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Wednesday, February 19, 2020

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Those plantiff’s attorneys who push too far

By The West Virginia Record | Feb 19, 2020

It seems like Judge Wilson assumed too much. He gave the plaintiff attorneys too much credit. He overestimated their level of maturity. To his credit, though, he seems to be losing his patience, and it’s about time.

Traci M. Cook Joins the Law Offices of Kelly R. Reed, PLLC

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2020

Experienced West Virginia (WV) attorney Traci M. Cook joined the Law Offices of Kelly R. Reed, PLLC, a Morgantown law firm, on February 3, 2020. She brings with her the lessons, knowledge, and skills gained in a career of more than 20 years in law.

Bill that would give pay raises to all West Virginia judges passes state Senate

By Chris Dickerson | Feb 18, 2020

CHARLESTON – A bill that would provide pay raises of roughly 20 percent for judges in West Virginia has passed the state Senate. The Senate voted 29-3 in favor of Senate Bill 597 on Feb. 17. It now heads to the House of Delegates.

Douglas says family law experience is key during Supreme Court campaign

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 18, 2020

CHARLESTON — Family Court Judge Jim Douglas believes there needs to be a judge on the state Supreme Court with substantial family law experience.

Creditor appeals bankrupty, opposes plan to reorganize and maintain Crossings Mall

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 18, 2020

Three notices of appeal were filed in bankruptcy cases involving Tara Retail Group and Crossings Mall.

WVU Law ranks 5th in nation for public service, public interest

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 18, 2020

PreLaw Magazine named West Virginia University College of Law among the top schools for public service and public interest.

DINSMORE & SHOHL LLP: Dinsmore Among Top State, National Counsel in Bond Buyer Rankings

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2020

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP earned high marks in The Bond Buyer 2019 rankings, including being ranked second overall in Kentucky and Ohio and first in Pennsylvania for the number of transactions.

DINSMORE & SHOHL LLP: Dinsmore’s Commitment to LGBTQ Equality Recognized by Human Rights Campaign

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2020

Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is among 92 companies or corporations to appear for the first time on this year’s Human Rights Campaign Foundation Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s premier benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality.

West Virginia University hires alumna with local, international training to head professional development programs

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 18, 2020

MORGANTOWN – West Virginia University has chosen Lauren McCartney as its new director of Continuing Legal Education.

BOWLES RICE LLP: Bowles Rice Welcomes New Attorney to Charleston Office

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2020

Bowles Rice LLP issued the following announcement on Feb. 17.Bowles Rice is pleased to welcome attorney W.

ATTORNEY'S OFFICE OF WEST VIRGINIA: United States Attorney Mike Stuart Launches Public Service Announcements (PSAs)

By Press release submission | Feb 18, 2020

United States Attorney Mike Stuart is launching two PSAs that speak directly to the people of West Virginia about priorities of the Department of Justice and the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia – elder fraud and maintaining “tough on crime” efforts.

Special needs student sues Kanawha County Schools for not properly providing for students

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 17, 2020

CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County student is suing the county school system and Kanawha County Schools Superintendent Ron Duerring after the student claims children are punished if they have special needs.

Companies sue insurance providers for denying alleged covered claim

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 17, 2020

WHEELING — Par Enterprises is suing Harco National Insurance Company for denying a claim from a covered incident.

Man sues UPS for ADA violations

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 17, 2020

CHARLESTON — A man is suing United Parcel Services Inc. (UPS) for allegedly failing to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Man sues Liberty Mutual for breach of contract

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 17, 2020

HUNTINGTON — A Mercer County man is suing Liberty Mutual Insurance Company alleging it misrepresented his policy to him and breached its contract.

Morrisey, other AGs reject $18 billion settlement with big three opioid distributors

By Chris Dickerson | Feb 17, 2020

CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and AGs from 20 other states rejected an $18 billion settlement offer from the three leading opioid distributors.

Couple sues American Red Cross for injuries during blood drive

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 14, 2020

ELKINS — A man and his wife are suing the Red Cross after injuries were sustained during a blood drive.

Man sues Philip Morris for tobacco additives

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 14, 2020

ELKINS — A man is suing Philip Morris USA Inc. after he claims it misrepresented its products and caused him injuries.

Woman sues American Public University System for discrimination

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 14, 2020

MARTINSBURG — A lawsuit filed against American Public University System has been transferred into U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia from Pennsylvania.

Bill Warner & Son Towing seeks to recover cleanup fees for massive egg spill

By Kyla Asbury | Feb 14, 2020

Bill Warner & Son Towing & Recovery is suing AGCS Marine Insurance Company and Interchange Group Inc., alleging the defendants failed to pay more than $175,000 on an invoice.