News from November 2016
Judicial board recommends suspension for judge-elect for one year
CHARLESTON – The Judicial Hearing Board has recommended that the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals bar Nicholas circuit judge-elect Stephen Callaghan for one year following the ethics charges against him for alleged shady campaign tactics.
Justices: Comp board right in denying underlying conditions
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has issued a ruling that the West Virginia Workers’ Compensation Board of Review did not err in denying two conditions as compensable conditions in a case involving Lifepoint Hospitals and a certified nursing assistant.
Charleston doctor named in another sexual assault suit
CHARLESTON – Another lawsuit has been filed against Charleston Gastroenterology Associates and Dr. Steven R.
Construction suppliers allege property owners failed to pay
PHILIPPI — Two construction materials suppliers are suing Barbour County property owners, alleging failure to pay for purchased products.
Estate administrator blames health care providers for woman's death
RIPLEY — A South Charleston woman is suing health care providers, alleging their negligence caused the death of a patient.
Benjamin dissents on majority ruling about DUI on private property
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled last month that driving under the influence on private property is a crime, which Justice Brent D.
West Virginia law firm to offer pro bono services to veterans
CHARLESTON -- National law firm Dinsmore is giving back to the armed forces by offering pro bono services to veterans and their families.
Putnam parents sue youth basketball league for violating by-laws
WINFIELD – Some Scott Depot parents are suing the Kanawha Valley Youth Basketball League after they claim it is violating its own constitution and by-laws by refusing to allow their son to play on an all-star basketball team.
Woman sues Portfolio Recovery Associates for consumer credit violations
WHEELING – A woman is suing Portfolio Recovery Associates after she claims it violated the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act. Kathryn Eakin became in arrears upon an alleged indebtedness to the defendant and the defendant began to engage in collection of the indebtedness through the use of telephone calls and written communications placed to Eakin, according to a complaint originally filed in Randolph Circuit Court and remove to federal court.
Federal judge awards woman maximum amount under medical malpractice laws
BECKLEY – U.S District Judge Irene C. Berger has awarded a then 24-year-old woman the maximum amount permitted under West Virginia’s medical malpractice laws after she underwent a hysterectomy after the birth of her only child in 2013.
Raleigh Co. man files class action against strip club over wage laws
BECKLEY – A Raleigh County man has filed a potential class action lawsuit against a local chain of strip clubs, claiming the business violated state wage laws.
Lincoln Co. shopper blames Coca-Cola for injuries
HUNTINGTON — A Lincoln County woman is suing Coca-Cola, alleging the defendant's negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Assistant manager accuses Home Depot of wrongful termination
CLARKSBURG — An Upshur County woman is suing Home Depot, alleging disability discrimination, retaliation and wrongful discharge.
Wheeling couple accuses Pittsburgh firm of legal malpractice
WHEELING – Two estate executors allege a Pittsburgh law firm failed to adequately represent them in two legal matters.
Worker alleges long-term disability benefits were wrongfully terminated
CHARLESTON – A former Charleston Area Medical Center employee alleges his disability benefits were wrongfully terminated.
Jogger blames property owners for injuries from cable
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman alleges she was injured by a cable in an alley while jogging.
Chimney business owner alleges he is still entitled to disability benefits
KINGWOOD – A Preston County man alleges he remains disabled because of shoulder injuries and that his disability benefits were wrongfully terminated.
Homeowner accuses Lowe's Home Center of discrimination
CHARLESTON — A black Kanawha County woman is suing Lowe's Home Center a consulting company and estimator, alleging discrimination and breach of contract involving the loss of electrical service.
Klear alleged to owe Indiana company more than $59,000
WHEELING – A chemical supplier alleges an Ohio County company owes it for more than $59,000 worth of supplies.
Tire distributor alleges Putnam County couple owes $48,000
WINFIELD — A tire distributorship is suing a Putnam County couple and their business, alleging breach of contract in failing to pay more than $48,000.