News from June 2016
Insurer accused of underpaying after fire
MOUNDSVILLE — The executrix of a deceased man's estate and a property owner are suing Nationwide Agribusiness Insurance Company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Property owner accuses coal company of breach of duty
MOUNDSVILLE — A property owner is suing Consol Pennsylvania Coal Company LLC, a coal mining company, citing alleged breach of duty.
Couple claim employer, elevator maker responsible for injuries
POINT PLEASANT — A couple are suing M&G Polymers USA LLC and Otis Elevator Company, employer and elevator provider, citing alleged breach of contract, insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries, and negligence.Tyrus E.
AG review clears path for Huntington hospital merger
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, after an independent review of pertinent facts, concurred with the state Health Care Authority’s decision to grant a certificate of approval sought by Cabell Huntington Hospital.
Justices say insurer not entitled to money it did not pay out
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that an insurance company is not entitled to a statutory right of subrogation.
Justices say attorney fees, court costs constitute abuse of discretion
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that an award of attorney fees and costs in a 13-year-old lawsuit is an abuse of discretion.
Ohio man blames HIMG, others for wife’s death
HUNTINGTON – An Ohio man is suing HIMG after he claims it is responsible for his wife’s death. Ultimate Health Services Inc. is doing business as Huntington Internal Medical Group.
Three-judge panel denies petition to remove Morgantown City Council members
MORGANTOWN – A three-judge panel has filed an order denying a petition to remove four members of Morgantown’s City Council.
Suit claims deputy's distraction led to injury
FAYETTEVILLE — A man is suing the County Commission of Fayette County, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Woman says she was injured due to defect in parking lot
FAYETTEVILLE — A patron is suing Whitewater Bar & Grill LLC, operator of a hotel/motel and restaurant, alleging negligence, failure to warn and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Logging companies accused in wrongful death case
LOGAN — A woman who is the administrator of her deceased husband's estate is suing Fortner Logging LLC and Fortner Tree Trimming Inc., alleging wrongful death.
Woman says insurer not paying enough
MOUNDSVILLE — A woman is suing Trumbull Insurance Company, also know as The Hartford, citing alleged negligence, bad faith and unfair claims settlement practices.
Financing company says towing firm unlawfully held vehicle
LOGAN — A financing company is suing Bobby Hicks, doing business as Fast Action Towing and Recovery, citing alleged unlawful detention of collateral.
State Lawyer Disciplinary Board asks to disbar Morgantown attorney
CHARLESTON – The state Lawyer Disciplinary Board has asked the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals to disbar a Morgantown attorney it claims violated the Rules of Professional Conduct.
Judge delays settlement with former Freedom officials
CHARLESTON – District Judge John T. Copenhaver Jr. has delayed any action being taken on a settlement proposed against two of Freedom Industries’ officials involving the 2014 chemical spill into the Elk River.
Uneasy Rider pulls out of West Virginia
After seven years of providing low-cost motorcycle, ATV, and off-road insurance to mountaineers, Rider Insurance is pulling out of West Virginia.
AG's office secures $400M in e-book settlement with Apple
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey says state consumers soon will receive their portion of a $400 million e-book settlement between Apple Inc. and 33 states and territories.
Safe at Home West Virginia creates a brighter future for youth
CHARLESTON – As governor, our children’s well-being is one of my top priorities, and I am particularly proud of the progress we have made through the Safe at Home West Virginia program.
Lender accused of violating consumer credit law
HUNTINGTON — Two borrowers are suing Chase Bank USA, N.A., a financial services company, citing alleged violation of the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act and the West Virginia Computer Crime and Abuse Act, intentional or negligent infliction of emotional distress and invasion of privacy.
Former hospital worker claims wrongful discharge
HUNTINGTON — A former employee is suing Cabell Huntington Hospital Inc. and Thomas Jones, a health facility and its director of environmental services, citing alleged retaliatory discharge, sexual harassment and hostile environment, wrongful discharge and outrage.