Negligence Claims

Salango Law, PLLC is currently investigating allegations of sex abuse at churches in Lewis, Braxton and Harrison Counties in West Virginia.  A former minister and youth pastor, John Radcliff II (age 57) of Nettie, WV, was arrested and charged with dozens of counts of sexual abuse dating back to 1986. His wife, Kathy Radcliff,...

On July 3, 2024, Kanawha Circuit Judge Dave Hardy ruled that all cases involving former students at Miracle Meadows School will remain in Kanawha County. Former students have until age 36 to file sexual abuse and assault claims. Hundreds of students at Miracle Meadows School in Salem, West Virginia were sexually abused, starved, placed...

A Raleigh County, WV jury awarded the Estate of Frederick Sean Bailey $848,000 on October 17, 2023, following an eight-day jury trial.  On May 20, 2018, Mr. Bailey presented to the emergency department at Raleigh General Hospital with complaints of fever, and shortness of breath. Vital signs demonstrated low oxygen saturation and a diagnosis...

As adults, we prepare for the unexpected by ensuring that our property and health have adequate insurance coverage to repair any damages we suffer. But when our coverage fails us and an insurance claim is denied, it is extremely unsettling and worrisome.   Let's consider why this may happen and what steps to take when...