News from March 2016
Two lawsuits filed by MedMatrix Solutions for breach of contract
BECKLEY – Two lawsuits have been filed by MedMatrix Solutions against two medical offices and a doctor it claims breached contracts with the company.
Jenkins rips into EPA chief during agency budget hearing
WASHINGTON – Rep. Evan Jenkins told the head of the Environmental Protection Agency she cannot understand the damage her agency’s policies have had on West Virginia until she visits and sees for herself. “Administrator, West Virginians are a proud people,” Jenkins, a Republican, told Gina McCarthy during an EPA budget hearing March 22 with the House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies. “We want to work. We want to provide a better future for our ch
Asthma sufferer accuses employer of unlawful termination
CHARLESTON – A Monongalia County woman is suing her former employer for alleged discrimination because of a disability.
Worker accuses ex-employer of retaliatory termination tied to injury
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County man is suing his former employer for allegedly firing him over a work-related injury.
Medical office manager claims firing after surgery
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman says the medical practice where she worked for over five years fired her when she requested an extra week off to recuperate from breast cancer surgery.
AG's office urges caution with health insurance scams
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is advising consumers to beware of imposter scams, in particular one involving robocalls claiming to represent the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Boat crash defendant files answer, counterclaim
MORGANTOWN – One of the defendants in a lawsuit involving a Memorial Day boat crash has filed an answer and counterclaim. Steven B. Solomon denied he owned the boat in question and denies he owed a duty to the plaintiffs or that he breached any duty owed to them, according to the March 18 answer and counterclaim.
Farmer says dam project will cause irreparable damage
CLARKSBURG – A farmer sued the Clarksburg Water Board after he claims its dam demolition project will cause irreparable damage to fencing rights and other riparian property rights. John Stenger is a land owner in Harrison County who owns property along the deep water pools behind the West Milford and Highland dams, according to a complaint filed March 22 in Harrison Circuit Court.
Man sues Wheeling Island casino for injuries
WHEELING – A man is suing Wheeling Island Gaming after he claims he sustained injuries while on its property. On Feb. 7, 2014, Gary Gordon was a lawful customer/patron at Wheeling Island’s premises when he was caused to violently slip and fall on the unmaintained/unsafe walkway area with such great force as to cause Gordon serious injuries, damages and losses, according to a complaint filed Feb. 7 in Ohio Circuit Court and removed to federal court on March 14.
Insurer sues Huntington accounting firm for policy issues
HUNTINGTON – An insurance company is suing Hess, Stewart & Campbell, claiming the accounting firm isn’t due the amount it says it is under a policy. The action involves a dispute as to the extent of any obligation owed by CAMICO Mutual Insurance Company concerning the liability of HSC arising from, related to, or in connection with a criminal scheme perpetrated by an HSC employee for which criminal prosecution is currently pending, according to a complaint filed March 11 in the U.S. District Cou
Construction company re-files lawsuit against WVU BOG
MORGANTOWN – Accelerated Construction Services has re-filed its lawsuit against West Virginia University Board of Governors after the previous one was dismissed. Accelerated Construction Services filed a complaint in Monongalia Circuit Court in December against WVU BOG and the lawsuit was dismissed due to a legal technicality, as state code requires those filing suit to provide 30 days notice before suing a state entity.
Woman accuses Zales of wage payment violations
CLARKSBURG – A woman is suing Zales Jewelers after she claims it violated the West Virginia Wage Payment and Collection Act. Ashley Bond was employed as a consultant and manager with Zales until her employment was involuntarily terminated on Dec. 7, 2013, according to a complaint filed Feb. 9 in Harrison Circuit Court and removed to federal court on March 18.
Man blames Genesis Healthcare for wife’s death
FAYETTEVILLE – A man is suing Genesis Healthcare after he claims it was responsible for his wife’s death. Genesis WV Holdings LLC; Genesis Health Ventures of West Virginia LP; Genesis Eldercare Network Services Inc.; Genesis Eldercare Rehabilitation Services Inc.; Genesis Healthcare Corporation; Saddle Shop Road Operations LLC; Dr. Scott Allen Keffer; Scott Keffer Inc.; and Tara Jackson were also named as defendants in the suit.
Morgantown property owner files petition against BZA
MORGANTOWN – A Morgantown man has filed a petition against the Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals.
Tennant, WVAJ president praise public campaign finance rulings
CHARLESTON – West Virginia’s Secretary of State is praising the state Supreme Court’s decision to reinstate public campaign finance money to two Supreme Court candidates. As Secretary of State, Natalie Tennant is a member of the State Election Commission. That’s the panel that earlier this month awarded more than $500,000 each to the campaigns of sitting Justice Brent Benjamin and former state lawmaker Bill Wooton.
Miner accuses company of firing him after injury
LOGAN – A Logan County man says the mining company he worked for fired him after he was injured and began receiving workers' compensation benefits.
Pizza company claims buyer defaulted on payments
BECKLEY — A pizza and grill company is suing another company for allegations of defaulting on payments to purchase assets.
Motorist blames injuries on freight driver’s alleged reckless driving
PRINCETON – A Mercer County woman says she was injured in a vehicle crash allegedly caused by freight driver’s negligence
Dispatcher accuses Kingston Mining of age discrimination
FAYETTEVILLE – A Boone County man is suing is suing his ex-employer, claiming he was fired for his age and because he raised safety concerns about mine operations.
Residents blame nearby refinery for pollution, noise
MOUNDSVILLE – A group of Marshall County residents say an oil and gas refinery near their neighborhood has created a public nuisance.