News from September 2021
Couple sues Nelson Tree Services for work injuries
CHARLESTON — A couple is suing Nelson Tree Services for injuries from a work-related accident.
Canal Insurance Company sues 5M Transport for underlying lawsuit claims
BLUEFIELD – Canal Insurance Company is suing 5M Transport due to an underlying lawsuit filed by a 5M employee.
Fourth lawsuit filed over abuse by Horace Mann special education teacher, aides
CHARLESTON — The mother of a fourth child has filed a lawsuit against Kanawha County Board of Education alleging a special needs child was abused at Horace Mann Middle School.
States join in support in federal lawsuit calling Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act unconstitutional
LEXINGTON, Ky. — Several states have joined in an amicus brief asking the federal court to hold the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act of 2020 as unconstitutional.
AG's office files lawsuit seeking to shut down collection agency
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has filed a complaint asking the court to block a New York-based collection agency from doing business in the Mountain State.
Couple sues after concrete saw hits woman at warehouse
CLARKSBURG — A couple is suing Kaufman Realty & Auctions of West Virginia LLC alleging injuries while on its property.
American Marketing sues AB Contracting for breach of contract
HUNTINGTON — American Marketing is suing AB Contracting alleging breach of contract.
Individuals sue Pea Ridge Partners for building structure, limiting parking
HUNTINGTON — Two individuals are suing Pea Ridge Partners for a building on its property.
Man sues Boyd Company for property damage
CHARLESTON — A man is suing Boyd Company and Fast Cast alleging property damages.
Most West Virginians think Manchin should fight for the filibuster
For the Freedom to Vote Act to avoid the same fate as the For the People Act, the 50 Senate Democrats need 10 Republicans to support it to avoid another filibuster. That seems unlikely, so the other option for Democrats is to eliminate the legislative filibuster to allow the measure to pass on a party line vote.
Man says Childers Enterprises employee responsible for car accident
PRINCETON — A man is suing Childers Enterprises claiming one of its employees caused a car accident.
Historian seeks summary judgment in Woody Williams case
HUNTINGTON — Historian and author Bryan Mark Rigg is asking for a federal judge to grant summary judgment in his favor in a case involving his most recent book.
Attorney General Morrisey, 24 States Urge Biden to Reverse Course on Unlawful Vaccine Mandate
Attorney General Morrisey, 24 States Urge Biden to Reverse Course on Unlawful Vaccine Mandate.
Huntington attorneys sue roofing company for negligence
HUNTINGTON — Two attorneys are suing Design Roofing LLC alleging fraudulent concealment, misrepresentation and negligence.
Clearon sues Doheny's for breach of contract
CHARLESTON — Clearon Corporation is suing Doheny's LLC alleging breach of contract and failure to pay invoices.
Woman sues Bill Cole Automall for alleged fraudulent scheme
PRINCETON — A woman is suing Bill Cole Automall for an allegedly fraudulent scheme that caused her damages.
Former teacher says Putnam, Kanawha officials conspired to prosecute her
HUNTINGTON – A former Hurricane High School teacher says a host of Putnam and Kanawha county officials conspired to prosecute her on what she calls baseless criminal charges.
Gov. Justice, Department of Economic Development announce the official launch of West Virginia BusinessLink
Gov. Justice, Department of Economic Development announce the official launch of West Virginia BusinessLink.
Enforcement actions needed to reduce fentanyl overdoses
It will take a collaborative, concerted effort to combat fentanyl trafficking and reduce senseless death to help our nation and West Virginia reach their full potential.
AG's office provides update on fight against robocalls
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has released an update on efforts by the office, telecom companies and partnering attorneys general to stop unlawful robocalls.