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Driver alleges he was injured in accident on haul road at mine
LOGAN – A coal truck driver alleges he was injured when another truck lost its brakes and collided with him.
Boat facility says defendants didn't pay bills
Boat storage and maintenance facility accuses Greenup County resident and medical supplies business of breach of contractCHARLESTON — Boat storage and maintenance facility is suing Oley J.
Man says nursing facility was negligent
CHARLESTON — A Boone County resident is suing Three Mile Curve Operations LLC, Logan Center and Genesis Healthcare LLC, claiming his mother did not receive proper care in a nursing home.
Man says aunt's care in nursing facility was substandard
CHARLESTON — A man holding power of attorney for his aunt is suing Riparian Investments LLC, Harper Mills LLC and Stonerise Healthcare LLC, alleging that the plaintiffs failed to provide his aunt with her rights as a nursing home resident.
Former driver accuses electrical contractors of disability discrimination
CHARLESTON — A former driver is suing Leonard's Electrical Suppliers Inc., Leonard Brightwell, and Darrell Brightwell, electrical contractors, citing alleged disability discrimination and wrongful discharge.
Company drops motorcycle coverage in West Virginia due to poor lawsuit climate
CHARLESTON – Rider Insurance of New Jersey has decided to terminate West Virginia policies because of the state’s “difficult legal system.”
Congressman stands up against executive overreach
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, the House found back against overreach by the Obama administration and stood on the sides of jobs and affordable energy, according to a press release issued by Congressman David McKinley.
Gina McCarthy doesn’t deserve an award
Why give credit where it's not due? Why praise the unpraiseworthy? Could it be to provide a patina of respectability?
New Mercer County circuit judge to be sworn in
PRINCETON – A new Mercer County circuit judge will be sworn in on June 15 after Judge Omar Aboulhosn resigned to become a federal magistrate.
Three lawsuits filed against Home Away From Home Assisted Living for wrongful termination
GRAFTON – Three lawsuits have been filed against Home Away From Home Assisted Living LLC after three employees claim their employments were wrongfully terminated.
Two lawsuits filed against Fayette residents for house fire
FAYETTEVILLE – Two lawsuits have been filed against Two Fayette residents after the plaintiffs claim their negligence caused a house fire and caused them to sustain losses, including the death of a cat.
Woman sues Toyota for discrimination
WINFIELD – A woman is suing Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia Inc. after she claims her employment was terminated due to medical problems.
Man sues Cabela’s for discrimination
WHEELING – A former employee is suing Cabela’s after he claims his employment was wrongfully terminated due to discrimination.
Ohio resident files suit against sports promotion business
MOUNDSVILLE — An Ohio resident is suing Scholastic Sports Marketing LLC, a sports promotion business, alleging retaliation, gender discrimination, promissory/equitable estoppel, retaliatory discharge and violation of wage laws.
Hancock County resident accused of breaching contract
NEW CUMBERLAND — A rental business is suing Sharon Michael, a Hancock County resident, citing alleged breach of contract.
Coal mining companies accused of negligence leading to injuries
FAYETTEVILLE — A contractual employee is suing Superior Coal Services LLC; Elite Coal Services LLC; Superior & Elite Coal Services Inc.; Kingston Mining Inc.; and Alpha Natural Resources Inc., citing alleged physical and psychological injury.
Three file claim alleging violent hospital incident
PRINCETON — Three Mercer County residents are suing Rescare Behavior Services Inc., Makayla Belcher, Erin Rodgers and Jennifer Ellis, citing alleged destruction of property, negligent supervision and negligent infliction of emotional distress.
Man claims violation of multiple wage requirements
BECKLEY — A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against Act Fast Delivery of West Virginia, Act Fast Delivery Inc., Home Care Pharmacy LLC, Compass Health Services LLC and Omnicare, citing alleged violation of wage acts.
Woman alleged poor care in nursing facility
WHEELING — A woman holding power of attorney is suing Guardian Elder Care LLC, Peterson Health Care and Rehabilitation Hospital and Diane Miller, healthcare facilities and an operator, citing alleged abuse and negligence.
Man says negligence led to crash
BECKLEY — A Fayette County resident is suing Jason Scott Biere, The American Bottling Company, Dr Pepper Snapple Group and Dr Pepper / Seven Up Inc., citing alleged negligence, reckless conduct and vicarious liability.