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Attorney General Morrisey Blasts Biden Pistol Brace Rule
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Friday blasted President Biden’s Department of Justice’s release of a final rule governing “Stabilizing Braces."
Second lawsuit filed team accuses hotel manager of racial discrimination
CHARLESTON – A second lawsuit has been filed related to a group of youth cheerleaders who claim they were victim of racial discrimination by a South Charleston hotel.
Trial scheduled for Marshall discrimination suit
HUNTINGTON — A trial is set for November for a lawsuit against the Marshall University Board of Governors alleging discrimination.
Second lawsuit filed for gas leak, explosion
CHARLESTON — A second lawsuit has been filed against Mountaineer Gas Company for a gas leak and explosion that caused damages.
Morrisey, other AGs filed brief against VA’s abortion rule
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a coalition of 17 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of a Texas nurse who says the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs shouldn’t be able to force her to participate in any abortion-related services.
Attorney General Morrisey Warns Consumers of Sweepstakes Scam
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey warns consumers to be on guard when notified of winning a sweepstakes, especially those associated with the name of a legitimate company or government agency.
Parents file civil suit against man sentenced for sexually assaulting, abusing daughter
WELLSBURG – The parents of a young girl have filed a civil lawsuit against a man who has been sentenced for sexually assaulting and abusing the girl.
Morrisey announces $83 million opioid settlement with Walgreens
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has announced a settlement has been reached between his office and Walgreens for $83 million.
Appeals court vacates ruling against Parkways Authority over Turnpike toll fees
RICHMOND, Va. – A federal appeals court has sent a case involving administrative fees for people who don’t pay West Virginia Turnpike tolls back to district court.
United States Attorney Will Thompson to Address West Virginia Board of Education
United States Attorney Will Thompson appeared before the West Virginia Board of Education during its 9 a.m. meeting on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, to promote career technical education law and public safety programs.
Morrisey joins in letter to proxy advisory firms about concerns with ESG voting guidelines
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a 21-state coalition in writing a letter to two of the nation’s largest proxy advisory firms about concerns with how environmental, social and governance considerations affect the firms’ proxy voting recommendations and conflict with the financial interests of their clients.
Couple sues Marshall University for infection from surgical procedure
HUNTINGTON — A couple is suing Marshall University Board of Governors alleging it deviated from the applicable standard of care after a surgical procedure.
Intermediate appellate court affirms decision to deny pre-existing injury claim for workers' comp benefits
CHARLESTON — The Intermediate Court of Appeals ruled that a man's cervical facet injections claim was rightfully denied.
Woman's estate blames Highland Hospital, staff for her suicide
CHARLESTON – The estate of a Putnam County woman blames Highland Hospital and staff members for negligent care, resulting in the woman’s suicide.
Woman says she was fired after business owner wrongly told customers she had COVID
CHARLESTON – A woman claims she was wrongfully terminated from her job after the owner and other employees falsely told customers she had tested positive for COVID-19.
United States Attorney Will Thompson to Help Mark National Human Trafficking Awareness Day
United States Attorney Will Thompson joined with officials from the Charleston YWCA and other key stakeholders on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. for National Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
Man says he fell from Cabela's tree stand that was similar to recalled product
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County man says he was severely injured after his tree stand purchased at Cabela’s failed despite a similar stand had been recalled for safety issues.
Man claims he was wrongfully fired while on COVID leave, accused of stealing company vehicle
HUNTINGTON – A Cabell County man says he was wrongfully terminated while on COVID-19 medical leave and falsely accused of stealing a company vehicle.
Rawle & Henderson Announces the Promotion of Eight New Firm Partners
Rawle & Henderson, LLP is pleased to announce that the following eight attorneys have been promoted to Partners of the Firm: Matthew Chapman, Susan Dean, Thomas DiStefano, Joelle Florax, Iolanda D’Ambrosi-Francavilla, Patrice O’Brien, Jocelyne C. Peregoy and David Samlin.
Intermediate court says man was rightfully awarded 5 percent disability
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals ruled that a man was rightfully awarded only 5 percent permanent partial disability.