News from November 2019
Man's estate blames Cabell Huntington Hospital's alleged negligence on his death
HUNTINGTON – The estate of a West Virginia man is suing Cabell General Hospital claiming its negligence led to his development of pressure-related skin issues that contributed to his death.
Hardcore Hunters faces lawsuit from fishing tackle supply alleging it owes more than $6,000
GRAFTON – A Grafton business is facing allegations that it purchased more than $6,000 in merchandise from a Denver, Colorado fishing tackle supply and has violated its line of credit.
West Virginia Insurance Commissioner alleges A+ Repairs failed to maintain workers' comp insurance
CHARLESTON – A business is facing a lawsuit by the state's insurance commissioner alleging it failed to maintain workers' compensation insurance coverage for its employees per state law requirements.
Huntington, Cabell federal opioid cases soon could be back in W.Va. federal courts
CLEVELAND – The Ohio federal judge overseeing opioid cases soon could release the cases Cabell County and the City of Huntington have filed against opioid distributors to be heard in West Virginia instead.
Morrisey’s office sues two more opioid manufacturers
CHARLESTON —Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office has filed lawsuits against two opioid manufacturers, continuing what his office calls its battle against those who helped fuel the state’s drug epidemic.
Fourth lawsuit accuses Alderson official of sexual abuse, harassment and rape
BLUEFIELD – A fourth lawsuit has been filed accusing officials at a federal prison camp in West Virginia of sexually abusing and harassing female inmates.
Morrisey announces sentencing of Putnam County contractor
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has announced a Putnam County contractor is headed to prison thanks to his office’s analysis of a consumer complaint and its subsequent referral to local prosecutors.
Former Matilda Jane worker claims company falsely classifies salespeople, does not pay minimum wage
HUNTINGTON – A former saleswoman with Matilda Jane Clothing alleges the company's compensation structure fails to correctly classify and pay employees the federal minimum wage.
Salvation Army wants lawsuit alleging sexual assault dismissed
CHARLESTON — The Salvation Army wants a lawsuit filed against it alleging it failed to properly care for a 10-year-old girl to be dismissed from federal court.
Charleston dentist allegedly owes more than $48,000 for equipment
CHARLESTON – A business that leases and finances machinery and equipment is suing a Charleston dentist claiming he owes more than $45,000 for imaging equipment and software.
West Virginia man claims GM won't honor warranty for Corvette
CHARLESTON – General Motors is facing a lawsuit by a West Virginia man who claims the automaker has failed to honor its warranty for his Chevy Corvette that has been in and out of authorized dealers for repairs for more than 30 days.
Kanawha County man claims Ford truck is defective, seeks to cancel contract
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County man is suing Ford Motor Co. alleging that his F-150 Raptor pickup did not conform to manufacturer warranties for the vehicle.
Winfield woman files negligence suit against driver over collision injuries
CHARLESTON – A Winfield woman who was a passenger in a motor vehicle that was hit by another vehicle in Cross Lanes has filed suit against the driver she alleges is at fault.
White Dodge alleged to owe more than $400,000 in delinquent property taxes
CHARLESTON – The Kanawha County sheriff has filed a suit against White Dodge alleging it owes the county more than $400,000 in delinquent taxes.
Jackson County couple seeks to cancel sales contract of Ford Edge over vehicle's alleged issues
CHARLESTON – A Jackson County couple who purchased a Ford Edge at Moses Ford-Lincoln and I-77 Auto Group is suing Ford Motor Co. claiming the automaker has failed to honor the vehicle's warranty.
Moviegoers pay to be propagandized
We weren’t there for the pitch for "Dark Waters," but we do recognize a cheesy, fast-buck formula when we see one.
Teacher unions plan to sue state over charter schools
CHARLESTON — The three education unions in West Virginia are planning to sue the state over the recent omnibus bill that included funding for charter schools.
Unions play an important role in economy, helping workers
CHARLESTON – While attempting to diminish the work of labor unions using absolutely no facts or research, Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce CEO Bill Bissett said: “Recognizing self-interest allows one to better understand why you are doing what you are doing.” Indeed. But, let's look closer.
Huntington law office partners with Marshall for art program
HUNTINGTON — The halls of one Huntington law office get a change of scenery every six months because of a partnership with Marshall University's art program.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Joins Broad, Bipartisan Coalition Urging Passage of Veteran Treatment Court Coordination Act
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey joined a coalition of 44 attorneys general in urging Congress to support the expansion of specialized court services for military veterans.