News from January 2019
Property owners claim fraud in loan refinance
A couple is suing a bank, citing alleged fraudulent inducement, negligent misrepresentation and unjust enrichment.
Three delegates to introduce bill to help fund Trump's border wall plan
CHARLESTON – Three Republican members of the House of Delegates plan to introduce a bill to use $10 million of the state's surplus to help build President Trump's planned wall along the southern border of the United States.
West Virginia worker wins settlement against union with NLRB
PETERSBURG — A West Virginia worker won a settlement from United Steelworkers Local 1017 after she claimed it committed unfair labor practices and filed a claim with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB).
AFP-WV launches new guide for lawmakers
CHARLESTON —Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia have launched a new guide broken down into five sections to show West Virginia legislators the way to make the state a better place to live, work and raise a family.
How long must we wait for an intermediate appellate court?
A bill to establish an intermediate appellate court was introduced again last week at the opening session of the Legislature. In his address to the assembly, Gov. Jim Justice endorsed the measure and encouraged the lawmakers to pass it.
One Stop Business Center celebrating one year anniversary with open house
CHARLESTON – “Moving at the Speed of Business” is the motto of the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Business and Licensing Division. Advances in technology and a new user-friendly website have given our office the opportunity to communicate more effectively and respond quicker to the needs of the state’s business community and entrepreneurs.
Anti-growth mentality hurts West Virginia
CHARLESTON – West Virginia is certainly making progress on several fronts, but some in the state are determined to sabotage our potential for progress by trying to outlaw or restrict one of our most successful economic development tools.
Board hearing about state charges against Loughry postponed until February
CHARLESTON — A state Judicial Hearing Board hearing about former Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry scheduled for Jan. 14 has been postponed.
Todd Judy Ford sales rep claims retaliatory termination
A sales representative is suing an automobile dealer, citing alleged retaliation and wrongful termination.
Widow sues cemetery, alleges breach of contract
A surviving spouse is suing a cemetery, citing alleged breach of contract and fraudulent misrepresentation.
Woman accuses former employer of gender, age discrimination
An ex-employee is suing a beverage company, citing alleged age and gender discrimination and wrongful termination.
Woman claims she lost her husband because of malpractice
A surviving wife is suing a university board of governors, citing alleged medical negligence.
Husband claims his wife suffered injuries while at a nursing home
A husband is suing health care providers, citing alleged negligence and vicarious liability.
Pizza Hut server claims she was fired for taking legal medical leave
A food server is suing a food company, citing alleged wrongful discharge.
Assisted living facility sued, allegedly neglected patient
A patient's representative is suing an assisted living facility operator, citing alleged negligence and reckless conduct.
Married couple sue, claim husband's illness caused by work environment
A couple is suing various companies, citing alleged breach of warranty and strict liability.
Judge denies Loughry request for new trial
CHARLESTON – A federal judge has denied a request for a new trial by former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry.
AG: Permanent fix to state's medical marijuana funding issue must come from feds
CHARLESTON – A permanent fix to questions about West Virginia handling money form medical marijuana must come from the federal government, according to state Attorney General Patrick Morrisey.
Former teacher sues county board of education for free speech violations
HUNTINGTON — A former Huntington High School teacher who was fired for making racially charged tweets is suing the Cabell County Board of Education and the state superintendent of schools for violating her civil rights.
McDowell Circuit Judge Stephens to retire in May
WELCH – McDowell Judicial Circuit Judge Booker T. Stephens has announced his retirement, effective May 31.