News from February 2019
A month after commission interviews, three circuit judge spots remain vacant
CHARLESTON – Three circuit judge openings remain vacant, and the governor's deadline to fill one of them has passed.
Webb Law announces Valentine's Divorce winner
CHARLESTON — The Webb Law Centre announced the winner of its annual free Valentine's Day divorce.
AG's office warns residents to be cautious with contractors doing wind damage repair
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is urging anyone faced with wind damage to be cautious when hiring a contractor to make repairs. The advice comes following a weekend weather system that brought strong winds and heavy rain to residents across West Virginia.
No need to oppose legislation that saves money
If we can save money by passing Senate Bill 318 (to move the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit to be under control of the state Attorney General's office) and at the same time protect benefits going to legitimate claimants, let’s do it.
Loughry to appeal federal conviction
CHARLESTON – Former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry plans to appeal his federal conviction and sentence. Loughry's attorney John Carr filed a one-sentence Notice of Appeal filed Feb. 26 in federal court.
Loughry's family maintains his innocence in letter published by hometown newspaper
PARSONS – The family of former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry maintains he is innocent of the federal charges and state disciplinary findings against him.
Customer alleges repair shop stole parts from his '51 Chevy
MORGANTOWN — A vehicle owner is suing a pair of auto repair shops that he has accused of breach of duty and theft.
Contractor seeks $38,000 for completed roof replacement
BECKLEY — A building contractor is suing a property owner, alleging that the defendant failed to pay for the installation of a new roof.
State real estate commission names broker in $4,000 lawsuit
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Real Estate Commission is suing a licensed broker from Putnam County for alleged breach of contract.
Towing contractor claims trucking company owes $22,000
HUNTINGTON — A towing contractor is suing Dupre Logistics Inc., a truck transportation and logistics company, citing alleged unpaid services and accruing storage fees.
Man sues property lessors, claiming deed transfer was not disclosed
BECKLEY — A property lessee is suing the lessor for alleged breach of contract and fraud.
Woman alleges motorists' negligence in intersection collision
HUNTINGTON — A woman is suing two motorists and their employer, seeking damages for injuries that she alleges were sustained when her car was struck at a traffic intersection.
Trial lawyers are paying millions to a handful of experts necessary to push their talc cases
A small group of highly paid experts, one of whom recently testified his firm has made $30 million offering mostly pro-plaintiff testimony, are the key ingredient for more than 10,000 lawsuits claiming talcum powder is laced with deadly asbestos, forming the tip of an inverted pyramid upon which the rest of the cases depend.
FLAHERTY SENSABAUGH BONASSO PLLC: Flaherty Welcomes Two New Associates
Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso is pleased to welcome two new associates to our Clarksburg and Morgantown offices.
Ohio Co. judge denies teacher's request for immediate injunction, but says he'll conduct hearing later
WHEELING – An Ohio County judge has denied a teacher's request for immediate injunctive relief regarding the county school board's decision to go into executive session to discuss matters related to the recent teacher strike.
Lawsuit alleges Farley Group wrongfully terminated man with epilepsy, brain injury
CHARLESTON — A man is suing his former employer, alleging that he was discriminated against and wrongfully terminated because of a disability.
Putnam County woman alleges shower chair installation caused injury
WINFIELD — A Putnam County woman is suing Lyndon Jones Facility and Contracting Services, Inc. and Home Construction Management LLC, citing alleged negligence in performing a service.
Truck driver sues former employer for retaliatory discharge
WINFIELD — A truck driver is suing Central Van & Storage Inc. and Peter Weil, former employers, citing alleged retaliation and wrongful discharge.
Woman sues debt collector for invasion of privacy
SUMMERSVILLE — A consumer is suing Cedar Hill National Bank d/b/a Cato Credit Card, a debt collector, citing alleged intentional infliction of emotional distress and invasion of privacy.
Brickstreet Mutual sues lumber company for unpaid premium
CHARLESTON — Brickstreet Mutual Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against a lumber company, citing alleged breach of contract and unjust enrichment.