News from December 2021
Drug distributors say state MLP isn't giving them a fair shake in public nuisance cases
CHARLESTON – The nation’s three largest drug distributors has filed a petition with the state Supreme Court questioning whether the state Mass Litigation Panel exceeded its authority by grouping more than 60 public nuisances opioid claims into one statewide complaint.
Morrisey: Prioritize safety and security this holiday season
Stay alert, be careful and, above all, have a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season.
Justice John Hutchison to be Chief Justice in 2022, Justice Beth Walker to be Chief Justice in 2023
Justice John Hutchison to be Chief Justice in 2022, Justice Beth Walker to be Chief Justice in 2023.
Man blames CAMC, WVU for injuries from medical procedure
CHARLESTON — A man is suing Charleston Area Medical Center for injuries he sustained during a surgical procedure.
Physician accuses WVU Board of Governors, WVU Medical Corporation of wrongful termination
MORGANTOWN — A former employee is suing the West Virginia University Board of Governors and West Virginia University Medical Corporation claiming that she was wrongfully terminated.
For first time ever, West Virginia isn't on annual Judicial Hellholes list
WASHINGTON – For the first time since the Judicial Hellholes report began, West Virginia is not on the annual list or even the accompanying Watch List.
West Virginia, six other states victorious in blocking Biden vaccine mandate for federal contractors
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has helped stop another proposed federal vaccine mandate.
Chief Justice Statement on Death of Preston County Magistrate
Chief Justice Statement on Death of Preston County Magistrate.
Man sues dog owners for injuries
WHEELING — A man is suing Equity Trust Company alleging he was attacked by a dog and injured.
Man sues Jochum Refuse Services for wrongful termination
WHEELING — A man is suing Jochum Refuse Services for wrongfully terminating his employment.
Inflation – Manchin's litmus test for spending bill – will be around longer than expected
WASHINGTON – Sen. Joe Manchin always said inflation would be his guide in deciding on the massive Build Back Better bill. Now, a new report on inflation says it will stay with us for much longer than anticipated, further calling into question by some the addition of trillions more in federal spending.
Morrisey hails Louisiana ruling that halted more federal vaccine mandates
CHARLESTON = West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey calls a recent federal court ruling that halted additional federal vaccine mandates a victory for the state and entire nation.
TCPA Litigations using FCC Actions
TCPA Litigations using FCC Actions.
Nelson Mullins’ Mergers & Acquisitions Practice Recognized by PitchBook Interactive Global League Tables
Nelson Mullins’ Mergers & Acquisitions Practice Recognized by PitchBook Interactive Global League Tables.
Attorney General Morrisey, 12 States Victorious in Stopping Additional Vaccine Mandates
Attorney General Morrisey, 12 States Victorious in Stopping Additional Vaccine Mandates.
Woman accuses Thomas Memorial Hospital of race, age discrimination
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association alleging that her employment was terminated due to her race and age.
Woman accuses Sunbridge Dunbar Healthcare of retaliatory discharge
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Sunbridge Dunbar Healthcare claiming that her employment was wrongfully terminated.
Another former student sues Miracle Meadows for abuse
CHARLESTON — Another lawsuit was filed against Miracle Meadows School after a student alleged abuse during their time at the school.
Woman says employer did nothing to stop customer's sexually charged comments about her
FAYETTEVILLE – A woman says was forced to quit a job at a Fayette County convenience store because her employer did nothing about the “near-constant” sexual harassment by one customer.
Mother says her kindergarten daughter was forcibly fondled by fellow student
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County woman is suing the county school board after she says her daughter was fondled by a fellow kindergarten student.