News from March 2023
Morrisey hails dismissal of Hill Top House case
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is applauding the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by six Harpers Ferry residents against the state secretary of Economic Development to stop the reconstruction of the Hill Top House.
Home repair service says its not responsible for alleged faulty construction work
CHARLESTON — Alford Home Solutions denies all allegations against it in a complaint that alleged faulty construction work.
Man sues Kidd Heating & AC for breach of contract
CHARLESTON — A Charleston man is suing Kidd Heating & AC alleging it breached its contract with him.
Woman says pedicure at Greenbrier Spa caused injuries to feet, ankles
BECKLEY – A North Carolina woman says a visit to the spa at The Greenbrier Resort wasn’t very relaxing.
Man says funeral home didn't follow wishes for handling of late wife's body
CHARLESTON – A Sissonville man says a funeral home improperly handled his late wife’s body by embalming her when they were specifically told not to do so.
Attorney General Morrisey Warns Parents, Students on Spring Break of the Dangers of Fentanyl
Now that spring break is in full swing, West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is asking spring break travelers to practice caution and common sense.
Defendants file counterclaim, answer in contract case
MARTINSBURG — Two defendants in a lawsuit with Sargent Electric Company want the complaint dismissed and filed a counterclaim.
Insurance company wants counterclaim dismissed
CHARLESTON — Farmers & Mechanics Mutual Insurance Company wants a counterclaim against it to be dismissed.
AG's office sues two Calif. debt relief attorneys for not returning money to consumers
KEYSER — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's has filed a lawsuit against two California attorneys for allegedly duping West Virginia consumers.
The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia heard arguments
The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia heard arguments at West Virginia University College of Law, March 22, 2023, as part of the LAWS Program
Former Burger King employee says manager sexually harassed him
CHARLESTON – A former Burger King employee says he was a victim of sexual harassment from a male manager at the restaurant.
Four women file first lawsuits over hidden cameras at State Police Academy
CHARLESTON – The first four lawsuits against the West Virginia State Police regarding allegations of a hidden camera in the women’s locker room of the academy have been filed.
Boone County Commission starts impeachment process against prosecutor
MADISON – The Boone County Commission has taken the first steps toward impeachment of embattled Prosecuting Attorney Donna Taylor.
Woman sues Asplundh for partner's death
BECKLEY — A Summers County woman is suing Asplundh Tree Expert for the death of her partner.
Couple sues parking lot owner for injuries from fall
CHARLESTON — A couple is suing Shop-A-Minit Markets for injuries sustained in a parking lot in 2020.
Attorney General Morrisey: Governor Signs Bill Recognizing Creation of W.Va. First Foundation
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey said Senate Bill 674, which recognizes the creation of the West Virginia First Foundation, has been signed by Gov. Jim Justice.
Father says high school teaching aide physically abused disabled son
BECKLEY – A Raleigh County father says a Woodrow Wilson High School aide physically abused his disabled son.
Supreme Court annuls law license of judge who displayed gun in court
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has annulled the law license of a former circuit judge who displayed a gun in court last year.
Man sues SMMC for pressure sores
HUNTINGTON — A Lincoln County man is suing St. Mary's Medical Center after he developed a large pressure sore despite the hospital being made aware that he was at a high risk of developing them.
Man sues Gestamp for work injuries
CHARLESTON — A man is suing Gestamp claiming he was injured while on the job.