News from June 2016
Three file claim alleging violent hospital incident
PRINCETON — Three Mercer County residents are suing Rescare Behavior Services Inc., Makayla Belcher, Erin Rodgers and Jennifer Ellis, citing alleged destruction of property, negligent supervision and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
Man claims violation of multiple wage requirements
BECKLEY — A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against Act Fast Delivery of West Virginia, Act Fast Delivery Inc., Home Care Pharmacy LLC, Compass Health Services LLC and Omnicare, citing alleged violation of wage acts.
Woman alleged poor care in nursing facility
WHEELING — A woman holding power of attorney is suing Guardian Elder Care LLC, Peterson Health Care and Rehabilitation Hospital and Diane Miller, healthcare facilities and an operator, citing alleged abuse and negligence.
Man says negligence led to crash
BECKLEY — A Fayette County resident is suing Jason Scott Biere, The American Bottling Company, Dr Pepper Snapple Group and Dr Pepper / Seven Up Inc., citing alleged negligence, reckless conduct and vicarious liability.
Circuit Express offers new one-case model
CHARLESTON – West Virginia’s only online court access is now making single court cases available for 24 hours at a price of $125.
Supreme Court says woman not eligible for teachers’ retirement system
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that a woman who filed suit is not eligible to participate in the Teachers’ Retirement System because she was not regularly employed for full-time service.
Supreme Court grants petition to temporarily suspend law license
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has granted a petition to temporarily suspend the law license of an attorney pending the outcome of disciplinary charges filed against him.
Woman sues Emerson Electric Company for collision
BLUEFIELD – A woman is suing Emerson Electric Company after she claims one of its employees caused her injuries in a collision.
Supreme Court says woman’s claims are barred by federal preemption
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that a woman’s claims are barred by federal preemption.
Logan judge challenges election loss, asks for recount
LOGAN – A Logan circuit judge who lost in the May 10 primary is asking a three-judge panel for a recount and for him to be declared winner in the election.
Estate claims negligence led to death of 81-year-old woman
PRINCETON – An estate's executor is suing over allegations that a wrongful death was caused by the negligence of several parties.
Woman sues Berkeley Medical Center for son’s birth injuries
MARTINSBURG – A woman is suing Berkeley Medical Center on behalf of her minor son after she claims her son suffered birth injuries due to the medical center’s negligence.
Driver cries foul over suspended license
WHEELING – An Ohio County man is suing the West Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles in an attempt to reinstate his driving privileges.
Appeals court says inmate should have chance to prove rights were violated in penile implant surgery lawsuit
CHARLESTON – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth
Circuit has sent a case for review, stating that the inmate should have a
chance to prove his constitutional rights have been violated.
Attorney General seeks millions in unclaimed funds lawsuit against Delaware
CHARLESTON – Attorney General Patrick Morrisey joined a 21-state coalition in filing suit in the U.S.
Man sues Charleston Area Medical Center, Healthport Technologies for consumer credit violations
CHARLESTON – A man is suing Charleston Area Medical Center and Healthport Technologies LLC after he claims they violated the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act. John Doe Billing Companies 1 through 10 were also named as defendants in the suit.
With 4th year a success, attorney's outdoor adventure camp looking toward the future
With more than 450 children in attendance for the fourth year of its one-day outdoor adventure camp, Beyond the Backyard, a charitable foundation started in 2008 by attorney Bobby Warner, is planning how to make the event bigger and better in the coming years.
Huntington couple says Radiology Inc. missed woman's brain tumor
HUNTINGTON – A Huntington couple is suing Radiology Inc. after they claim a physician missed a brain tumor on scans.
Couple accuses Cabell Huntington Hospital, MU BOG of medical negligence
HUNTINGTON – A couple is suing Cabell Huntington Hospital after they claim the hospital was negligent in his care.
Ky. woman accuses Bill Cole Automall of hostile work environment, discrimination
HUNTINGTON – A Kentucky woman is suing Bill Cole Automall after she claims she was discriminated against and a hostile work environment forced her to leave her employment.