News from August 2018
BORDAS & BORDAS PLLC: How Do You Become a Lawyer?
While attending law school is clearly one of the requirements, there are a number of other steps along the way of reaching the goal of becoming a lawyer. These steps often begin as early as high school or even one’s first year of college.
ORRICK: Orrick Named One of the Best Law Firms for Women by Working Mother Magazine
Orrick is honored to once again be named one of the “Best Law Firms for Women” by Working Mother magazine.
DITRAPANO BARRETT DIPIERO MCGINLEY & SIMMONS PLLC: What Is a Contingency Fee and How Does It Work?
Regardless of the type of lawsuit you’re filing, you may be worrying about how you’ll pay for reliable and knowledgeable legal representation.
BARNEY LAW PLLC: You're fired! Wrongful Discharge in West Virginia
We all have had jobs that, for one reason or another, just didn’t work out.
WARNER LAW OFFICES PLLC: Several steps are wise to take following slip-and-fall accidents
When people in West Virginia go shopping, they naturally expect to remain safe during their store visits.
BORDAS & BORDAS PLLC: Arbitration Agreements Can Be Bad News for Employees – What You Need to Know
In my work representing injured workers, I am increasingly seeing a disturbing pattern of employers having employees sign arbitration agreements.
Blankenship files petition with state Supreme Court to be put on November ballot
CHARLESTON — U.S. Senate-hopeful Don Blankenship filed a petition on Thursday with the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals requesting that the court order Secretary of State Mac Warner to put him on the ballot for the November election.
West Virginia concealed carry permits recognized in 10 more states
CHARLESTON — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has affirmed recognition of West Virginia's concealed carry permits for 10 states.
Ohio couple alleges Fat Patty's negligence caused wife's injuries
HUNTINGTON — An Ohio couple is suing a Huntington bar and grill operator, alleging negligence caused injuries to the wife.
AG's office sues Fayette Co. firewood equipment dealer, manufacturer
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office has filed a lawsuit alleging a Fayette County firewood sales and equipment operation jeopardized the physical safety and financial well-being of consumers.
Woman in her 80s accuses Kanawha County restaurant of wrongful termination
CHARLESTON — A former employee is suing a Kanawha County restaurant and supervisor, alleging age discrimination and wrongful termination.
Wesbanco alleges Tavern Off The Green failed to pay four loans
HUNTINGTON – A Huntington business is alleged to have defaulted on four loans.
Mexican restaurant in Wheeling allegedly didn't pay server minimum wage
WHEELING – A former server of a Wheeling restaurant alleges that she was never paid a minimum wage.
Kanawha sheriff alleges Pritchard Mining owes more than $120,000 in taxes
CHARLESTON – A mining company in Kanawha County is alleged to have failed to pay property taxes for three years.
Brooke Co. man accuses State Police of violating SORA
CHARLESTON — A Brooke County man is suing the state police, alleging breach of duty.
Mining company alleges Cabell Co. energy business owes $125,000
HUNTINGTON — A mining company is suing a Cabell County business customer, alleging it owes $125,000 for breach of contract.
Maryland contractor alleges business customer owes $38,000
KEYSER — A Maryland mechanical contractor is suing Mineral County business customers, alleging they owe more than $38,000 for breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Division of Corrections van passenger alleges he was injured in state Route 55 crash
CHARLESTON – A Fayette County man alleges he was injured as a passenger in a Division of Corrections van when the driver struck another vehicle in Nicholas County.
River City Roofing alleged to owe more than $40,000 for insurance policy
CHARLESTON – A Charleston insurance company alleges that a company failed to pay for its insurance policy.
Farrell fills Loughry's seat; Walker disagrees about him possibly being Acting Chief Justice
CHARLESTON – Cabell Circuit Judge Paul T. Farrell has been appointed to fill suspended Justice Allen Loughry's seat on the state Supreme Court.