News from September 2016
Attorneys' community service earns YMCA honor
WHEELING – Husband and wife attorneys Jim and Linda Bordas recently were honored with the Dr. Lee Jones Patron of Youth award during the YMCA’s annual Light of the Valley fundraiser luncheon. The couple’s commitment to serving the community was a driving factor behind the honor.
Judge says third-party candidates will stay on ballot
HUNTINGTON – U.S. District Judge Robert C. Chambers granted an emergency motion, ruling that 17 third-party candidates will remain on November’s general election ballot.
Ready for West Virginia's day in court
CHARLESTON – On Sept. 27, my office will take the lead before a panel of nine judges and make our best case against President Obama’s so-called “Clean Power Plan.” The Power Plan is an unlawful federal rule that forces states to stop using the most affordable, reliable form of energy — coal.
AG previews his coalition's arguments for EPA hearing
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey previewed the highlights of the arguments his coalition of state AGs will present in federal court against the EPA's Clean Power Plan.
Charleston attorney writes book about animal law
CHARLESTON – A Charleston attorney has written her second book—combining her love for animals with her love of the law.
Coal Mountain couple accuses mining operators of trespassing
PINEVILLE — A Coal Mountain husband and wife are suing mining operators, alleging fraudulent misrepresentation and trespassing.
Conductor blames railcar operator for injuries
PINEVILLE — A Wyoming County conductor is suing a railcar operator, alleging its negligence caused the plaintiff to sustain serious shoulder injuries.
Two third-party candidates file federal suit after Wells ruling takes them off ballot
HUNTINGTON – Two third-party candidates who were knocked off the ballot after the Erik Wells ruling have filed a lawsuit against the Secretary of State.
Hinton man accuses Appalachian Regional Healthcare of discrimination
WELCH – A Hinton man is suing Appalachian Regional Healthcare after he claims it discriminated against him based on his race and age.
Reynolds' latest ad attacks Morrisey's links to drug companies
CHARLESTON – In its latest television commercial, Doug Reynolds’ campaign for state attorney general says incumbent Patrick Morrisey is lining his pockets with drug money while “West Virginians overdose in record numbers.” Morrisey’s campaign responded, saying the ad is another attempt by Reynolds “to divert attention away from the fact that he has no plan to fight substance abuse.” Reynolds’ ad, titled “Pockets,” can be viewed online.
Safety products distributor alleges Fayette business owes nearly $43,000
FAYETTEVILLE — A Huntington safety products distributor is suing a Fayette County manufacturing business, alleging it owes nearly $43,000.
Property owner alleges demolition contractors failed to do proper work
NEW CUMBERLAND — A New Cumberland property owner is suing Pennsylvania demolition contractors, alleging they cost the plaintiff more than $21,000.
Nursing home resident blames facility for injuries
BECKLEY — A nursing home resident is suing a Beckley nursing home and its staff, alleging negligence in failing to prevent injuries.
Thanks for everything, Mr. President
If you've ever lost a job, you know what it's like.
How third-party candidates affect (sometimes) races in W.Va.
MORGANTOWN – The leading candidates in the West Virginia Governor’s race are Democrat Jim Justice and Republican Bill Cole.
Morrisey files enforcement action against Mylan over EpiPen price
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey
has petitioned the court to enforce a subpoena against Mylan as part of an
investigation into the skyrocketing price of its EpiPen.
Home buyer accuses seller, lender, debt collector of illegal foreclosure
GRAFTON — A Taylor County home buyer is suing a seller, lender and debt collector, alleging they illegally foreclosed his property.
Seven more lawsuits filed against Axiall for chlorine gas leak
MOUNDSVILLE – Seven more lawsuits have been filed against Axiall Corporation for a chlorine gas leak that caused damages.
Raleigh County motorist blames another driver for crash
BECKLEY — A Raleigh County motorist is suing another driver, alleging the defendant's negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Customer alleges Kroger's negligence caused her to suffer injuries at store
BECKLEY — A Wyoming County woman is suing Kroger, alleging the defendant's negligence caused the plaintiff to sustain injuries.