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Environmental attorney says Green New Deal wouldn't be good news for West Virginia
A Charleston attorney who focuses on environmental law believes New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal would not help West Virginia.
Marshall University's business school recognized by The Princeton Review
HUNTINGTON — Marshall University's Lewis College of Business has been recognized as a best business school by The Princeton Review for its 2019 annual business school rankings.
Juror at heart of Loughry's motion seeking new trial upset by allegations: 'We were so fair'
CHARLESTON – The juror whose social media usage was the focus of former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry’s motion seeking a new trial is upset by the accusations.
Supreme Court says lower court rightfully dismissed complaint against Greenbrier Sheriff's Department
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed a decision by a lower court that granted a motion to dismiss and denied a motion for a new hearing in a case against the Greenbrier County Sheriff's Department for alleged wrongful disclosure of confidential financial information.
Foster Bird says still representing one of her first clients is a proud achievement
Melissa Foster Bird does not hesitate when asked about one of her the most satisfying parts of her career.
Federal judge denies another Loughry request for new trial; sentencing set for Feb. 13
CHARLESTON – Former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry has been denied a second request for a new trial. On Feb. 8, U.S. District Judge John Copenhaver issued an order related to a sealed motion seeking a new trial. Copenhaver previously denied Loughry’s other request for a new trial last month.
Walker touts new financial policies and the 'new' state Supreme Court
CHARLESTON – The “new” state Supreme Court has new policies, and the chief justice wants the public to see them.
Two federal lawsuits filed for semi truck crash
CHARLESTON — Two lawsuits have been filed against Ashlee Transport for a vehicle accident that caused several people to be injured.
Neighbors claim gas company damaged their property
Property owners are suing a natural service gas company, citing alleged tortious interference and trespassing.
Fired employee charges company with retaliation, wrongful discharge
A Mason County individual is suing an active carrier, citing alleged retaliation, tortious interference and wrongful discharge.
Woman sues mortgage company, citing fraud
A woman is suing a mortgage and lending company, citing alleged misrepresentations, unconscionable debt collection, tortious interference with contract, fraud and other counts.
Man sues Preston County Commission, alleging discrimination
An employee is suing a public office, citing alleged age discrimination and wrongful discharge.
Former employee claims harassment and retaliatory firing
A Mason County man is suing an active carrier, citing alleged retaliation, tortious interference and wrongful discharge.
UPDATE: House speaker sets public hearings for education reform bill
CHARLESTON – House Speaker Roger Hanshaw has requested a public hearing on the comprehensive education reform bill. The hearings for Senate Bill 451 are scheduled for 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Feb. 11 in the House Chamber at the state Capitol. The second hearing was added later to allow teachers to attend.
Paint distributor sues contractor for breach of contract
A paint distributor is suing a contractor, citing alleged breach of contract.
Couple claims CAMC, physician were negligent
A Wyoming County couple is suing a medical facility and doctor, citing alleged negligence.
Former inmate sues correction officer alleging unlawful use of excessive force
A former inmate is suing a correctional officer, citing alleged assault and battery.
State owns 8,380 vehicles -- about 4,000 fewer than what was being insured
CHARLESTON – The state of West Virginia owns 8,380 vehicles, according to the chairman of the House Committee on Government Organization. That number is about 4,000 fewer than the number of vehicles that have been insured by the state.
Ohio Co. teachers sue school board for allowing hostile work environment, sexual harassment
WHEELING —Three teachers are suing the Ohio County Board of Education for the board's indifference to complaints made about an alleged sexual predator who was employed by the school board.
Husband blames LabCorp, doctor, others for wife's death
A husband is suing health care providers citing alleged negligence.