News from 2017
Woman claims nail polish remover removed her skin, too
MARLINTON – A Pocahontas County woman says a product she bought at Dollar General did more than remove nail polish. She claims it removed skin from her fingers as well.
CFPB's new rule 'large gift for class action lawyers'; Court challenges coming
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) – As the director of a federal consumer protection agency seemingly fights for his job, he has gone forth with plans to finalize a controversial rule – and a court challenge seems imminent.
Man sues A&P Trucking, others for fireworks explosion
MORGANTOWN – A man is suing A&P Trucking and several others after he claims he was injured during their Independence Day celebration by a fireworks explosion.
Milton resident accuses Marshall University Board of Governors of negligence
HUNTINGTON — A Milton woman is suing a university board, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Big Justice Construction allegedly failed to make full payment to Walker Machinery
PINEVILLE — A West Virginia corporation is suing a construction company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Apogee Environmental claims it wasn't paid for completed survey
RALEIGH — A Kentucky corporation is suing a Daniels-based company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Man alleges Cellco discouraged him from taking FMLA
CHARLESTON — A Butler County, Ohio, man is suing an employer, citing alleged violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Fourth Circuit upholds Justice Energy’s $1.23M fine
CHARLESTON – The U.S. Circuit of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has upheld a $1.23 million contempt-of-court fine issued to Justice Energy in a lawsuit filed against the company by James River Equipment.
Frontier files lawsuit on broadband bill section
CHARLESTON – Frontier Communication has filed a lawsuit, alleging that the state’s new broadband law violates federal law. Gov. Jim Justice; Chairman Michael A. Albert; Commissioner Brooks F. McCabe Jr.; and Commissioner Renee A. Larrick were all named as defendants in the suit.
Settlement details released in Morgantown landlord sexual harassment case
MORGANTOWN – The details of a settlement in a sexual harassment lawsuit involving a Morgantown landlord have been released.
West Virginia Business College closes campuses
WHEELING – Two campuses for West Virginia Business College have been closed amid a class action lawsuit filed by former graduates after the school lost its accreditation.
State leaders react to CNBC ranking West Virginia worst for business
CHARLESTON – CNBC has ranked West Virginia as the worst state for business in 2017, and state leaders have varying reactions to it. Gov. Jim Justice blames it on inaction by the state Legislature, while business leaders take a more pragmatic approach.
Fairdale woman says she was injured after tripping over mat at Burger King
BECKLEY — A Fairdale resident is suing restaurant operators, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Man blames unmarked Frontier, Appalachian Power cables for injuries
HUNTINGTON — A West Virginia resident is suing a power company and a communications services provider, citing alleged negligence.
Big Blue Motor Sales Preowned accused of selling car with defects
HUNTINGTON — Two people are suing a car dealer, citing alleged breach of contract.
Mountaineer State Excavating accused of failing to pay for heavy equipment rentals
RIPLEY — An equipment rental company is suing a West Virginia corporation and its president, citing alleged breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Attorneys discuss business practices, Trump changes at SuperVision event
CHARLESTON – The annual West Virginia SuperVision event featured attorneys advising business leaders on issues of importance to employers and human resource directors. That included everything from ultrasound policies for unborn infants and use of social media in the workplace to anti-discrimination policies and updates from the West Virginia Legislature.
Williamson lawyer honored for work for underprivileged children
CHARLESTON – After a 40-year career of devoting her life to the protection of the rights of children, Williamson lawyer Jane Moran has been recognized for her efforts.
Family member blames hospital operator for relative's death
CHARLESTON — A Milton man is suing a South Charleston hospital operator, alleging negligence caused the wrongful death of a relative.
Man sues Publishers Clearing House for consumer credit violations
FAYETTEVILLE – A man is suing Publishers Clearing House after he claims it violated the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act.