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MSHA says Massey case doesn't belong in federal court
WASHINGTON – Federal coal mine regulators say Massey Energy should challenge their actions before an independent commission, not in federal court. -
Jackson Kelly still could have committed black lung fraud, miner claims
Smoot BECKLEY -– Just because a report from a panel cleared Jackson Kelly lawyer Douglas Smoot of ethics charges in a black lung case doesn't mean the firm hasn't committed constant fraud, miner Clarence Carroll alleges in U.S. District Court. -
Man says he lost promotion after military stint
MARTINSBURG -- A former MasTec Advanced Technologies employee claims he lost out on a promotion because the United States Army called him to active duty. -
Jackson Kelly lawyers frauded miners, suit claims
BECKLEY – Black lung lawyers of the Jackson Kelly firm fraudulently deprive coal miners of rightful benefits, a retired miner claims in a civil suit. -
PERSONNEL FILE: Wiggins named to federal ERISA Council
Wiggins CLARKBURG -- U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao recently named Kevin Wiggins, an attorney in Jackson Kelly's Clarksburg office, to serve on the Department of Labor's Advisory Council on Employee Welfare and Pension Benefit Plans. -
YOUR LEGAL WRITES: The secret service of administrative assistants
If the U.S. Department of Labor maintained an endangered species list of professionals on the verge of extinction, secretaries would find themselves on the roster. -
Man says he was fired because of his age
CHARLESTON - A Kanawha County man has filed a suit against his former employer, claiming he was fired because of his age. -
This Just In: Kanawha County
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PERSONNEL FILE: Jackson Kelly welcomes Kevin Wiggins
Wiggins CHARLESTON -- Jackson Kelly has announced that Kevin Wiggins has joined the firm as counsel in the firm's Clarksburg office. -
Steptoe & Johnson sponsors Employee Benefits Seminar
CHARLESTON -- Steptoe & Johnson is the premier sponsor of the West Virginia Bar Association's Employee Benefits Seminar, which will be held Oct. 4 at the Charleston Marriott. -
Barbour man sues ICG for incident at Sago Mine
CHARLESTON - A Barbour County man has filed a lawsuit against International Coal Group after a slab of roof rock fell on him while he was working at the Sago Mine. -
Dues under investigation for new complaints of unethical behavior
CHARLESTON – In addition to its lawsuit, a Nicholas County finanical services company has filed a companion ethics complaint against a Kanawha County mental hygiene commissioner. -
Beckley seeks injunction concerning prevailing wage law
CHARLESTON - The City of Beckley has filed a lawsuit against the West Virginia Department of Labor and David Mullins, seeking an injunction and declaratory judgment concerning the renovation project on Neville Street. -
This Just In: Kanawha County
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YOUR LEGAL WRITES: Professional credentials put to the test
The nation's leading organization for paralegals believes the certified legal assistant credential is essential to receiving respect and greater opportunities in the profession of law. -
WVU law students bring unique perspective to post-Sago mine safety symposium
MORGANTOWN -- Just over a year after the Sago Mine disaster brought international attention to the issue of coal mine safety, some progress has been made toward protecting miners. -
State employee under investigation for threatening welfare recipients
CHARLESTON – A state employee who sued her employer for failing to halt a co-worker's harassment is now under investigation for her alleged role in harassing welfare recipients receiving counseling from a Westside domestic violence clinic. -
Beleaguered investor's wife suing his company
CHARLESTON - The wife of a prominent Charleston investor has sued her husband's company in an apparent move to save her house. -
Financial advisor responds to allegations
CHARLESTON - A prominent Charleston financial advisor has responded to allegations that he facilitated a misappropriation scheme. -
Federal judge dismisses discovery dispute against Jackson Kelly
A federal judge has dismissed a case filed against Jackson Kelly PLLC by a claimant who alleged the firm routinely engaged in discovery abuses in order to prevail in black lung cases.