News from November 2017
MAPW, estate allege lease on Wetzel County acreage has terminated
WHEELING – An Ohio corporation and estate representative are seeking to terminate the lease for oil and gas rights on a Wetzel County property.
Senate president wants control of state Supreme Court budget
CHARLESTON – The president of the West Virginia Senate wants residents to vote on adding a constitutional amendment to give the Legislature power over the state Supreme Court’s budget.
AG's office outlines claims process in Western Union settlement
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has outlined the claims process for those eligible to receive compensation from a $586 million forfeiture by Western Union Company.
Supreme Court suspends Parkersburg attorney’s license for three months
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ordered the suspension of a Parkersburg attorney’s law license for three months after he allegedly lied to a magistrate regarding his own case for driving under the influence.
Former ADT Security employee alleges supervisor sexually harassed her
BECKLEY – A Bluefield woman alleges she was retaliated against and terminated after she filed a sexual harassment claim with her employer.
Medical malpractice suit filed against Bluefield Clinic Co., physician
PRINCETON – The administrator of a late McDowell County woman's estate has filed a suit over the woman's death against a medical facility and physician.
Longwall coordinator alleges Tunnel Ridge demoted him because of age
WHEELING – A Triadelphia man alleges his former employer discriminated against him because of his age.
Woman sues Braxton County sheriff's deputy after allegedly being unlawfully incarcerated
CLARKSBURG – A Braxton County woman alleges a sheriff's deputy subjected her to unreasonable seizure.
First Community Bank accused of age discrimination
BECKLEY – A Daniels woman alleges she was subjected to age discrimination by her former banking employer.
Wheeling woman files suit against dog owner after alleged attack in city
WHEELING – A Wheeling woman is seeking damages after she and her dog allegedly were attacked on New Jersey Street in the city by another dog.
Morrisey leads new effort to combat human trafficking in state
CHARLESTON – Human trafficking has become a major problem, but Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is taking steps to combat it in West Virginia.
Beckley Buick-GMC Auto Mall Inc. alleges it is owed for six autos
BECKLEY – A Raleigh County business alleges a Mercer County business failed to pay for six vehicles it purchased.
Why do slip-and-fall hazards claim so few victims?
The funny thing about slip-and-fall accidents is, there's rarely a pile-up. It's usually one alleged victim, even when the alleged hazard has persisted for some time.
Justices say Fairmont State suit wasn’t filed in proper court
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that Fairmont State University lawsuit should have been filed in Kanawha Circuit Court — not in Marion Circuit Court.
Federal judge grants motion for approval of settlement, dismissal
HUNTINGTON – A federal judge has granted a joint motion for approval of settlement and dismissal in a lawsuit against Genesis Eldercare Rehabilitation Services.
Logan couple accuses Erie Insurance of breach of contract
LOGAN – A couple is suing Erie Insurance Company after they claim it breached its contract with them.
Official: China Energy deal 'fulfills promise' of shale gas revolution
CHARLESTON – West Virginia leaders continue to praise the $83.7 billion agreement with China Energy as an amazing opportunity.
President's tax plan will benefit West Virginians
CHARLESTON – President Donald Trump has demonstrated his commitment to helping West Virginia rescue our economy from the damage inflicted during the Obama administration.
AG's office warns consumers about giving to third-party entities
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey recently warned consumers to be careful giving to a third-party entity that claims to represent a popular charity.
Save-A-Lot customer alleges he needed surgery after falling at Moundsville store
MOUNDSVILLE – A Proctor man alleges he was injured at a Moundsville store because of a fall caused by liquid on the floor.