News from 2017
Two couples, children blame tractor trailer owner, driver for crash
WHEELING — Two couples and their children are suing a tractor trailer owner and driver, alleging their negligence led to a crash that injured the plaintiffs.
Couple alleges tractor company's negligence led to injuries
WHEELING — A couple is suing a tractor company, alleging negligence led to a fire that injured the plaintiffs.
Three pipeline inspectors allege employer failed to pay overtime
CLARKSBURG — Three pipeline inspectors are suing a Houston energy company, alleging violation of workers compensation acts in failing to pay overtime.
Woman sues River Park Hospital for work injuries
HUNTINGTON – A woman is suing River Park Hospital after she claims she was injured by a patient while performing her job duties.
Trump to globalists: Non means non!
It might be too early yet to join Larry and Balki of TV's Perfect Strangers in their exuberant Dance of Joy, but the time of jubilation and celebration is fast approaching. There's been a ceasefire in the war on coal.
What makes West Virginia #AlmostHeaven to you
West Virginians — and everyone who loves West Virginia — I have a small but very important favor to ask: This month, take a few minutes to tell the world what it is you love about our state.
Oko-ogua named as Leadership Council on Legal Diversity fellow
CHARLESTON – Nigeria native and Bailey & Wyant partner Suleiman Oko-ogua has been selected as a 2017 fellow to the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity.
Two lawsuits filed over failure to repair culvert to Crossings Mall
CHARLESTON – Two lawsuits have been filed against U.S. Bancorp Government Leasing & Finance Inc. after the plaintiffs claim it and others failed to repair the culvert to the Crossings Mall shopping center.
Spilman receives pro bono award that reflects 'community-minded' mission
CHARLESTON – Spilman Thomas & Battle recently received the 2017 Legal Aid of West Virginia Law Firm Pro Bono Award.
Woman sues Oldcastle Materials for discrimination
CHARLESTON – A woman is suing Oldcastle Materials after she claims it discriminated against her.
Virginia man sues Landing Transport for vehicle accident
MARTINSBURG – A Harrisonburg, Va., man is suing Landing Transport after he claims it is responsible for a vehicle accident that caused him injuries and damages.
WVU law student Kylie Barnhart delivers oral argument before U.S. court of appeals
RICHMOND, Va. – A West Virginia University law school student and Wadestown native had one of the biggest opportunities of her burgeoning career delivering an oral argument before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit.
W. Marston Becker joins 2017 list of West Virginia Bar Foundation of Fellows
CHARLESTON – Charleston-based insurance executive W. Marston Becker has been named by the West Virginia Bar Foundation to its list of 2017 Fellows.
Former employee accuses companies of retaliation
CHARLESTON — A former employee is suing Kanawha County health care providers, alleging intentional infliction of emotional distress, invasion of privacy, retaliation and violation of the Patient Safety Act.
Insurance company sues family of slaying victim
CHARLESTON – Erie Insurance Property and Casualty Company is suing the estate of Sandra Kay Nichols after it claims questions of coverage exist.
Lone Star Western Beef responds to whistleblower lawsuit
CLARKSBURG – Lone Star Western Beef Inc. has responded to a lawsuit against it by the Department of Labor that alleges an employee was fired for calling 911 to help a co-worker who was injured in an accident at the plant.
Former professor accuses Marshall University of racial discrimination
HUNTINGTON – A former Marshall University professor is suing the university after he claims he was discriminated against because of his race.
Preston County man blames Wal-Mart for injuries
KINGWOOD — A Preston County customer is suing Wal-Mart, alleging the store's negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Couple alleges State Farm breached contract
PINEVILLE — A Wyoming County couple is suing State Farm Insurance, alleging breach of contract.
Mercer County couple blames trucking company, driver for crash
PRINCETON — A Mercer County couple is suing a North Carolina tractor trailer owner and operator, alleging their negligence caused injuries.