News from July 2016
Labor's new rule doesn't work
We've got seven more months of this nonsense: rogue federal agencies overreaching, usurping legislative powers, and trying to pull fast ones by reinterpreting existing rules or adding unauthorized new verbiage to them.
Best practices represent best chance to reduce painkiller abuse in W.Va.
CHARLESTON – Fighting the drug epidemic and reversing its deadly consequences are some of the most important challenges we face in the Mountain State.
Woman sues grocery operators over fall
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing KRGP Inc. and Kroger Limited Partnership I, alleging that negligence was responsible for her fall at a grocery store.
Parents say negligence led to child's vegetative state
WINFIELD — The parents of a minor child are suing Stallamb PLLC d/b/a Teays Pediatrics, Ann Lambernedis, M.D., and the Marshall University Board of Governors, medical care providers, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Woman blames golf cart owners for injuries
KINGWOOD — A woman is suing Stephanie L. Mott and Sheena Zbosnik, golf cart owners, citing alleged failure to warn, negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Trucking firm, driver blamed in collision lawsuit
WHEELING — A man is suing Thomas Kelley II and Equipment Transport LLC, a driver and truck terminal operator, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Man says negligence in medical care led to amputation
WHEELING — A man is suing Cary D. Amundson, M.D. and Wheeling Hospital Inc., alleging that negligence following an ankle sprain eventually led to amputation of his leg below the knee.
RAGA releases second ad in W.Va. AG's race supporting Morrisey
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Republican Attorneys General Association has released a new television and digital advertisement in West Virginia supporting Attorney General Patrick Morrisey.
Morrisey: State law says fantasy sports are legal
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey recently issued an opinion stating that select fantasy sports are legal, based upon a review of existing state law.
Legal agencies provide free legal assistance for flood victims
CHARLESTON – A toll-free legal aid hotline provided by legal agencies is now available for victims of flooding in West Virginia.
Jury tacks on $500K in punitives to $5.1M DuPont C-8 verdict
COLUMBUS – A federal jury has awarded a college professor $500,000 in punitive damages on top of $5.1 million in compensatory damages awarded earlier this week in the second DuPont C-8 bellwether trial.
Health care service accused of FMLA interference
CLARKSBURG — A licensed practical nurse is suing PrimeCare Medical of West Virginia Inc., a health care service, citing alleged interference with the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993.
Woman says store owners at fault for slip-and-fall
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Sears Holdings Corporation and KMart Holding Corporation, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent her from falling.
Former Ticketmaster employee claims disability discrimination
CHARLESTON — A disabled person is suing Live Nation Worldwide, Inc. d/b/a Ticketmaster LLC, a former employer, citing alleged failure to uphold Americans with Disabilities Act regulations.Barbara Dixon filed a complaint on May 25, in the Kanawha Circuit Court against Live Nation Worldwide, Inc. d/b/a Ticketmaster LLC alleging that the former employer violated the West Virginia Human Rig
Woman blames city for injuries
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing the City of South Charleston, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Legal Aid hotline provides law guidance to those affected by floods
With 12 counties affected by the floods, Legal Aid of West Virginia is reaching out to help with a range of legal issues.
Justices overturn new trial order in Wood County car wreck case
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has reversed and remanded a Wood County case, saying a man’s knee injury was the result of a previously existing condition rather than the car wreck caused by the defendant.
AG warns flooding victims to be cautious when hiring contractors, others
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging residents forced to deal with damage from this summer’s severe weather to be cautious when hiring others to assist with repair and cleanup.
Mercer man says he lost home because attorney didn't draft deed properly
PRINCETON – A Mercer County attorney is being sued for failing to prepare a valid deed.
New fellowship promoting public interest law names first recipient
PARKERSBURG — Lisa Hartline overcame personal obstacles with poverty and homelessness to go to law school. At age 41, she’s a year away from her degree, and she plans to turn around and help others experiencing the same struggles she did in West Virginia.