News from October 2019
Ohio AG to colleagues: Let's limit fees to private lawyers in opioid settlement
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Legal Newsline) - Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has warned his fellow AGs that a reported $50 billion settlement of opioid claims will fall apart unless the states demand tight controls on fees to private lawyers and make sure the rest of the money is directed toward programs designed to address the opioid crisis, instead of state general funds.
AG's office reminds consumers to research contractors before hiring
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is reminding consumers who are considering home improvements to do their homework before hiring a contractor.
DOJ watchdog isn't impressed with the opioid 'Whistleblower'; What will jurors in historic trial think?
CLEVELAND (Legal Newsline) – Is he blowing the whistle or passing the buck? A badge-flashing, gun-toting bulldog, or an ineffective bureaucrat? Is he defined by an appearance on "60 Minutes," or the fact that trial lawyers pay him $500 for 60 minutes of his time?
D.C. attorney files federal lawsuit saying state ODC has no jurisdiction over his work
WASHINGTON – A Washington, D.C., attorney claims the state Office of Disciplinary Counsel has no jurisdiction over his work despite a complaint having been filed against him.
We’re enjoying Richard Neely’s retirement, and so should he
The problem with Richard Neely’s “real experience” is the same as Darrell McGraw’s: we had to live through it, too. We’re old enough to remember it, not old enough to have forgotten.
Woman sues state corrections department for father's death, alleged cover up
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation after she claims they attempted to cover up her father's death in 2017.
Local newspapers continue to keep us informed
WASHINGTON – For as long as our great nation has existed, newspapers have been part of the fabric that strengthens our democracy and makes our communities stronger.
TOPDOG Legal Marketing Announces New Brand, Law Firm Marketing Model
TOPDOG Legal Marketing, an attorney-led team serving law firms nationwide, is excited to reveal its new brand and announce expanded options to better serve its clients
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: Department of Labor Investigation Results in West Virginia Laundry Service Paying $66,641 in Back Wages and Damages
After an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division (WHD), Superior Industrial Laundries Inc. – a commercial laundry facility based in Fairmont, West Virginia – has paid $66,641 in back wages and liquidated damages to 36 employees to resolve overtime violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR: Department of Labor Cites West Virginia Contractor for Exposing Employees to Falls, Other Workplace Hazards
The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Roofing Solutions LLC – based in Charleston, West Virginia – for exposing employees to falls, and other safety and health hazards at worksites in Charleston and Nitro, West Virginia.
ORRICK HERRINGTON: The #MeToo Movement Two Years Later: Cross-Border Impact in the Workplace
Two years after the start of the #MeToo movement, multinational companies are still navigating the movement's impact on the workplace and corporate reputational risk.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE OF WEST VIRGINIA: United States Attorney Mike Stuart 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.
REED SMITH LLP: 12 months in health care law: A roller coaster journey
Please join Nan Halstead for an informative and entertaining review of many of the key regulatory developments and court rulings in health care law over the past 12 months.
Judge schedules trials for two magistrates
ELKINS — A federal judge last week denied two deferred prosecution agreements for two magistrate judges after previously adopting a report and recommendation in their criminal cases.
Two former coal miners sue manufacturers for lung disease
WAYNE — Two lawsuits were filed against Mine Safety Appliances Company alleging they were diagnosed with serious lung diseases after working as coal miners for many years.
Men sue animal clinics for dog's death
HUNTINGTON — A lawsuit was filed against Tri-State Animal E-R and Stonecrest Animal Clinic after two men's chihuahua died while under their care.
Men sue Milton, officials for demolishing two structures
HUNTINGTON —Two men are suing the city of Milton and its mayor and code enforcement official, alleging the city wrongfully demolished two properties instead of one.
Former officers sue Shepherd University for discrimination
MARTINSBURG — Two men filed a lawsuit against Shepherd University alleging the university discriminated against them based on their ages.
Auto dealership sues state Trooper for civil rights violations
KEYSER — A used auto dealership and its owners followed through with a notice of intent and filed a lawsuit against a West Virginia state Trooper alleging civil rights violations.
Salango wants to bring West Virginia's economy into 21st century
CHARLESTON – Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango has thrown his hat into the ring for the 2020 gubernatorial race. Salango, a Democrat, made the formal announcement Oct. 10 in Charleston, where his law firm Preston & Salango is located.