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Man says he was fired for refusing to sign false document about mine injury
WELCH – A McDowell County man says he was wrongfully terminated by a mining company for refusing to sign a false statement.
Attorney with history of disciplinary actions has license suspended three years
CHARLESTON – An attorney with a “lengthy disciplinary history” now has his license suspended even longer than it already had been two years ago.
Estate says medical misdiagnosis led to man's death
CHARLESTON – The estate of a Logan County man blames Charleston Area Medical Center and other health providers for his death.
Parent blames construction company for child's injuries from fall
A parent blames a construction company for injuries suffered by a child.
Over 40 Years of Giving Back: The History of Community Involvement with Jackson Kelly Attorney Susan Snowden
Jackson Kelly’s history of service to our communities goes back almost as far as our founding over 200 years ago.
Attorney General Morrisey: 8th Annual Kids Kick Opioids Contest Deadline Nears
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is reminding schools, students and parents of the upcoming deadline for the office’s 8th Annual Kids Kick Opioids contest—Friday, May 3.
W.Va. governor, Senate president want non-citizen voting amendment on special session agenda
CHARLESTON – A resolution that would put a constitutional amendment before voters this fall to ensure non-citizens are unable to vote in West Virginia elections likely will be on the agenda for a planned special session.
Steptoe & Johnson Recognized Among “2024 Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report
Steptoe & Johnson has been recognized as one of the “Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms” by U.S. News & World Report.
Legal reform watchers call legislative session a success
CHARLESTON – While many have complained about the lack of results in the recently completed legislative session, a few legal reform bills were passed.
Justices rule in Logan injury case
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's decision, ruling that a woman did not establish that the City of Logan breached any duty owed to her.
Supreme Court sends Tax Department FOIA case back to circuit court
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court reversed a lower court's decision and emphasized that Freedom of Information Act exemptions should not be used to withhold information without proper scrutiny and transparency in government is key.
Attorney General Morrisey Questions FBI’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Hiring, Promotion Practices
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is questioning the FBI’s recruitment, hiring and promotion practices, suggesting they present serious issues that may violate the nation’s non-discrimination laws.
Attorney General Morrisey Blasts Biden EV Rule Announcement
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Wednesday said President Joe Biden’s announcement about new automobile emissions standards is nothing but sugar-coating the end game.
Hancock 911 dispatchers say county has shorted their earned time off
NEW CUMBERLAND – Two Hancock County 911 dispatchers say the county has not properly reimbursed them with time off for time worked.
Estate blames jail officials for Mingo County man's death
CHARLESTON – The estate of Mingo County man blames jail officials for his death.
Berkeley County school nurses say they aren't being paid properly
MARTINBURG – A group of 31 Berkeley County school nurses say they are not being properly compensated for their work.
Supreme Court reprimands family court judge for rules violations
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court says an Eastern Panhandle family court judge should be reprimanded for violating the rules of the Code of Judicial Conduct.
Morrisey questions FBI’s diversity, equity and inclusion hiring, promotion practices
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey has written a letter questioning the FBI’s recruitment, hiring and promotion practices, suggesting they present serious issues that may violate the nation’s non-discrimination laws.
Attorney General Morrisey Announces Selection of W.Va. Foundation Executive Director
West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey on Thursday announced the selection of Jonathan Board as executive director of the West Virginia First Foundation—a private, nonstock, nonprofit entity created to distribute opioid abatement funds throughout the state.
Why won't anyone talk about the non-citizens voting amendment?
You’d think someone in charge would publicly stand up and say they want this issue to be taken up in the coming weeks when the governor calls a special session to deal with issues related to the state budget. Right? Well, guess again.