News from May 2024
Manchin switches party affiliation to independent
CHARLESTON – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin no long has a “D” after his name.
Justice appoints Flanigan, Dixon to vacant judicial seats
CHARLESTON – Gov. Jim Justice has made two appointments to fill vacant judicial seats.
WVU Law Alumni Serving the State and its People
West Virginia University College of Law continues to prepare graduates to provide legal services in communities throughout the state.
U.S. Attorney Recognizes Public Servants and Law Enforcement
United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld honored 22 public servants and law enforcement officials today for their exceptional work.
NCAA, states reach settlement in Transfer Eligibility Rule case
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey says a proposed consent judgment has been submitted in a lawsuit against the NCAA that challenged its Transfer Eligibility Rule to permanently bar the organization from enforcing the rule.
Dr. Timothy Hall alleges unlawful discrimination against Eastern Panhandle Anesthesia Associates
Dr. Timothy Hall has filed a lawsuit alleging intentional unlawful discrimination and retaliation by Eastern Panhandle Anesthesia Associates (EPAA) along with other associated entities following his wrongful termination after reporting threats from a colleague at WVU-BMC. He seeks compensatory damages for lost income and benefits among other reliefs.
Plaintiff sues Polaris Industries Inc. alleging defective design in roll-over protection system
Carlos J. Copley has filed a lawsuit against Polaris Industries Inc., claiming that their defective design of a utility terrain vehicle's roll-over protection system led to severe injuries during an accident in West Virginia last year.
U.S. Attorney Will Thompson Commends the Release of Framework for Prosecutors to Strengthen National Response to Sexual Assault And Domestic Violence
United States Attorney Will Thompson commends the announcement of the Department of Justice’s new resource for prosecutors, “Framework for Prosecutors to Strengthen Our National Response to Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Involving Adult Victims.”
Six Raleigh Circuit Clerk workers sue county, former clerk for harassment, discrimination
BECKLEY – Six Raleigh Circuit Clerk office employees have filed a civil lawsuit accusing the former clerk of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and violation of the Whistleblower Act.
How W.Va. leaders, citizens can help restore fiscal sanity
As the “trust funds” associated with Social Security and Medicare become exhausted, future generations face the possibility of paying higher taxes and receiving less benefits.
Oil, gas company accuses Oregon business, Charleston law firm of misconduct
CHARLESTON – A Roane County oil and gas company accuse an Oregon-based company and a Charleston-based law firm of circumventing business and legal rules regarding a subscription agreement. The defendants, however, claim the plaintiffs are trying to re-visit issues already addressed by other courts.
Attorney General Morrisey Responds to Duke Letter Regarding His Opposition to Biden’s Red Flag Law Hub
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Thursday responded to a letter sent by the Duke Center for Firearms Law (Duke University School of Law) regarding Morrisey’s opposition to the establishment of the National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center.
Attorney General Morrisey, Bipartisan Coalition Join USDOJ Antitrust Lawsuit Against Live Nation
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, along with a bipartisan coalition of 29 states and the District of Columbia, joined a lawsuit spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Justice against Live Nation Entertainment—owner of Ticketmaster—for alleged antitrust violations.
ICA affirms ruling for Humphreys in fee dispute over Monsanto litigation
CHARLESTON – The state Intermediate Court of Appeals has affirmed a state court ruling in a dispute over attorney fees stemming from Monsanto litigation that began 20 years ago.
Steptoe & Johnson Offices Give Back to their Communities During Inaugural Firmwide Day of Service
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC offices across the country gave back to more than 20 community organizations during the inaugural Firmwide Day of Service on Friday, May 10.
ICA satellite courtrooms recognized by National Center for State Courts
CHARLESTON — The Intermediate Court of Appeals of West Virginia has been recognized as one of 12 courts nationwide by the National Center for State Courts for its satellite courtroom project as a model for state courts.
Opioid lawyer fee fight breaks into open in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (Legal Newsline) - A West Virginia lawyer has sued prominent national firm Morgan & Morgan, claiming he was shortchanged out of $1.6 million in fees stemming from a $940 million opioid settlement.
Morrisey, other AGs join DOJ antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster, Live Nation
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is part of a bipartisan coalition of 29 states and the District of Columbia that has joined a U.S. Department of Justice lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment — owner of Ticketmaster — for alleged antitrust violations.
Huntington recovery facilities accused of defrauding government of millions
HUNTINGTON – Two Huntington drug recovery-related facilities and their owners are accused of bilking the government for millions of dollars with false and fraudulent records related to buying rebated drugs and phony health care service claims.
Northern Panhandle man says new law unfairly taxes oil, gas wells on his property
CHARLESTON – A Northern Panhandle man says a new law will unfairly increase taxes on the oil and gas wells on his property.