News from June 2021
Mail carrier convicted for manipulation of absentee voter requests
ELKINS — A mail carrier was convicted in connection with the manipulation of absentee voter requests and will now serve probation and home confinement.
Retired firefighter says Wheeling failed to properly pay him
WHEELING — A retired Wheeling Fire Department assistant chief says the city of Wheeling failed to properly pay him his "payout" when he retired.
Foundation sues Consol of Kentucky for failure to pay taxes
WILLIAMSON — Foster Foundation is suing Consol of Kentucky alleging the defendant has failed to reimburse the foundation for taxes paid pursuant to a lease.
KCIC analysis: First quarter filings are up
CHARLESTON — An analysis done by Washington-based consulting group KCIC found that in the first quarter of 2021, lung cancer filings have seen a 29% increase compared to the first quarter of 2020.
Supreme Court says MPLA lawsuit must abide by pre-suit notification requirements
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled that a medical claim involving an ambulance that wrecked falls under the Medical Professional Liability Act and because of that, it is required to follow pre-suit notification.
Freeport wants Harrison County Coal Resources to begin mining on leased property
WEST UNION — Freeport Gas Coal Trust says Harrison County Coal Resources breached its duty to diligently mine on leased property.
WEST VIRGINIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: Gov. Justice issues proclamation calling for Special Session of Legislature on Thursday, June 24, 2021
Gov. Jim Justice issued a proclamation today, calling for the West Virginia Legislature to convene in special session at 12 p.m. on Thursday, June 24, 2021.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey's Mobile Office Sets June Stops for North Central West Virginia
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced a representative from his office will meet with north central West Virginia residents in June to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions.
WEST VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT OF APPEALS: Justice, Judges Named Bar Foundation Fellows
A Supreme Court justice, two circuit judges, and a former family law master have been named West Virginia Bar Foundation Fellows.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA: U.S. Attorney's Office Launches Campaign in Conjunction with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia launched a public messaging campaign in conjunction with the observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), announced Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston.
WEST VIRGINIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: Gov. Justice declares Juneteenth as State holiday in West Virginia
Juneteenth, which is held on June 19 each year, celebrates the ending of slavery in the United States.
17 years later, Rowe takes McGraw's seat on the bench
At 82 years of age, we hope Warren McGraw can enjoy his retirement from the bench and wish him well with his battle against Parkinson’s disease, but we also hope Rowe enjoys his time finally filling the seat of the man he wanted to defeat in 2004.
Woman sues Fresenius for mother's injuries, death
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Fresenius Medical Care North American for her mother's injuries and, eventually, her death.
Another student sues Barbour school board for classmate's threats
PHILIPPI — Another former student is suing the Barbour County Board of Education after a student brought a gun to school and threatened a classroom full of students.
Supreme Court partially grants writ by opioid companies regarding state cases
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled amendments to West Virginia's comparative fault statute do not apply to public nuisance claims.
Supreme Court reverses dismissal in transgender teen harassment case
CHARLESTON — The state Supreme Court has reversed the dismissal of a Harrison County lawsuit regarding a transgender teenager who was harassed by his high school's assistant principal in 2018.
Former Huntington police chief holds back tears during testimony
CHARLESTON – Testifying in the bellwether federal opioid trial, Huntington's former chief of police shared the pain he felt as watching his community be taken over by addiction.
Woman sues Marshalls for injuries from substance in floor
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Marshalls of MA Inc. alleging that she was injured while in the defendant's store.
Man sues Princeton Health Care Center for mother's death
PRINCETON — A Mercer County man is suing Princeton Health Care Center for his mother's injuries and eventual death due to a fall.
Woman says she was injured at Planet Fitness due to slippery pull-up bar
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing Planet Fitness after she claims she was injured while she was exercising.