News from 2023
Justice family, businesses file $1B lawsuit against Virginia bank
BECKLEY – Gov. Jim Justice, his wife, his son and 15 Justice family companies have filed a federal lawsuit against a Virginia-based bank and its board for more than $1 billion in damages.
State Supreme Court rules petition challenging HCA decision as moot
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled that Thomas Memorial Hospital's petition for judicial review as moot.
City National says Faulkner Enterprises defaulted on loan
CHARLESTON — City National Bank of West Virginia is suing Faulkner Enterprises claiming it defaulted on a loan.
Couple sues Target for hazardous condition on floor
HUNTINGTON — A couple is suing Target alleging it failed to keep the flooring clear of hazardous conditions.
Woman sues collision center, driver for devaluation of vehicle
CHARLESTON — A Charleston woman says Todd Judy Collision Center for the diminished value of her vehicle after an accident.
West Virginia attorneys elected to national positions with DRI
MORGANTOWN — Two West Virginia attorneys for Dinsmore & Shohl have been elected to serve national positions with the nation's largest civil defense attorney organization.
U.S. Attorneys Thompson and Ihlenfeld Join with FBI and American Jewish Committee Leaders for Antisemitism Training
United States Attorneys Will Thompson and William Ihlenfeld joined with leaders from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Pittsburgh Division and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) for training in response to rising antisemitism.
U.S. Attorneys Thompson and Ihlenfeld Join with FBI and American Jewish Committee Leaders for Antisemitism Training
United States Attorneys Will Thompson and William Ihlenfeld joined with leaders from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Pittsburgh Division and the American Jewish Committee (AJC) for training in response to rising antisemitism.
Senior Status Judge Robert B. Stone Has Passed Away
Senior Status Judge Robert B. Stone passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023.
Former employee says United Dairy fired him because of his disability
CHARLESTON — A Harts man is suing United Dairy claiming he was wrongfully discharged from his employment due to a disability.
Woman sues Kroger for injuries
CHARLESTON — A Charleston woman is suing Kroger alleging she was injured while grocery shopping by slipping in an unknown liquid.
Maryland man sues ACE Adventure Waterpark for injuries
CHARLESTON — A Maryland man is suing Ace Adventure Resort alleging he was injured while at the resort.
State Supreme Court says former prep athlete did not follow proper procedure in submitting waiver
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals issued a memorandum decision finding that a former high school student did not follow the proper procedure in seeking a WVSSAC waiver.
Taylorbrooke Holdings sues contractor for failure to pay subcontractors
CHARLESTON — Taylorbrooke Holdings is suing Wolfe & Company Builders for failure to pay subcontractors.
In these uncertain times throughout the world, the United States must focus on peace
This Veterans Day, we will once again honor our military veterans, all those living who have raised their right hands and sworn to defend us and our Constitution. They deserve our appreciation and utmost respect; they are the real Peacemakers. We thank God for them.
Steptoe & Johnson Recognized in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is pleased to announce that the firm has been ranked both nationally and regionally in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®.
Man says Nationwide sold his vehicle without permission
CHARLESTON — A man says Nationwide Insurance Company of America wrongfully sold his vehicle without permission.
Woman sues credit agencies for credit reporting mistakes
HUNTINGTON — A woman is suing several credit agencies for failure to fix mistakes in credit reporting.
Manchin says he's not running for U.S. Senate
WASHINGTON – Joe Manchin says he won’t seek re-election to the U.S. Senate next year.
Abortion pill company appeals ruling to 4th Circuit
HUNTINGTON – The manufacturer of the nation’s only generic abortion pill has filed a federal appeal in its case fighting West Virginia’s abortion ban.