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Saturday, November 2, 2024

News from January 2023


Man says cemetery company buried his wife improperly

By Chris Dickerson |
HUNTINGTON – A Milton man says a cemetery company buried his wife improperly, possibly damaging her vault and making it impossible for him to be buried alongside her.

Former Lottery employee says he was discriminated against, wrongfully terminated

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON – A former social media manager for the West Virginia Lottery says he was harassed and bullied after he requested to work from home because of a medical issue.

Black woman accuses Division of Correction of racial discrimination

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON – A Black woman accuses a state agency of racial discrimination after she was accused of cheating on a basic training correction academy exam.

Another lawsuit filed related to sexual misconduct of state parole officers

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON – Another lawsuit has been filed related misconduct and sexual assault by state parole officers working in the Parkersburg office.

Embattled family court judge announces retirement

By Chris Dickerson |
Raleigh County Family Court Judge Louise E. Goldston submitted her retirement letter January 30 to Governor Jim Justice and West Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice Beth Walker.

Here at Bailey Glasser, we are big fans and long-time sponsors of Mountain Stage

By Press release submission |
Here at Bailey Glasser, we are big fans and long-time sponsors of Mountain Stage, the weekly music program produced by West Virginia Public Radio and distributed by NPR that has brought live music to public radio for nearly 40 years, including seasoned legends and emerging stars in genres ranging from folk, blues, and country; to indie rock, synth pop, world music, alternative, and beyond.

Kanawha judge continues Valentine's Day wedding tradition for another year

By Kyla Asbury |
CHARLESTON — Kanawha Circuit Judge Maryclaire Akers is continuing the late Judge Charlie King's Valentine's Day weddings tradition for a second year in honor of the King of Hearts himself.

Man sues loan servicer for errors, servicer denies allegations

By Kyla Asbury |
HUNTINGTON — PHH Mortgage Corporation denied all claims in a lawsuit alleging it failed in handling a consumer's mortgage and nearly caused him to lose his home.

Ohio County deputies respond to statement from county commission about lawsuits

By Chris Dickerson |
WHEELING – Employees for the Ohio County Sheriff’s Department say recent actions by the county commission constitute a threat to public safety.

New Monongalia County Circuit Judge To Be Sworn In

By Press release submission |
Perri Jo DeChristopher was sworn in as a judge in the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit (Monongalia County) at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, January 27, 2023.

Morrisey raises concerns on DirecTV cancellation of Newsmax

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has sent a letter to the CEO of DirecTV about his concerns over the company’s recent cancellation of Newsmax.

Dunbar, officers want civil case stayed pending federal criminal investigation

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON – The defendants in a police brutality civil lawsuit have asked a federal court to stop all discovery until the conclusion of a parallel criminal investigation.

Former OEM dispatcher accuses supervisors, trainers of harassment

By Chris Dickerson |
KINGWOOD – A former Preston County Office of Emergency Management dispatcher says she was subjected to inappropriate sexual conduct and retaliation after she reported her concerns to county officials.

Morrisey joins coalition lawsuit against DOL rule implementing ‘woke’ ESG agenda

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a coalition of 25 states in suing the U.S. Department of Labor over a recently issued rule governing certain investment practices.

Former Frontier employee claims racial, ethnic discrimination

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON – A former employee of Frontier Communications says he was a victim of racial and ethnic discrimination.

West Virginia, Coalition Win ARPA Appellate Victory Against Biden Administration

By Press release submission |
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced Friday that a West Virginia-led coalition had secured a key win in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit in Atlanta.

Familiar topics highlight legislative agendas regarding legal reforms

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON – Tax plans might be taking up most of the talk so far in the 2023 legislative session, but there are some legal reform issues that likely will draw focus from lawmakers.

Gov. Justice appoints William K. Marshall as Commissioner of West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation

By Press release submission |
Gov. Jim Justice announced that he has appointed William “Billy” K. Marshall III as the Commissioner of the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The appointment is effective immediately.

Former employee accuses company of racial discrimination

By Chris Dickerson |
BECKLEY – A Black man accuses a former employer of racial discrimination.

Woman accuses Prestera Center of wrongful termination, age discrimination, retaliation

By Chris Dickerson |
CHARLESTON – A woman is accusing Prestera Center of wrongful termination and age discrimination after she reported patient safety concerns as well as discrimination and retaliation issues.