News from August 2019
Kenova resident alleges Ohio contractor failed to complete work
WAYNE – A Kenova man is alleging an Ohio contractor did shoddy, unfinished work and stole items during a home finishing project.
Roofer files suit against CRC Industries, others over allegations chemical exposure led to cancer diagnosis
WHEELING – A Triadelphia man is suing 20 companies over alleged exposure to a chemical he claims caused him to develop a rare form of cancer.
BAILEY GLASSER LLP: An Appropriate Name: The Story Behind The Arthur H. Bryant Public Justice Award
The Arthur H. Bryant Public Justice Award bestowed by the Oregon Trial Lawyers Association (OTLA) emerged from a nearly unimaginable, life-changing story behind its namesake.
NELSON MULLINS: Healthcare Attorney Lauren Burns Joins Nelson Mullins in Charleston
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP announced today that Lauren Michele Burns has joined the firm in its Charleston office, where she will practice with the Healthcare Team.
DIPIERO SIMMONS MCGINLEY & BASTRESS PLLC: Announcing the Winner of Our Fall 2019 Scholarship
At DiPiero Simmons McGinley & Bastress, PLLC, we pride ourselves on doing what we can to boost our local and nationwide communities.
BAILEY GLASSER LLP: Bailey & Glasser, Co-Lead Counsel In Columbia Gas Catastrophe, Announces $143 Million Settlement
After more than six months of intensive mediation and negotiation, lawyers from Bailey & Glasser LLP reached an Agreement in Principle with Columbia Gas on behalf of residents and businesses of Lawrence, Andover and North Andover, Massachusetts affected by the September 13, 2018 Merrimack Valley gas explosions.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Urges Supreme Court to Reconsider Shutdown of Job-Producing Pipeline
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a 16-state alliance urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review, and ultimately overturn, a ruling that halted construction of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, a decision that could unnecessarily block pipeline construction and impede economic growth nationwide.
From gavels to stethoscopes: Huntington attorney enters medical school
HUNTINGTON – At a recent ceremony, the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine welcomes its newest class of students during its annual White Coat Ceremony. The students among the Class of 2023 come from a variety of backgrounds, including a national champion baton twirler, a former coal miner and a few former college athletes. This class also includes Huntington attorney Erin Shaver.
Woman sues companies after husband, exposed to asbestos, dies of lung cancer
CHARLESTON – The wife of a man who died of lung cancer is suing a large group of companies at which he might have been exposed to asbestos.
Landlord alleges Bojangles' operator owes nearly $40,000 in rent
CHARLESTON – A landlord of a Charleston property alleges that the operator of a restaurant has failed to pay for several months.
Hospital alleges R&V Associates attempted to coordinate matters for its benefit to defend whistleblower suit
WHEELING – Weirton Medical Center is suing R&V Associates over allegations it breached its contract with the hospital for its benefit.
Woman files suit over alleged injuries from horse trampling
NEW CUMBERLAND – A Kentucky woman is suing her employers over allegations she was not provided a safe working environment when she was injured by a horse.
Black man files discrimination suit against IHOP
CHARLESTON – An African-American Kanawha County man is suing his former employer over allegations he was treated differently than his white counterparts.
Patient alleges negligence of Thomas Memorial Hospital caused pressure ulcers
CHARLESTON – A Ceredo man is suing Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association over allegations the hospital failed to prevent the development of pressure ulcers.
Couple seeks refund of Chevrolet Camaro they allege has defects
CHARLESTON – A Boone County couple is suing General Motors over allegations the vehicle they purchased had warranty nonconformities and that they may be life threatening.
Rental companies allege Marlinton is trying to force them out of business with code enforcement
MARLINTON – Mast Rentals and Acorn Rentals filed a suit against town of Marlinton in Pocahontas Circuit Court over allegations the town is discriminating against them with its enforcement of code to drive them out of business.
Cabell County woman files suits against debt collectors over collection calls
HUNTINGTON – A Cabell County woman has filed two lawsuits against two debt collectors alleging violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Morrisey, other AGs ask U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider pipeline ruling
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a 16-state group urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a ruling that halted construction of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. Morrisey says that decision could unnecessarily block pipeline construction and impede economic growth nationwide.
Employee sues construction company for work injuries
CHARLESTON — An employee is suing Carl Walker Construction and others after he was injured on the job.
Kentucky woman sues insurance company for denial of coverage
WAYNE — A Kentucky woman is suing Kentucky Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company for a car accident that caused her injuries.