News from September 2021
Couple says Hyundai dealership workers threw tomatoes at them while protesting
PRINCETON — A couple is suing Bilco alleging for injuries suffered while peacefully protesting.
Man blames hospital for family member's death
PRINCETON — A man is suing Bluefield Regional Medical Center for the wrongful death of his family member.
Woman sues Habitat for Humanity for injuries sustained while shopping
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Habitat for Humanity alleging she was injured while shopping at its retail establishment.
The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia’s CourtPLUS Electronic Filing System Training on September 21, 2021
The Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia’s CourtPLUS Electronic Filing System Training on September 21, 2021.
Do it for Babydog Round 2: Gov. Justice announces prize winners in vaccination sweepstakes – September 16, 2021
Do it for Babydog Round 2: Gov. Justice announces prize winners in vaccination sweepstakes – September 16, 2021.
Government Lawyers Committee Meeting on September 21, 2021
Government Lawyers Committee Meeting on September 21, 2021.
Charter school board receives seven applicants
CHARLESTON — There are now seven applicants that want to open as charter schools in West Virginia.
W.Va. Chamber poll shows most voters oppose Legislature taking active COVID role
CHARLESTON – A new poll released by the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce finds that four out of five voters in West Virginia see COVID-19 and the new Delta variant as a serious issue.
Man sues substance abuse program for therapist's harassment
CHARLESTON — A man is suing Ten-Up Ministries and a therapist who caused him harm while he was participating in a substance abuse program.
Man sues Cabell Huntington Hospital for injuries from fall
HUNTINGTON — A man is suing Cabell Huntington Hospital alleging he was injured while at the hospital.
Sponaugle files intent to sue Justice for not complying with residency requirement
CHARLESTON — Former House of Delegates member Isaac Sponaugle has sent a certified letter with an intent to sue Gov. Jim Justice for continuing to fail to abide by an agreement that he must reside in the state's seat of government in Charleston.
Charleston city council member Bailey dies in accident
CHARLESTON — A Charleston city councilman has died after an accident Wednesday night.
24 state AGs urge Biden to reverse course on vaccine mandate
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a 24-state letter urging President Biden to reconsider the vaccine mandate that, if imposed, the letter’s authors vow to challenge in court.
Warner urges Manchin to oppose 'bad' new voting rights legislation
CHARLESTON -- West Virginia Secretary of State Mac Warner is urging Senator Joe Manchin to oppose the Freedom to Vote Act, which he calls "nothing more than a watered-down version of H.R. 1, the so-called ‘For the People Act.’"
Couple sues property owner, logging company for damage
HUNTINGTON — A Huntington couple is suing a property owner and a login company that they alleging they are responsible for property damages.
Insurance company sues businesses, individuals over fire
WILLIAMSON — Scottsdale Insurance Company is suing Coalfield Lumber alleging it and others need to settle differences regarding a fire.
DOJ wants Justice companies to comply with consent decree
CHARLESTON — The U.S. Department of Justice wants West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice and his coal companies to comply with a consent order to which he previously promised to address environmental violations.
Attorney General Morrisey Issues Opinion Raising Constitutional Concerns about Mandates, Passports
Attorney General Morrisey Issues Opinion Raising Constitutional Concerns about Mandates, Passports.
Attorney General Morrisey Praises Withdrawal of Biden ATF Nominee
Attorney General Morrisey Praises Withdrawal of Biden ATF Nominee.
COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice urges vaccinations as state surpasses hospitalization records; pays tribute ahead of 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks
COVID-19 UPDATE: Gov. Justice urges vaccinations as state surpasses hospitalization records; pays tribute ahead of 20th anniversary of 9/11 attacks.