News from August 2018
Kenova alleges negligence allowed towing vessel to sink, pollute river
HUNTINGTON — A Wayne County community is suing a tow vessel owner, alleging negligence and public nuisance.
Grocery wholesaler alleges diner owes more than $28,000
HUNTINGTON — A Huntington grocery wholesaler is suing a Whitesville diner, alleging it owes more than $28,0000 for breach of agreement and unjust enrichment.
Justice Davis joins Loughry on the hot seat
Justice Allen Loughry is not the only one under scrutiny during the House Judiciary Committee’s impeachment proceedings. Justice Robin Davis’ “questionable behavior” has prompted one legal reformer to recommend additional lines of inquiry.
House will hear articles impeachment against four remaining state Supreme Court justices
CHARLESTON – The House Judiciary Committee has introduced articles of impeachment against all remaining members of the state Supreme Court.
Union member says she was victim of sexual harassment from business manager
WHEELING – An Ohio County woman has filed a lawsuit against a union and its business manager alleging sexual harassment and retaliatory discharge.
Bipartisanship brings loan program expansion for small businesses
Small Business 7(a) Lending Oversight Reform Act means more capital for growth
Guest alleges Marriott's negligence led to fall in hotel lobby
CHARLESTON — A hotel guest is suing a Charleston Marriott, alleging negligence in failing to keep the lobby safe for guests.
Pharmacy technician accuses CVS of sexual harassment
BECKLEY — A pharmacy technician is suing CVS, alleging gender discrimination and sexual harassment.
Hartley Law Group donates $500,000 for 'lung bus'
CHARLESTON — Hartley Law Group has donated $500,000 toward West Virginia University Cancer Institute's purchase of a mobile lung cancer screening vehicle.
Surgeon blames CAMC for slip-and-fall injuries
CHARLESTON — A Charleston surgeon is suing Charleston Area Medical Center after he says he was injured on hospital property.
Three cases allege abuse by Christian boarding school
CHARLESTON — Three cases have been filed against Miracle Meadows School, alleging bodily injury, invasion of privacy and false imprisonment.
Supreme Court affirms reversal of order to reprimand speech pathologist
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued a memorandum decision ruling that a trial court rightfully reversed an order reprimanding a speech-language pathologist.
Committee tours state Supreme Court offices as impeachment proceedings resume
CHARLESTON – Members of the House Judiciary Committee resumed state Supreme Court impeachment proceedings Aug. 6, and it included a tour of the court offices at the state Capitol.
Tabit files papers to run for seat on state Supreme Court
CHARLESTON – Kanawha Circuit Court Judge Joanna Tabit is running for a seat on the state Supreme Court.
Loophole means candidates may be able to run for separate offices
CHARLESTON – A loophole in judicial code means candidates have the possibility to run for separate offices during the November election.
Morrisey joins coalition to defend government's right to refuse abortions to unlawfully present, underage immigrants
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a coalition of 10 other states to defend the right for the federal government to refuse abortions to unlawfully present, underage immigrants.
Widow blames husband's death on improper diagnosis
CHARLESTON — A widow is suing medical physicians, alleging liability and medical negligence in her husband's death.
Attorney general's office to participate in Operation Donate with Honor
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced the participation of his office in Operation Donate with Honor, a nationwide effort to help consumers avoid falsely claimed fundraising solicitations that are alleged to help veterans or other service members.
Hotel guest alleges Econolodge negligence caused her injury
BECKLEY — A Tennessee woman is suing owners and manager of Econolodge, alleging negligent maintenance of the premises led to injuries to the plaintiff.
South Charleston building owner alleges hospital owes more than $30,000
CHARLESTON — A South Charleston commercial property landlord is suing a hospital tenant, alleging it owes more than $30,000 for breach of a lease agreement.