News from July 2016
Former director of gaming operations claims retaliatory discharge
WHEELING — A former director of gaming operations is suing Wheeling Island Gaming Inc., Osi Omomoh, Giorgio Isella and Josey Kelley, former employer and company officers, citing alleged mistreatment and retaliatory discharge.
Woman says firm fired her as retaliation for taking leave
CLARKSBURG — A former property manager is suing PPG Management LLC, a property leasing management firm, citing alleged violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Beckley couple accuses GM of selling faulty vehicle
BECKLEY — Two Beckley residents are suing General Motors LLC, a car manufacturer, citing alleged breach of warranty.
Coal companies sue over borehole drilling
CHARLESTON — Two West Virginia corporations are suing Pinnacle Mining Company LLC and Target Drilling Inc., mining and gas extraction operators, citing alleged breach of duty.
Woman sues Monongahela Power for power lines, company seeks to dismiss
KINGWOOD – A woman is suing Monongahela Power Company after she claims there are power lines on her personal property.
Consol files answer to complaint alleging work injuries, denies all allegations
HUNTINGTON – Consol of Kentucky Inc. filed an answer to a lawsuit alleging work injuries occurred at its Twin Branch surface mine in Mingo County.
Morrisey asks congressional leaders to stop agency overreach
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and a coalition of 14 other state attorneys general in asking Congress to rein in federal agencies that create and enforce regulations.
Consol files answer to complaint alleging work injuries, denies all allegations
HUNTINGTON – Consol of Kentucky Inc. filed an answer to a lawsuit alleging work injuries occurred at its Twin Branch surface mine in Mingo County.
Man sues KC Transport for wrongful termination
WILLIAMSON – A man is suing KC Transport after he claims his employment was wrongfully terminated.
University report details decline in West Virginia coal production
MORGANTOWN – Coal production in West Virginia is on a decline that is likely to continue, according to a report from West Virginia University.
Up-and-coming attorneys should maintain curiosity, says award-winning lawyer
HUNTINGTON – Fewer students are applying to law school but those who do apply tend to be the best prepared in decades, according to a recent recipient of a Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia award.
Did Don Blankenship receive a fair trial?
Here's a question honest, fair-minded West Virginians should ask themselves: Would Don Blankenship have received the same “justice” if he were a Democrat?
Residents coming together, focusing on recovery following floods
CHARLESTON – Less than a month ago, our state was hit by severe, widespread, historic flooding.
Former Kroger employee claims religious discrimination
BUCKHANNON — A former employee is suing Kroger Limited Partnership, a retail food chain operator, citing alleged religious discrimination.
Reynolds unveils first in series of statewide ads for his AG campaign
HUNTINGTON – The Doug Reynolds for Attorney General campaign has released the first in a series of ads meant to introduce him to West Virginians.
Woman claims injury in Walmart restroom
WHEELING — A woman is suing Wal-Mart Stores Inc., a retail store operator, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Pennsylvania company accuses Noble Energy of misappropriation
CLARKSBURG — A Pennsylvania company is suing Noble Energy Inc., a natural gas exploration company, citing alleged conversion and unjust enrichment.
Woman says phone calls violated law
WHEELING — A woman is suing Marc Sporn, Dylan Sporn, Amerco Group Inc., Gentech LLC and Medi Biotech LLC, citing alleged harassment and abuse.
Woman says she was fired due to pregnancy
CHARLESTON — A former employee is suing HealthSmart Benefits Solutions Inc., citing alleged violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act and the West Virginia Human Rights Act.
Man blames physician for wife’s wrongful death
CHARLESTON – A man is suing a physician he claims is responsible for his wife’s wrongful death.