News from November 2018
Butcher alleges he lost job due to his sexual preference
HUNTINGTON — A butcher is suing a food company, alleging sexual discrimination and wrongful termination.
Insurance company alleges roofing contractor owes more than $12,000
CHARLESTON — An insurance company is suing an Elkview roofing contractor, alleging breach of an insurance contract and unjust enrichment.
Auto parts supplier alleges business customer owes $38,000
CHARLESTON — Advance Auto Parts is suing a Kanawha County business customer, alleging failure to pay more than $38,000 for purchased products.
Loughry resigns from Supreme Court
CHARLESTON – Allen Loughry has resigned from the West Virginia Supreme Court. Gov. Jim Justice announced Nov. 10 he had received Loughry's resignation letter.
Supreme Court gives Morrisey deadline to comply with FOIA
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled that Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has until the end of November to file court documents in a case against him for failing to respond to a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request from more than one year ago.
Legislature will hear new impeachment article against Loughry next week
CHARLESTON – A new impeachment article against convicted and suspended state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry will go before lawmakers next week.
State Senate wants Supreme Court to rehear Workman impeachment case
CHARLESTON – The state Senate has asked the state Supreme Court to reconsider its decision to block impeachment trials against four current and former state Supreme Court justices.
Telephone directory alleges two Charleston attorneys owe $138,000
CHARLESTON — A directory company is suing two attorneys, alleging breach of contract.
Customer alleges Piggly Wiggly negligence caused fall, injuries
CHARLESTON — A Charleston woman is suing Piggly Wiggly, alleging negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Patient accuses medical device manufacturer of product liability
BECKLEY — A Wyoming County man is suing a medical device manufacturer, alleging negligence and product liability.
Huntington restaurant owners allegedly owe more than $400,000
HUNTINGTON — An Ohio man is suing restaurant business owners, alleging breach of contract.
Woman accuses car repair service of intentional misrepresentation
CHARLESTON — A Charleston motor vehicle owner is suing a Dunbar auto repair service, alleging fraud and conversion.
Another attempt to impeach Loughry could happen next week; Workman possibly as well
CHARLESTON – A new impeachment article against convicted and suspended state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry could be in front of legislators by next week. And it might include Chief Justice Margaret Workman as well.
Salango honored, ready to get to work as Kanawha County's newest circuit judge
CHARLESTON – Tera Salango still is trying to let it all soak in. “It feels good,” Salango said just hours after winning in the Nov. 6 election to become Kanawha County’s newest circuit judge. “I’m excited. It still hasn’t set in, but I’m excited and ready to get to work.
Daughter blames Charleston health care providers for mother's death
CHARLESTON — A daughter is suing Charleston health care providers, alleging negligence led to the death of her mother.
Customer alleges Beckley bakery's negligence caused injuries
BECKLEY — A Fayette County customer is suing a Beckley bakery, alleging negligence led to injuries to the plaintiff.
Berkeley County couple alleges health care providers' negligence injured wife
WINFIELD — A Berkeley County couple is suing healthcare providers, alleging negligence led to injuries to the wife.
Charleston home buyer accuses real estate agents, contractors of fraud
CHARLESTON — A Charleston home buyer is suing real estate agents and contractors, alleging negligent misrepresentation.
Mercer County motorist alleges insurance company breached contract
PRINCETON — A Mercer County motorist is suing a licensed insurer, alleging breach of an insurance policy.
Barbour County farm owners accuse builders of gross negligence
PHILIPPI — Barbour County farm owners are suing builders, alleging trespassing and negligence.