News from February 2017
Morrisey named new chair of Republican AG Association
WASHINGTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is the new chairman of the Republican Attorneys General Association.
Tire store claims business failed to pay entire balance of purchase
NEW MARTINSVILLE — A Wetzel County tire store is suing Mid South Carbon Corp., a trucking company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Fayette Co. woman claims ADT made harassing calls for money she didn't owe
FAYETTEVILLE — A Fayette County woman is suing ADT LLC d/b/a ADT Security Services, citing alleged intentional infliction of emotional distress and invasion of privacy.
Woman says Eldercare Jackson County subjected her to hostile environment
RIPLEY — A certified nursing assistant is suing Eldercare Jackson County LLC and Twylia Richards, citing alleged religious discrimination, retaliation and wrongful discharge.
Man says nursing home delayed emergency care for father
CHARLESTON — A Fairmont man is suing 1543 Country Club Manor Operations LLC d/b/a Pierpont Center at Fairmont Campus and Genesis Healthcare LLC, citing alleged breach of duty and negligence.
Pattern Jury Instructions get validation from federal judge
DAVIS – West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Menis Ketchum and Court Clerk Rory Perry will speak this weekend at a legal education seminar about the court’s Pattern Jury Instructions that were published last year.
Bluefield resident accuses Maples Health Care of wrongful death
PRINCETON — A Bluefield man is suing Maples Health Care Inc., citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Wheeling man says Five Star Logistics, driver responsible for crash
WHEELING — A Wheeling man is suing Khalil Z. Islamov and Fast Star Logistics LLC, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Woman says Wheeling Park Commission needed lighting for uneven walkway
WHEELING — A woman is suing Wheeling Park Commission, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Couple claims J.B. Hunt Transport required husband to drive despite illness
RIPLEY — A Jackson County couple is suing J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., J.B. Hunt Transport Inc. and PPG Industries Inc., citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
Charleston attorney Sprague Hazard dies at 71
CHARLESTON – A Charleston attorney who was active in the community has passed away at the age of 71.
WV CALA survey finds economy, jobs as top legislative issues
CHARLESTON – A new survey conducted by a legal reform group says about half of West Virginia voters say the economy and job creation are the most important issues facing the state Legislature this session.
Bailey & Glasser lawyers part of $20M verdict in Dish Network class action
CHARLESTON – A North Carolina jury awarded a $20 million verdict in a class action lawsuit against Dish Network for violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act. The trial lasted five days.
Woman sues Genesis Healthcare for grandmother’s injuries, death
CHARLESTON – A granddaughter is suing Genesis Healthcare after she claims they are responsible for her grandmother’s injuries and death.
AG's office warns consumers of sweepstakes scam
CHARLESTON —West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is warning consumers to be wary when notified of winning a sweepstakes bearing the name of a legitimate company, such as those perpetuated by impostors falsely claiming to represent Publishers Clearing House.
AG's office was asked to file asphalt suit three times, DOH attorney says
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office was asked three times to file a suit on behalf of the state Department of Highways regarding the price of asphalt, according to a DOH attorney.
Attorney Salango appointed as Kanawha County Commissioner
CHARLESTON – After almost 90 minutes of questions and answers before the Kanawha County Commission on Feb. 2, Charleston attorney Ben Salango was chosen as former Commissioner Dave Hardy’s replacement until December 2018.
Woman sues Mingo school board after principal allegedly slapped daughter
WILLIAMSON – A woman is suing the Mingo County Board of Education after she claims her daughter was slapped by the principal and injured.
Two lawsuits blame Mine Safety Appliances Company for black lung disease
PINEVILLE – Two lawsuits have been filed against Mine Safety Appliances Company after the plaintiffs claim they developed black lung disease despite wearing respirators during their careers.
Coal Creek Energy accuses Seminole WV Mining Complex of contract breach
FAYETTEVILLE – Coal Creek Energy is suing Seminole WV Mining Complex after it claims the defendant breached its contract. ERP Compliant Fuels was also named as a defendant in the suit.