CHARLESTON -- A legal reform group again is asking for lawmakers to examine the state Judicial Investigation Commission, noting that one of its members is a “major donor” to a state Supreme Court justice for whom it just issued a favorable ruling. West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse says Wheeling attorney Robert Fitzsimmons and his coworkers have been major supporters of Justice Robin Jean Davis’ political campaigns.
CHARLESTON – A legal reform group is calling on the West Virginia Legislature to study the Judicial Investigation Commission after its handling of a recent complaint against Justice Robin Jean Davis. West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse called the JIC “a secret court for judges.” WV CALA says lawmakers needs to set up a study of the JIC, its appointment process and its investigative process. “West Virginians deserve courts that are fair and impartial, and the latest report from the Sup
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has suspended a Beckley attorneys law license for three years. On July 22, the Supreme Court issued its mandate, suspending David S.
CHARLESTON – The man who filed an ethics complaint against state Supreme Court Justice Robin Jean Davis and a statewide legal reform group are blasting Tuesday’s dismissal of the complaint. Bill Maloney issued a statement Wednesday chastising the state Judicial Investigation Commission for its “elitist” ruling, and West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse said the decision was “light on facts.” “One thing is clear, there are obviously still a different set of rules for the elitist class of
CHARLESTON – Looking for a new home? Here’s one to consider: A 20,000-square-foot home with eight bedrooms and 13 bathrooms. The 17-acre estate also features an infinity swimming pool, a tennis court, a carriage house and spectacular views of downtown Charleston. That mansion, which was built by West Virginia Supreme Court Justice Robin Jean Davis and attorney Scott Segal in 2001, will be on the market soon.
CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has agreed to suspend the law license of a West Virginia attorney. The Lawyer Disciplinary Board instituted the consolidated lawyer disciplinary proceedings against David S.
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has ruled certain nursing home documents are open to discovery for trials while others are not. On Tuesday, the Justices issued a ruling in a wrongful death case brought by Tom Hanna against HCR ManorCare, claiming Heartland of Charleston was negligent in her care during her time at the home.
By KYLA ASBURY CHARLESTON – In a ruling allowing two claimants to receive permanent partial disability benefits, the state Supreme Court says previous memorandum decisions did not fully consider or analyze applicable statutory law as thoroughly and thoughtfully. "Given the abbreviated factual and legal discussion set forth in this Court’s memorandum decisions, we cannot say that such prior decisions have fully considered and analyzed the applicable statutory and jurisprudential law as thorough
By CHRIS DICKERSON CHARLESTON – One state Supreme Court justice stands behind his vote in a recent ruling allowing juries decide if residents who have broken the law to obtain and use prescription painkillers can sue physicians and pharmacies for their addictions. Justice Brent Benjamin said the 3-2 ruling should be examined not on “gut emotions and the ‘badness’ of the parties,” but rather on the fact that the state Legislature and governor already have fully considered the wrongful conduct r
CHARLESTON – One state Supreme Court justice stands behind his vote in a recent ruling allowing juries decide if residents who have broken the law to obtain and use prescription painkillers can sue physicians and pharmacies for their addictions.
CHARLESTON – In a ruling allowing two claimants to receive permanent partial disability benefits, the state Supreme Court says previous memorandum decisions did not fully consider or analyze applicable statutory law as thoroughly and thoughtfully.
CHARLESTON – The executive director for a statewide legal reform group says a recent state Supreme Court opinion will encourage criminals to file lawsuits and make a “mockery” of the judicial system.
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has ruled the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act applies to a homeowner's association's attempts to collect delinquent assessments.
CHARLESTON – Former gubernatorial candidate Bill Maloney on Thursday said he has filed a Judicial Investigation Commission complaint regarding Justice Robin Jean Davis, her husband and a personal injury lawyer who purchased a jet from them.
