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Coal worker sues Ramaco Resources over alleged unpaid wages, overtime
CHARLESTON — A coal miner employed at Ramaco Resources has filed a class action lawsuit accusing the company of failing to pay its hourly workers, including himself, for overtime and other compensable time.
Mistaken identity? Wheeling woman sues city for wrongful arrest
WHEELING — A Wheeling woman has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Wheeling, alleging police officers violated her civil rights when they wrongfully arrested her for a crime committed by someone else with a similar name.
West Virginia Rivers Coalition sues Chemours over alleged Clean Water Act violations at West Virginia plant
CHARLESTON — A federal lawsuit accuses Chemours Company of violating the Clean Water Act at its Washington Works Plant in Wood County.
Conservation groups sue coal company over water pollution violations
RICHWOOD — Conservation groups filed a lawsuit against South Fork Coal Company this week, alleging multiple violations of federal environmental laws at five coal mines in Greenbrier County.
South Charleston honeybee case awaits decision from judge
CHARLESTON — Kanawha Circuit Judge Tera Salango is considering motions to dismiss filed by the City of South Charleston and to intervene filed by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) in the South Charleston case involving honeybees and chickens.
AG race: McCuskey sees strong vision for state's future
CHARLESTON — As state Auditor J.B. McCuskey continues his campaign in the race for Attorney General, he brings a wealth of experience in public service, a proven ability to lead a statewide office and a clear vision for the future.
AG race: Toriseva hopes to be strong advocate for W.Va.
CHARLESTON — Teresa Toriseva sees herself as a strong advocate for West Virginias in her campaign for attorney general.
Judge rules Miracle Meadows cases to remain in Kanawha County
CHARLESTON — Kanawha Circuit Judge Dave Hardy ruled last week that the remaining cases involving Miracle Meadows School will remain in Kanawha County.
Clarksburg fire chief says he was retaliated against, requests public hearing
CLARKSBURG — Clarksburg Fire Chief Stephen McIntire is seeking a mandatory public hearing before the Civil Service Commission regarding alleged retaliation he has faced by City Manager Tiffany Fell.
Firefighters sue Clarksburg for failure to pay proper wages
CLARKSBURG — More than 40 firefighters are suing the City of Clarksburg alleging it didn't pay them according to the law.
Supreme Court sides with KRT in case involving pedestrian struck by car
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals clarified the extent of a common carrier's duty of care, emphasizing that the highest degree of care applies only while passengers are boarding, riding or disembarking from the vehicle.
Lawsuits over jail conditions continue
CHARLESTON — Several lawsuits against the state's jail system regarding conditions are continuing through federal court.
W.Va. Supreme Court rules MPLA case should be dismissed
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled that a case against the chief medical examiner alleging violations of the Medical Professional Liability Act should be dismissed.
Study finds WV worst state for medical malpractice
CHARLESTON — A recent report shows West Virginia had the highest payouts of any other state in the nation regarding medical malpractice claims.
Supreme Court rules for dentistry board in oral surgeon discipline case
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals sided with the West Virginia Board of Dentistry and ruled that it complied with all statutory extension provisions and denied his request for a writ of prohibition.
ICA satellite courtrooms recognized by National Center for State Courts
CHARLESTON — The Intermediate Court of Appeals of West Virginia has been recognized as one of 12 courts nationwide by the National Center for State Courts for its satellite courtroom project as a model for state courts.
ICA affirms ruling saying state officials had immunity in DCR case
CHARLESTON — The Intermediate Court of Appeals of West Virginia affirmed a lower court ruling, finding that while several state officials were operating under their official capacities, various forms of immunity protect them.
Justices say lower court didn't properly apply immunity in police case
CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals ruled that a lower court failed to properly apply immunity and remanded a case to fix those issues.
Study finds lawyers concerned about AI
CHARLESTON — A recent study that looked at different careers found that lawyers are the most cautious regarding artificial intelligence technologies.
Mylan sued for patent infringement
CLARKSBURG — Bausch Health Ireland and Salix Pharmaceuticals have filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Mylan Pharmaceuticals for its generic plecanatide oral tablets.