News from October 2018
Patient alleges he was sexually abused at South Charleston rehabilitation center
CHARLESTON — A Boone County man is suing a South Charleston medical facility, alleging medical negligence and sexual assault.
Patricia Saidi pins hope on potato chips payday
“Candy-coated popcorn, peanuts, and a prize – that’s what you get in Cracker Jack!” Kids today may not be familiar with that sing-song slogan, but Baby Boomers remember it well, even if they haven’t eaten any in years for fear of breaking teeth or dentures.
State's new campaign finance reporting system provides greater transparency
CHARLESTON – Democratic processes hinge on fair and free elections that represent the people’s choices to lead.
Walker avoids removal from Supreme Court bench, state Senate votes 32-1 in her favor
CHARLESTON – State Supreme Court Justice Beth Walker will remain on the bench. After about two hours of deliberation, the state Senate – acting as the jury for the court of impeachment – voted 32-1 not to remove Walker from office.
Customer alleges Wal-Mart negligence led to fall in Cross Lanes store
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing Wal-Mart, alleging negligence led to injuries to the plaintiff.
Man sues Thomas Memorial for medical negligence, sexual assault
CHARLESTON — A Boone County man is suing South Charleston medical facility, alleging medical negligence and sexual assault.
Logan Co. man alleges he was sexually assaulted during rehab treatment
CHARLESTON — A Logan County man is suing a South Charleston medical facility, alleging medical negligence and sexual assault.
AG's office alleges firewood supplier company allegedly sold defective product
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is suing a firewood supplier, alleging breach of implied warranty.
Two WVU students participate in Google law program
MORGANTOWN — Two West Virginia University College of Law second-year law students spent time this summer working with Google through its Legal Summer Institute.
Marketing specialist accuses state Department of Agriculture of discrimination
CHARLESTON — A marketing specialist is suing the state agriculture department, alleging discrimination and retaliation.
Florida couple alleges husband suffered lung disease due to asbestos exposure
CHARLESTON — A Florida couple is suing dozens of companies, alleging failure to warn of the dangers of exposure to asbestos.
Fayette Co. couple alleges negligence caused wife's fall at hair salon
FAYETTEVILLE — A Fayette County couple is suing a hair salon owner, alleging negligence led to the wife sustaining injuries.
WVU law school conducts Community Service Fair
MORGANTOWN — The West Virginia University College of Law recently held its Community Service Fair.
Watchdog group accuses Jefferson County Development Authority of no-bid contract
CHARLES TOWN — Jefferson County Vision (JCV) is suing the Jefferson County Development Authority (JCDA), alleging the authority failed to comply with state law.
Jenkins sworn in as justice, but legal challenge to his appointment might not be over
CHARLESTON – Evan Jenkins was sworn in as a state Supreme Court Justice, but a legal challenge to his appointment and his position on the Nov. 6 ballot might not be over.
Walker apologizes for 'mistakes' during testimony, says she still shouldn't be removed from bench
CHARLESTON – State Supreme Court Justice Beth Walker apologized to taxpayers and to lawmakers for “mistakes I made” that led to her being impeached and on trial for removal from the bench.
Assistant principal accuses Jackson Co. school board of age discrimination
RIPLEY — An assistant principal is suing the county school board, alleging age discrimination.
Employee accuses Gabe's of wrongful discharge
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing a retail clothing store, alleging age discrimination, unpaid wages and wrongful discharge.
Boone County boy alleges assault at youth home
WAYNE — A Boone County minor is suing a youth housing center, alleging professional malpractice and negligence.
Family member alleges medical facility's negligence caused death
PRINCETON — A family member is suing a medical facility, alleging negligence caused the death of a patient.