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Judicial reform commissioner among attorneys suspended for CLE violations

CHARLESTON – Twenty-six lawyers soon will have their licenses suspended for failing to take mandatory continuing education. Included is a former Kanawha Circuit judge who’s a member of the blue ribbon commission appointed by Gov. Joe Manchin to recommend improvements … Read More »

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Supreme Court documentary to debut Sept. 2

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CHARLESTON -– A 27-minute documentary about the history of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, the Supreme Court Chamber designed by architect Cass Gilbert, and the structure of the West Virginia court system will be debuted at 6 p.m. September 2 at the West Virginia Culture Center.
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Crime Victims Compensation Fund workshop set for Wednesday

CHARLESTON — The State Law Library will present a free educational workshop on the West Virginia Crime Victims Compensation Fund at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 26. Trish Webster, Community Liaison and Outreach Administrator of the Fund, will discuss the … Read More »

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Md. AG, chemical manufacturer reach settlement over W.Va. plant

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BALTIMORE -– Maryland Attorney General Doug Gansler announced Tuesday that his office reached a settlement with PPG Industries Inc. over allegations the company polluted Maryland air and water.
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Benjamin dissents in Cabell murder case

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Benjamin

CHARLESTON – West Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice Brent Benjamin says a recent decision will hinder the fight against reducing domestic violence.
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