News from October 2018
North Carolina corporation alleges St. Albans home inspection business owes $13,000
CHARLESTON — A North Carolina corporation is suing a St. Albans home inspection business, alleging breach of contract in failing to pay more than $13,000.
Mother, son accuse deputy sheriff of negligence in vehicle crash
PRINCETON — A mother and son are suing the Mercer County Commission and a deputy sheriff, alleging their negligence caused a vehicle crash that injured the plaintiffs.
House board denies claims in Workman's impeachment motions, says lawmakers are acting properly
CHARLESTON – A House of Delegates board of managers handling the impeachment trials against four state Supreme Court justices has filed responses to Chief Justice Margaret Workman’s effort to have her case dismissed, saying the process is different than a typical judicial case.
Fayette Co. woman alleges Wal-Mart negligence caused head injuries
FAYETTEVILLE — A Fayette customer is suing Wal-Mart, alleging negligence caused injuries to the plaintiff.
Customer alleges GMC Yukon has numerous mechanical issues
CHARLESTON — A Charleston GMC Yukon owner is suing a St. Albans car dealer, alleging unlawful sales practices and negligent misrepresentations.
Opioid lawsuits should proceed, magistrate tells MDL judge
A magistrate judge recommended that a bellwether trial against the opioid industry proceed, rejecting nearly all the arguments presented by manufacturers, distributors and retailers in their motions to dismiss hundreds of lawsuits accusing them of causing a national crisis.
Manchin’s vote: for Kavanaugh or for himself?
Thanks, in part, to Sen. Joe Manchin, Brett Kavanaugh is now a U.S. Supreme Court justice. Forty-nine other senators voted to confirm, but Manchin was the only Democrat. Still, if Manchin had voted no, Vice President Mike Pence could have broken the tie.
County clerks are the chief elections officials for their counties
Our county clerks lead the front-line efforts to provide secure and fair elections. Beyond the substantial duties and tasks undertaken by clerks during an election cycle, they are responsible throughout the year for voter registration, local campaign finance law compliance and maintaining an accurate and updated list of registered voters in their counties.
Manchin faces criticism for decision to confirm Kavanaugh to U.S. Supreme Court
When news of Sen. Joe Manchin's plan to vote for Kavanaugh came out, there were mixed reactions. But most people seemed to be unhappy with Manchin's decision.
Legal guardian alleges Kanawha school board negligence led to child's injuries
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County man is suing the local board of education and employees, alleging negligence and vicarious liability caused injuries to a minor on a school bus.
Fayette County sheriff's office accused of assaulting suspect
FAYETTEVILLE — A Fayette County man is suing the county sheriff's department and officers, alleging assault and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Pipe worker alleges electric utility company's negligence caused electrical shock
CHARLESTON — A pipe worker is suing electric utility companies, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff suffering electrical shock.
Former patient accuses health care data provider of breach of confidentiality
CHARLESTON — A Logan County woman is suing a Charleston health care data provider, alleging invasion of privacy and negligence.
Wireline services provider alleges electric companies owe nearly $450,000
CHARLESTON — A Texas wireline services provider is suing two Charleston clients, alleging breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
FARMER CLINE & CAMPBELL PLLC: Study identifies factors linked to post-TBI mortality
People in West Virginia who have suffered a traumatic brain injury and who are less mobile or who have less community participation may have higher mortality rates than those who are more mobile and social.
DITRAPANO BARRETT DIPIERO MCGINLEY & SIMMONS PLLC: What is the Difference Between Workplace Discrimination and Harassment?
West Virginia employees are protected from mistreatment under state and federal employment laws.
WARNER LAW OFFICES PLLC: Alleged Surgical Errors involving Eye Spark $2.25 million lawsuit
A woman in another state recently claimed that a botched surgery caused her to lose her eyesight.
Motorist alleges tractor-trailer operators' negligence caused crash
PINEVILLE — A Wyoming County motorist tractor-trailer operators, alleging their negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Truck driver alleges freight company's negligence led to fall from vehicle
MARLINTON — A Randolph County truck driver suing a freight company, alleging deliberate intent and negligence led to injuries to the plaintiff.
Morrisey calls Manchin's decision to vote for Kavanaugh 'craven political calculation'
CHARLESTON – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin says he’ll vote to put federal Judge Brett Kavanaugh on the U.S. Supreme Court, and his election opponent says the senator simply caved to pressure from a majority of West Virginians.