News from June 2018
More patients accuse Raleigh Heart Clinic of exposure to blood-born pathogens
BECKLEY — Two more patients are suing Raleigh Heart Clinic, alleging they were exposed to blood-borne pathogens during routine heart procedures at the clinic.
Cabell Co. woman alleges Big Lots' negligence led to injuries
HUNTINGTON — A Cabell County woman is suing a Charleston retail store operator, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Couple alleges homeowners association failed to maintain disposal pipeline
KEYSER — A Mineral County couple is suing a homeowners association, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent damages to their home.
Grafton fire chief alleges unlawful termination
GRAFTON — The former fire chief is suing Grafton, alleging unlawful termination.
Kanawha Co. woman claims contractor's incompetence delayed project
CHARLESTON — A West Virginia resident is suing GB Construction LLC and Glynn Booth, citing alleged breach of contract, breach of duty, breach of implied warranty, breach of warranty, fraud, negligence, and negligent misrepresentation in connection with a construction project.
JP Morgan Chase seeks declaratory relief from state
HUNTINGTON — JP Morgan Chase is suing Huntington, the state of West Virginia and two individuals, seeking declaratory relief.
Supreme Court's union ruling won't have huge impact in West Virginia
In Janus v. AFSCME, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that public sector employees will no longer be forced to contribute to unions that represent them in collective bargaining agreements, but the landmark decision will have little impact on West Virginia.
Physician's assistant blames surgeon for injury because of his inappropriate actions at work
WHEELING – A physician’s assistant claims a Wheeling surgeon repeatedly acted in an unprofessional and inappropriate manner at work, forcing her to file a lawsuit after she was injured because of his actions.
Georgia woman alleges Bob Evans' negligence caused injuries
WINFIELD — A Georgia customer is suing Bob Evans Farms, alleging negligence caused her to suffer injuries at its Putnam County restaurant.
Customer alleges negligence at Barboursville Kroger led to injuries
HUNTINGTON — A customer is suing Kroger, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries at its Barboursville store.
Bluefield couple accuses mobile home park owners of negligence
PRINCETON — A Bluefield couple is suing mobile home park owners, alleging negligence and premises liability.
Pennsylvania couple alleges Jeep owner, driver caused crash
FAYETTEVILLE — A Pennsylvania couple is suing a Jeep owner and driver, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries in a vehicle crash.
Charleston alleges city business owes more than $28,000
CHARLESTON — Charleston is suing a city business, alleging failure to pay more than $28,000.
Insurance company alleges Buffalo-based law firm owes nearly $9,000
MOUNDSVILLE — An insurance company is suing a Buffalo law firm, alleging breach of duty and legal malpractice.
State Farm accuses tractor-trailer operators of negligence, seeks $2,300
CHARLESTON — State Farm Insurance is suing tractor-trailer operators, alleging negligence caused a crash.
Borrower accuses mortgage business of breach of settlement agreement
KEYSER — A Ridgeley woman is suing a mortgage lender, alleging intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Passenger accuses driver, State Farm of negligence, breach of contract
CHARLESTON — A Kentucky passenger is suing a driver and State Farm, alleging breach of contract and negligence.
Industrial parts supplier alleges coal company owes nearly $95,000
WINFIELD — An Scott Depot industrial parts supplier is suing an Indiana coal company, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment in failing to pay nearly $95,000.
AG's office announces Kids Kick Opioids contest winner
CHARLESTON — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has announced the winner of a statewide contest called Kids Kick Opioids.
'You can’t have a scofflaw as a judge’
Despite his claims of innocence, suspended state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry should resign “for the common good of the state, the court, and the judiciary.”