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For second straight session, citizen-only voting measure dies in House
CHARLESTON – For the second consecutive session, a resolution that would have amended the state Constitution to ensure only United States citizens vote in West Virginia elections again died in the House of Delegates.
How can you hate equity and inclusion?
That “rocket ship to prosperity” we heard about eight years ago now looks a lot like the Camden Park roller coaster. We’re stepping off the ride at the same place as we got on the ride. We haven’t moved. We were 50th then, and we are 50th now. No amusement at this amusement park.
Asbestos evidence could soon vanish, with defendants alleging it's part of a cover-up
WILMINGTON, Del. (Legal Newsline) - The planned destruction of evidence in asbestos cases would keep defendants from finding fraud by plaintiff lawyers, defendants say, as a group of state attorneys general have joined their fight to preserve it.
Steptoe & Johnson Names New Managing Members for Denver and Oklahoma City Offices
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC has named Scott M. Campbell the Managing Member of the firm’s Denver office and Laura H. McConnell-Corbyn the Managing Member of the Oklahoma City office.
Jackson Kelly Reflects on the Passing of a Titan in the Legal Arena
Jackson Kelly is deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Thomas (Tom) Potter, a giant in the West Virginia Bar and a model of civic responsibility.
Federal judge dismisses grandmother's request to overturn state judge's custody rulings
CHARLESTON – A federal judge has dismissed a complaint filed by a grandmother seeking to either adopt or be granted visits with her grandson who is in foster care.
Steptoe & Johnson Welcomes Daniel Garcia and Tiffany Spiker to Growing Energy Practice
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is pleased to welcome Daniel A. Garcia as Of Counsel and Tiffany L. Spiker as an Associate in the firm’s Energy and Natural Resources Department.
Man says he was injured during procedure at CAMC
CHARLESTON – A Fayette County man has filed a medical malpractice suit against CAMC after he claims he was injured during a procedure that led to further medical issues and hospital stays.
Attorney General McCuskey joins defense of President Trump’s efforts to deport violent Tren De Aragua gang at SCOTUS
West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey joined a coalition of 27 attorneys general in defending the Trump Administration’s recent actions to combat the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.
Citizen-only voting measure seems likely to die again in House
CHARLESTON – A resolution that would amend the state Constitution to ensure only United States citizens vote in West Virginia elections unanimously seems to be headed to death in the House of Delegates again this session.
Attorney General McCuskey leads SCOTUS amicus brief challenging D.C.’s high-capacity magazine and assault weapons ban
West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey is leading a coalition of 26 attorneys general, asking the U.S. Supreme Court to hear a challenge of Washington D.C.’s so-called high-capacity magazine and assault weapons ban.
Respected Charleston attorney Tom Potter dies
CHARLESTON – A respected Charleston attorney and civic leader has passed away.Tom Potter died March 31.
United States Attorney’s Office and Task Force Honored for Dismantling Violent Criminal Enterprise
Washington-Baltimore HIDTA has recognized two Assistant United States Attorneys from the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of West Virginia and members of the Eastern Panhandle Drug & Violent Crimes Task Force for an investigation that dismantled a tri-state drug trafficking operation.
Guardians of Greenbrier West wrestlers file another lawsuit related to hotel rapes
BECKLEY – Guardians of two Greenbrier West High School wrestlers have filed a second lawsuit related to their sons’ alleged rapes by other team members during a stay at a Raleigh County hotel.
Steptoe & Johnson Honors Eight Attorneys and Professional Staff as “Women Who Inspire”
To celebrate Women’s History Month, Steptoe & Johnson is wrapping up its annual Women Who Inspire series, which has highlighted four female leaders of notable companies each week in March.
Woman says she was raped by male inmate at regional jail
CHARLESTON – A Mingo County woman says she was raped by a male inmate while incarcerated at a regional jail facility.
Estate blames Mon Health, Vandalia Health for man's death
CHARLESTON – The widow of Tucker County man blames Mon Health and Vandalia Health for his death.
Woman blames doctor, CAMC for injuries during procedure
CHARLESTON – A Lincoln County woman says she was severely injured during a botched medical procedure.
Citizen-only voting resolution unanimously passes state Senate
CHARLESTON – A resolution that would amend the state Constitution to ensure only United States citizens vote in West Virginia elections unanimously has passed the state Senate.
McCuskey joins group supporting Trump in case against Venezuelan gang
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General J.B. McCuskey is part of a coalition of 27 attorneys general in defending the Trump administration’s recent actions to combat the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua.