News from May 2008
The May 13 primary election: We can be proud
CHARLESTON -- With the canvassing almost complete and the results just about final, it is my pleasure to look back on the May 13 primary and commend everyone connected with the election on a job well done.
PERSONNEL FILE: New members admitted to State Bar
CHARLESTON -- The following lawyers were admitted to practice law in the State of West Virginia during a ceremony before the Supreme Court of Appeals on May 20.
Patent inventorship rights leads to federal case
VIENNA – A Kansas corporation is seeking punitive and compensatory damages following the unauthorized use of its patent.
Martinsburg man sues ex-business partner, others for $2 million
CAPON BRIDGE -- A Martinsburg man is seeking more than $2 million dollars from his former business partner and has accused him of fraud.
ALL THINGS JURY: Looking forward with post-trial juror interviews
One of the most effective research methods in a trial consultant's toolbox is the post-trial interview with members of the actual jury panel.
Widow names 30 companies in asbestos suit
HUNTINGTON - A Kanawha County woman has filed an asbestos suit against 30 companies, claiming they are responsible for her husband's illness and subsequent death.
Woman says Bath Fitter responsible for water damage, mold
CHARLESTON - A Putnam County woman has filed a suit against the company that installed her one-piece bathtub, claiming they failed to connect the drainpipes, causing water damage and mold in her residence.
Steptoe & Johnson honored by Legal Aid of West Virginia
CHARLESTON -- Steptoe & Johnson has been named the recipient of the "2007 Law Firm Award for Outstanding Pro Bono Representation of West Virginians."
PERSONNEL FILE: Christa Dotson joins Jenkins Fenstermaker
HUNTINGTON -– Christa Dotson, a native of West Virginia, is the most recent attorney to join Jenkins Fenstermaker. She was sworn in May 20.
Charleston attorneys seek WVU grads for class-action suit
Garrison CHARLESTON - Two Charleston attorneys are on the search for graduates who believe their degrees from West Virginia University are now less valuable after a recent degree scandal.
Former Solicitor General: Benjamin bullheaded on recusal issue
Benjamin CHARLESTON - The center of controversy on the state Supreme Court may have shifted to Justice Brent Benjamin.
In search of the puppeteer
Democrat primary voters have spoken. West Virginia State Supreme Court Justice Spike Maynard won't return to the bench next year.
Winfield girls basketball coach sued over fatal traffic accident
CHARLESTON - A Kanawha County man has filed a suit against Winfield High School's girls basketball coach who hit and killed a woman in South Charleston.
Cabell woman sues over wheelchair brake failure
CHARLESTON - A Cabell County woman has filed a suit against a medical equipment company after she was injured after her wheelchair was refurbished.
Fayette man sues for on-the-job injuries
CHARLESTON - A Fayette County man has filed a suit against a recycling company where he worked after he was seriously injured on the job.
Conductor sues CSX for work injury
CHARLESTON - A West Virginia man is suing CSX Transportation after he was injured while working as a conductor for the railroad.
Court giving Williamson attorney one more last chance
CHARLESTON - When the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals gave William Duty of Williamson one last chance to save his law license at oral arguments in January, he didn't show up.
Justices to hear case to retire Cabell magistrate
Qualls CHARLESTON - Cabell County Magistrate Alvie Qualls, foggy from a stroke and weakening in heart and mind, reverted to an adolescent lusting for a ride down Snake Road.
THIS JUST IN: Kanawha County
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