News from March 2019
Woman claims she was fired without cause from Summersville medical center
A woman is seeking damages, claiming that she was terminated unfairly from her position.
Trucking company says it is owed more than $71,000 on a rebate
A trucking company is seeking damages, claiming it was never paid a rebate it is owed.
Parents file lawsuit against woman who struck, killed their daughter in crosswalk near WVU
MORGANTOWN – The parents of a former West Virginia University student have filed a civil lawsuit against the women who struck and killed their daughter last year.
JVAC accepting applications for McDowell judgeship; Raleigh County position remains unfilled
CHARLESTON – The state Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission is accepting applications for the pending McDowell Circuit Court judicial vacancy. Current Judge Booker T. Stephens has announced his retirement, effective May 31.
U.S. Steel among companies accused of exposing worker to dangerous chemicals
BLUEFIELD — A man is seeking damages, claiming that his workplace made him sick due to exposure to dangerous substances such as benzene.
State says mining company's water testing was inadequate
A water management department claims that the testing measures taken by a mining company were not up to the water-quality standards required.
Attorney says dismissal of hemp suit is a victory for hemp industry in West Virginia
HUNTINGTON – Charleston attorney Carte Goodwin secured a victory recently when U.S. District Judge Robert Chambers ruled against U.S. Attorney Mike Stuart in a case involving hemp in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia at Huntington.
Mother sues after teen daughter killed by drunk driver
A woman claims her daughter was killed by a drunk driver and is suing for damages.
Widow sues scores of companies after husband's smoking-related cancer death
CHARLESTON — A widow alleges her husband died due to his use of cigarettes.
Civil suit claiming woman was sexually assaulted by police officer shifts to federal court
HUNTINGTON — A lawsuit in which a woman claims she was sexually assaulted when pulled over by a police officer has been removed to federal court.
Widow blames Putnam Aging's carelessness for husband's death
A woman claims that her husband died because of the negligence of a transportation provider.
Nursing home workers accused of negligence
A man is seeking damages after he was allegedly injured at a health care center due to negligence.
Company claims $100,000 deposit never was returned
An LLC claims that a $100,000 refundable deposit was never returned to it.
WV CALA blames House leadership for lack of meaningful legal reform this session
CHARLESTON – A statewide legal reform group is blaming House leadership for a lack of meaningful legal reform during the recently completed legislative session.
N.C. hog farmers press for reversal of $500M in nuisance verdicts
RICHMOND, Va. (Legal Newsline) - North Carolina hog farmers, supported by national farming and manufacturing groups, have asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit to reverse a $50 million nuisance verdict that was the opening shot in litigation that has delivered more than $500 million in verdicts for property owners who say they are being annoyed by noise and smells emanating from nearby farms.
Walmart patron awarded $17 million after shoplifter knocked her down
Walmart patron awarded $17 million after shoplifter knocked her down
The end of the session is here ... thankfully, now to begin 'betterment' of public education
CHARLESTON – The 2019 regular session of the West Virginia Legislature came to an end at midnight Saturday, and just in time. It’s hard to recall when there was such acrimony among lawmakers under the Capitol dome.
Couple seeks damages from health care provider after man's multiple falls
HUNTINGTON — A couple claims that a health care provider was negligent in caring for a man who fell repeatedly.
Family alleges nursing home negligence caused woman's suffering, eventual death
A woman was allegedly injured at a health care facility due to the negligence of the professionals there.
Company alleges Chico's owes more than $80,000 in Town Center rent
A financial institution is seeking more than $80,000 allegedly owed on a lease.