News from 2021
Federal judge blocks transgender youth sports legislation
CHARLESTON — A federal judge blocked a new state law that banned transgendered children from participating in school sports.
West Virginia isn't part of proposed $26 billion national opioid settlement
CHARLESTON – While a bipartisan group of state attorneys general have announced a tentative $26 billion settlement with four drug companies over their roles in the opioid epidemic, West Virginia will not be a part of the agreement.
Coal operator wins $32.7 million verdict in insurance denial case
CHARLESTON – A Kentucky-based coal operator has won what might be the largest insurance verdict in West Virginia history.
It's the same trick over and over again
West Virginia AG Patrick Morrisey is seeing a surge in fentanyl coming into our state and is considering suing the Biden administration for its failure to interdict the drug at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Father sues school board for son's attack by bully
WILLIAMSON — A father is suing the Mingo County Board of Education claiming it is responsible for injuries his son suffered when he was attacked by another student.
Kentucky woman sues Huntington for injuries
HUNTINGTON — A Kentucky woman is suing the city of Huntington alleging that she was injured when she fell in downtown Huntington.
Supreme Court denies charter school rejection challenge
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court rejected a challenge by a charter school regarding its rejection in two West Virginia counties.
Chamber president troubled by state's low workforce score, education issues
CHARLESTON – CNBC’s annual ranking has West Virginia near the bottom again for the best states for business. The rankings, released last week, has the Mountain State at 47th overall. The state had failing grades in workforce, access to capital and technology/innovation.
AG's office secures court order shutting down used car dealerships
CHARLESTON — Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office recently won a court order permanently blocking the defendants in a used car sales lawsuit from selling vehicles in West Virginia.
Bulk of $8 million federal tax lien against Justice's daughter could be linked to 2009 coal sale
LEWISBURG – The $8 million lien filed against the daughter of Gov. Jim Justice could be related to the family’s sale of coal businesses to a Russian company.
Bank files court documents going after Justice, wife for $58 million defaults
MARTINSVILLE, Virginia – A Virginia-based bank being sued by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has filed claims to more than $58 million from Justice and his wife because of personal guarantees they signed.
IRS has tax lien for more than $8 million against Justice's daughter
LEWISBURG – A notice of a federal tax lien for more than $8 million has been filed against the daughter of Gov. Jim Justice.
County commission sues insurance company for documents
FAYETTEVILLE — The Fayette County Commission is suing the Continental Insurance Company for documents regarding a policy for property damage that it is liable for coverage.
Woman sues Nissan for faulty braking system
PINEVILLE — A woman is suing Nissan for a faulty automatic emergency braking system.
Pioneer Fuel sues CargoBoss for property damage
FAYETTEVILLE — Pioneer Fuel Corporation is suing CargoBoss Inc. alleging property damage from a CargoBoss vehicle.
WVAJ appoints Charleston attorney as new president
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Association for Justice recently named a Charleston attorney as its new president for the 2021-2022 year.
WEST VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT OF APPEALS: Supreme Court Admits Lawyers
The following people were admitted to practice law in West Virginia during a virtual ceremony before the Supreme Court of Appeals, July 15.
WEST VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT OF APPEALS: Magistrate Woelfel Resigns to become Circuit Clerk
On Monday, Supreme Court Chief Justice Evan Jenkins released a statement on the resignation of Magistrate Michael “Mike” J. Woelfel, whose resignation was effective July 12, 2021.
FLAHERTY SENSABAUGH BONASSO PLLC: Michael Bonasso Named to International Who’s Who of Product Liability Defense Lawyers 2021
Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso is proud to announce that Member, Michael Bonasso, has been recognized by the international publication Who’s Who Legal for his accomplishments and experience in the practice of product liability defense.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: How to Avoid a Rip-off When Renovating
Summer provides West Virginians with a great opportunity to complete home improvement projects, but before you can enjoy your renovated space, it’s important to carefully choose the right person or company to avoid getting ripped off.