News from July 2018
Jeep has defects, Crumpler couple claims
BECKLEY – A Crumpler couple is seeking a refund on a vehicle they purchased over allegations it has defects that the manufacturer has not repaired.
Ohio man seeks damages over alleged arm injury from RSA Trucking, Jaybird Enterprises
WHEELING – A Rayland, Ohio couple alleges the husband was injured in an incident with a truck driver in Ohio County.
Mason Walmart shopper alleges he was falsely charged with shoplifting
POINT PLEASANT – An Ohio man alleges he was falsely charged with shoplifting from a Walmart store.
Driver alleges Fleet Service van malfunction while traveling, caused accident
MOUNDSVILLE – An Ohio County man alleges he was injured while working because of the defective nature of a van.
Passenger in Rent-a-Car vehicle seeks damages from driver after I-64 collision
CHARLESTON – A Charleston woman alleges she was injured in a collision with a tractor-trailer.
Safety tip: hazardous products are hazardous
No one would want to go through what Frank McClung went through, but few of the myriad users of Rid-It ever have – which belies his claim that the product was unsafe and lacked instructions for proper use.
Veterans Advocacy Law Clinic student attorneys win VA benefits for two veterans in state
MORGANTOWN – West Virginia University College of Law's Veterans Advocacy Law Clinic is helping veterans, as well as helping to teach third-year law students how to represent veterans.
Judicial Investigation Commission closes complaints against three justices
CHARLESTON — The Judicial Investigation Commission has issued letters to the three remaining justices of the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, informing them that the complaints against them were being closed.
Kavanaugh's nomination is part of Trump's dedication to America's comeback
CHARLESTON – During his campaign in 2016, President Trump ignited the people of this country with his simple, hopeful message: He promised that he would make America great again. He believed simple concepts like lower taxes, fewer job-killing regulations, and a consistent, principled Supreme Court would be cornerstones in writing America’s comeback story.
Manchin should vote 'yes' to confirming Kavanaugh to U.S. Supreme Court
With his recent nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to replace Justice Kennedy, President Trump is continuing his effort to make good by the American public. Now, it is time for Senator Joe Manchin to keep his promise and put West Virginians first by voting to confirm Judge Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court.
Cybercriminals 'are not going to stop,' security consultant says
CHARLESTON – A security consultant with Advantage Technology has been putting on education workshops for small businesses across West Virginia to help them understand security threats.
Patient alleges foreign object was left in body after surgery at St. Mary's Medical Center
HUNTINGTON – An Ohio man alleges a foreign body was left in his chest after a procedure at a Cabell County hospital.
New WVU Law associate dean eager to 'innovate and adapt' teaching
MORGANTOWN – Two professors at West Virginia University's recently were appointed to three-year terms as associate deans for the College of Law.
Legal Aid attorney Maureen Conley wins inaugural Success Stories Award
CHARLESTON – Legal Aid of West Virginia attorney Maureen Conley won the inaugural Success Stories Award from the West Virginia Women Attorneys.
Patient alleges negligence of Wetzel County Hospital Association resulted in loss of leg
NEW MARTINSVILLE – A Wetzel County man alleges his leg had to be amputated after a crush injury because of the negligence of a health care facility.
Food trailer owner alleges she was dismissed from West Union plant after rejecting sexual advances
CLARKSBURG – A food service trailer owner alleges she was removed from a plant site after rejecting a manager's sexual advances.
US Foods warehouse worker alleges he was retaliated against for filing workers' comp claim
CHARLESTON – A former warehouse worker for three Kanawha County businesses alleges that he was not reinstated after an on-the-job injury because he filed for workers' compensation benefits.
Don Ward Contracting alleged to have violated building codes with construction on home
BECKLEY – Two property owners allege that a Raleigh County contractor performed work on their home that is in violation of local building codes.
Couple claims Ocwen Loan Servicing sends statements to incorrect address
FAYETTEVILLE – A Pax couple alleges their loan servicer is sending their statements to the wrong address and unlawfully charged them fees regarding an earlier settlement.
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