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Supreme Court says circuit court rightfully dismissed Xenia Hotel tax assessment appeal
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals affirmed that a lower court did not have jurisdiction in a lawsuit involving Xenia Hotels & Resorts' 2019 tax assessment.
Morgantown firefighters demand public hearing regarding pay reduction
MORGANTOWN – Fifty-one Morgantown firefighters have filed a demand with the city’s civil service commission seeking a mandatory public hearing about a $2,000 annual reduction in pay.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION: EEOC Announces April 26 Opening Date for the Collection of 2019 and 2020 EEO-1 Component 1 Data
After delaying the opening of the 2019 EEO-1 Component 1 Data Collection on May 8, 2020 in light of the COVID-19 public health emergency, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced today that the 2019 and 2020 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection will open on Monday, April 26, 2021.
WEST VIRGINIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE: In accordance with President Biden’s proclamation, Gov. Justice orders all U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff through Tuesday, April 6
In accordance with President Joe Biden’s proclamation, Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation ordering that all United States and West Virginia flags on all State-owned facilities throughout the state be displayed at half-staff, beginning immediately and continuing until sunset on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Fights Unlawful Sales of Fake Vaccination Cards
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey called on Twitter, eBay and Shopify to act immediately to prevent people from selling fraudulent vaccination cards on their platforms.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey: Kids Kick Opioids Deadline Quickly Approaching
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey reminded schools and parents of the upcoming deadline for the office’s fifth Kids Kick Opioids contest – Friday, April 16.
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Woman sues Home Depot for fall injuries
CHARLESTON — A woman says Home Depot allowed dirty water to pool on the floor at its Charleston store and caused her to be injured.
Supreme Court reverses case involving mineral rights
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court ordered a circuit court to address the timeliness of a motion to intervene.
Bridgestone sues Pristine Clean Energy for failing to pay back nearly one-half million in services
CLARKSBURG — Bridgestone Americans Tire Operations filed a lawsuit against Pristine Clean Energy alleging it failed to pay for nearly $500,000 in goods and services.
Family court judge chastises Judicial Disciplinary Counsel, says they abuse power
CHARLESTON – A member of the state Judicial Hearing Board has asked the state Supreme Court to investigate the conduct of Judicial Disciplinary Counsel.
Federal judge denies summary judgment, opioid trials set to begin next month
HUNTINGTON — A federal judge has denied a motion for summary judgement by three large drug distributors, meaning the opioid cases filed by Cabell County and Huntington likely will begin next month.
Morrisey, other AGs fight unlawful sales of fake COVID vaccination cards
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and other AGs are calling on Twitter, eBay and Shopify to act immediately to prevent people from selling fraudulent vaccination cards on their platforms.
A dozen candidates apply to replace Kaufman as Kanawha Circuit judge
CHARLESTON – Twelve people have applied for the seat on the Kanawha Circuit Court left by the retirement of Judge Tod Kaufman.
Senate OKs amended intermediate court bill, which now goes to governor
CHARLESTON – A bill that would create a new intermediate appellate court is headed to the governor's desk. On April 1, the state Senate concurred on amendments made in the House of Delegates to Senate Bill 275.
Man sues apartment complex for bed bug infestation
CHARLESTON — A renter in the Knollview Village Apartments sued the apartment complex and its management company, Pison Management, after he and his partner suffered from a bug bed infestation.
Man sues Bluefield State College over purchase of hospital
PRINCETON — A man claims Bluefield State College and its president, Robin Capehart, violated the Freedom of Information Act and the Open Governmental Proceedings Act when they continued negotiations into the acquisitions of Bluefield Regional Medical Center without giving the public notice.
Attorney, law firm want legal malpractice case thrown out
CHARLESTON — The defendants in a lawsuit alleging legal malpractice are seeking to have the lawsuit thrown out, citing that the lawsuit fails to state a claim.
Coalition of AGs sue U.S. Treasury over tax cut provision in COVID relief package
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is part of a 13-state coalition that has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Treasury regarding states’ ability to cut taxes despite a provision in the most recent COVID-19 release package.
Woman says CAMC failed to prevent family member's pressure sores
CHARLESTON — A woman says Charleston Area Medical Center failed to prevent pressure sores and other related skin injuries from her family member.