News from June 2016
Parents sue contractors over asbestos claim
CHARLESTON — The parents of two minor children are suing Harris Brothers Roofing Co., and Structure Environmental LLC, contractors, citing alleged breach of contract, breach of duty, and unjust enrichment.
AG's mobile office visiting flood ravaged communities
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has announced special flood relief mobile office visits for this week in Clay, Greenbrier, Jackson, Kanawha, Nicholas, Roane and Webster counties.
Attorneys pitch in to help with flood relief efforts
CHARLESTON – Attorneys across the state are assisting victims of flooding that affected 44 of West Virginia’s 55 counties. Rob Frank of the Law Office of Robert J. Frank & Associates in Lewisburg, is a member of the CERT team at Rhema Christian Center and aided in relief efforts at the center, helping victims mostly from White Sulphur Springs, Rainelle and Rupert.
Congress achieves historic reform of broken environmental law
WASHINGTON – Regulatory reform has been a widely discussed solution in Washington to cut bureaucratic red tape and boost our economy. After years of hard work and negotiations, the passage of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act marks the first time in more than a quarter of a century that Congress has sent reform of a major environmental law to the president's desk.
Logan County couple accuses United Bank of negligence
LOGAN – A couple is suing United Bank in separate lawsuits after they claim its negligence caused them damages.
AG's office reminds of price gouging laws during State of Emergency
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is reminding residents of price gouging laws, which took effect June 23 with the governor’s declaration of a State of Emergency in 44 counties.
Swanson Industries files two lawsuits to recover more than $25,000
BECKLEY – Swanson Industries has filed two lawsuits against companies it claims owes more than $25,000 for goods.
Middlebourne woman names 103 companies in asbestos suit
MOUNDSVILLE – A Middlebourne woman filed a lawsuit against 103 companies after she claims they are responsible for her husband’s death.
Two lawsuits accuse W.Va. PECU of breach of contract
LOGAN – Two lawsuits have been filed against the West Virginia Public Employees Credit Union after the plaintiffs’ claim the credit union breached its contract. On March 21, 2014, and March 25, 2014, the defendant filed a civil complaint against Kristina Goodman and on July 10, 2013, the defendant filed a civil complaint against James E.
AG's office receiving reports of price gouging in wake of flooding
CHARLESTON – As West Virginia begins the process of digging out from severe flooding that has left nearly two dozen residents dead, the state Attorney General’s office is receiving complaints of price gouging by businesses allegedly trying to take advantage of people in their time of need.
Engineering firm officers accused of not paying for products
WINFIELD — Materials supplier is suing Jennifer Fox Casey and John Casey, engineering firm officers, citing alleged breach of contract and failure to pay delivered products.
Couple's lawsuit seeks compensation following collision
BECKLEY — Two Raleigh County residents are suing William E. Wilkerson and Ean Holdings LLC, a car rental company and its agent, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Woman sues Lowe's Home Center over alleged contract breach
BECKLEY — A homeowner is suing Lowe's Home Center LLC, a home improvement company, citing alleged breach of contract, breach of implied warranty, intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligence.
NGK Spark Plugs accused of improper termination
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County resident is suing NGK Spark Plugs Inc., a spark plug manufacturer and seller, claiming she tripped and fell at work, resulting in an injury, and then was fired in part because she filed for workers' compensation benefits.
Woman accuses parole officer of sexual harassment, abuse
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing the West Virginia Department of Corrections, a parole officer identified as Officer Cain and his supervisor or supervisors, identified as John Doe, alleging sexual harassment and abuse by Cain.
Couple accuse insurer of misrepresentation
PINEVILLE — A couple's lawsuit against Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company alleges breach of duty, misrepresentation and failure to evaluate and adjust.
Man says Toyota Motors unjustly fired him
WINFIELD — A former employee is suing Toyota Motors Manufacturing, West Virginia Inc., a car maker, citing alleged discrimination and retaliatory discharge.
Fuel supplier claims bill unpaid
HINTON — An energy suppler is suing McBride Family Enterprise LLC, citing alleged failure to pay for purchased products.
Woman blames companies for husband's electrocution
BECKLEY — An administratrix of her deceased husband's estate is suing Siemens Industry Inc., AK Steel Corporation, Doble Engineering Company and General Electric Company, citing alleged negligence, breach of warranty, failure to protect and wrongful death.
Couple claim substandard work by remodeling company
BECKLEY — A couple's lawsuit against Home Building and Remodeling Services LLC alleges breach of duty and negligence.