News from March 2018
Charleston man blames podiatrist for injuries
CHARLESTON — A Charleston man is suing a podiatrist, alleging negligence in failing to prevent injuries.
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Mason Co. couple accuses blood testing service of negligence
POINT PLEASANT — A Mason County couple is suing blood testing service providers, alleged negligence.
Customer blames New Martinsville restaurant owners for injuries
NEW MARTINSVILLE — A customer is suing a New Martinsville restaurant owner, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff sustaining injuries.
Excavating company alleges Fayette Co. business breached contract
FAYETTEVILLE — An excavation company is suing a Fayette County corporation, alleging breach of contract.
Justice vetoes bill to cap AG's consumer protection fund
CHARLESTON – Gov. Jim Justice has vetoed a bill that would have capped the amount of settlement funds the Attorney General’s office could keep in its consumer protection fund.
Coal company owned by governor sued for not paying settlement
HUNTINGTON – A coal company owned by Gov. Jim Justice has been sued for not paying a nearly $1 million settlement from another lawsuit.
Former S&S Firestone worker alleges wrongful termination
HUNTINGTON — A Wayne County warehouse worker is suing his former employer, alleging retaliation and wrongful termination.
Ex-employee accuses Jackson County Development Center of wrongful termination
RIPLEY — A Mason County woman is suing the Jackson County Developmental Center, alleging gender discrimination and wrongful termination.
Former tenant blames Huntington property owners for injuries
HUNTINGTON — A former tenant is suing Huntington rental property operators, alleging negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Mercer County property owners allege bank breached agreement
PRINCETON — Two Mercer County property owners are suing a financial institution, alleging breach of settlement agreement.
Beckley woman alleges Go-Mark worker ran red light, caused crash
BECKLEY — A Beckley woman is suing an employer and employee, alleging their negligence caused a vehicle crash that injured the plaintiff.
Former employee alleges mining company failed to pay full wages
CHARLESTON — A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against a Kentucky mining corporation operating in Kanawha County, alleging violation of workers compensation acts.
Former newspaper owner wants share of sale proceeds
CHARLESTON – MediaNews Group is seeking a share of the money made from the sale of the Charleston Gazette-Mail to HD Media, according to court documents.
Morrisey praises passage of opioid right of refusal bill
CHARLESTON — This legislative session, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey led a effort to empower doctors and pharmacists by giving each the right to refuse opioid-based medication to treat pain.
Man sues Harrison County Coal Company for property damage
CLARKSBURG – A lawsuit was filed against Harrison County Coal Company alleging its underground mining operations caused property damage.
Three lawsuits filed against State Farm for uninsured motorist claims problems
CHARLESTON – Three lawsuits have been filed against State Farm Fire and Casualty Company for issues with uninsured motorist claims from car accidents that occurred in 2005 and 2009.
Blood donor accuses American Red Cross organizers of negligence
CHARLESTON — A blood donor is suing the American Red Cross, alleging negligence led to her fainting and suffering injuries at a blood drive.
Teacher blames Raleigh County school board for student attacks
BECKLEY — A teacher is suing the Raleigh County school board, alleging intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Wheeling family blames local McDonald's for injuries
WHEELING — A Wheeling family is suing a local restaurant, alleging negligence led to the injuries of one of its members.
Motorist blames another driver for injuries in Raleigh Co. accident
BECKLEY — A West Virginia motorist is suing is suing a driver and a Huntington supply company, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries and negligence on the road.