News from 2018
JVAC taking applications for vacant state Supreme Court seat, new circuit judge spot
CHARLESTON – The state Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission is now receiving applications for the vacancy on the state Supreme Court. It also is accepting applications for a circuit judge position in the state's 19th Judicial Circuit covering Barbour and Taylor counties. This new position was created by the state Legislature.
Warner wants Legislature to review BRIM operations after $3M in lawsuit settlements
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner wants a “comprehensive review” of operating procedures for the state’s Board of Risk & Insurance Management.
DINSMORE & SHOHL LLP: Dinsmore Recognized as Top Performer for Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
For a second year, the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity has named Dinsmore & Shohl LLP a top performer among its member law firms.
BOWLES RICE: Bowles Rice Welcomes New Attorney to Martinsburg Office
Bowles Rice is pleased to announce that attorney Nicola D. Smith has joined the firm’s Martinsburg, West Virginia office.
Kaufman scholar-in-residence at Robert Morris University
CHARLESTON — Kanawha Circuit Judge Tod J. Kaufman recently participated in a presidential scholar-in-resident program at Robert Morris University in Moon, Pennsylvania.
Five more lawsuits filed against Beckley Drilling & Blasting for property damage
LOGAN — Five complaints were filed against Beckley Drilling & Blasting by Logan County residents who claim their homes were damaged due to blasting.
Lawsuits say T&S Paving failed to pay more than $80,000
PRINCETON — Three lawsuits were filed against T&S Paving by asphalt and construction companies who claim T&S breached its contract with them.
Big Jim is making himself look small
Prior to his recent retirement, 79-year-old Big Jim Hatfield had been Mingo County Clerk for 16 years. He assumed the position in 2002 at the age of 63, right about the time most people are retiring. Prior to that, he was a county commissioner and deputy sheriff. He is well known throughout Mingo County and the rest of southern West Virginia.
General election a huge success for West Virginia
CHARLESTON – I am very pleased to report that West Virginia hosted a very successful November General Election.vHere are a few of the highlights from my perspective as the state’s chief elections officer.
Prosecutors call Loughry 'vindictive and vengeful' in response to motion for new trial
CHARLESTON – Federal prosecutors paint former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry as “vindictive and vengeful,” “not credible,” retaliatory and one who “would not hesitate to flex his power and authority to get what he wanted.”
Kanawha Co. woman says two doctors performed unnecessary procedure on her
CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing two doctors, saying they negligently performed an unnecessary mastectomy and breast reconstruction on her.
Patient accuses Logan County medical providers of negligence diagnosis
LOGAN — A patient is suing Logan County medical providers, alleging negligence.
Former employee accuses Williamson heath care facility of disability discrimination
CHARLESTON — A former employee is suing a Williamson health care facility, alleging violation of the West Virginia Human Rights Act and wrongful termination.
Patient alleges Logan doctors negligently diagnosed case of Crohn's disease
LOGAN — A Logan County patient is suing the county medical facility, alleging medical negligence.
Valley Grove homeowners allege State Farm failed to cover damages
WHEELING — Homeowners is suing State Farm Fire and Casualty Company, a licensed insurer, citing alleged breach of insurance contract.
Raleigh Co. woman accuses Dodge of selling defective vehicle
BECKLEY — A Raleigh County woman is suing a Chrysler/Dodge automobile dealer, alleging breach of implied and express warranties.
Consumer accuses capital management business of unfair collection practices
CLARKSBURG — A Preston County man is suing debt collectors, alleging false and deceptive debt collection practices.
Blankenship critical after DOJ says federal conviction should not be vacated
BECKLEY – The Department of Justice is asking a federal court to maintain the conviction of former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship.
Lawsuits filed over deaths after car accident
LOGAN — Two lawsuits have been filed against Asplundh Tree Experts over the deaths of two women after a car accident.
BOWLES RICE: Bowles Rice Ranked Among 2019 "Best Law Firms"
Bowles Rice LLP has earned national and regional recognition among the 2019 “Best Law Firms,” named by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®.