News from June 2022
Group of AGs criticize new SEC proposal to require corporate climate change disclosures
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a group of 24 state AGs in filing formal comments about a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission initiative that would require companies to make policy statements not related to financial performance.
Bicyclist sues Division of Corrections, parole officer for injuries
CHARLESTON — A man is suing the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation and a parole officer for injuries when he was riding his bicycle.
AG's office urges residents affected by severe storms to watch out for scammers
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is urging residents faced with damage following the line of storms that brought strong winds and heavy rain in certain parts of the state to be cautious when hiring a contractor to make repairs.
State GOP files brief in appeal of ruling reinstating ousted Wood Co. official
CHARLESTON – The chairman of the West Virginia Republican Party says a lower court ruling went against more than 100 years of state Supreme Court rulings by reinstated a once-ousted chairman of a county GOP Executive Committee.
All hail the newest Knight of the Golden Horseshoe!
Remember a few years ago when Gov. Jim Justice promised the state a rocketship ride? We didn’t know he meant we'd be taken for a ride as we suffer from spiraling inflation and gas prices that continue to skyrocket. Prosperity, indeed.
Where there’s culpability, there also should be accountability
We cannot bring back the lives lost to the opioid epidemic, but our efforts will allow the money to start coming in to address the underlying issues brought about by this menace. We can target resources to those who need it most.
Steptoe & Johnson Affirms Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion with LCLD’s Leaders at the Front Diversity Initiative Pledge
Steptoe & Johnson Affirms Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion with LCLD’s Leaders at the Front Diversity Initiative Pledge.
Morrisey, other AGs file amicus brief in case about religious freedom
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a coalition of 24 states in filing an amicus brief asking the U.S. Supreme Court to remedy a lower court’s decision that could leave many religious practitioners unprotected from violence and threats.
Homeowner blames AEP, tree service for damage to his property
CHARLESTON — A lawsuit against Appalachian Power Company and Nelson Tree Service claims they caused damages to a Charleston man's property.
Woman accuses Gestamp of retaliatory termination
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Gestamp West Virginia claiming she was wrongfully terminated from her employment in retalation for making complaints about an employee.
Attorney General Morrisey Announces Putnam County Student as Statewide ‘Kids Kick Opioids’ Winner
Attorney General Morrisey Announces Putnam County Student as Statewide ‘Kids Kick Opioids’ Winner.
Man sues correctional officers for injuries
CHARLESTON — A man is suing two correctional officers claiming he was injured while incarcerated.
Father says jail medical staff ignored signs before daughter's suicide
CHARLESTON – The father of an inmate blames the lack of medical care she received in jail led to her suicide.
Lynn Kessler promoted to production specialist at TOPDOG Legal Marketing LLC
TOPDOG Legal Marketing LLC is thrilled to announce the promotion of Lynn Kessler to Content Production Specialist.
Attorney General Morrisey Gains $500K Consent Judgment Against California Attorney
Attorney General Morrisey Gains $500K Consent Judgment Against California Attorney.
Ky. couple says wife seriously injured on escalator after being overserved at Mardi Gras Casino
CHARLESTON – A Kentucky couple says they were overserved at a Mardi Gras Casino and Resort, leading to the woman sustaining life-threatening injuries on an escalator at the resort.
Appeals court vacates challenge involving West Virginia's COVID-19 shutdowns
CHARLESTON — A federal appellate court judge handed down a ruling shutting down challenges to Gov. Jim Justice's COVID-19 shutdowns.
Nine more lawsuits filed against Miracle Meadows for abuse
CHARLESTON — Nine more lawsuits have been School filed against Miracle Meadows by former students who alleged they were abused during enrollment at the private boarding school.
The WVDOH has a Transportation Attorney III position open
The WVDOH has a Transportation Attorney III position open.
Man says he was fired after nearly 20 years at Best Buy after using FMLA time
HUNTINGTON – A Putnam County man says he was wrongfully terminated from his job at Best Buy after nearly 20 years for taking FMLA time off because of complications related to the birth of his son.