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Providers, advocates file federal lawsuit against state's 'extreme' abortion ban
CHARLESTON — Abortion providers and advocates have filed a federal lawsuit challenging West Virginia’s near-total abortion ban passed into law last year.
Hearing scheduled for employees' retaliation claims against Ohio County Commission
WHEELING – A circuit court judge has scheduled a hearing regarding alleged retaliation by the Ohio County Commission against some sheriff’s department employees.
Wilson, Hoxie appointed to circuit court judge positions
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has appointed two men to fill vacant circuit court judge positions.
Former administrative law judge awarded $2.2 million verdict in discrimination trial
CHARLESTON – A former administrative law judge has been awarded a $2.2 million verdict following a month-long gender discrimination trial.
Man says cemetery company buried his wife improperly
HUNTINGTON – A Milton man says a cemetery company buried his wife improperly, possibly damaging her vault and making it impossible for him to be buried alongside her.
Former Lottery employee says he was discriminated against, wrongfully terminated
CHARLESTON – A former social media manager for the West Virginia Lottery says he was harassed and bullied after he requested to work from home because of a medical issue.
Black woman accuses Division of Correction of racial discrimination
CHARLESTON – A Black woman accuses a state agency of racial discrimination after she was accused of cheating on a basic training correction academy exam.
Another lawsuit filed related to sexual misconduct of state parole officers
CHARLESTON – Another lawsuit has been filed related misconduct and sexual assault by state parole officers working in the Parkersburg office.
Embattled family court judge announces retirement
Raleigh County Family Court Judge Louise E. Goldston submitted her retirement letter January 30 to Governor Jim Justice and West Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice Beth Walker.
Ohio County deputies respond to statement from county commission about lawsuits
WHEELING – Employees for the Ohio County Sheriff’s Department say recent actions by the county commission constitute a threat to public safety.
Morrisey raises concerns on DirecTV cancellation of Newsmax
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has sent a letter to the CEO of DirecTV about his concerns over the company’s recent cancellation of Newsmax.
Dunbar, officers want civil case stayed pending federal criminal investigation
CHARLESTON – The defendants in a police brutality civil lawsuit have asked a federal court to stop all discovery until the conclusion of a parallel criminal investigation.
Former OEM dispatcher accuses supervisors, trainers of harassment
KINGWOOD – A former Preston County Office of Emergency Management dispatcher says she was subjected to inappropriate sexual conduct and retaliation after she reported her concerns to county officials.
Morrisey joins coalition lawsuit against DOL rule implementing ‘woke’ ESG agenda
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a coalition of 25 states in suing the U.S. Department of Labor over a recently issued rule governing certain investment practices.
Former Frontier employee claims racial, ethnic discrimination
CHARLESTON – A former employee of Frontier Communications says he was a victim of racial and ethnic discrimination.
Familiar topics highlight legislative agendas regarding legal reforms
CHARLESTON – Tax plans might be taking up most of the talk so far in the 2023 legislative session, but there are some legal reform issues that likely will draw focus from lawmakers.
Former employee accuses company of racial discrimination
BECKLEY – A Black man accuses a former employer of racial discrimination.
Woman accuses Prestera Center of wrongful termination, age discrimination, retaliation
CHARLESTON – A woman is accusing Prestera Center of wrongful termination and age discrimination after she reported patient safety concerns as well as discrimination and retaliation issues.
Manufacturer sues over West Virginia's restriction on abortion drug
HUNTINGTON – The manufacturer of an abortion pill has sued to overturn West Virginia’s ban on abortion, saying it restricts access to a drug approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration.
Widow blames CAMC, doctor for husband's death
CHARLESTON – The widow of a Kanawha County man blames Charleston Area Medical Center and a physician for his death.