News from October 2018
State Senate should respect Supreme Court impeachment ruling
“If we do not stop the infighting, work together, and follow the rules ... we will destroy ourselves.”
Preserving election integrity means combatting election fraud
CHARLESTON – For years, many people have claimed that in-person voter fraud was non-existent in this state. I and many others were certain that fraud and voter intimidation still exists within our borders.
Conservator alleges medical center caused patient to suffer pressure sores
PRINCETON — A Mercer County man is suing a medical center, alleging negligence.
Surviving spouse alleges tax lien purchaser failed to notify owner of interest to acquire property
CHARLESTON — A surviving spouse is suing a tax lien purchaser, alleging failure to notify the plaintiff about the interest in her husband's property.
Arizona company alleges archery business owes nearly $16,000
PINEVILLE — An Arizona company is suing an archery business, alleging breach of contract.
Pet owner accuses humane society of violating his civil rights
CHARLESTON — An animal owner is suing a humane association, alleging violation of civil rights.
Justices to support Amendment 2, giving Legislature more oversight of court budget
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has voted to support the constitutional amendment that would give the state Legislature more oversight of the court system’s purse.
Democratic group sues Morrisey, AG's office for failing to fully respond to FOIA requests
CHARLESTON – A Democratic political group has filed a lawsuit claiming state Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office has failed to provide public records about its dealing with several drug companies.
Davis's impeachment trial continued
CHARLESTON – Former state Supreme Court Justice Robin Jean Davis’s impeachment trial has been continued.
Kanawha Co. woman claims Aldi's negligence caused injuries
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing Aldi, alleging negligence that led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Beckley couple alleges Outback restaurant's negligence caused injuries to husband
BECKLEY — A Beckley couple is suing owners of an Outback restaurant, alleging negligence caused serious injuries to the husband.
Inmate allegedly died due to negligent supervision by prison officials
HUNTINGTON — A personal representative is suing state correctional facility officials, alleging deprivation of constitutional rights, negligence and wrongful death.
Pennsylvania couple couple alleges U.S. negligence caused husband to suffer electric shock
CLARKSBURG — A Pennsylvania couple is suing United States government agencies, alleging breach of duty and negligence in the electrocution of the husband.
Wheeling steel company alleges customer owes $104,000
WHEELING — A Wheeling steel company is suing a customer, alleging fraud and conversion.
Following state Supreme Court ruling, Workman's impeachment trial doesn't begin
CHARLESTON – The impeachment trial of Chief Justice Margaret Workman didn’t begin as scheduled following a state Supreme Court ruling last week putting a stop to it.
Davis wants Workman ruling expanded to stop her impeachment trial, too
CHARLESTON – Former Justice Robin Jean Davis has asked the state Supreme Court to expand a ruling stopping Chief Justice Margaret Workman’s impeachment trial to her impending trial as well.
Jury says Loughry guilty on 11 federal counts
CHARLESTON — A federal jury returned a verdict on Friday, finding suspended West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry II guilty on 11 counts and not guilty on 10 counts. The jury couldn't reach a decision on one count.
WARNER LAW OFFICES PLLC: FDA Finds Second Possible Carcinogen in Valsartan Heart Medication
The US Food and Drug Administration has reported finding an additional "unexpected impurity" in three lots of Torrent Pharmaceuticals' recalled blood pressure medication Valsartan.
DITRAPANO BARRETT DIPIERO MCGINLEY & SIMMONS PLLC: 5 Mistakes to Avoid with Insurance Companies
When dealing with insurance companies, it’s important to remember that they’re not looking out for your rights or best interests.
DINSMORE & SHOHL LLP: Team of Experienced Neutrals Set to Lead Dinsmore’s New Dispute Resolution Entity
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is pleased to announce the launch of its ADR Center, a full-service dispute resolution practice serving parties’ needs throughout the Midwest.