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Judge issues stay in Dunbar police brutality civil suit for possible criminal charges
CHARLESTON – A federal judge has granted a motion to stay from the defendants in a police brutality lawsuit because of possible criminal charges.
Man sues WVDOT for retaliatory discharge, agency denies allegations
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Department of Transportation has denied allegations against it in a complaint claiming an employee was retaliated against.
Justice-owned company settles coal mine reclamation claims
BIG STONE GAP, Va. (Legal Newsline) - A coal mining company owned by West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice and his family has reached a settlement with environment groups over the reclamation of its former sites.
Attorney General Morrisey Raises Concerns on DirecTV Cancellation of Newsmax
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Friday sent a poignant letter to the CEO of DirecTV, raising concerns over the company’s recent cancellation of Newsmax.
Man says unsafe chase by Oak Hill officer resulted in accident
BECKLEY – A Fayette County man says he sustained life-changing injuries following an unjustified police chase that resulted in an accident.
Marshall student blames school's Title IX office for failures following sexual assault
HUNTINGTON – A Marshall University student who was sexually assaulted by her ex-boyfriend blames failures by the school’s Title IX office.
Jackson Kelly's Candice Harlow Selected to Leadership West Virginia
Jackson Kelly Member Candice Harlow has been selected to be part of Leadership West Virginia's 2023 class.
Providers, advocates file federal lawsuit against state's 'extreme' abortion ban
CHARLESTON — Abortion providers and advocates have filed a federal lawsuit challenging West Virginia’s near-total abortion ban passed into law last year.
Hearing scheduled for employees' retaliation claims against Ohio County Commission
WHEELING – A circuit court judge has scheduled a hearing regarding alleged retaliation by the Ohio County Commission against some sheriff’s department employees.
Wilson, Hoxie appointed to circuit court judge positions
CHARLESTON – West Virginia Governor Jim Justice has appointed two men to fill vacant circuit court judge positions.
Former administrative law judge awarded $2.2 million verdict in discrimination trial
CHARLESTON – A former administrative law judge has been awarded a $2.2 million verdict following a month-long gender discrimination trial.
Attorney General Morrisey Joins Coalition in Lawsuit Against DOL Rule Implementing Left-Wing ESG Agenda
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has joined a major coalition of 25 states in suing Biden’s Department of Labor over a recently issued rule governing certain investment practices.
Man says cemetery company buried his wife improperly
HUNTINGTON – A Milton man says a cemetery company buried his wife improperly, possibly damaging her vault and making it impossible for him to be buried alongside her.
Former Lottery employee says he was discriminated against, wrongfully terminated
CHARLESTON – A former social media manager for the West Virginia Lottery says he was harassed and bullied after he requested to work from home because of a medical issue.
Black woman accuses Division of Correction of racial discrimination
CHARLESTON – A Black woman accuses a state agency of racial discrimination after she was accused of cheating on a basic training correction academy exam.
Another lawsuit filed related to sexual misconduct of state parole officers
CHARLESTON – Another lawsuit has been filed related misconduct and sexual assault by state parole officers working in the Parkersburg office.
Embattled family court judge announces retirement
Raleigh County Family Court Judge Louise E. Goldston submitted her retirement letter January 30 to Governor Jim Justice and West Virginia Supreme Court Chief Justice Beth Walker.
Here at Bailey Glasser, we are big fans and long-time sponsors of Mountain Stage
Here at Bailey Glasser, we are big fans and long-time sponsors of Mountain Stage, the weekly music program produced by West Virginia Public Radio and distributed by NPR that has brought live music to public radio for nearly 40 years, including seasoned legends and emerging stars in genres ranging from folk, blues, and country; to indie rock, synth pop, world music, alternative, and beyond.
Kanawha judge continues Valentine's Day wedding tradition for another year
CHARLESTON — Kanawha Circuit Judge Maryclaire Akers is continuing the late Judge Charlie King's Valentine's Day weddings tradition for a second year in honor of the King of Hearts himself.
Man sues loan servicer for errors, servicer denies allegations
HUNTINGTON — PHH Mortgage Corporation denied all claims in a lawsuit alleging it failed in handling a consumer's mortgage and nearly caused him to lose his home.