West Virginia § 24-4-7 - 24-4-7. Damages recoverable for violations.
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§ 24-4-7. 24-4-7. Damages recoverable for violations.
Any person, firm or corporation claiming to be damaged by any violation of this chapter by any public utility subject to the provisions of this chapter, may make complaint to the commission, as provided herein, and bring suit in his own behalf for the recovery of the damages for which such public utility may be liable under this chapter in any circuit court having jurisdiction. In any such action, the court may compel the attendance of any agent, officer, director or employee of such corporation as a witness and require also the production of all books, papers and documents which may be used as evidence, and in the trial thereof such witnesses may be compelled to testify, but any such witness shall not be prosecuted for any offense concerning which he is compelled hereunder to testify.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 24-4-7
What does West Virginia Code § 24-4-7 cover?
Section 24-4-7 ("24-4-7. Damages recoverable for violations.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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