News from October 2016
Energy company claims Antero sold oil, gas from its estates without permission
CLARKSBURG — An energy company has filed suit against two exploration companies for alleged tortuous interference with rights.
McDowell County couple accuses Toyota of warranty violations
PINEVILLE — A McDowell County couple is suing Toyota, alleging breach of implied and express warranties.
Manufacturer alleges mining equipment supplier owes $81,000
PINEVILLE — A Rich Creek manufacturer is suing a Pineville mining equipment supplier, alleging breach of contract in owing more than $81,000..
Man sues Perma-Pipe Inc. for defective steam pipe system
CHARLESTON – A St. Albans man is suing Perma-Pipe Inc. after he claims its defective steam pipe system at West Virginia State University caused him injuries.
Attorney sues Go-Mart for ADA violations
HUNTINGTON – West Virginia Attorney Duane J. Ruggier II is suing Go-Mart Inc. after he claims it violated the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Man sues Thornhill Automotive for ADA violations
CHARLESTON – A man is suing Thornhill Automotive Inc. after he claims it violated the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Four cities sue W.Va. Paving for violating state’s Antitrust Act
CHARLESTON – Four cities are suing West Virginia Paving after they claim is has created a monopoly and violated West Virginia’s Antitrust Act. The complaints were filed as class action lawsuits.
AG's office helps stop Ponzi scheme in northern panhandle
WHEELING — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey says his office was involved in breaking up a Ponzi scheme that bilked investors of millions.
Morrisey leads push for U.S. SC review of school bathroom case
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey said Oct. 12 he is leading a 21-state coalition urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review and strike down a high-profile case regarding transgender rights.
State Supreme Court says foundation isn’t exempt from property tax
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that University Healthcare Foundation is not exempt from property taxes because it is not primarily and immediately used for charitable purposes.
Attorney General's office sues two contractors for consumer violations
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has filed two suits against separate Kanawha Valley Contractors he says violated the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act. The suits were filed against Anderson’s Handyman Service LLC and its managers, Gregory Anderson and Stephanie Anderson; and Walter D.
If Blankenship can be railroaded, so can you
In two weeks, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond will hear arguments on former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship's appeal of his misdemeanor conviction for conspiracy to willfully violate mine safety standards.
West Virginia sees slight improvement in business index
MORGANTOWN -- A slight uptick in the Mountain State Business Index (MSBI) could signal a resurgence of economic growth in West Virginia.
Paulson selected as Henry Toll Fellow
LEXINGTON — Robert Paulson, general council at the West Virginia Department of Administration, has been selected to participate in the Council of State Governments’ (CSG) Henry Toll Fellowship Program.
Former secretary sues employer, manager and supervisor
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing a West Virginia trucking business, manager and supervisor, alleging age discrimination and wrongful termination.
Patient blames Logan County medical center for injuries
LOGAN — A patient is suing a Logan County hospital, alleging the defendant's negligence led to the plaintiff's injuries.
Customer blames tree stand distributor, manufacturer for injuries
FAYETTEVILLE — A Fayette County man is suing tree stand distributor and manufacturer, alleging the defendants' negligence caused the plaintiff to be injured in a fall.
Aluminum plate manufacturer allege scrap buyers owe $215,000
RIPLEY — An aluminum plate manufacturer is suing West Virginia scrap buyers, alleging breach of contract in failing to pay more than $215,000.
Automobile dealership alleges former employee owes $22,000
LOGAN — A Chapmanville Toyota dealership is suing a former employee, alleging failure to comply with contractual obligations.
Latest Reynolds ad draws criticism from Morrisey's campaign, wife
CHARLESTON – The latest television ad from Doug Reynolds’ campaign is drawing criticism from incumbent Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s campaign and from Morrisey’s wife.