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Notice of intent filed regarding Hope Scholarship
CHARLESTON — Mountain State Justice has sent a notice of intent to Gov. Jim Justice and other state officials that stated a lawsuit would be filed on behalf of its clients regarding legislation involving charter schools and the Hope Scholarship.
Raleigh County couple sues physicians for medical negligence
FAYETTEVILLE — A Raleigh County couple is suing two physicians for medical negligence.
Pennsylvania man sues Mortimer Realty for refusing to close a sale
NEW CUMBERLAND — A Pennsylvania man is suing Mortimer Realty Company for refusing to complete a transaction.
New York Energy sues Etta Mae for breach of contract
CLARKSBURG — New York Energy LLC is suing Etta Mae Inc. alleging a breach of contract.
Morrisey leading 20-state push at Supreme Court to protect bump stocks
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a lower court ruling that he says, if left intact, inappropriately permits federal regulators to outlaw a popular firearm accessory and potentially imprison those who fail to comply with the new mandate.
AG's office warns sports fans to watch out for ticket scalping
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is warning consumers to be cautious when purchasing tickets to their favorite sporting events as football season begins and baseball’s postseason approaches.
Man sues Putnam County officers for illegal search of his home
HUNTINGTON — A Putnam County man is suing four officers and the Putnam County Commission for their search of his home in 2019.
Man sues STAT EMS for injuries from car accident
PINEVILLE —A man is suing STAT EMS alleging it and one of its drivers caused him injuries in a car accident.
Parents sue Bluefield State College for daughter's injuries
PRINCETON — The parents of a high school swim team member who was attending practice at Bluefield State College are suing over injuries sustained on its property.
Fayette County Hosts Family Treatment Court Opening
Fayette County Hosts Family Treatment Court Opening.
Chief Justice Establishes Advisory Council for Intermediate Court of Appeals
Chief Justice Establishes Advisory Council for Intermediate Court of Appeals.
Steptoe & Johnson Member Alexandria Lay Appointed by Governor Jim Justice to Serve on Glenville State College Board of Governors
Steptoe & Johnson Member Alexandria Lay Appointed by Governor Jim Justice to Serve on Glenville State College Board of Governors.
Lawyers Fund for Client Protection Committee Meeting
Lawyers Fund for Client Protection Committee Meeting.
Attorney General Morrisey, Secretary of State Warner Announce Court Victory in Elections Case
Attorney General Morrisey, Secretary of State Warner Announce Court Victory in Elections Case.
Third child sues Horace Mann over abuse by teacher, aides
CHARLESTON — The family of a third child has filed a lawsuit against Kanawha County Board of Education alleging a special needs child was abused at Horace Mann Middle School.
Huntington law firm announces new website
Lamp Bartram Levy Trautwein Perry & Powell PLLC is pleased to announce the launch of the law firm’s new, updated website.
Justice companies, Carter Bank file motion to dismiss federal lawsuit
CHARLESTON – Companies owned by Gov. Jim Justice and a Virginia-based bank have asked that a federal lawsuit regarding nearly $400 million in loans be dismissed.
MonPower sued by property owners for breach of contract, negligence
NEW MARTINSVILLE — A couple is suing Monongahela Power Company alleging breach of contract and negligence by its employees.
UMWA trustees sue Justice companies for failing to pay retirement benefits
BECKLEY — Four trustees of the 1992 United Mine Workers of America benefit plan are suing three coal companies owned by Gov. Jim Justice's family alleging that the organizations failed to pay beneficiary premiums for the plan.
Fourth Circuit overturns earlier ruling, says state ballot placement process is fine
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and Secretary of State Mac Warner are celebrating a court ruling that says a state law about election ballot listing.