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Fayetteville man sues WVDOT for mud on the road that caused a car accident
CHARLESTON — A Fayetteville man is suing the West Virginia Department of Transportation for a car accident that caused him injuries.
Manchin needs to hold line against BBB
The budget reconciliation bill being considered in the Senate is overflowing with harmful government policies. Reckless spending that quickens inflation is only the tip of the spear. Other components that tinker with the free market will have lasting consequences that are more challenging to undo.
Woman accuses attorney of taking her money, misleading her about IRS issues
CHARLESTON – A woman has filed a complaint against a Wheeling attorney, saying he “had taken essentially all my money” and lied to her about possible further legal issues with the IRS.
Eyes turn to Manchin again as reports show inflation, Biden agenda costs both increasing
WASHINGTON – Two new government reports on rising inflation and the cost of the Biden administration’s legislative agenda has political observers looking squarely at U.S. Senator Joe Manchin.
Former employee says Roane General Hospital wrongfully terminated her employment
CHARLESTON — A woman is suing Roane General Hospital alleging that her employment was wrongfully terminated.
Supreme Court agrees with circuit court on wage payment violations of Fairmont Tool Inc.
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals sided with the circuit court in declaring that an employer made errors and violated the state's Wage Payment and Collection Act.
Man accuses Clendenin police officers of excessive force
CHARLESTON — A man is suing the city of Clendenin after he was allegedly subjected to excessive force by several officers.
4th Circuit denies Blankenship's attempt to have conviction overturned
RICHMOND, Virginia – A federal appeals court panel has denied Don Blankenship’s latest attempt to have his 2015 conviction overturned.
Loved ones blame state Division of Corrections for man's death, say he was given heroin in jail
CHARLESTON — A mother and her children are suing the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation claiming it is responsible for the death of their loved one.
Parties reach settlement in excessive force lawsuit
HUNTINGTON — A lawsuit alleging excessive force by a police officer for the City of Point Pleasant has been dismissed.
Pregnancy accommodations lawsuit against Elk Energy Services dismissed
CHARLESTON — A lawsuit against Elk Energy Services claiming an employee did not receive pregnancy accommodations when requested has been dismissed.
Drug distributors say state MLP isn't giving them a fair shake in public nuisance cases
CHARLESTON – The nation’s three largest drug distributors has filed a petition with the state Supreme Court questioning whether the state Mass Litigation Panel exceeded its authority by grouping more than 60 public nuisances opioid claims into one statewide complaint.
Morrisey: Prioritize safety and security this holiday season
Stay alert, be careful and, above all, have a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday season.
Justice John Hutchison to be Chief Justice in 2022, Justice Beth Walker to be Chief Justice in 2023
Justice John Hutchison to be Chief Justice in 2022, Justice Beth Walker to be Chief Justice in 2023.
Man blames CAMC, WVU for injuries from medical procedure
CHARLESTON — A man is suing Charleston Area Medical Center for injuries he sustained during a surgical procedure.
Physician accuses WVU Board of Governors, WVU Medical Corporation of wrongful termination
MORGANTOWN — A former employee is suing the West Virginia University Board of Governors and West Virginia University Medical Corporation claiming that she was wrongfully terminated.
For first time ever, West Virginia isn't on annual Judicial Hellholes list
WASHINGTON – For the first time since the Judicial Hellholes report began, West Virginia is not on the annual list or even the accompanying Watch List.
West Virginia, six other states victorious in blocking Biden vaccine mandate for federal contractors
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has helped stop another proposed federal vaccine mandate.
Chief Justice Statement on Death of Preston County Magistrate
Chief Justice Statement on Death of Preston County Magistrate.
Man sues dog owners for injuries
WHEELING — A man is suing Equity Trust Company alleging he was attacked by a dog and injured.