Federal Court
Federal judge allows some NAS claims to move forward
SAN FRANCISCO – A California federal judge has denied parts of a motion to dismiss some Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome claims against a management consulting company, allowing the claims of some West Virginia children to move forward.
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Study finds lawyers concerned about AI
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Justice wins GOP nod for U.S. Senate, Morrisey takes Republican governor's primary
CHARLESTON – Gov. Jim Justice has won the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, and current state Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is the GOP nominee for governor.
Federal Court
Goodwin dismisses medical monitoring class action against Union Carbide
CHARLESTON – A federal judge has dismissed a proposed class action lawsuit alleging Union Carbide’s South Charleston plant released a cancer-causing emission.
CHARLESTON – All sorts of things can trigger a rate increase request from a utility and approval of increased rates by the Public Service Commission of West Virginia.
TOPDOG Legal Marketing partners with the State Bar of Arizona
TOPDOG Legal Marketing is excited to announce that it is now an approved partner of the State Bar of Arizona (SBA).
Lynn Kessler promoted to production specialist at TOPDOG Legal Marketing LLC
TOPDOG Legal Marketing LLC is thrilled to announce the promotion of Lynn Kessler to Content Production Specialist.
State Court
Ky. court wipes away $23M defamation verdict for two W.Va. chiropractors suspected of fraud by CSX
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Legal Newsline) - An appeals court has found several problems with a $23 million Kentucky verdict against CSX and its chief medical officer, who were accused of defaming two West Virginia chiropractors they thought were fabricating worker injuries.
Federal Court
Man alleges Zenith Energy Terminals for violated safety protocols leading to drowning incident
A man’s estate sues Zenith for negligence after he drowned in a park river due to dangerous currents created by a tugboat.
Federal Court
Couple sues K. Petroleum for breach of oil and gas lease contract
A couple is suing K. Petroleum for failing to honor an oil and gas lease agreement, seeking damages for unpaid royalties and environmental contamination on their property.
Federal Court
Woman sues Medovic Enterprises and M & S Rentals for negligence after a tripping incident
Rosalie Kovalyk files suit against Medovic Enterprises and M & S Rentals over injuries sustained from tripping on their property.
Federal Court
Woman sues Allied Universal for workplace discrimination and retaliation
Angela J. Dwyer files a lawsuit against Allied Universal alleging workplace discrimination and seeks over $190 million in damages.
State Court
Man accuses The Genesis Dunbar Center of Medical Negligence leading to Health Deterioration
A man has filed a lawsuit against The Genesis Dunbar Center, alleging medical negligence that led to health deterioration. The case highlights serious allegations of improper care and treatment at the defendant's facility.
Federal Court
Mylan sued for patent infringement
CLARKSBURG — Bausch Health Ireland and Salix Pharmaceuticals have filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Mylan Pharmaceuticals for its generic plecanatide oral tablets.
State Court
Kara DeRito accuses John Doe and insurance companies of negligent misconduct
In a legal battle over a hit-and-run accident resulting in severe injuries and property damage, Kara DeRito takes on an unknown driver and two insurance companies. The lawsuit seeks damages for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, physical pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life and property damage.
Federal Court
Woman says Dunbar police officer sexually harassed, assaulted her
CHARLESTON – A Dunbar police officer allegedly sexually harassed and assaulted a Kanawha County woman while on duty.
Ky. court wipes away $23M defamation verdict for two W.Va. chiropractors suspected of fraud by CSX
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Legal Newsline) - An appeals court has found several problems with a $23 million Kentucky verdict against CSX and its chief medical officer, who were accused of defaming two West Virginia chiropractors they thought were fabricating worker injuries.
Woman blames Embassy Suites elevator for broken foot
CHARLESTON – A woman says her foot was crushed by a faulty elevator door at the Embassy Suites in Charleston.
Man accuses The Genesis Dunbar Center of Medical Negligence leading to Health Deterioration
A man has filed a lawsuit against The Genesis Dunbar Center, alleging medical negligence that led to health deterioration. The case highlights serious allegations of improper care and treatment at the defendant's facility.
Kara DeRito accuses John Doe and insurance companies of negligent misconduct
In a legal battle over a hit-and-run accident resulting in severe injuries and property damage, Kara DeRito takes on an unknown driver and two insurance companies. The lawsuit seeks damages for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, physical pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life and property damage.
Third former Preston dispatcher files harassment, retaliation lawsuit
KINGWOOD – A third former Preston County 911 dispatcher says she was subjected to a sexually pervasive and hostile work environment by other workers.
Federal judge allows some NAS claims to move forward
SAN FRANCISCO – A California federal judge has denied parts of a motion to dismiss some Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome claims against a management consulting company, allowing the claims of some West Virginia children to move forward.
Man alleges Zenith Energy Terminals for violated safety protocols leading to drowning incident
A man’s estate sues Zenith for negligence after he drowned in a park river due to dangerous currents created by a tugboat.
Couple sues K. Petroleum for breach of oil and gas lease contract
A couple is suing K. Petroleum for failing to honor an oil and gas lease agreement, seeking damages for unpaid royalties and environmental contamination on their property.
Woman sues Medovic Enterprises and M & S Rentals for negligence after a tripping incident
Rosalie Kovalyk files suit against Medovic Enterprises and M & S Rentals over injuries sustained from tripping on their property.
Woman sues Allied Universal for workplace discrimination and retaliation
Angela J. Dwyer files a lawsuit against Allied Universal alleging workplace discrimination and seeks over $190 million in damages.
Study finds lawyers concerned about AI
CHARLESTON — A recent study that looked at different careers found that lawyers are the most cautious regarding artificial intelligence technologies.
Justices say lower court didn't properly apply immunity in police case
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled that a lower court failed to properly apply immunity and remanded a case to fix those issues.
Morrisey wants documents that may show collusion between state prosecutors, DOJ in Trump cases
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office has submitted a Freedom of Information Act request for the U.S. Department of Justice to produce documents showing the department may have colluded with state prosecutors involved in cases against former President Trump.
Governor, UMWA president critical of new EPA rules
CHARLESTON – More leaders are weighing in on new EPA rules that would force coal-fired and natural gas-powered plants to capture smokestack emissions or shut down.
Expert: Lawmakers could quickly pass non-citizen voting plan in special session
CHARLESTON – If the resolution regarding non-citizen voting restrictions is added the agenda for a planned special session, a legislative expert says lawmakers could suspend rules and quickly pass it.
Chafin Law Firm creates scholarship at Marshall
HUNTINGTON — The Chafin Law Firm has established a scholarship at Marshall University to help those impacted by the opioid epidemic who are seeking a degree.
White eager to help state if he wins spot on ICA
CHARLESTON — A Charleston attorney is running for a seat on the West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals in the hopes of improving the lives of West Virginia residents.