News from January 2009
McGraw, vampire of progress
When it comes to business, we always seem to be out for more blood.
Federal judge lets McGraw ruling stand
McGraw CHARLESTON -- A federal judge has denied a request by Capital One to alter his ruling in a dispute over West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw's investigation into it.
Brewer has big plans for Steptoe & Johnson
MORGANTOWN -- Perhaps the most exciting thing for Susan Brewer about becoming the first female CEO of a large West Virginia law firm is the opportunity to expand her knowledge.
Court to decide direction of disputed Hurricane election
CHARLESTON - While the next big election cycle won't begin for about another 10 to 12 months, the state Supreme Court will have a say in disputed Putnam County municipal election held 18 months ago.
McDowell judge takes over important gas royalties case
WELCH – McDowell Circuit Judge Rudolph Murensky has taken charge of litigation that will sort out rights to gas royalties all over West Virginia.
Salvage yard named in 40 suits about metal shredder
CHARLESTON – Flecks of former automobiles and appliances fall on Glasgow like rain, according to 40 lawsuits in Kanawha Circuit Court.
Copenhaver sends AT&T cell phone cases to arbitration
CHARLESTON – U.S. District Judge John Copenhaver has stopped a class action suit that accused AT&T Mobility of sneaking roadside service charges into monthly cellular telephone bills.
Putnam woman sues after falling in Civic Center bathroom
CHARLESTON - A Putnam County woman is asking the city of Charleston to compensate her for injuries she allegedly sustained while attending an ice show at the Charleston Civic Center.
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Ala. AG King defends stance in Benjamin case
King MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Legal Newsline) -- Alabama Attorney General Troy King would prefer it if those criticizing his brief in support of West Virginia Chief Justice Brent Benjamin would hold off until they read it.
Even bigger bucks coming from Eli Lilly?
Ramza-Kutz CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - The recent $1.4 billion settlement into which Eli Lilly & Co. entered with the federal government and more than 30 states may benefit those states like West Virginia that have been holding out on an agreement, a Chicago attorney recently opined.
Justices hear case of fired Pocahontas teacher
CHARLESTON – Justices of the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals must decide whether the Pocahontas Board of Education can fire its toughest critic.
Officer's alleged sexual misconduct results in two more suits against WVDOC
CHARLESTON -- Following several filed last year, two more lawsuits have been filed in 2009 against the state Division of Corrections alleging an officer at a Greenbrier County correctional facility sexually abused female inmates.
*** Standalone p1 art for 2/2 issue: Good eats!
Charleston attorney Harry Bell was part of The Greenbrier Sporting Club team headed by Chefs Frank Paris III and Hannah Reid. Bell describes his cooking talents "minimal at best." Bell's team won best use of Appalachian Raised Protein, Most Creative Menu and Grand Champion. (Photo courtesy of Harry Bell)
PERSONNEL FILE: Jackson Kelly announces new members
Clegg CHARLESTON -- Jackson Kelly is pleased to announce the promotion of six attorneys.
PERSONNEL FILE: Steptoe & Johnson announces new members
Jamieson CLARKSBURG -- Steptoe & Johnson has announced the promotion of three attorneys to membership effective Jan. 1.