News from 2018
Appalachian Railcar alleges Republic Steel owes $30,000
WINFIELD — A West Virginia railcar company is suing Republic Steel, alleging breach of contract.
Beckley couple accuses general contractors of negligence
BECKLEY — A Beckley couple is suing general contractors, alleging breach of warranty and negligence.
Woman says relationship with boss at Amazon resulted in hostile work environment, firing
HUNTINGTON – A Kentucky woman claims a sexual relationship with a former supervisor at the Amazon call center in Huntington led to a hostile work environment and her eventual firing.
Senior sales employee accuses biopharmaceutical company of wrongful termination
CHARLESTON — A senior employee is suing a biopharmaceutical company, alleging retaliation and wrongful termination.
Warehouse worker accuses Big Sandy Furniture of discrimination
CHARLESTON — A former employee is suing a furniture corporation and supervisor, alleging disability discrimination, retaliation and wrongful termination.
Ambulance passenger accuses fire department of negligence in crash
WINFIELD — An ambulance passenger is suing the local fire department, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Female inmate accuses correction facility operators of sexual harassment
CHARLESTON — A female inmate is suing state correction facility operators, alleging abuse and assault.
Charleston auto repair shop accuses parts supplier of wrongful charges
CHARLESTON — A Charleston auto repair shop is suing Advance Auto Parts, alleging wrongful charges.
Freightliner tractor passenger accuses operators of negligence
RIPLEY — An Ohio woman is suing Freightliner tractor operators, alleging negligence caused a rollover that injured the plaintiff.
Supreme Court won't hear petition regarding governor's residency; Delegate might file again
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has refused to hear a petition regarding whether Gov. Jim Justice follows rules about where he lives.
East Bank couple accuses dairy company of unsafe work environment
CHARLESTON — An East Bank couple is suing a dairy company, alleging an unsafe work environment that led to the husband suffering injuries.
Daughter alleges nursing home operators' negligence led to mother's death
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing Charleston nursing home facility operators, alleging negligence led to her mother's death.
Kanawha County motorist alleges trailer truck caused crash
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County motorist is suing a truck owner and driver, alleging negligence caused a crash that injured the plaintiff.
Wheeling company alleges convenience store owes $14,000
WHEELING — A Wheeling company is suing a convenience store, alleging breach of contract.
Justice appoints Olejasz to 1st Circuit post
WHEELING – Gov. Jim Justice has appointed Michael J. Olejasz to the 1st Judicial Circuit Court to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge James P. Mazzone.
Supreme Court reverses Wood Circuit Court decision
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued a memorandum decision agreeing that Amedisys West Virginia failed to establish that its former employee acted in bad faith.
Conductor accuses railway company of unsafe work environment
PINEVILLE — A conductor is suing a railway operator, alleging an unsafe work environment led to injuries.
WVU, Marshall partner to launch Center for Consumer Law & Education
MORGANTOWN — The Center for Consumer Law & Education will host its launch event Wednesday at the West Virginia University College of Law.
Tax cuts will save West Virginians money on electricity bills
CHARLESTON — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Global Energy Institute recently released an analysis that shows West Virginians will save an average of $168 on their electricity bills in the next five years.
Lifeline Addiction Specialists, former partner sue each other over contract
BECKLEY — Two lawsuits have been filed where the plaintiffs and defendants are suing each other in Raleigh Circut Court.