State AG
West Virginia joins 21-state coalition suing ATF over gun sell rule
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office has joined a coalition of 21 states in a lawsuit opposing an ATF rule that was intended to close a loophole regarding private gun sales.
Federal Court
4th Circuit says W.Va., N.C. refusal to pay for transgender surgeries is discriminatory
State AG
Morrisey supports middle school girls barred from competing following transgender protest
CHARLESTON –West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office has filed an amicus brief supporting five Harrison County middle school athletes who have been barred from competing in their next track and field meet after they protested having to compete against a transgender student.
Government
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.
CHARLESTON – The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard argument in a major case that is likely to have profound consequences for West Virginia’s legal fight against unconstitutional actions by the federal government that threaten our way of life.
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.
Federal Court
Dutch man says he was injured ziplining
BECKLEY – A Dutch man says he was injured while ziplining on a tour operated by a company based in Greenbrier County.
Federal Court
Woman accuses Berkeley County deputy of false arrest, battery
MARTINSBURG – A Berkeley County woman says she was falsely arrested and assaulted.
State Court
Mother, son sue car wash after vehicle is damaged twice
CHARLESTON – A lawsuit claims two visits to two locations of a Charleston-based car wash business left an indelible mark on a vehicle.
Federal Court
Always Dreaming sues Mach 1 Energy Construction for breach of contract
In the United States District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia, a civil action lawsuit (Case No. 1:24-cv-00038) was filed on April 15, 2024, by Always Dreaming, LLC against Mach 1 Energy Construction, Inc., Specialty Pressuring Services, LLC, and individuals John Boyd and Christen Boyd.
Federal Court
Robert Hanley sues Otha Ray Adkins for negligence resulting in severe injury and damage
In the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, Robert Hanley has filed a civil action lawsuit against Otha Ray Adkins.
Federal Court
Terrance D. Petty sues Howard S. Hamrick for causing a severe road accident
Terrance D. Petty, Jr. has filed a lawsuit against Howard S. Hamrick and Walnut Ridge Trucking, Inc., in the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, Beckley Division (Case 5:24-cv-00174), on April 4, 2024.
Federal Court
Sherrie O'Brien sues JPMorgan Chase Bank for violations of West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act and West Virginia Computer Crimes and Abuse Act
In the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, Sherrie O'Brien has filed a lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Federal Court
J.R sues Chad Shafer for violation of constitutional rights and sexual assault
In the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, a lawsuit has been filed by J.R. against Chad Shafer under Civil Action No: 2:24-cv-00159 on March 28, 2024.
Federal Court
Brian Hodge sues Synergy Inspections for abrupt termination without proper notice
Brian Hodge, on behalf of himself and others similarly situated, has filed a class action lawsuit against Synergy Inspections, LLC and FIRMSO, LLC in the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia.
Mother, son sue car wash after vehicle is damaged twice
CHARLESTON – A lawsuit claims two visits to two locations of a Charleston-based car wash business left an indelible mark on a vehicle.
Trio accuses CAMC of religious discrimination regarding COVID vaccine
CHARLESTON – Three Charleston Area Medical Center employees accuse the company of religious discrimination related to its COVID-19 vaccination policy.
Couple says Glasgow sewer issues damaged home
CHARLESTON – A Glasgow couple says sewer issues has caused significant damage to their property.
Division of Highways worker sues following on-the-job injury
CHARLESTON – A state Division of Highways employee has sued the agency following an on-the-job injury.
South Charleston couple sue after FedEx truck damages home
CHARLESTON – A South Charleston couple blames FedEx and other associated corporations for property damage.
Dutch man says he was injured ziplining
BECKLEY – A Dutch man says he was injured while ziplining on a tour operated by a company based in Greenbrier County.
Woman accuses Berkeley County deputy of false arrest, battery
MARTINSBURG – A Berkeley County woman says she was falsely arrested and assaulted.
4th Circuit says W.Va., N.C. refusal to pay for transgender surgeries is discriminatory
RICHMOND, Virginia – A federal appeals court has ruled West Virginia and North Carolina’s refusal to cover some health care for transgender people with government-sponsored insurance is discriminatory.
Always Dreaming sues Mach 1 Energy Construction for breach of contract
In the United States District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia, a civil action lawsuit (Case No. 1:24-cv-00038) was filed on April 15, 2024, by Always Dreaming, LLC against Mach 1 Energy Construction, Inc., Specialty Pressuring Services, LLC, and individuals John Boyd and Christen Boyd.
Robert Hanley sues Otha Ray Adkins for negligence resulting in severe injury and damage
In the United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia, Robert Hanley has filed a civil action lawsuit against Otha Ray Adkins.
W.Va, Tenn. sue U.S. Dept. of Education over Title IX changes
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is co-leading a six-state group suing the federal Department of Education over what they call its “dangerous overhaul” of Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act.
Supreme Court reverse, remand cases involving Shepherd University police firings
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court reversed and remanded for further proceedings cases involving two Shepherd University campus police officers who contested their terminations.
West Virginia joins 21-state coalition suing ATF over gun sell rule
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office has joined a coalition of 21 states in a lawsuit opposing an ATF rule that was intended to close a loophole regarding private gun sales.
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.
WV CALA issues its 'Dirty Dozen' list of candidates with most money from trial attorneys
CHARLESTON – A statewide conservative legal reform group has issued its list of political candidates whose campaigns it says have accepted the most money from personal injury attorneys.