News from October 2019
Automated voter registration will be implemented responsibly to avoid disenfranchising voters
CHARLESTON – Multiagency coordination is under way between lawmakers, Department of Motor Vehicles, Secretary of State, county clerks and the governor to provide West Virginia new systems to implement “opt-out” Automated Voter Registration. The process is technical, and needs to be done properly to protect against voter disenfranchisement that has occurred during implementation in other states due to old systems, gaps in technology and human error.
Want to help feed the hungry? Donate your deer this hunting season
In 2018, hunters once again stepped up to the challenge, donating 685 deer to the program resulting in 24,378 pounds of venison.
WEST VIRGINIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: Gov. Justice orders U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019, in honor of National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
In honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service, and in accordance with President Donald J. Trump’s proclamation, Gov. Jim Justice had issued a proclamation, ordering that all United States and West Virginia State flags on all State-owned facilities been displayed at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019.
FLAHERTY SENSABAUGH BONASSO PLLC: Alonzo Washington Appointed as Vice-Chair to FDCC Sections
Alonzo Washington was recently appointed by The Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel (FDCC) to serve as Vice-Chair of both the Products Liability Section and Trial Tactics, Practice and Procedures Section for the 2019-2020 year commencing October 1, 2019.
DINSMORE & SHOHL LLP: Forbes Names Dinsmore among 29 Best Labor & Employment Firms in America
Forbes has named Dinsmore & Shohl LLP among the nation’s best law firms for labor and employment practice in its inaugural America’s Top Corporate Law Firms list.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE OF WEST VIRGINIA: United States Attorney Mike Stuart Issues Statement on Election Security
United States Attorney Mike Stuart issued the following statement about the important issues of elections, election security and voter legitimacy.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE OF WEST VIRGINIA: U.S. Attorney Bill Powell Announces Progress in Making our Communities Safer through Project Safe Neighborhoods
Two years ago, the Department of Justice announced the revitalization and enhancement of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), the centerpiece of the department’s violent crime reduction strategy. PSN is an evidence-based program proven to be effective at reducing violent crime.
Magistrate reinstated in Ohio County
WHEELING — Janine Varner was sworn in as a magistrate for Ohio Magistrate Court after a brief resignation last month.
Former Wheeling University president sues university, others for hiding school’s financial troubles
WHEELING — The former president of Wheeling University is suing the university and others due to not being fully informed of the school’s financial troubles upon being offered the position.
U.S. Supreme Court won't hear appeal related to impeachment of W.Va. Supreme Court justices
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear the appeal of the dismissal of the articles of impeachment against state Supreme Court Justice Margaret Workman.
Developer sues Yeager Airport for failing to pay for property
CHARLESTON — A Charleston developer is suing Yeager Airport alleging it failed to pay for property the developer provided to the airport in 2011.
Americans for Prosperity releases annual legislative scorecard
CHARLESTON — Americans for Prosperity-West Virginia released its annual scorecard for the fourth consecutive year, highlighting how state legislators voted during the 2019 session.
Lawsuit filed against state government for state of foster care system
HUNTINGTON — Twelve foster children filed a lawsuit against the state in connection with A Better Childhood, alleging the state has failed to properly care for foster children.
Federal judge adopts recommendations in case against county magistrates
ELKINS — Federal Judge Thomas S. Kleeh adopted a magistrate judge's report and recommendations in a criminal case involving two former magistrates who were indicted on wire fraud, mail fraud and obstruction charges earlier this year.
Mountaineer Casino Racetrack & Resort patron files suit after allegedly slipping on water in restroom
NEW CUMBERLAND – A patron of a Hancock County casino alleges he slipped and fell on the premises because the business negligently allowed water to accumulate on the floor.
Woman alleges all of her possessions were destroyed due to fire at Poca storage facility
WINFIELD – A Charleston woman is suing a moving and storage company alleging that her possessions were destroyed due to the company's negligence.
BFS Foods location manager alleges she was unlawfully detained in office
KINGWOOD – A Preston County woman alleges she was she was unlawfully detained in an office by two individuals.
Ryan Environmental alleged to owe more than $75,000 on loan
KINGWOOD – A Preston County man alleges a Harrison County-based company defaulted on a loan.
Albright residents file suit against contractors after home's foundation fails
KINGWOOD – A couple alleges the foundation of their Albright home failed within a year of moving in because of the negligence of several contractors.
Former student sues Raleigh County school board for teacher's grooming tactics
BECKLEY — A lawsuit claims the Raleigh County Board of Education was negligent in the supervision of its teachers in relation to a female student at Liberty High School.