News from May 2021
Morrisey, other AGs call for Biden to support additional energy infrastructure
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in calling upon President Joe Biden to support additional energy infrastructure following the Colonial pipeline shutdown, which caused price spikes, fuel shortages and lines at gasoline stations across southern and eastern states.
Distributor says it did more than necessary to abate suspicious opioid orders
CHARLESTON — As the landmark federal opioid trial entered its third week, testimony focused on two AmerisourceBergen employees who oversaw regulations involving diversion control.
Watching the Biden administration to protect West Virginia taxpayers
CHARLESTON – Our office has been attentively watching every move the Biden Administration makes — particularly those that have the potential to harm West Virginians. We recently found a major problem hidden deep within the new COVID law.
Woman sues Rural King for fall injuries
PRINCETON — A woman is suing Rural King after she was injured outside of its Bluefield location.
Couple sues CMH Homes for damaged mobile home
PRINCETON — A couple is suing CMH Homes for a damaged manufactured home they purchased.
Erie sues Ford for defective vehicle that caught fire
PRINCETON — Erie Insurance Company is suing Ford Motor Company and Ramey Ford Lincoln Princeton for a vehicle that it claims caught fire and was rendered a total loss.
Company says Mingo Logan Coal should arbitrate an employment case
CHARLESTON — GMS Mine Repair & Maintenance Inc. claims it wants Mingo Logan Coal and others to arbitrate an underlying lawsuit involving employment claims.
Supreme Court announces proposed change in lawyer’s oath
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has provisionally adopted a change to the oath lawyers take when they are admitted to practice in West Virginia.
Morrisey praises U.S. Supreme Court decision to hear abortion rights case
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is praising a U.S. Supreme Court decision to hear arguments as to the constitutionality of a pro-life law passed in Mississippi.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA: Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa G. Johnston Recognizes Law Enforcement Officers During National Police Week
In honor of National Police Week, Acting U.S. Attorney Lisa G. Johnston recognizes the service and sacrifice of federal, state and, local, and Tribal law enforcement.
WEST VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT OF APPEAS: Judge Ballard Investiture Set for May 17
West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued the following announcement on May 12.Family Court Judge Kenneth Ballard will be sworn in as a circuit judge in a ceremony at 3 p.m.
BORDAS & BORDAS PLLC: Five Bordas & Bordas Attorneys Selected as 2021 Super Lawyers
Bordas & Bordas is proud to announce that five attorneys have been selected to the 2021 West Virginia Super Lawyers list.
NELSON MULLINS RILLEY & SCARBOROUGH LLP: Four West Virginia Attorneys Recognized as 2021 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Four Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP West Virginia lawyers have been chosen for inclusion in the 2021 West Virginia “Super Lawyers” and “Rising Stars”.
BAILEY & GLASSER LLP: Bailey Glasser Lawyers Recognized for Inclusion in 2021 Super Lawyers List
In an achievement that is emblematic of the tenacity and entrepreneurial spirit of the entire firm, Bailey Glasser is pleased to announce that Super Lawyers has selected twelve BG lawyers for inclusion to its Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists of 2021.
AG warns consumers to be careful in filing last-minute tax returns
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging consumers to be cautious with their tax return and avoid last-minute mistakes as the May 17 filing deadline approaches.
Family Court Judicial Association plans to ask Supreme Court to fire disciplinary counsel
MORGANTOWN – West Virginia’s Family Court Judicial Association plans to ask the state Supreme Court to fire the state’s top Judicial Disciplinary Counsel.
Tabit sentences man to 40 years for 2018 death outside of Gold Dome bar
CHARLESTON — Kanawha Circuit Judge Joanna Tabit sentenced a man to 40 years in prison for the death of a 29-year-old man outside of a Kanawha City bar in 2018.
Ruling allows more West Virginia-based NAS claims to be filed
CHARLESTON – A New York bankruptcy court order is allowing more than 270 additional claims to be filed on behalf of West Virginia children suffering from Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.
Morgantown firefighters won't see reduction in pay after settling issue with city
MORGANTOWN – The City of Morgantown and members of its fire department have agreed to a proportional increase in base pay that will result in no change of pay.
Mingo County woman says DOH responsible for car accident
WILLIAMSON — A Williamson woman is suing the West Virginia Department of Transportation-Division of Highways alleging she was injured in a car accident.