News from 2019
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.
BORDAS & BORDAS PLLC: Thank You Veterans
One hundred years ago, on November 11, 1919, it was the first anniversary of the end of World War I.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE OF WEST VIRGINIA: Attorney General Announces Launch of Project Guardian – A Nationwide Strategic Plan to Reduce Gun Violence
Attorney General William P. Barr announced the launch of Project Guardian, a new initiative designed to reduce gun violence and enforce federal firearms laws across the country. Specifically, Project Guardian focuses on investigating, prosecuting, and preventing gun crimes.
BORDAS & BORDAS PLLC: LAW'S Day 2019
On Tuesday, October 29, the Supreme Court heard arguments at a college campus in Logan County.
BAILEY & GLASSER LLP: Bailey Glasser Lawyers Speaking At National Consumer Law Center Conference
On November 17, 2019, Arthur Bryant, Of Counsel at Bailey Glasser and Chairman Emeritus of Public Justice, is scheduled to speak on and moderate a panel on Ethical Issues in Class Actions at the National Consumer Law Center’s 50th Anniversary Consumer Rights Litigation Conference and Class Action Symposium.
W.Va. AG joins bipartisan group pushing passage of Veteran Treatment Court Coordination Act
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a coalition of 44 attorneys general in urging Congress to support the expansion of specialized court services for military veterans.