News from April 2023
Hurricane woman blames city for raw sewage backup in her basement
WINFIELD – A Hurricane woman blames the city for problems that led to raw sewage flooding her basement.
Judge rules law firm didn't scheme against Segal, damage his reputation
CLARKSBURG – A federal judge has ruled in favor of a regional law firm and four of its attorneys who had been accused of scheming against a prominent attorney, tricking him and damaging his reputation.
West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals announces New Family Treatment Courts to Open in Raleigh, Putnam Counties
Two new family treatment courts (FTCs) are preparing to open in Raleigh and Putnam Counties, bringing the number of FTCs in West Virginia to 13.
School counselor sues Kanawha school board for First Amendment rights violations
CHARLESTON — A school counselor filed a lawsuit against the Kanawha County Board of Education and its superintendent claiming her First Amendment rights were violated.
Highland Hospital wants sexual assault negligence lawsuit dismissed
CHARLESTON — Summit BHC West Virginia wants a lawsuit alleging negligence to be dismissed.
Former inmate says correctional officer denied him medical treatment
CHARLESTON — A man is suing the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation for treatment by a guard when he was having asthma problems.
Two potential class-actions accuse energy companies of well bashing
WHEELING – Two Northern Panhandle mineral owners accuse Southwestern Energy of a practice called well bashing, claiming the company has wasted natural resources and cost hundreds of people production royalties.
Women's health clinic drops lawsuit challenging abortion law
CHARLESTON — The Women’s Health Center of West Virginia has dropped its lawsuit that challenged the constitutionality of the state’s abortion law.
Former executive director sues for wrongful termination
CHARLESTON — The former executive director is suing Enlivant Aid claiming she was wrongfully discharged after making complaints about conditions in the facility.
DOH sues company, driver for accident
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Department of Transportation Division of Highways is suing Advanced Building Services for damages from a one-vehicle accident that damaged a bridge.
State Supreme Court dismisses appeal in case of ousted county GOP chairman
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by the chairman of the West Virginia Republican Party, saying a lower court ruling to reinstate a once-ousted chairman of a county GOP executive committee can stand.
Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso PLLC announces Certificate of Need Exemption Approved for WV Hospital
Following a multi-year effort, Caleb P. Knight and Robert L. Coffield successfully argued for the approval of a certificate of need exemption for War Memorial Hospital, Inc.
Transgender man says he was discriminated against by coworkers
CHARLESTON – A transgender man says he was a victim of homophobic, sexual and racial discrimination by coworkers.
Couple blames Charleston OB/GYN for stillborn birth of one twin
CHARLESTON – A Mason County couple blames a Charleston obstetrician and gynecologist practice for the stillborn birth of one of their twin sons.
Woman says she was hospitalized after being given three vaccines at once
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman says she was hospitalized after being given three vaccines at the same time.
Woman says CAMC responsible for man's wrongful death
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Charleston Area Medical Center alleging it is responsible for a man's death.
Nitro employee says he was retaliated against after reporting misconduct of others
CHARLESTON – A City of Nitro employee says he has been the victim of retaliation after reporting misconduct by other city workers.
Woman sues University Physicians & Surgeons for injuries
HUNTINGTON — An Ona woman is suing University Physicians & Surgeons claiming a surgeon was negligent during a procedure and caused her more injuries.
Morrisey-led coalition of AGs wins preliminary injunction on WOTUS rule
CHARLESTON — A federal judge in North Dakota has issued a preliminary injunction to stop the Environmental Protection Agency from implementing its final rule redefining Waters of the United States.
Woman says she was sexually assaulted by Massage Envy therapist
CHARLESTON – A woman says she was sexually assaulted by a Massage Envy massage therapist.