News from January 2016
Woman sues City of Charleston for property damages
CHARLESTON – A woman is suing the City of Charleston after she claims it is responsible for damages that occurred to her personal property.
Man says Charleston Newspapers discriminate against race, sex
CHARLESTON – An employee is suing Charleston Newspapers after he claims it discriminates against employees based on their race and sex.
AG outside counsel bill passes House, heads to Senate
CHARLESTON – A House bill to codify Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s outside counsel policy is headed to the state Senate. House Bill 4007 passed the House of Delegates on Jan. 25 on a 96-1 vote. It would restrict fees to outside counsel hired by the state Attorney General’s office and prevent those attorneys from contributing to that attorney general’s re-election campaign while working for the state.
Man sues driver, airport authority after crash
A man involved in a traffic accident is suing a driver and the Raleigh County Airport Authority, claiming he sustained permanent injuries in the incident.
Automobile dealership claims competitor's suit lacked merit
An automobile dealership has filed a counter suit against a competing dealership after the competitor’s suit was dismissed.
If it was such a hazard, how did everyone else avoid it?
Story CopySomething's been puzzling us for some time: Where are all the class-action slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall lawsuits?
Strengthening West Virginia's education system
CHARLESTON – Five years ago, when I became governor, we started down a path to strengthen and improve West Virginia's education system. Last week, I was proud to join members of the state Department of Education, representatives from education groups and programs from across the state, and business and industry supporters to highlight changes we've made and partnerships that are strengthening West Virginia's education system.
Kanawha's chief judge clarifies a few things
Dear Editor: Last week, Emma Gallimore interviewed me by phone for a story in The West Virginia Record. I wanted to clarify a few things in the story. These clarifications are important to emphasize the collegial nature of judging in a multi-judge circuit and the equal responsibilities shared by all seven circuit judges and every circuit judge in our state.
Charleston couple accuses doctor of medical malpractice
CHARLESTON – A Charleston couple is suing a doctor they claim he was negligent during and after surgery. On June 29, 2009, Dr. Bruce B. Horswell performed an open reduction/internal fixation of mandibular fractures suffered by Raymond K. Barrett and during the course of the ORIF procedure, the sinus cavity was packed with one-quarter inch iodoform gauze impregnanted with bacitracin ointment and exited out through a nasal antrostomy and sutured to the outlying skin inside Barrett’s nose, accordin
Law firm sues CDL Consult, others for failure to pay legal fees
KINGWOOD – Estep & Shaffer LC is suing CDL Consult Inc. after the firm claims CDL failed to pay legal fees. Justin Seyl, president of CDL, and Colin Self were also named as defendants in the suit.
Couple seek $500,000 in suit alleging fall injuries
A Cabell County woman is seeking damages from Kroger Co., alleging she was injured when her feet became entangled in a plastic bag, causing her to fall.
Logan Co. NRA t-shirt lawsuit dismissed, will be re-filed
CHARLESTON – A lawsuit against the Logan County Board of Education has been dismissed from federal court, but the plaintiff’s attorney plans to re-file it. Attorney Ben White says he plans to re-file the lawsuit next week. He said he’s had financial problems as a result of the economy and had to downsize his law practice.
Parents blame Mercer school board for son's sexual contact
PRINCETON – The parents of a minor are suing the Board of Education of the County of Mercer after they claim it failed to supervise their son and other students.
Poca couple says Thomas Hospital to blame for woman's surgery injury
CHARLESTON – A Poca couple is suing Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association after they claim it caused injuries during surgery. Dr. Betty A. Goad was also named as a defendant in the suit. Donna Parsons was admitted to TMH on June 26, 2013, for performance of a robotic assisted vaginal hysterectomy performed by Goal and utilizing a da Vinci robot, according to a complaint filed in Kanawha Circuit Court.
Ellis Supply says insurance company was negligent
LOGAN – Ellis Supply Inc. is suing the LaFayette Insurance Company after it claims the insurance company was negligent in marketing insurance policies.
WesBanco wants courts guidance in disbursing estate funds
WHEELING – WesBanco Bank Inc. is asking the court for guidance in disbursing funds from an estate.
Man accuses Marriott of wrongful termination, violating FMLA
CHARLESTON – A man is suing Marriott International Inc. after he claims his employment was wrongfully terminated while he was eligible for Family and Medical Leave Act leave. On Sept. 8, 2011, Johnny D.
CAMC seeks damages from doctor who left for Florida
CHARLESTON – CAMC is seeking payment from one of its former doctors over claims she abandoned her clinic and defaulted on her loan.
Next-of-kin seeks damages from driver in father's death
HUNTINGTON – The son of a man allegedly hit and killed by a driver is seeking compensation.
Man seeks monetary damages after traffic accident allegedly caused him severe injuries
KINGWOOD – A Tucker County man seeks damages for his injuries after his vehicle was allegedly hit by a tractor-trailer.