News from 2016
'Goodness of their heart' brings attorneys to pro bono work, program director says
CHARLESTON -- About 200 attorneys volunteer their time with Legal Aid of West Virginia. They generously defend a case, offer consultations or help fill out forms pro bono.
Ketchum named VP of national Conference of Chief Justices
CHARLESTON – Affordability of bail for non-violent minor crimes is a priority for West Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice Menis Ketchum in his new role as vice president of the Conference of Chief Justices.
Logan hospital accused of using dangerous portable commode
LOGAN — An administrator of a deceased woman's estate is suing Logan General Hospital, alleging negligence and insufficient insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries in connection with a fall from a portable commode.
Man claims termination violated public policy
WHEELING — A former employee is suing Stratford Springs Enterprises LLC, alleging failure to accommodate and wrongful termination.
Man alleges business is being undermined by false claims
RIPLEY — A business owner is suing Benjamin Perry and Toni Perry, husband and wife, citing alleged misrepresentation.
Woman blames nursing home for fall injuries
WINFIELD — A former resident is suing Teays Valley Center, and Genesis Healthcare, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Woman says Jeep maker violated state warranty law
MOUNDSVILLE — A consumer is suing FCA US LLC, a manufacturer, alleging violation of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
Harrison Co. jury rules for nursing home in high-profile case
CLARKSBURG – After a few hours of deliberation, a Harrison County jury ruled that a nursing home and its officials were not liable in a wrongful death case.
Morrisey sues used car dealership for consumer credit violations
HUNTINGTON – Attorney General Patrick Morrisey filed a lawsuit in Cabell Circuit Court against a used car dealership he claims violated the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act.
Justices to hear Wells' county clerk appeal on Sept. 7
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a former Kanawha County lawmaker’s appeal as he tries to run as an independent for county clerk.
Capito to host four Academy Days for students seeking nominations to nation's service academies
CHARLESTON – U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito will be on hand to support four upcoming Academy Days, giving nominations to students looking to attend a service academy.
Marshall has no law school or pre-law major, but does have a pre-law adviser
HUNTINGTON — Marshall University has no pre-law major curriculum or law school at its campus for college students interested in law, but it does have a pre-law adviser.
Two parties accuse energy company of unlawful deduction
MOUNDSVILLE — Two parties are suing Chevron USA Inc., an energy company, citing alleged unlawful deduction.
Insurance holding company blames two insurers for alleged failure to settle excess claim
WHEELING — An insurance holding company is suing two insurers – Zurich American Insurance Company and American Guarantee and Liability Insurance Company – citing alleged breach of duty of good faith and fair dealing.
Borrower blames bank for erratic loan handling
MOUNDSVILLE — A borrower is suing Wells Fargo Bank NA, alleging breach of contract and bad faith.
Motorist claims trucker failed to drive safely
WHEELING — A motorist is suing Anthony E. DeMarco, Giant Eagle Inc., Talon Logistics Inc., Farm Credit Leasing Services and John Doe, alleging negligence that led to his injuries in a vehicle collision.
Widow says nursing home responsible for death
WINFIELD — A widow is suing 590 North Poplar Fork Road Operations LLC d/b/a Teays Valley Center and Genesis Healthcare LLC in a wrongful death claim alleging negligence in nursing home care.
Frontier calls Citynet ‘disgruntled competitor’ in motion to dismiss
CHARLESTON – Frontier is calling Citynet’s lawsuit against it for internet issues a six-year vendetta against it by a “disgruntled competitor.”
Woman says Marshall denied her degree because of sexual orientation
CHARLESTON – A woman is suing Marshall University Board of Governors after she claims it denied issuing her degree based on her sexual orientation.
Bank of America sues Putnam Co. attorney for nearly $30,000
WINFIELD – Bank of America is suing attorney Frank M. Armada after it claims he owes nearly $30,000.