News from 2015
Man says Toyota retaliated against him for workers' comp claim
HUNTINGTON – A man is suing Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia Inc. after he claims his employment was wrongfully terminated in retaliation for applying for workers' compensation benefits. Manpower of WV Inc. was also named as a defendant in the suit. Andrian Sowards began employment with the defendants on May 19, 2014, and, during his employment, Manpower issued checks for payment of Sowards' wages, according to a complaint originally filed in Putnam Circuit Court and removed the federa
Woman sues Outback Steakhouse for injuries
BLUEFIELD – A woman is suing Outback Steakhouse after she claims she was injured at its restaurant in Princeton. Two unknown and unnamed general and shift managers were also named as defendants. On March 7, 2013, Linda Kearnes was a patron of Outback in Princeton she slipped and fell on liquid in the floor while being led to a table, according to a complaint filed March 4 in Mercer Circuit Court and removed to federal court. Kearnes claims was injured when she fell and her injuries were sever
Parent sues Fayette Co. school board after daughter's sexual assault by bus driver
CHARLESTON - A parent is suing Fayette County Board of Education after they claim their daughter was sexually assaulted by a bus driver. Steven Richard "Rick" Malay, a bus driver employed by Fayette County Board of Education, was also named as a defendant in the suit. B.H.
Former employees sue DeAngelo Brothers for inference with new jobs
HUNTINGTON – A Cabell County man and Ohio woman are suing DeAngelo Brothers LLC after they claim it interfered with their new jobs. Michael A. Adkins and Janet Holderby were employed by the defendant, according to a complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia.
W.Va. Farm Bureau cautiously hopeful about block on new EPA water rule
CHARLESTON – Members of the West Virginia Farm Bureau are cautiously hopeful after courts blocked the Environmental Protection Agency from enforcing a new rule that many claim far overreaches the agency’s power. The rule, known as the “Waters of the United States” rule is an extension of the Clean Water Act, and would extend the EPA’s authority to all bodies of water, from large farms to citizens’ yards.
Beckley woman sues Ollie's Bargain Outlet over alleged negligence that caused fall
BECKLEY – A Beckley woman is suing a local discount store after she claims to have fallen and was injured on the store’s property.
Couple sues Real Estate Biz over alleged contract dispute
BECKLEY – A couple has filed suit against a real estate business over claims that the business tried to void the real estate agreement after it was signed.
AG's office warns of consumers receiving credit card scam calls
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is warning consumers to be on high alert for calls claiming to be from credit card services demanding immediate payment for an outstanding debt. Some consumers say they are receiving more than 100 phone calls a day from the scammers. In a press release, Morrisey's office said it is aware of a scam where callers target consumers about an urgent credit card debt and insist the consumer provide payment information over the phone to pay
Advanced Auto Parts alleges claim of non-payment against McGrew PS/LT Tire Co.
LOGAN – A Logan tire company is being sued for alleged non-payment of a debt owed to a major automotive goods store.
Greenthorn LLC allegedly in default on rental payments for property, continues to mine it
LOGAN – Two out-of-state companies mining in Logan County are being sued for alleged breach of contract due to failing to pay rental fees and royalties in accordance with a lease agreement.
Lightning Contract Services accused of discriminatory, retaliatory actions after employee reported alleged sexual harassment
LOGAN – A West Virginia corporation is accused of exemplifying both discriminatory and retaliatory actions toward a former employee after he reported sexual harassment in the workplace.
Sixth Circuit puts a hold on EPA water grab
Our backyard plastic kiddie pools and Slip 'N Slides are safe, for now, and we can continue to enjoy them unencumbered by bizarrely broad interpretations of the federal government's regulatory powers.
Jim Justice dogged by property tax issue
MORGANTOWN – Opponents of West Virginia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jim Justice made sure the press saw the story in the Lexington (Ky.) Herald-Leader newspaper. “Coal companies controlled by a billionaire running for Governor of West Virginia owe $3.5 million in delinquent property taxes in Eastern Kentucky, shortchanging schools and other public agencies at a time many are struggling.”
Steptoe & Johnson names new Chief Information Officer
BRIDGEPORT – Steptoe & Johnson has named Mark D. Combs its Chief Information Officer. Combs will oversee all of the firm’s information technology functions and lead a personnel team supporting more than 325 attorneys in 14 offices.
Morrisey announces new additions to office staff
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has announced several additions to his office staff.
Slip and fall accident leads to suit against local Walmart store
LOGAN – A West Virginia woman is suing Wal-Mart alleging negligence led to her fell inside the premises of its Logan store.
Huntington nursing home abuse case removed to federal court
HUNTINGTON – A woman is suing Huntington Health & Rehabilitation Center after she claims her family member was neglected and abused during his time at the center. Seventeenth Street Associates is doing business as Huntington Health and Rehabilitation Center. SMV Huntington LLC; SSC Huntington Operating Company LLC; SSC Submaster Holdings LLC; SavaSeniorCare LLC; and SSC Special Holdings LLC were also named as defendants in the suit. On April 3, 2014, Gene Harrison was admitted to Huntington H
Coal miner sues after allegedly suffering head injuries on job site
LOGAN – A McGraws man is suing his employer for damages related to an alleged head injury he incurred while in the course of employment.
Man accuses Southern Coal Corporation of wrongful termination
CHARLESTON – A man is suing Southern Coal Corporation for wrongfully terminating his employment due to a work-related injury and workers' compensation claim. Joshua Glenn Maynard was employed by Southern Coal and on July 13, 2013, he injured his back and shoulder while engaged in his employment, according to a complaint filed in Logan Circuit Court and removed to federal court. Maynard claims he filed a workers' compensation claim for his work-related injuries and from that day until January 2
Career employee charges Lowe’s with age discrimination in job loss
CHARLESTON–A Raleigh County resident is suing a major home improvement retail business and an employee on claims of age discrimination in the plaintiff’s recent job loss.