News from August 2019
Former teacher, aides accused of abuse in Berkeley County arrested
MARTINSBURG — A former Berkeley County special education teacher and two former aides have been arrested after being charged with misdemeanor failure to report abuse and neglect.
Potential federal class action says Juul markets its e-cigarettes to children
CHARLESTON — A federal lawsuit alleges the makers of Juul electronic cigarettes intentionally have marketed their products to children.
Former employee accuses WVU, Potomac State College of retaliation
MORGANTOWN — A woman is suing West Virginia University Board of Governors on behalf of WVU and Potomac State College, accusing them of retaliating against her for whistleblowing.
Loved Ones In Home Care allege Charleston attorney has targeted it with frivolous and harassing lawsuits
CHARLESTON — A West Virginia home care company and its owner claim a Charleston attorney has filed several frivolous lawsuits against their company and threatened to ruin their reputation as part of an effort to extort money.
Kanawha County woman claims HealthSmart fired her because of age
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman alleges she was terminated from her job of more than 30 years because of her age.
Woman sues Wesbanco, accusing it of refusing to follow mother's will and terminate trust
WHEELING — An Ohio County woman is suing Wesbanco Trust and Investment Services, saying the company failed to terminate a trust upon the death of her mother.
DXC Technology asks to remove former employee's suit alleging gender, race discrimination to federal court
CHARLESTON — DXC, a health information management company, has filed a notice of removal in federal court in a case involving a former employee claiming she was fired due to her gender, race and age.
Couple alleges they were injured when A Plus Rent to Own vehicle backed into their car
WILLIAMSON – A Matewan couple alleges they were injured when a driver stopped in the road and backed into their vehicle.
Man sues RJS & Sons after driver who caused Route 80 accident cited for possession, no proof of insurance
WILLIAMSON — A man who was injured in a Mingo County accident is suing RJS & Sons after the company's driver was cited for possession and for having no proof of insurance at the time of the accident.
Morrisey responds to lawsuit against EPA for new clean energy rule
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey responded to a lawsuit filed against the Trump Administration's Affordable Clean Energy rule.
Huntington car wash owner claims city's failure to fix sewer lines caused damage to property
HUNTINGTON – A Huntington car wash owner is suing the city and its sanitary board over their alleged failure to fix and maintain sewer lines near the business, which resulted in damage to the property.
LTAH Real Estate Holdings seeks $9.5 million from physicians who allegedly defaulted on loan
ELKINS — A group of West Virginia and Ohio physicians and owners of an Ohio real estate holdings company that declared bankruptcy are being sued by their lender in a dispute of a $9.5 million loan and its application to West Virginia consumer credit laws.
Woman sues Moundsville for injuries stemming from fall on city street
MOUNDSVILLE — A woman is suing the City of Moundsville and an unknown, unnamed individual for alleged negligence after she was injured.
Former Arcelormittal-Weirton employee seeks damages following injury on the worksite
NEW CUMBERLAND — A Follansbee man is suing Arcelormittal-Weirton LLC and Arcelormittal USA LLC for alleged work-related injuries.
Couple claims Lexington Insurance Co. failed to pay full amount for flood damages
MOUNDSVILLE — A McMechen couple is suing Lexington Insurance Co. for alleged breach of contract.
Real estate company sues The Paint Store for alleged breach of lease terms
WINFIELD — Thor Real Estate is suing The Paint Store for allegedly breaching a lease agreement.
Consumers allege insurance plan was misrepresented to them by Ace Health Associates
CHARLESTON – A Boone County couple alleges the coverage of a health insurance policy was misrepresented to them when they purchased it.
Nautilus Insurance accuses GC&P Development of misrepresentation
ELKINS — Nautilus Insurance Company is suing GC&P Development, accusing the company of misrepresentation.
When judges ignore the law
Plaintiffs attorneys governments across the country in a proposed opioid class action suit are trying to persuade U.S. District Judge Dan Polster to create a “negotiation class” that would empower them to act on behalf of every city and country government in the country and decide amongst themselves how settlement funds are distributed.
Back to school means even more this year
Carmichael says education reform brings needed changes