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Son blames father's decline and death on nursing home
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County man says a pattern of poor care, abuse and neglect at HealthSouth Mountain View Rehab caused his father’s injuries and ultimately led to his death.
Nursing assistant blames work elevator for broken foot
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman says a foot injury allegedly caused by a malfunctioning elevator door has hampered her ability to work and to care for her disabled son.
Trustee claims defendants owe trust fund $3 million
CHARLESTON – The trustee of a creditors trust is suing over an alleged non-payment of $3 million into the fund, as is purportedly stipulated under a bankruptcy agreement.
Lighting operation claims company owes $21,000
MOOREFIELD – A lighting company is suing over alleged nonpayment of a bill for items purchased by the defendant on credit.
Retired officer petitions court for early retirement benefits
CHARLESTON – A retired officer with the Nitro Police Department says that although he is fully vested in the department’s pension program, the administrators are forcing him to wait until he reaches age 50 to receive benefits.
Landowners accuse oil, gas firm of contract breach
MOUNDSVILLE – A group of Marshall County landowners is suing an oil and gas exploration firm in a dispute over royalty payments.
Customer accuses satellite TV provider of negligence in ladder accident
NEW CUMBERLAND – A Hancock County man is suing a satellite TV provider for injuries allegedly caused by a technician during an installation at his home.
Patient blames manufacturers for drug’s alleged side effects
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman is suing the makers of an osteoporosis drug for allegedly bringing the medication to market despite warnings it could cause broken bones and other serious side effects.
Receptionist blames firing on alleged discrimination
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman says she was fired from her job because she requested time off for prenatal care.
Student says injuries tied to lack of supervision
FAYETTEVILLE – A high school student is suing over injuries that he alleges occurred when he was allowed to leave the school building without supervision.
Logan man sues Charleston Area Medical Center for breach of contract
CHARLESTON – A Logan man is suing Charleston Area Medical Center for it breached its contract with him and violated the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act. Healthport Technologies LLC and John Doe Billing Companies 1 through 10 were also named as defendants in the suit.
Two lawsuits filed against Silver Creek Charleston for failure to pay for goods
CHARLESTON – Two lawsuits have been filed against Silver Creek Charleston after the plaintiff claims two of Silver Creek’s businesses failed to pay nearly $30,000 for goods.
Jim Justice sued for failing to pay $3 million in legal fees
CHARLESTON – Earlier this month, a law firm won an arbitration award of more than $3 million against Jim Justice for failure to pay legal fees.
Women say electric blanket caused fire that killed man
MOUNDSVILLE – Two women are suing JCPenney Corporation Inc. after they claim it was negligent and a defective product caused a deadly fire.
Couple sues Mason County doctor for woman's surgical injuries
POINT PLEASANT – A couple is suing a physician they claim is responsible for injuries sustained during surgery.
Woman blames Ravenswood for injuries on water meter cover
RAVENSWOOD – A woman is suing the Town of Ravenswood after she claims she was injured due to its negligence.
Customer blames grocery chain for slip-and-fall injuries
WINFIELD – A Putnam County man is suing a supermarket chain for injuries he allegedly suffered from slipping on a rug in their store in Hurricane.
Driver claims psychological trauma among damages from collision
RIPLEY – A female motorist and her spouse are suing over alleged continuing damages resulting from an automobile collision.
Woman’s stroke complications blamed on alleged treatment delay
CHARLESTON – A Putnam County woman says her doctor allegedly misdiagnosed her stroke symptoms, leaving her with paralysis and brain damage.
Son’s wrongful death suit blames hospital, nursing home for mother’s death
BECKLEY – A Fayette County man is suing a nursing home and a hospital for allegedly providing inferior care to his mother, hastening her death.