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Morrisey, lawmakers unveil legislation meant to protect those with preexisting conditions
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and legislative leaders have announced planned legislation that would maintain protections for those with preexisting conditions. -
WEST VIRGNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey, Coalition Win Victory for National Guard Soldiers
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and a 24-state coalition recently won an important ruling that protects National Guard soldiers from losing their jobs, pay and benefits after serving their communities on state active duty. -
WEST VIRGNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Urges Caution with Holiday Package Deliveries
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey urged consumers to be careful when having packages delivered to their homes. -
Morrisey, other AGs ask Supreme Court to protect Second Amendment in Maryland case
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a 21-state coalition in supporting the right of citizens to keep and bear arms. -
WEST VIRGNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Warns Consumers To Use Caution With Holiday Credit Card Offers
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey warned consumers to exercise caution when evaluating credit card offers this holiday season. -
Let’s make energy and pipelines great again
Message to all the green bullies: Oil is good, pipelines are good, and we’re not giving them up. -
WEST VIRGNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Shares Tips for Wise Holiday Giving
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey encouraged consumers to think before they open their wallet for just any charity this holiday season. -
WEST VIRGNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Underscores Need To Guard Children from Identity Theft
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey warned consumers to watch for identity theft this holiday season, especially when it comes to children using digital devices. -
WEST VIRGNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Encourages Careful Consideration of Holiday Pet Purchases
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey urged those considering a holiday pet to watch for deceitful offers as they choose a companion that best fits their family or situation. -
Looking to oust Morrisey, Sponaugle files to run for Attorney General in 2020
CHARLESTON — Delegate Isaac Sponaugle has filed papers to run for Attorney General. -
Morrisey, other AGs urge Supreme Court to overturn shutdown of Atlantic Coast Pipeline
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading an 18-state alliance urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a lower court ruling that blocked construction on the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. -
Morrisey urges quick passage of federal anti-robocall legislation
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging the U.S. Senate to take quick action and give final approval to the TRACED Act, which is legislation designed to curb unlawful robocalls. -
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Underscores Importance of Safe Cyber Monday Shopping
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey reminds consumers to use caution and protect their personal information as the holiday shopping season begins with Cyber Monday. -
AG, SSAC partnership on opioid abuse prevention program surpasses 200 prep football games
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and his office’s partnership with the West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission recently reached new heights in its mission to reduce opioid drug abuse by raising awareness among student athletes, fans and school officials. -
Morrisey leads coalition working to protect oil, natural gas jobs
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a 10-state coalition in filing comments on a move by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to replace what he calls a job-killing oil and natural gas rule. -
AG's office reminds consumers to be cautious during big holiday shopping weekend
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is reminding consumers to use caution and protect their personal information as the holiday shopping season begins with Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday. -
Morrisey, others urge U.S. Supreme Court to defend rights of traveling gun owners
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined an 18-state coalition in urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review, and ultimately overturn, a lower court ruling that would prohibit gun owners from carrying a firearm when crossing state lines. -
New bishop says Bransfield should pay church nearly $800,000, apologize to alleged victims
CHARLESTON – The new bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston says former Bishop Michael Bransfield should pay the church nearly $800,000 and apologize to make amends for his alleged financial and sexual misconduct. -
Don’t let scammers steal Christmas
Staying alert for scams can ease worries and help your holiday reach its full potential. Give yourself the gift of security this holiday season. -
AG's office claims pension advance company violated consumer protection laws
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has filed a lawsuit alleging a Nevada business violated West Virginia consumer protection laws as it offered vulnerable consumers a cash advance on their pension.