News from 2018
Armstead, Jenkins win Supreme Court seats
CHARLESTON — Tim Armstead and Evan Jenkins secured their seats on the West Virginia Supreme Court tonight to continue the two- and six-year terms they were appointed to by Gov. Jim Justice earlier this year.
Manchin holds off Morrisey for U.S. Senate; Jenkins, Armstead hold Supreme Court seats
Manchin holds off Morrisey for Senate; Jenkins wins one Supreme Court seat
Attorney claims state AG's office 'blatantly ignoring' court order to turn over FOIA info
CHARLESTON – An attorney representing a Democratic group says West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office is “blatantly ignoring” a court order to turn over information regarding his communications with major drug companies.
Loughry files a second motion seeking an acquittal or a new federal trial
CHARLESTON – Convicted and suspended state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry has filed a second motion seeking a new federal trial.
Siblings blame Charleston funeral service for emotional distress from dropped casket
LOGAN — Siblings are suing a Charleston funeral service provider, alleging breach of contract and intentional infliction of emotional distress when they say a woman's corpse and casket were damaged during a funeral ceremony.
Fayette County property owners allege railroads failed to maintain crossing
FAYETTEVILLE — Two Fayette County property owners are suing two railroad companies, alleging breach of an agreement.
Oil, gas well operators accused of unpaid royalty interest
MOUNDSVILLE — Royalty interest owners are suing Chevron and other oil and gas well operators, alleging breach of a lease agreement.
Justice delayed could be justice avoided
Though they might ordinarily affirm the maxim that justice delayed is justice denied, our three convicted, suspended, and/or retired state Supreme Court justices seem none too eager to have justice applied to them. Perhaps they’re in no hurry and don’t mind waiting.
State attorneys general impact our everyday lives; Their elections matter
State attorneys general always have played a significant role on issues of national importance, as they hold a unique and powerful position in our federalist system of government. They exercise an independent authority separate and distinct from other organs of state government, including the governor.
Operating room nurse accuses hospital group of unsafe work environment
PRINCETON — An operating room specialty nurse is suing a Mercer County hospital group, alleging an unsafe work environment.
Licensed practical nurse accuses hospice of retaliatory discharge
PHILIPPI — A licensed practical nurse is suing a Barbour County hospice, alleging disability discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Supplier alleges St. Albans hotel operator owes $22,000
CHARLESTON — A supplier is suing a St. Albans hotel operator, alleging unpaid goods.
Woman sues prophet, Manasseh Jordan Ministries for TCPA violations
WHEELING — An Ohio County woman is suing Manasseh Jordan Ministries after she claims it violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Fairmont man sues CNN for violation of privacy
CLARKSBURG — A Fairmont man is suing CNN after he claims the news network slandered him and violated his privacy.
Two lawsuits filed against Gastar for oil, gas royalties
MOUNDSVILLE — Two lawsuits have been filed against Gastar Exploration USA for oil and gas royalties.
Six lawsuits filed against EQT Production for oil, gas royalties
MOUNDSVILLE — Six lawsuits have been filed against EQT Production Company after the plaintiffs claim the company failed to pay oil and gas royalties.
Frank has three-part plan to instill confidence in Supreme Court if elected
CHARLESTON — Supreme Court candidate Robert J. Frank said he has a three-part plan he wants to enact if he is elected to the court.
Fayette Co. couple alleges CAMC's negligence led to stillbirth
CHARLESTON — A Fayette County husband and wife are suing a Charleston medical facility, alleging negligence.
Account executive accuses insurance company of wrongful termination
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County man is suing an insurance agency, alleging age discrimination, breach of employment contract, and wrongful termination.
Crane rental company alleges customer owes $44,000
WEST UNION — A crane rental company is suing a business customer, alleging it owes more than $44,000 breach of contract.