News from October 2017
Woman blames Walmart, Starbucks after getting sick from outdated Frappuccino
CHARLESTON – A Charleston woman has filed a lawsuit against Walmart and Starbucks claiming she became ill after drinking an outdated Frappuccino.
Chemical operator accuses former employer of unlawful termination
WINFIELD — A Kanawha County man chemical operator is suing his former employer, alleging disability discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Man sues Precision CEO, other employee for wrongful termination
WHEELING – A man is suing the CEO of Precision LLC and another employee after he claims they wrongfully terminated his employment.
Man sues Central Supply Company for retaliation, wrongful termination
CLARKSBURG – A man is suing Central Supply Company of West Virginia for wrongfully terminating his employment because he was on medical leave for one week.
Federal judge dismisses lawsuit alleging Marshall denied degree due to sexual orientation
CHARLESTON – A federal judge has granted a motion to dismiss a lawsuit against Marshall University alleging it denied issuing a woman her master’s degree because of her sexual orientation.
State Supreme Court says insurance company must provide stop gap coverage
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled that an insurance company must provide stop gap coverage to its insureds in a lawsuit following work injuries.
Financing company alleges borrower, guarantors owe $35,000
KINGWOOD — A Huntington financing company is suing borrowers and guarantors, alleging they owe more than $35,000 for breach of promissory note.
Couple blames Antero Resources for fire, damages
CLARKSBURG – A couple is suing Antero Resources Corporation after they claim it was responsible for a fire that caused an employee severe burns and injuries.
Woman sues Loved Ones In Home Care for FLSA violations
CHARLESTON – A woman is suing Loved Ones In Home Care after she claims it violated the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Judge denies motions to dismiss against Spirit Services, others in car accident lawsuit
CHARLESTON – A federal judge denied two separate motions to dismiss cross claims in a lawsuit alleging injuries from a car accident
Prominent Charleston attorney DiTrapano dies of cancer at 89
CHARLESTON – Prominent Charleston attorney Rudy DiTrapano died Oct. 24. DiTrapano, who had been battling prostate cancer, was 89. He practiced law for 65 years. He was of counsel with his namesake law firm DiTrapano, Barrett, DiPiero, McGinley and Simmons.
Supreme Court rejects new trial for former delegate
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has rejected a new trial for former Monongalia County Delegate Clyde Richey, who was convicted of third-degree sexual assault nearly 40 years ago.
Federal judge OKs $5M settlement in ERISA case against TIAA
NEW YORK – Attorneys with a West Virginia-based law firm worked on a $5 million settlement in a retirement benefits lawsuit with TIAA.
Kanawha County couple alleges dealer sold defective vehicle
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County couple is suing an auto dealer, alleging breach of contract, breach of warranty, negligent misrepresentation and unjust enrichment.
Injured worker accuses coal services company of wrongful termination
CHARLESTON — A Logan County man is suing a Kanawha County coal services business alleging retaliation, violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act, and wrongful termination.
Former employee accuses hospital operator of wrongful termination
CHARLESTON — A former employee is suing a Kanawha County hospital operator, alleging a hostile work environment, retaliation and wrongful or constructive eviction.
Benchmark honors 3 Jackson Kelly attorneys
CHARLESTON --: Three attorneys with the firm Jackson Kelly PLLC have been recognized as leading litigation lawyers in the nation by the publication Benchmark Litigation for 2018.
WVU energy conference tackles policy change 'head-on'
MORGANTOWN – The sixth annual National Energy Conference at West Virginia University, which was held on Oct. 20, focused on adapting to changes in the energy industry, according to James Van Nostrand, a professor of law and the director of the Center for Energy and Sustainable Development at WVU.
Legal Aid of West Virginia offers free family law clinics
PARKERSBURG -- Legal Aid of West Virginia offers free clinics that are open to the public two Fridays a month, from 1:30-3:30 p.m., for those seeking help with family law matters.
Huntington tenants blame landlord, county sheriff for loss of property
HUNTINGTON — Two Huntington tenants are suing a landlord and a county sheriff, alleging breach of a lease agreement that cost them their property.