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At The West Virginia Record, we aim to provide comprehensive coverage of West Virginia's legal system so you, our readers, can stay informed about public affairs. As the only legal journal in the state, The Record will spotlight civil cases in our courts. These civil actions, commonly referred to as torts, are often overlooked by mainstream media, yet they significantly affect the lives of our residents.

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Former State Police boss files wrongful termination, retaliation suit

1 week ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – The former superintendent of the West Virginia State Police has filed a wrongful termination and retaliation lawsuit against the state. Jan L. Cahill filed his complaint April 7 in Kanawha Circuit Court against the state and the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security. Cahill was a State Trooper from 1989 through 2012, when he retired as Troop 6 Commander.
No real legal reform in ‘worst session ever’

1 week ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – The executive director of a statewide legal reform group has dubbed the just-completed regular session of the West Virginia Legislature the “worst session ever.” Greg Thomas, executive director of West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse, said the big winner of the session was the personal injury lawsuit industry. “Not only did no significant legal reform pass, but dozens of new causes of action made progress through the legislative process,” Thomas said.
Sissonville couple convicted of child neglect, trafficking sued by two more adopted children

1 week ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – A parent of two of the adopted children at the heart of a high-profile Kanawha County child neglect and human trafficking case have sued the Sissonville couple already convicted of the crimes. E.G., as next friend of A.G. and J.G., filed the complaint April 14 in Kanawha Circuit Court against Donald Lantz and Jeanna Whitefeather. The couple was convicted January 31 of locking three adopted children inside a closed-off area of a barn on their Sissonville property.
For second straight session, citizen-only voting measure dies in House

1 week ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – For the second consecutive session, a resolution that would have amended the state Constitution to ensure only United States citizens vote in West Virginia elections again died in the House of Delegates. And proponents of the bill are putting the blame on House leadership.
Federal judge dismisses grandmother's request to overturn state judge's custody rulings

2 weeks ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – A federal judge has dismissed a complaint filed by a grandmother seeking to either adopt or be granted visits with her grandson who is in foster care. U.S. District Judge Irene Berger issued her memorandum opinion and order April 10 granting motions to dismiss filed by a Kanawha County judge and a state agency chairman.
Man says he was injured during procedure at CAMC

2 weeks ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – A Fayette County man has filed a medical malpractice suit against CAMC after he claims he was injured during a procedure that led to further medical issues and hospital stays. John Gray filed his complaint April 9 in Kanawha Circuit Court against Charleston Area Medical Center. His wife Brittany Gray also is listed as a plaintiff. “The care Mr. Gray received at CAMC was a disaster,” attorney L. Dante diTrapano told The West Virginia Record.
Citizen-only voting measure seems likely to die again in House

2 weeks ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – A resolution that would amend the state Constitution to ensure only United States citizens vote in West Virginia elections unanimously seems to be headed to death in the House of Delegates again this session. The reason for this year’s defeat seems to rest solely on House leadership. Senate Joint Resolution 8 passed by a 34-0 vote April 3 after being approved March 31 by the Senate Finance Committee. The measure was passed by the Senate Judicial Committee in February.
Respected Charleston attorney Tom Potter dies

2 weeks ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – A respected Charleston attorney and civic leader has passed away. Tom Potter died March 31. Colleagues called him a “titan” in the West Virginia legal community. Potter spent most of his legal career with Jackson Kelly. He joined the firm in 1968 after a stint in the U.S. Air Force as a judge advocate and a few years at Woodroe Kizer & Steed. He retired from Jackson Kelly in 1999 and was Of Counsel until his death.
Guardians of Greenbrier West wrestlers file another lawsuit related to hotel rapes

2 weeks ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

BECKLEY – Guardians of two Greenbrier West High School wrestlers have filed a second lawsuit related to their sons’ alleged rapes by other team members during a stay at a Raleigh County hotel. R.H. and K.H. – as grandparents and guardians of K.R. – and M.R. and B.R. – as parents and guardians of C.R. – filed the federal complaint March 24 against Shreeji Hospitality of Lexington LLC and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Inc. The defendants operate the Beckley Microtel Inn by Wyndham.
Woman says she was raped by male inmate at regional jail

3 weeks ago | wvrecord.com | Chris Dickerson

CHARLESTON – A Mingo County woman says she was raped by a male inmate while incarcerated at a regional jail facility. Kurastin P. Brown filed her complaint in federal court April 3 against the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Superintendent Toby Allen, Corrections Officer Noe and nine unnamed corrections officers. Kerry Nessel is one of the attorneys representing Brown.