State of West Virginia
Recent News About State of West Virginia
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Justice appoints Scudiere and McLaughlin as circuit judges; Raleigh County position remains vacant
Gov. Jim Justice has appointed Debra Scudiere of Morgantown as the new circuit judge in Monongalia County and Debra McLaughlin of Berkeley Springs as the new circuit judge in the 23rd Circuit, which includes Morgan, Berkeley and Jefferson counties. -
Ketchum sentenced to probation, no jail time
CHARLESTON — Former state Supreme Court Justice Menis Ketchum was sentenced today in federal court to three years probation after pleading guilty in August to a federal wire fraud charge. -
Ketchum's federal wire fraud sentencing rescheduled again, now set for March 6
CHARLESTON – Former state Supreme Court Justice Menis Ketchum’s federal sentencing has been rescheduled for March 6. -
Governor's company named in another lawsuit for not paying debts
LOGAN — Another lawsuit has been filed against Gov. Jim Justice's companies, this one alleging the companies owe more than $160,000 to creditors. -
Ketchum seeks probation or fine while federal prosecutors want him to serve 6-12 months
CHARLESTON – Former state Supreme Court Justice Menis Ketchum’s attorney says his client only should be placed on probation or fined on a federal wire fraud charge. -
Commission sends four finalists to governor for Raleigh Circuit vacancy
CHARLESTON – The state Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission sent the names of four possible replacements on Raleigh Circuit Court to Gov. Jim Justice. -
Judge gives sides two months to work out details about state wage payment case
CHARLESTON – A senior status judge has given the parties in a potential class action about wage payment for state employees two months to try to work out details of the case. -
Supreme Court annuls Charles Town attorney's law license for sexual harassment of client
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals annulled the law license of a Charles Town attorney after he was convicted of a crime. -
Governor invites Trump to give State of the Union speech in West Virginia
CHARLESTON – Gov. Jim Justice has invited President Donald Trump to give the State of the Union address in West Virginia. -
Disabled woman sues after accident; driver's license was suspended
A disabled adult from Moundsville is suing health care services providers, citing alleged negligence; willful, wanton and reckless conduct; and negligent entrustment. -
Pizza Hut server claims she was fired for taking legal medical leave
A food server is suing a food company, citing alleged wrongful discharge. -
State insurance commission sues employer it says didn't have workers' compensation coverage
The state insurance commissioner is suing an employer, citing alleged violation of workers' compensation acts. -
State says employers violated law by not having workers' compensation insurance
A West Virginia government entity is suing employers, saying they don't comply with state law. -
Two men sue Union Carbide for age discrimination
CHARLESTON — Two lawsuits were filed against Union Carbide Corporation for wrongfully terminating their employment because of their ages. -
State alleges tree service failed to obtain workers' comp insurance
CHARLESTON – The state is seeking to enjoin a company from doing business in West Virginia because allegedly does not have workers' compensation insurance. -
Manchin holds off Morrisey for U.S. Senate; Jenkins, Armstead hold Supreme Court seats
Manchin holds off Morrisey for Senate; Jenkins wins one Supreme Court seat -
Candidate Lewis wants partisanship off the Supreme Court
CHARLESTON — Hiram "Buck" Lewis IV wants to get politics out of the judiciary if he is elected to the Supreme Court. -
W.Va. Child Advocacy Network raising money for child abuse victims with 'No Shave for the Brave'
CHARLESTON – For the month of November, the West Virginia Child Advocacy Network is asking law enforcement and friends across the state to stop shaving. This will be part of the second annual fall fundraiser, “No Shave for the Brave,” where money raised will help child victims of abuse across West Virginia. -
Recht was a judge who set the standard
WHEELING – The Northern Panhandle has lost one of its great citizens. Judge Arthur Recht, who just last Friday from the bench, bantered with lawyers and enjoyed himself to the fullest in his role as judge, passed away Sunday surrounded by his adoring family. -
Governor says he knows of no final settlement with McKesson; Morrisey again chides Manchin
CHARLESTON – Gov. Jim Justice says talks are continuing regarding a state settlement with a major drug company, but said nothing is finalized and that both sides are working on the issue.