Category Archives: WV House of Delegates

The facts and harsh realities of distracted driving

Posted on March 8, 2012 by

Distracted driving causes car accidents and subsequent injuries on a daily basis.  Distracted driving is defined as any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving.  All distractions endanger drivers, passengers, and bystanders.  Here … Continue reading →

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In the News: Disclosure Bill Passes WV House – Delegates Condemn Chamber Fear Tactics

Posted on March 5, 2012 by

In what has become a contentious battle in the West Virginia Legislature, the West Virginia House of Delegates last week passed a bill allowing victims to obtain disclosure of applicable insurance policies without having to file a lawsuit.  Currently, the … Continue reading →

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In the News: Workplace Bullying Bill Gets House Committee Hearing

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

On Wednesday, February 1, 2012, members of the Energy, Industry & Labor/ Economic Development & Small Business Committee, chaired by Del. Larry Barker, heard comments regarding HB3015, the Healthy and Safe Workplace Act.  Presenting to the committee, were Dr. Gary … Continue reading →

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In the News: Tim Manchin on “The Law Works”

Posted on January 25, 2012 by

In mid December, the West Virginia Legislature passed regulations for drilling in the Marcellus shale within West Virginia.  One leading voice in the Marcellus Shale debate was the founder of the Manchin Injury Law Group, and Delegate Tim Manchin.  Manchin, … Continue reading →

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In the News: 3 Judge Panel Finds WV Congressional Redistricting Unconstitutional

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

Yesterday, January 3, 2012, a three judge panel of federal judges determined that the West Virginia Congressional Redistricting plan implemented by the West Virginia legislature in 2011 is unconstitutional. From the Daily Mail’s Ry Rivard: West Virginia lawmakers must redraw … Continue reading →

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In The News: Tim Manchin calls Marcellus Regulations a “Good Framework”

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

Just two days ago, the West Virginia Legislature approved a measure that places regulations on the natural gas drilling industry in West Virginia.  In today’s edition of the Times West Virginian, Delegate Tim Manchin (D- Marion), Co-Chairman of the Special … Continue reading →

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In the News: Marcellus Bill Passes WV Legislature

Posted on December 15, 2011 by

Yesterday, the West Virginia Legislature passed legislation that will impose new regulations on the natural gas industry drilling in West Virginia.  Large-scale drilling for natural gas in West Virginia’s Marcellus shale deposit will require $10,000 and $5,000 permit fees, buffer … Continue reading →

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In the News: Delegate Tim Manchin disappointed in Marcellus bill

Posted on December 13, 2011 by

Founder of the Manchin Injury Law Group and Delegate Timothy Manchin (D-Marion), made headlines in news outlets today as a Special Session of the West Virginia Legislature was underway to potentially pass a set of regulations on Marcellus Shale drilling … Continue reading →

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Special Session for Marcellus Shale Regulations Underway

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

A special session of the West Virginia Legislature convened yesterday, December 11, 2011, and will continue throughout the week to deal with Marcellus Shale regulations.  The legislature will take up a bill proposed by the governor after a special joint … Continue reading →

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Marcellus Shale Update: Governor Likely to Call a Special Session

Posted on November 30, 2011 by

News sources throughout West Virginia are reporting today that Governor Earl Ray Tomblin is likely to call a special session to deal with the Marcellus Shale issue in West Virginia.  This speculation comes after a special joint committee of members … Continue reading →

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