News from October 2018
Glascow Health Rehabilitation Center blamed by daughter for her father's death
CHARLESTON — The daughter of a nursing home resident has filed a wrongful death claim against Glascow Operating Co., doing business as Glascow Health Rehabilitation Center, and several Savaseniorcare companies.
Columbia Gas Transmission sued by real state owners for alleged breach of contract
MOUNDSVILLE — Property owners are suing Columbia Gas Transmission, a natural gas pipeline company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Lawsuit filed after chlorine ruptures rail car, sends dangerous plume into the air
MOUNDSVILLE — Companies that service and repair rail cars are being sued after 178,000 pounds of liquid chlorine ruptured a rail car and sent a dangerous chemical plume into the air.
Supreme Court issues opinion in Blankenship's denial
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued its opinion on its order denying Don Blankenship's writ of mandamus to appear on the November ballot as the Constitution Party's nominee.
Couple sues pickup truck driver, employer for negligence
RIPLEY — A couple is suing a pickup truck driver and his employer for alleged negligence after a car wreck left them with serious injuries.
Lumber company sued for allegedly failing to keep worksite safe for employees
WEBSTER SPRING — A couple is suing a lumber company for alleged negligence and loss of consortium.
Preston County Sheriff's Department sued for negligent mishandling of remains
KINGWOOD — The Preston County Commission and sheriff's department are being sued for allegedly mishandling the remains of the plaintiff's father.
State Supreme Court puts stop to Workman's impeachment trial; Senate plans to appeal
State Supreme Court puts stop to Workman's impeachment trial; Senate plans to appeal @wvcourts @wvsenate @wvhouse
Putnam County News owner sues Church of the Nazarene for damages
SUMMERSVILLE — A lawsuit has been filed against both the north and south districts of the Church of the Nazarene, as well as the Nazarene Camp in Summersville alleging the respondents defamed him and caused him distress.
AG's office reminds consumers to give wisely to Hurricane Michael relief
AG's office reminds consumers to give wisely to Hurricane Michael relief @WestVirginiaAG
JVAC to conduct interviews for Fayette Co., Northern Panhandle circuit openings later this month
CHARLESTON – The state Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission will conduct interviews for circuit court vacancies in the Northern Panhandle and Fayette County later this month.
Wyoming County customer accuses utility companies of cutting power
PINEVILLE — A Wyoming County woman is suing utility companies, alleging breach of contract.
Contractors blamed for deaths of two family members
NEW MARTINSVILLE — The administrator of the estate of her husband and daughter is suing contractors, alleging negligence/recklessness/wrongful death, vicarious liability, and negligent and reckless retention.
Bank alleges motorcycle dealership owes nearly $143,000
CHARLESTON — A Walton bank is suing a Pratt motorcycle dealership, alleging it owes nearly $143,000 for breach of contract.
Barbour County jury finds Alderson Broaddus 30 percent liable in nude picture case
PHILIPPI — A Barbour County jury found that Alderson Broaddus University was 30 percent liable in its supervision and retention of former coach Collins Murphy, who secretly photographed female student-athletes in the dorm in which he was the residence director.
Loughry case goes to jury after closing arguments
CHARLESTON — With closing arguments completed in suspended West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry II's criminal case, the jury is now tasked with deciding his fate.
Customer alleges McDonalds' negligence led to burns from hot coffee
WHEELING — An Ohio County customer is suing a Wheeling restaurant operator, alleging negligence led to the plaintiff suffering burns from hot coffee.
Patron alleges Beaver bar owners' negligence led to assault
BECKLEY — A patron is suing Beaver bar owners and a co-patron, alleging negligence led to an assault on the plaintiff.
Fayette County customer alleges Kroger's negligence caused injuries
FAYETTEVILLE — A Fayette County woman is suing Kroger, alleging negligence led to injuries to the plaintiff.
Charleston customer alleges Ford dealership breached warranties
CHARLESTON — A Charleston man is suing Ford, alleging breach of warranties in selling a defective vehicle.