News from February 2019
Trial lawyer: Design flaw makes e-cigarettes dangerous
Though e-cigarettes are being marketed as a safer alternative to tobacco smoking, design flaws in the products can cause severe injuries or even kill their users, an attorney representing several plaintiffs in personal-injury cases said.
Court letter from D.C. consultant says Loughry lacks humility, should accept responsibility
CHARLESTON – A Washington, D.C., political consultant says former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry lacks humility and that he should have accepted responsibility for his actions.
Mother who recorded Berkeley special education teacher and aides sues county board
MARTINSBURG — The mother of a child with autism who claims school teachers in Berkeley County tormented her child filed a complaint against the county department of education and teachers involved.
Daughter alleges nursing home negligence led to her mother's death
A daughter is suing a nursing care facility citing alleged statutory violations, negligence, ordinary negligence, reckless misconduct and wrongful death.
Landlord sues Italian Grille & Deli, owner for not paying lease
A Delaware corporation is suing its tenants, citing alleged breach of contract, breach of lease agreement and unjust enrichment.
Raleigh County woman claims collection agency violated laws
A Raleigh County resident is suing a debt collector, citing alleged common law invasion of privacy and violations of the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act, the West Virginia Computer Crime and Abuse Act and the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Couple claims insurance carrier breached contract
A couple is suing an insurance carrier, citing alleged breach of contract.
Kanawha County man sues driver, insurer after car collision
A man is suing an individual and an insurer citing alleged common law negligence and violation of statute.
Motorist sues vehicle owner and driver, alleging negligence
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing a landscaping service, alleging negligence and negligent entrustment in the case of a motor vehicle accident in Charleston.
Kanawha Circuit judge voids most of 2016 right-to-work legislation
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha Circuit judge has ruled major parts of the state’s 2016 right-to-work law are illegal.
Senate passes bill that would move Medicaid Fraud Control Unit to AG's office
CHARLESTON — The state Senate has passed a bill that would move the state's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit to be housed in the state Attorney General's office. On a 26-8 vote, the Senate voted Feb. 27 to pass Senate Bill 318. The bill now will go to the House of Delegates, where a similar bill already was introduced.
Man alleges correctional facility's denial of medical care resulted in loss of vision
A former inmate is suing a state agency, a county agency, a health care provider and individuals, claiming they allegedly deliberately denied medical care for his loss of vision.
Wayne Co. man sues after falling at Huntington Kroger
A customer is suing a store and its manager, citing alleged negligence.
Man says Ohio Co. repair shop took his money but did not fix truck
A vehicle owner is suing an auto repair shop, citing alleged breach of contract, fraud and unjust enrichment.
Contractors allege contract breach, seek more than $700,000
POINT PLEASANT — A group of contractors is suing a Mason County property owner, citing alleged breach of contract, fraud and unjust enrichment.
Putnam sheriff sues pharmacy alleging failure to pay property taxes
A sheriff's department is suing a pharmacy, citing alleged breach of contract.
Firefighter claims ex-wife's interest in his pension was wrongly filed
A Mercer County resident is suing his ex-wife and a city government seeking action pursuant to W. Va. Code 55-13-1, for the court to declare his rights and those of his former wife pertaining to his pension.
Tenant sues landlord it says rented out already-leased property
A tenant is suing a landlord and another tenant, citing that its lease renewal is valid and still in effect.
Texas company says another company is claiming its mineral tracts
A Texas company is suing a West Virginia corporation, citing alleged breach of contract.
Family sues after vehicle accident
A couple and their daughter are suing an employee and employer, citing alleged negligence and negligent entrustment.