News from 2017
It's time for Richard Cordray to go
Last year, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and other state AGs expressed concern that a rule on arbitration agreements proposed by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau “exceeds the CFPB's statutory authority and fails to advance consumer protection or the broader public interest [and] should be withdrawn.”
2018 GOP primary for U.S. Senate race heats up early
MORGANTOWN – West Virginia’s political migration from blue to red means the Republican Party increasingly faces prospects of contested Primary Elections. Last week, West Virginia Wesleyan Political Science Professor Robert Rupp wrote, “As recently as a decade ago the idea of a contentious Republican primary was unthinkable given the weak state of the GOP state party.”
Car dealers claim L&K Marketing billed for sales tax but didn't send it to the state
WHEELING — Automobile dealers are suing a marketing agency and its officer, citing alleged fraud, breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Woman alleges West Virginia Division of Corrections failed to prevent abuse
KANAWHA — A West Virginia woman is suing a corrections facility and its employees, citing alleged negligence and violation of civil rights.
Kenna woman claims Wells Fargo refused to accept mortgage payments
JACKSON — A Kenna woman is suing a bank, citing alleged breach of contract.
Woman alleges FCA US wouldn't honor vehicle warranty
RALEIGH — A Cool Ridge woman is suing a West Virginia corporation, citing alleged breach of warranty.
Morrisey unveils training initiative to reduce automobile consumer complaints
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has embarked upon a ‘did you know’ initiative aimed at protecting consumers with proactive training offered to dealerships in used vehicle laws.
Morrisey says drug manufacturers violated antitrust laws
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a multi-state lawsuit alleging that six generic drug manufacturers violated antitrust laws.
Woman sues three companies for consumer credit violations
WINFIELD – A Winfield woman has filed three lawsuits alleging violations of the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act.
Two lawsuits filed against State Farm for breach of contract
HUNTINGTON – Two lawsuits have been filed against State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. after the plaintiffs claim the insurance agency breached its contract with them.
ACLU-WV sues state police for unethical behavior
WHEELING – The American Civil Liberties Union of West Virginia has filed a lawsuit against a West Virginia State Police trooper it alleges committed unethical behavior and unlawful treatment of an individual.
Judicial Investigation Commission issues public admonishment of Judge O’Briant
CHARLESTON – The Judicial Investigation Commission has issued a public admonishment for Judge Eric H. O’Briant, saying he “should know better” for allowing a paralegal to handle cases in magistrate court without a license.
Kanawha Commission agrees to pay more than $8,000 for special prosecutor
CHARLESTON – The Kanawha County Commission has agreed to more than $8,000 for a special prosecutor involving Dr. Steven Matulis and the alleged sexual assault cases.
Yeager, Triad partially settle landslide suit for $900,000
CHARLESTON – Yeager Airport and Triad Engineering have entered into a settlement in a lawsuit involving the 2015 landslide and hill collapse. The partial settlement was for $900,000, according to Yeager’s Resolution Committee. The settlement releases the officers and their company assets from any claims that the airport has against them.
Aspen Builders claims its insurance claim was denied without explanation
BECKLEY — A Daniels-based corporation is suing an insurer, citing alleged breach of contract.
Estate administrators accuse WVU Hospitals, board of governors of negligence
MORGANTOWN — Estate administrators are suing a hospital and board, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence.
New Haven motorist claims Mason County employee caused accident
POINT PLEASANT — A New Haven woman is suing a West Virginia public utility, citing alleged insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries, liability and negligence.
Waste Management of West Virginia alleges Haz-Tech Environmental owes $19,000
RIPLEY — A waste management company is suing a Ripley corporation, citing alleged breach of contract.
Former deputy sues Raleigh County Sheriff’s Department for discrimination
BECKLEY – A former deputy is suing the Raleigh County Sheriff’s Department after he claims he was discriminated against because of his race.
Blankenship says run for U.S. Senate is a possibility
CHARLESTON – An already crowded 2018 West Virginia race for a U.S. Senate soon could have another candidate. Former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship says he's considering throwing his hat into the ring.