News from 2018
Time running out for lawyers suing opioid industry to show specific proof
The judge overseeing multidistrict litigation against the opioid industry has given plaintiffs a stark choice on a tight deadline: Hand over evidence of specific prescriptions they believe were improper or lose the right to present such evidence forever.
Loughry asks state Supreme Court to block his impending impeachment trial as well
CHARLESTON – Convicted and suspended state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry wants his impending impeachment trial in the state Senate to be stopped.
AG's office joins coalition in fight over anti-discriminatory contracts
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey recently joined a nine-state coalition in urging a federal appeals court to protect the right of individual states to ensure companies that receive a government contract do not discriminate.
Walker thankful following acquittal, eager to get back to work of being a justice
CHARLESTON – Following her acquittal, state Supreme Court Justice Beth Walker is thankful and excited to be back on the bench.
Charleston couple alleges hospital operator's negligence caused husband injuries
CHARLESTON — A Charleston couple is suing a local medical center, alleging negligence caused harm to the husband.
Daughter alleges nursing home's negligence caused mother's death
CHARLESTON — A Dunbar woman is suing a Kanawha County nursing home facility, alleging negligence and wrongful death.
Barbour County couple alleges medical care providers caused eye injury to husband
GRAFTON — A Barbour County couple is suing Taylor County medical care providers, alleging negligence caused eye injuries to the husband.
Federal lawsuit says hemp farm violated Controlled Substances Act
HUNTINGTON — U.S. Attorney Mike Stuart has filed a lawsuit against a hemp farm in West Virginia, alleging it violated the federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
West Virginia Women Attorneys to host state Supreme Court candidate forum Oct. 25
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Women Attorneys (WVWA) is playing host to a candidate forum for the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals candidates Oct. 25.
Jackson Kelly attorney chairs annual DRI meeting
CHARLESTON — Jackson Kelly attorney Danielle Waltz is attending the DRI 2018 annual meeting in San Francisco, an event she helped plan.
AG's office sues Putnam County flooring contractor
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey filed a lawsuit against Xpert Tile & Hardwood Installation, seeking fines and restitution.
Justice's company ordered to pay nearly $500,000 on settlement agreement
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha Circuit judge has ordered Gov. Jim Justice’s family to start making payments on a settlement.
Wyoming County landowners accuse mining operators of property damage
PINEVILLE — A Wyoming County couple and their daughter are suing U.S. Steel and mining operators, alleging trespassing, negligence and private nuisance.
Va. man sues Bluefield strip club after he was stabbed during visit
PRINCETON – A Virginia man is suing a Mercer County strip club after he says he was nearly killed during a fight at the establishment.
Salesman accuses industrial products supplier of tortious interference
WINFIELD — A longtime employee is suing a Putnam County industrial products supplier, alleging tortious interference.
Trucking business alleges tractor trailer operator owes $47,000 for negligence
WINFIELD — A trucking business owner is suing Kansas tractor trailer operators, alleging their negligence caused a crash.
Former employee accuses mining operators of retaliation
LOGAN — A Kanawha County man is suing coal mining operators, alleging disability discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Consumer accuses law firm of abusive debt collection practices
FAYETTEVILLE — A Fayette County woman has filed a class action lawsuit against a law firm, alleging attempting to collect a debt by threats.
Justice files response regarding residency suit
CHARLESTON — Gov. Jim Justice filed a response to a petition for writ of mandamus filed against him claiming he isn’t following the Constitution because he doesn’t live in the seat of government.
Customer alleges Kroger's negligence caused injuries
WINFIELD — A Scott Depot woman is suing Kroger, alleging negligence led to injuries to the plaintiff.