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Former Diamond Electric Manufacturing Corp. employee alleges disabilities weren't accomodated
WINFIELD – A Putnam County woman alleges her former employer discriminated against her because of her age and disability.
Man claims Five Bros. Mortgage Co. Services and Securing Inc. failed to secure property
WILLIAMSON – A Mingo County man alleges his house was damaged and personal property lost because of the negligence of a Michigan company and another entity.
Mormon Church trial moved to Jan. 17
CHARLESTON – The trial against officials of the Mormon Church that was set to begin Jan. 9 has been moved.
One rule for us, another for Lois Lerner
One rule for thee, another for me. We all know people who think and act that way. Many are politicians and public officials. They have exacting standards for everyone outside their circle of power (and hold us to them), but the standards they set for themselves are lower, and they allow themselves a lot of leeway for infractions.
Cuts at Supreme Court might look good at first, but will harm people
CHARLESTON – In a written response to questions about remodeling West Virginia Supreme Court justices’ offices — in a clear effort to change the subject and distract from the issue-at-hand — Justice Margaret Workman noted that, in the last year, the court has “already saved almost $8 million so far this year.” Justice Menis Ketchum wrote it was $7 million.
Stop opioids from claiming another generation
CHARLESTON – Opioid abuse is one of the greatest challenges facing our state and nation. Lives are cut short every day. Whether by heroin or prescription painkillers, opioids do not discriminate. These senseless deaths occur across all segments of the population.
ILR says West Virginia legal climate improving but still needs work
WASHINGTON – As Gov. Jim Justice prepares to give his State of the State address, a division of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce says West Virginia’s legal climate is improving.
Avenue Pizza alleged to owe more than $34,000 for goods
MOUNDSVILLE – A Moundsville restaurant is alleged to have failed to pay for goods delivered by a Pennsylvania company.
Varney couple seeks damages from STAT EMS after wife falls in parking lot
WILLIAMSON – A Varney woman alleges an ambulance transportation service caused her to fall in a parking lot of a health facility.
Woman files suit Sentry Insurance, employer over disability benefits, termination
PHILIPPI – A Belington woman has filed suit against her employer and insurance company after she was terminated after being falsely accused of workers' compensation fraud.
Jabo Supply alleges it is owed more than $35,000 for goods
HUNTINGTON – A pipe, valve and fitting distributor alleges a Cabell County company failed to pay for goods it delivered.
Security guard alleges Murphy Elevator failed to maintain elevator that injured him
CHARLESTON – A Hurricane man employed as a security guard alleges he was injured by an elevator while working.
Man alleges Beneficial West Virginia Inc. improperly applied mortgage payments
CHARLESTON – A Glasgow homeowner alleges a mortgage loan holder improperly applied his payments.
A.M.Z. Heating, Cooling, & Refrigeration alleges it is owed for work performed on properties
CHARLESTON – A South Charleston business alleges that it was not paid for work it performed on several properties.
Hospital merger arguments to be heard by state Supreme Court
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals will hear arguments in the litigation regarding the merger between Cabell Huntington Hospital and St. Mary’s Medical Center.
Morrisey demands apology from Jenkins 'for liberal past'
HARPERS FERRY – West Virginia Attorney General and U.S. Senate candidate Patrick Morrisey is calling on Rep. Evan Jenkins "to renounce and apologize for his decades of support for liberal candidates who have harmed West Virginia."
State's annual judgment interest rates now closer to federal rates
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court's annual judgment interest rates are closer to the federal rates now, and a legal reform group thanks lawmakers for making that happen.
Supreme Court affirms decision to deny spinal cord stimulator
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed a decision of the West Virginia Workers’ Compensation Board of Review to deny a spinal cord stimulator.
Supreme Court agrees with Workers’ Compensation Board in appeal
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled that the West Virginia Workers’ Compensation Board did not violate any constitutional or statutory provision in its decision to award additional permanent partial disability to an employee of Mastec Inc.
Elder-Beerman shopper alleges piece of display rack caused foot injuries
HUNTINGTON – A customer alleges an operator of a department store failed to maintain a section in the store and allowed tripping hazards to exist.