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Is it time to abolish the Environmental Protection Agency?
“This wildly expansive power to regulate factories, hospitals, and even homes has tremendous costs and consequences for all Americans, in particular West Virginia’s coal miners, pipeliners, natural gas producers, and utility workers,” Morrisey predicted. “If EPA lacks such expansive authority, as we argue, the Supreme Court should make that clear now.”
Morrisey calls Biden's use of executive orders 'unprecedented,' troublesome
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey says he is concerned about the volume of executive orders signed by President Joe Biden during his first 100 days in office.
Repairing loopholes in gun laws will prevent tragedies and preserve rights
CHARLESTON – Here in West Virginia, we value firearms as a means of protecting our rights, our property, and the safety of our families, especially in rural communities. A deep appreciation for the Second Amendment is part of our heritage and has a long-standing tradition within our state.
Mother sues Wyoming Co. school board for child's harassment, bullying by other students
PINEVILLE — A mother is suing the Wyoming County Board of Education alleging it is responsible for harassment her child has suffered.
Former physician sues WVU for breach of contract
MORGANTOWN — A physician is suing West Virginia University Board of Governors alleging he was due incentive wages he was not paid.
Woman says Discover Bank harassed her
PRINCETON — A Princeton woman is suing Discover Bank alleging that it harassed her with debt collection tactics.
Individuals sue Triad Hunter, SWN Production Company over gas, mineral rights
WHEELING — Three individuals are suing Triad Hunter and SWN Production Company regarding gas and mineral rights.
WEST VIRGINIA ATTORNEY GENERAL: Attorney General Morrisey Shuts Down Plumber Accused of Ripping Off Consumers
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey won a lawsuit that prohibits a plumbing contractor from doing any future home improvement work.
BOWLES RICE LLP: Bowles Rice Attorneys Selected to Annual West Virginia Super Lawyers List
Bowles Rice is pleased to announce the selection of 21 attorneys named to the 2021 West Virginia Super Lawyers list.
JACKSON KELLY PLLC: Twenty-Nine Jackson Kelly Attorneys Named to 2021 West Virginia Super Lawyers or Rising Stars Lists
Jackson Kelly PLLC announces that 29 of the Firm’s attorneys have been named 2021 West Virginia Super Lawyers or Rising Stars, which recognizes lawyers who have achieved a significant level of peer recognition and professional achievement.
DINSMORE & SHOHL LLP: Dinsmore Attorneys Top 2021 West Virginia Super Lawyers List
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP is happy to announce 25 of its attorneys have been named to the West Virginia Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists for 2021.
FLAHERTY SENSABAUGH BONASSON PLLC: 16 Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers
Flaherty Sensabaugh Bonasso is pleased to announce that 16 of the firm’s attorneys have been named to the 2021 list of West Virginia Super Lawyers and Rising Stars.
With vested interest, Morrisey keeping watch on 'Big Three' federal opioid trial
CHARLESTON — The state Attorney General's office isn't a party to the landmark federal trial regarding the "Big Three" opioid distributors taking place just blocks from his state Capitol office, but Patrick Morrisey is keeping a close eye on the proceedings.
Morgantown and firefighters resolve issues related to shift differential pay
The city and 47 members of the International Association of Firefighters Local 313 jointly announced the resolution in a statement May 7. The agreement is contingent on Morgantown City Council approving the terms, but both parties say they anticipate that approval.
Woman says Walmart was negligent, caused injuries
MOUNDSVILLE — A woman is suing Walmart after she fell and was injured while on the store's property.
Man sues West Virginia Environmental Services for uncle's death
FAYETTEVILLE — A man is suing West Virginia Environmental Services and WVA Manufacturing for his uncle's death.
Family sues Antero for failing to pay gas royalties
WEST UNION — Eight individuals are suing Antero Resources alleging that it failed to pay royalties.
During testimony, official says Cabell Co. has data linking painkillers to illegal drug use
Meanwhile, the drug distributors -- McKesson, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal Health -- sought to put the focus on the role of prescribers, as well as health officials' decision not to go after distributors earlier.
Judicial panel hears Loughry's appeal on juror's social media activity
RICHMOND, Va. — The panel of judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit heard an appeal regarding a juror's social media interactions during the trial of former state Supreme Court Justice Allen Loughry.
Moundsville woman sues Wheeling Hospital for son's death
WHEELING — A Moundsville woman is suing Wheeling Hospital alleging they are responsible for the death of her son.