News from June 2018
FITZSIMMONS LAW FIRM: $2 million in punitive damages assessed against hospital in $5.5 million Medical Malpractice wrongful death jury verdict
Fitzsimmons Law Firm attorneys Bob Fitzsimmons and Brent Wear recently obtained a $5.5 Million jury verdict against Weirton Medical Center on behalf of their client in a medical malpractice wrongful death trial.
Loughry pleads not guilty to federal charges; trial scheduled to begin Aug. 28
CHARLESTON – Suspended state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry pleaded not guilty to the charges in the 22-count federal criminal indictment unsealed earlier this week.
New Defense Trial Counsel president awaits 'exciting opportunity'
CHARLESTON — The new president of the Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia (DTCWV) is looking forward to the new experiences he will have in the coming year.
Asbestos litigation in West Virginia holds steady
CHARLESTON — Asbestos litigation in West Virginia is holding steady, close to where it was in 2017.
Ohio couple alleges Wheeling Island casino operators caused injuries
WHEELING — An Ohio couple is suing Wheeling hotel-casino-racetrack operators, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries.
Guests accuse Pullman Plaza Hotel, elevator company of negligence
HUNTINGTON — Seven hotel guests are suing a Huntington hotel and an elevator equipment and service provider, alleging negligence and premises liability.
Oklahoma construction company alleges it is owed $374,000
WEST UNION — An Oklahoma construction company is suing three clients, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Kanawha County consumer alleges debt collector violated TCPA
BECKLEY — A Kanawha County woman is suing a debt collector, alleging violation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Passenger alleges truck drivers' negligence caused crash
PRINCETON — A Mercer County man is suing truck drivers and an insurance provider, alleging negligence led to a vehicular crash.
Pendleton Co. delegate files petition seeking to force Gov. Justice to work in Charleston
CHARLESTON – A Pendleton County delegate has filed a petition claiming Gov. Jim Justice isn’t upholding his duties by not living at the governor’s mansion in Charleston.
Hatfield-McCoy Regional Recreation Authority settles service dog suit
CHARLESTON — The Hatfield-McCoy Regional Recreation Authority has agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by a former employee who alleged his employment was terminated because of his service animal.
Third Mountain State Land Use Academy discusses opioids, broadband
MORGANTOWN — West Virginia University's Land Use and Sustainable Development Law Clinic held the third annual Mountain State Land Use Academy, where topics such as the opioid epidemic and broadband were discussed.
West Virginia's Family Nutrition Program helps state's drug court participants
MORGANTOWN—West Virginia is taking measures to help those battling drug addiction with alternative education programs, including nutrition classes, to strengthen the county's drug court programs.
New members of Defense Trial Counsel board are ready to serve
CHARLESTON — Two of the four new members appointed to the board of the Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia (DTCWV) are looking forward to serving on the board.
Two WVU law students receive inaugural Rural Practice Scholarship
Nathan Bennett and Sarah Petitto, West Virginia University College of Law students, are the first-ever recipients for the Rural Practice Scholarship.
Jenkins helps secure mine funding for West Virginia
CHARLESTON — Rep. Evan Jenkins (R-W.Va.) has secured additional funding for West Virginia that will help to redevelop and repurpose abandoned mine lands that will help create more jobs for West Virginians.
Machinist/welder accuses machinery company of wrongful discharge
BLUEFIELD — A machinist/welder is suing a machinery company, alleging age discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Injured motorist alleges State Farm failed to provide proper compensation
NEW CUMBERLAND — A Weirton motorist is suing State Farm, alleging negligence and breach of contract.
Family alleges tractor-trailer owner, driver caused crash
LOGAN — A couple and the mother of the husband are suing a tractor-trailer owner and driver, alleging negligence caused a vehicle crash.
Stuart won't close the door on more state Supreme Court charges
CHARLESTON – U.S. Attorney Mike Stuart indicated there might be more federal charges related to the state Supreme Court.