News from April 2019
Judge gets judged and goes to jail
As of Monday morning, South Central Regional Jail has a distinguished new inmate: former Kanawha County Magistrate Julie Yeager.
Further deconstructing #TheStruggleToStay in West Virginia
Beyond the shouts of the mob through social media, we need to take the time to lift up those who are working to make our state a better place. We do not have to agree with other, but it would help if we would try to find ways to work together when we can.
Hospitals sue opioid manufacturers, distributors to recoup costs of opioid epidemic
MOUNDSVILLE — Thirty-seven hospitals in West Virginia and Kentucky are suing opioid manufacturers and distributors they claim caused the crisis in the area.
NELSON MULLINS: Chambers USA 2019 Recognizes Nelson Mullins Attorneys and Practices
Legal directory publisher Chambers and Partners has recognized Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP and its attorneys in the 2019 edition of its Chambers USA Guide.
Funeral home allegedly gave another man's ashes to grieving daughter
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing a funeral home, alleging that she was given another individuals' ashes in place of her father's.
Rite Aid accused of filing wrong prescription, which allegedly led to patient's death
CHARLESTON — A woman was allegedly caused to die due to an incorrectly filled prescription.
Law firm claims Jaguar Land Rover sold it a defective vehicle
CHARLESTON — A law firm is suing Jaguar Land Rover, alleging it was sold a defective vehicle.
Debrich driver is accused of negligence in fatal accident
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing a company driver, alleging his negligence caused a fatal collision.
Marshall University physician allegedly cut patient's artery during surgery, leading to permanent injuries
POINT PLEASANT—A man is suing his doctor alleging that medical negligence caused him lasting physical injuries.
Woman files slip-and-fall lawsuit against Kroger
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Kroger, alleging she fell because of a dangerous condition in the store.
Property owners claims Columbia Gas Transmission violated terms of their agreement
MOUNDSVILLE — A couple is suing a pipeline company, alleging it violated their agreement.
FLAHERTY SENSABAUGH BONASSO PLLC: Flaherty Welcomes New Associate.
Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso PLLC issued the following announcement on April 25.Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso is pleased to announce that associate Jeffrey A.
FLAHERTY SENSABAUGH BONASSO PLLC: Chambers USA Recognizes Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso as “Top Ranked”
The 2019 edition of Chambers USA recognizes Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso as “Top Ranked” for General Commercial Litigation.
Reptile expo is accused of spreading salmonella from a turtle to a child
CHARLESTON — A mother and her minor child are suing a reptile expo, alleging the daughter was caused to contract salmonella from a pet turtle.
Mother alleges child found a needle in the play area of South Charleston McDonald's
CHARLESTON – A Dunbar mother has filed a suit against the operator of a South Charleston McDonald's after her minor child allegedly found a used needled in the children's play area.
Shop-A-Minit Markets alleges 7-11 breached lease when it had tanks removed at property
CHARLESTON – The owner of a store in Nitro alleges 7-11 failed to keep the property in a good condition and is seeking damages.
Putnam Center employee alleges discrimination because of her race
CHARLESTON – A Putnam County woman is suing her employers over allegations that she is unfairly discriminated against due to her race.
Bilmar Limited Partnership alleges 7-11 abandoned St. Albans property without notice
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County partnership alleges its convenience store property was abandoned without notice and damaged.
Putnam Center nurse assistant files racial discrimination suit against Genesis Healthcare
CHARLESTON – A Putnam County woman alleges she is being subjected to a hostile work environment because of her race.
Toll booth worker seeks damages from Penske, UPS and driver over collision
CHARLESTON – A toll booth worker has filed a suit against a tractor-trailer driver who collided with his booth last fall and trapped him inside.