News from March 2018
Wetzel County couple accuses local health care providers of malpractice
NEW MARTINSVILLE — A Wetzel County couple is suing local health care service providers, alleging professional malpractice.
Kanawha sees 24 percent increase in asbestos filings
CHARLESTON – While the number of new asbestos cases across the country is declining, Kanawha County saw one of the largest increases in the country last year.
St. Albans couple blames Kroger's for wife's injuries
CHARLESTON — A St. Albans couple is suing Kroeger, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries to the wife.
Daughter blames Charleston nursing home for mother's death
CHARLESTON — A Uneeda woman is suing Charleston nursing home facility operators, alleging negligence led to the death of the plaintiff's mother.
Customer alleges Toyota breached manufacturer warranty
CHARLESTON — A St. Albans customer is suing Toyota, alleging breach of warranty.
Morrisey, Jenkins both praise Trump's plan to fight opioid abuse
CHARLESTON – Two leading Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate are hailing President Donald Trump’s plan to fight opioid abuse.
Woman sues Huntington National Bank for unjust enrichment, breach of contract
CLARKSBURG – A woman is suing Huntington National Bank after she claims it refused to pay her money that she was owed from a Certificate of Deposit.
Legal Aid ready to assist victims affected by Conn disability scam
CHARLESTON – Legal Aid of West Virginia is working to help former clients of Eric C. Conn, the Kentucky attorney who is accused of helping obtain disability benefits for people who might not have actually qualified for them.
Consumer accuses reporting agencies of erroneous credit report
CHARLESTON — A Charleston woman is suing consumer reporting agencies, alleging an erroneous credit report.
Former employee accuses Avis of pregnancy discrimination
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing Avis, alleging gender discrimination and unlawful discharge.
Patient accuses Raleigh Co. doctor of negligent treatment
BECKLEY — A patient is suing a Raleigh County doctor, alleging negligent treatment.
Judge says protesters can continue to stay in trees along pipeline route
UNION – A circuit court judge ruled that pipeline protesters can continue to live on platforms in trees along the path of the Mountain Valley Pipeline.
Someone should put a safety cone in front of that speed bump!
“The ultimate result of shielding men from the effects of folly,”said British philosopher Herbert Spencer, “is to fill the world with fools.”
Widower blames Webster Co. property operators for falling tree that killed wife
WEBSTER SPRINGS — A widower is suing Webster County property operators, alleging negligence in failing to prevent injuries and and death.
Daughter blames Marshall members for mother's death at St. Mary's
HUNTINGTON — A daughter is suing Marshall University board members, alleging insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries to her mother.
Charleston customer blames Tyler Mountain Water for ceiling damage
CHARLESTON — A Charleston woman is suing a bottled water distributor, alleging negligent hiring and training.
Wheeling couple alleges Westfield Insurance failed to pay for crash damages
WHEELING — A Wheeling couple is suing an insurance company, alleging an unfair claims settlement.
West Virginia has reasons to be hopeful for the future
CHARLESTON – As we take some time to reflect upon the conclusion of the 83rd Session of the West Virginia Legislature, there is an opportunity to remember the accomplishments of the previous year, think about areas where we could improve, and look toward the long-term progress of our wonderful state.
AG's office wins judgment, strips auto dealer of right to operate in W.Va.
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey won a judgment that will release dozens of automotive liens and permanently block a used car dealer from ever again operating or working for such a business in the state.
Circuit judge grants restraining order against union members on strike
CHARLESTON – Kanawha Circuit Judge Charles E. King has granted a restraining order against Frontier Communications employees who are currently on strike.