News from August 2020
Circuit judge denies Diocese's motion to dismiss sexual assault case
NEW CUMBERLAND – A circuit court judge has denied the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston's motion to dismiss a lawsuit by a Virginia man who alleges a priest with a history of such offenses sexually assaulted him when he was an altar boy growing up in the Northern Panhandle.
Lincoln, Logan courthouses shut down indefinitely over COVID-19 concerns
LOGAN – Two more county courthouses are shutting down this week because of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Delegate wants special session for bill to protect businesses, schools, churches from COVID lawsuits
CHARLESTON – A member of the House of Delegates is pushing for legislation that would protect teachers, school systems, churches and businesses from frivolous lawsuits related to COVID-19.
WEST VIRGINIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice announces WV among nation’s leaders in CARES Act usage rate; commits $2.5M to test all college and university students
Gov. Jim Justice joined West Virginia health leaders and other officials for his latest daily press briefing regarding the State’s COVID-19 response.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey's Mobile Office Sets August Stops for Central and Southeastern West Virginia
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced a representative from his office will meet with central and southeastern West Virginia residents in August to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Emphasizes the Importance of Human Trafficking Awareness
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey emphasized the importance of raising awareness of and preventing human trafficking in observance of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey's Mobile Office Sets August Stops for North Central West Virginia
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced a representative from his office will meet with north central West Virginia residents in August to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions.
STEPTOE & JOHNSON PLLC: Upcoming Webcast: Ethical Considerations for in-house Oil and Gas Lawyers and Land Professionals. August 12
Steptoe & Johnson will hold a free webcast on "Ethical Considerations for In-House Oil and Gas Lawyers and Land Professionals" on Wednesday, August 12, beginning at noon Eastern.