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Couple blames driver, motor carrier, insurer for crash
POINT PLEASANT — A Mason County husband and wife are suing a driver, motor carrier and insurer, alleging the defendants' negligence led to injuries for the wife.
Trustees seeks declaratory relief against beneficiary
WHEELING — Trustees are suing a hospital and the beneficiary of a charitable trust, alleging misrepresentation.
New 5th Circuit judge looks forward to challenges
RIPLEY – The new year has just started, and for the men and women of the 5th Judicial Circuit, that means some new names and faces will be showing up at the court, including incoming Judge Lora Dyer.
Attorney General’s Office, others reach $3.5M settlement with drug wholesaler
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Attorney General’s Office, together with the state’s Departments of Health and Human Resources and Military Affairs and Public Safety, announced a $3.5 million settlement with H.D. Smith Wholesale Drug Co., pushing the total paid to West Virginia by 10 drug wholesalers to more than $11 million.
Men, corporations sue Putnam County Commission for rezoning order
WINFIELD – Two men and two corporations are suing the Putnam County Commission after they claim it violated the a zoning ordinance by agreeing to rezone properties.
Man sues Davis H. Elliot Construction Company for wrongful termination
CHARLESTON – A man is suing Davis H. Elliot Construction Company Inc. after he claims his employment was wrongfully terminated.
Man names 186 defendants in asbestos suit
CHARLESTON – A man is suing 186 companies he claims are responsible for the death of a Steubenville man.
Couple names 199 defendants in asbestos suit
CHARLESTON – An Ona couple has named 199 defendants in a lawsuit alleging asbestos exposure caused lung cancer.
AG's office urges caution about technology assistance
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has issued a warning to consumers, asking them to be cautious when accepting an offer to resolve personal technology issues.
Obama pokes West Virginia in the eye one last time
How many West Virginians feel sorry for Barack Obama?
Can state government be 'rightsized?'
MORGANTOWN – As Governor-elect Jim Justice and lawmakers prepare for what is expected to be a challenging session of the Legislature, the term “rightsizing government” is being tossed around.
WVU clinic director to serve on governor-elect's policy groups
MORGANTOWN – Professor Katherine Garvey, director of the Land Use and Sustainable Development Law Clinic at the West Virginia University College of Law, has been tapped to serve on one of eight policy group teams formed to assist Governor-Elect Jim Justice’s transition and give recommendations on a wide range of issues.
Judge denies petition for temporary restraining order in Marshall Board of Governors lawsuit
HUNTINGTON – Circuit Judge Paul T. Farrell denied a petition for temporary restraining order in a lawsuit against Marshall University Board of Governors after the petitioner claimed it made an illegal decision to expel him.
Freelance legal researcher files two lawsuits against Cabell County sheriff
HUNTINGTON – A freelance legal researcher has filed two lawsuits against Cabell County Sheriff Tom McComas after he claims the sheriff failed to respond to Freedom of Information Act requests.
Steel of WV seeks injunctive relief against sanitary board
HUNTINGTON – Steel of West Virginia has filed a petition and is seeking injunctive relief against Huntington Sanitary Board and the city council, alleging it failed to give proper notice for increased sewer rates.
House guest blames residence owner, bathtub manufacturer for injuries
WAYNE — A Wayne man is suing a homeowner and bathtub manufacturer, alleging their negligence led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Customer blames Ceredo salon operators for injuries
WAYNE — A Huntington woman is suing Ceredo salon operators, alleging the defendants' negligence led to a fall and injuries for the plaintiff.
Family blames motorist, city of Weirton for crash injuries
NEW CUMBERLAND — A Weirton family is suing vehicle operators and the city of Weirton, alleging their negligence led to injuries for the plaintiffs in a car crash.
As term ends, Benjamin says state Supreme Court is stronger than it was
CHARLESTON – Brent Benjamin says he is leaving the state Supreme Court better than it was when he joined it.
Wayne County Sheriff's Office corporal alleges unequal pay
WAYNE — A Cabell County man is suing officials associated with the Wayne County Sherriff's Office, alleging an unequal pay system.