a lawsuit against a West Virginia state agency for alleged wrongful dismissal.
Father sues auto companies in son’s death
PINEVILLE – A Beckley man has sued Ford Motor Company and a local dealership, blaming them for the wrongful death of his son.
Leaders reach compromise on deliberate intent bill
CHARLESTON – Talks among state Senate leaders, business leaders and trial attorneys have resulted in a compromise on a deliberate intent bill.
UPDATE: Tomblin signs comparative fault bill
CHARLESTON – Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin on Thursday signed a comparative fault bill ensuring defendants only are responsible for their share of damages.
Couple sues excavation company following accident
WEST UNION – A Franklin couple is suing for compensation for benefits in a work-related accident.
Inmate says she was harassed, abused
CHARLESTON – A woman has sued a correctional officer and another individual for alleged sexual harassment and abuse while she was incarcerated at the Huntington Work Release Center.
AG's office urges caution when hiring contractors
CHARLESTON —West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging Mountain State consumers to be on alert when considering contractors for home improvement projects.
Woman says CAMC caused son's death
CHARLESTON – A woman claims Charleston Area Medical Center was negligent in timely diagnosing her son and causing his death.
Man sues Marshall fraternity for injuries
HUNTINGTON – A man is suing Delta Chi after he suffered injuries from an attack when he accompanied a friend to one of the Marshall University fraternity's parties.
Woman says Zales supervisor sexually harassed her
CHARLESTON – A former employee is suing Zales Jewelers and her supervisor after she claims she was sexually harassed during her employment.
Couple sues CAMC for injuries
CHARLESTON – A woman and her husband are suing Charleston Area Medical Center for injuries sustained while on its property.
Reservist accuses Columbia of wrongful termination
CHARLESTON – A U.S. Army Reserves officer and former employee is suing Columbia Pipeline Group Services Company after he claims his employment was terminated because he needed to undergo required Reserves training.