News from July 2018
Employee alleges community college violated Fair Labor Standards Act
CHARLESTON — An employee has filed a class action lawsuit against a community college, alleging violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Wetzel Co. mineral interest owner alleges oil, gas producers breached contract
CLARKSBURG — A Wetzel County mineral interest owner has filed a class action lawsuit against oil and gas producers, alleging breach of contract and conversion.
Ketchum resigns from state Supreme Court; retirement effective July 27
CHARLESTON – Menis Ketchum is retiring and resigning from the state Supreme Court. It's effective July 27.
Guardian alleges nursing home facility caused injuries to patient
CHARLESTON — A Charleston woman is suing a Kanawha County nursing home facility, alleging negligence in the care of a patient.
Supplier alleges debtor, guarantor owe more than $5,000
HUNTINGTON — A New Jersey supplier is suing a debtor and guarantor, alleging it owes more than $5,000 for breach of an agreement.
Bluefield property owner accuses lender of fraud
PRINCETON — A Bluefield resident is suing a home loan lender, alleging fraud and negligent misrepresentation.
The impeachment of Justice Allen Loughry
There’s something to be said for catharsis, not that anyone looks forward to it. In fact, most people do everything they can to avoid it. But, like banging your head against the wall, it does feel better when you’re through.
Appeals court reverses federal court ruling in environmental group's case against EPA
CHARLESTON — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit overturned a previous ruling, siding with the Environmental Protection Agency relating to a 2015 lawsuit filed by environmental groups.
Legal Aid attorney Taylor wins Ronald Nestor Award
A Legal Aid attorney who received The Ronald Nestor Award last month said she considers the honor a special privilege.
Governor opposes U.S. Supreme Court ruling in South Dakota v. Wayfair
CHARLESTON — The U.S. Supreme Court ruled last month that out-of-state retailers can collect state sales tax from customers, a decision opposed by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice.
Ohio magistrate suspended, indicted on wire fraud, tax fraud, bribery
CHARLESTON — An Ohio County magistrate has been suspended without pay after being indicted on charges of wire fraud, bribery and tax fraud.
Charleston couple accuses Experian of defamation
CHARLESTON — A Charleston couple is suing Experian Information Solutions and other defendants, alleging defamation.
Wayne Co. shopper alleges Big Red's Trading Post negligence led to dog attack
WAYNE — A Wayne County resident is suing a retail shop and dog owners, alleging liability in a dog attack.
Putnam County property owner accuses Nationstar of misconduct
WINFIELD — A Putnam County property owner is suing a loan servicer, alleging breach of contract and negligence.
Two more lawsuits filed against Bizzack
LOGAN — Two more lawsuits have been filed against Bizzack Construction for alleged property damages from highway construction.
Loan borrower allegedly failed to make monthly payments
WINFIELD — A national banking association is suing customers, alleging refusal to apply payments of nearly $160,000.
State Farm alleges tractor-trailer operator's negligence caused crash
PRINCETON — State Farm is suing a tractor-trailer owner, alleging negligence caused a crash.
Safeguarding West Virginia coal jobs
CHARLESTON – Many know that West Virginia coal powers the nation, however, far fewer people realize and appreciate its significance to the steel industry.
Charleston attorney files pre-candidacy papers for state Supreme Court to fix the system
CHARLESTON — A Charleston attorney filed pre-candidacy papers for the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals last month in a bid to fix, what he calls, a broken system.
Non-profit law firm sues WVU over denial of China Energy deal documents
A non-profit law firm sued West Virginia University for refusing a public records request for documents related to the China Energy deal.