News from 2009
Carrick had few disciplinary problems prior to '08
CHARLESTON - Prior to his suspension and subsequent annulment, records show only a handful of complaints were lodged with C. Patrick Carrick in his 31-year legal career in which only one led to disciplinary action.
Parents of boys killed in wreck can't sue state, Justices rule
Workman CHARLESTON -– Parents of two young men who drowned when their vehicle dropped off the edge of a single lane bridge can't sue the state Division of Highways, the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals has decided.
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Bicyclist sues after being struck by vehicle
CHARLESTON -— A man is suing after vehicle struck him while he was riding a bicycle.
*** W.Va. Tax Modernization Project seeks public proposals
CHARLESTON -- West Virginia Department of Revenue Secretary Virgil T. Helton and Tax Commissioner Christopher G. Morris have announced that the West Virginia Tax Modernization Project will share initial project proposals and will seek public input and ideas to modernize and improve West Virginia taxes.
Federal judge dismisses Jefferson zoning appeal
MARTINSBURG – U.S. District Judge John Preston Bailey won't second guess a West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals decision approving construction of homes on 123 acres in Jefferson County.
THEIR VIEW: Berger works her way to the top
Kercheval MORGANTOWN -- Irene Berger likes to crochet in her spare time. It takes hour after hour of pulling loops of yarn through other loops until you finally finish the pattern.
Brown considering run for Kanawha judge post
Brown CHARLESTON -- Kathy Brown, a Charleston attorney and former television anchor, is one of seven people chosen for an appointment by Gov. Joe Manchin to fill the position soon to be vacated by Judge Irene C. Berger.
PERSONNEL FILE: McCarthy joins Steptoe & Johnson
McCarthy CHARLESTON -– Steptoe & Johnson is pleased to welcome Michael McCarthy as a new associate in the firm's Charleston office.
PERSONNEL FILE: Roles named a 'Lawyer of the Year' by Best Lawyers
Roles CINCINNATI –- Four Dinsmore & Shohl attorneys, including one based in West Virginia, have been recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" by The Best Lawyers in America 2010.
Mylan sues Post-Gazette for libel
MORGANTOWN -- Mylan Pharmaceuticals is suing the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette again, this time for libel.
Brown bag lunch meeting at the State Law Library to highlight Stimulus Bill
CHARLESTON -- The State Law Library will present a free informational session on the tax implications of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, commonly known as the "Stimulus Bill," at a brown bag lunch at noon on Tuesday, Nov. 10.
Man sues two companies, two individuals for failure to pay
WAYNE -- A man doing business as Ashworth Heating & Cooling is suing four companies for breach of contract.
PERSONNEL FILE: Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso welcomes seven new attorneys
Frye CHARLESTON -– The following attorneys have joined the law firm of Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso and will practice in the firm's Charleston, Morgantown and Wheeling offices, respectively:
Loan company sues Huntington store for breach of contract
HUNTINGTON -- A loan company is suing Le CookStore Huntington and two individuals for breach of contract.