News from April 2018
Property owner alleges Columbia Gas misrepresented right of way location
WINFIELD – A Putnam County property owner is suing a gas company, alleging an agreement and temporary access easement are null and legally void.
State law library announces plans for National Library Week
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia State Law Library announced it will offer tours to the public and demonstrations of the free legal research databases on April 10 to coincide with the 60th anniversary of National Library Week.
Mount Hope couple alleges Ford sold defective vehicle
BECKLEY — A Mount Hope husband and wife are suing Ford, alleging breach of warranty, design defect, liability, negligence and product liability.
Blankenship calls Morrisey, Jenkins career politicians
CHARLESTON – Don Blankenship said in a statement Thursday that West Virginians don’t want career politicians and, instead want someone who will stand with the president and against the D.C. Establishment.
Woman says federal government failed to prevent Upper Big Branch mine explosion
BECKLEY – A woman is suing the federal government after she claims it failed to do more to prevent the Upper Big Branch mine disaster from occurring eight years ago.
Deadline for AG's ‘Kids Kick Opioids’ PSA contest approaching
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is reminding schools and parents of the upcoming deadline for this year’s “Kids Kick Opioids” public service announcement contest – Friday, April 13.
Construction foreman alleges wrongful termination
BECKLEY — A Raleigh County man is suing a Glen Daniel construction business, alleging disability discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Judge grants motion to dismiss count in lawsuits alleging breach of contract
WHEELING – A federal judge has granted a motion to dismiss one count in two lawsuits alleging breach of contract against SWN Product Company and Chesapeake Appalachia.
Judge grants motion for summary judgment in car accident lawsuit
CHARLESTON – A federal judge has granted a motion for summary judgment in favor of the defendant in a lawsuit against 21st Century Centennial Insurance Company for a car accident that caused injuries.
Morrisey, Warner announce enhanced business search tool for consumers
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and Secretary of State Mac Warner announced a tool to help inform consumers and combat fraud.
Customer alleges GM concealed vehicle's defects
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County man is suing General Motors and a used automobile dealer, alleging false pretenses and fraudulent concealment.
Elderly widow accuses loan holder of misrepresenation
CHARLESTON — An elderly widow is suing a loan holder, alleging breach of contract and negligent misrepresentation.
Trump talks tax cuts on 4th visit to West Virginia
CHARLESTON – President Donald Trump visited West Virginia today to discuss tax cuts at a roundtable discussion in White Sulphur Springs.
Customer service employee accuses AT&T of disability discrimination
HUNTINGTON — A customer service employee is suing AT&T, alleging disability discrimination and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Widower accuses physician of negligence in wife's death
HUNTINGTON — A Cabell County man is suing a physician, alleging negligence in the death of his wife.
Wellsburg couple alleges beer truck caused crash
NEW CUMBERLAND — A Wellsburg couple is suing a Weirton beverage company and employee, alleging their negligence caused a vehicle crash.
AG's office secures nearly $1.5M in debt cancellation for consumers
CHARLESTON —West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office recently sent letters to more than 300 consumers explaining how they will benefit from approximately $1.49 million in debt cancellation secured as part of a settlement with First Sentinel Bank of Richlands, Va.
Blankenship says DOJ office is investigating his prosecution
CHARLESTON – U.S. Senate candidate Don Blankenship says the Department of Justice is investigating his prosecution related to the Upper Big Branch mine disaster.
Jenkins, Morrisey campaigns attack over 'lies' at candidate forum
CHARLESTON – Campaigns for two of the leading Republican candidates for U.S. Senate are calling each other liars, this time over issues related to Planned Parenthood.
Customer accuses Chevy dealer of deceptive practices
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing is Chevrolet dealer and lender, alleging unfair and deceptive practices.