Stephenson v. Division of Highways

The claimant brought this action for water damage to her home, which she alleges was caused by negligent road work on the part of the respondent. The Court is of the opinion that there is insufficient evidence of negligent conduct on the part of the respondent and denies the claim as stated more fully below.

The claimant is the owner of a home located approximately one mile northeast of Clay on WV Route 4 near the Elk River. She alleges that in July and August 1996, the porch and side steps sustained severe damage as a result of heavy water running from a ditch along Route 4 down to and around…