News from December 2019
Patient alleges doctor failed to tell him to stop taking Plavix before procedure
MOUNDSVILLE – Another lawsuit was filed against Dr. Roland Chalifoux by a patient who alleges he was injured due to a procedure.
Former Reilley Arms Hotel employee alleges she was attacked when she went to collect paycheck
MOUNDSVILLE – A lawsuit has been filed against Reilley Arms Hotel by a former housekeeper over allegations of assault.
Charleston law firm makes $200,000 donation to WVU Law School
CHARLESTON – A Charleston law firm has donated $200,000 to West Virginia University College of Law to put toward the college's Moot Court Board.
Supreme Court says interest was miscalculated in DOH case
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has ruled interest was miscalculated in a case involving the West Virginia Department of Transportation-Division of Highways and condemnation blight.
Paving company alleges Mingo County Airport Authority breached a more than $3 million contract
WILLIAMSON – A Mingo County paving and aggregate company alleges the Mingo Airport Authority breached a more than $3 million contract for a 2009 taxiway and improvement project.
Putnam Center nursing facility faces suit from estate of resident who died as a result of a fall
WINFIELD – The daughter of a man who died as a result of a fall while a resident at Hurricane nursing facility has filed a suit on behalf of her father's estate.
Public defender appeals ruling after Kanawha judge holds her in contempt
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha public defender appealed a ruling by a Kanawha circuit judge to the West Virginia Supreme Court arguing that she did not intentionally mislead the court.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION: Big Lots Stores to Pay $100,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit
National retailer Big Lots Stores, Inc., will pay $100,000 and furnish significant equitable relief to settle a disability discrimination and retaliation lawsuit brought by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency announced.
JIC dismisses complaint regarding Workman's lease to state agency
CHARLESTON – A Judicial Investigation Commission complaint against state Supreme Court Justice Margaret Workman filed by the former Supreme Court administrator has been dismissed.
Kanawha magistrate announces retirement
CHARLESTON – Kanawha Magistrate Judge Tim Halloran announced he would be retiring at the end of the year in a letter to the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals.
AG, SSAC partnership on opioid abuse prevention program surpasses 200 prep football games
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and his office’s partnership with the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission recently reached new heights in its mission to reduce opioid drug abuse by raising awareness among student athletes, fans and school officials.
CVS pharmacist unable to give immunizations claims she was fired in retaliation
HUNTINGTON – A former CVS pharmacist who could not give immunizations due to medical reasons alleges she was fired for her disability.
Synergy Sand mechanic claims he was fired for reporting unsafe company vehicles
FAYETTEVILLE – Synergy Sand is facing a lawsuit filed by a former mechanic claiming over allegations he was fired in retaliation for reporting that some of the company's vehicles were unsafe to operate.
Williamson Memorial, Mingo Health Partners allegedly failed to pay for IT, purchase agreements
CHARLESTON – Williamson Memorial Hospital and Mingo Health Partners are facing a lawsuit over allegations they breached two agreements for medical supplies and IT services and owe more than $800,000.
Beckley heating, AC, electric company faces suit by supply company over allegedly unpaid bill
BECKLEY – A Beckley heating/AC and electric company is facing a lawsuit filed by an Ohio supply company over allegations it failed to pay for nearly $40,000 worth of merchandise.