News from September 2024
Attorney General Morrisey, Multistate Coalition Asks Appeals Court to Revisit Challenge to Ohio School District Pronouns Policy
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in asking the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit to rehear a challenge to an Ohio school district’s policies requiring students to use classmates’ preferred pronouns.
Logan County woman says psychiatrist sexually harassed her
LOGAN – A Logan County woman says a doctor who was treating her for psychiatric issues sexually harassed her.
State official calls lawsuit over Capitol mural project 'meritless'
CHARLESTON – A state official being sued over the Capitol mural project that includes a likeness of Gov. Jim Justice’s beloved Babydog calls the lawsuit “meritless.”
Attorney General Morrisey Warns College Students of Identity Theft Risks
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging college students to be cautious as another school year begins and sensitive information is shared.
Judge denies summary judgment in DHHR child abuse case of toddler who died
CHARLESTON – A Kanawha County judge has issued an order denying most of a state DHHR request for summary judgment in a child abuse case that resulted in the death of a Grant County toddler.
Gas drilling company and royalty owners announce $42.6 million class action settlement
WHEELING – An oil and gas drilling company has reached a $42.6 million settlement regarding improper royalty deductions.
Attorney General Morrisey: West Virginia Set to Receive More Than $3.8M in Unclaimed Money Case Settlement
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, along with a bipartisan coalition of 30 states, announced that they have reached a settlement in a case against the state of Delaware.
State will receive more than $3.8 million in unclaimed MoneyGram transfer case
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey, along with a bipartisan coalition of 30 states, has reached a settlement in a case against the state of Delaware in connection to litigation regarding unclaimed property involving MoneyGram transfers.
Jackson Kelly Equine Law Group Announces Horsemen's HIWU Toolkit
Jackson Kelly PLLC is excited to announce a free toolkit for horse trainers and the equine industry addressing needs related to changes in the industry with the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Act (HISA) and Horseracing Integrity & Welfare Unit (HIWU).
Attorney General Morrisey’s Mobile Office Sets September Stops for North Central West Virginia
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey announced a representative from his office will meet with north central West Virginia residents in September to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions.