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Jan. 15, 2015

West Virginia at-will employees have some limited protection from being wrongfully terminated by their employer. Aside from the West Virginia Code 6C-1-1 et seq. also known as the "whistle-blower law" passed by our state legislature, employer's rights to terminate at-will employees are tempered when their termination violates some substantial public policy.

Nov. 12, 2014

Feeling stressed over money issues? Behind on your bills? None of that means that you deserve to be subjected to abuse. Debt collectors must abide by certain rules and regulations when attempting to collect money.

Nov. 4, 2014

Take a guess- how many households in the US are without a checking account? Would the answer 10 million surprise you? Are you among the account-less? When considering your banking options and the course of action you should take, it is vital to know the facts. Checking accounts can add many positive elements to your financial life, including a safe way to deposit paychecks, make payments, transfer money, hold money, manage personal finances and more. You can read more here.

Nov. 4, 2014

Take a guess- how many households in the US are without a checking account? Would the answer 10 million surprise you? Are you among the account-less? When considering your banking options and the course of action you should take, it is vital to know the facts.

Oct. 20, 2014

Most people know that if they decide to use credit cards or some other form of credit to purchase consumer goods (TV's, cameras, cars, electronics, bikes, etc.) then they are well aware they will be charged interest. But the West Virginia Consumer Credit and Protection Act also covers medical debt. Have you found yourself with a mountain of medical debt?

Oct. 8, 2014

Have you ever researched to find if sex offenders live in your immediate area? Did you know that you have a legal right to know where convicted sex offenders live?

Oct. 8, 2014

Black lung is a disease with a name as scary as its effects. Black lung has long been a disease associated with miners and the mining industry. The Center for Public Integrity reported on the resurgence of black lung in central Appalachia. Here, young miners are increasingly getting the most severe form of the disease.

Oct. 8, 2014

DUIs are sometimes considered a secretive or shameful matter, but that doesn't need to be the case. DUI are an area of law, and they deserve representation and fair assessment as much as an other matter. In fact, there are specific legal issues relevant to DUIs that you need to be aware of. DUI Blog addressed some of the relevant matters involving breathalyzers.

Oct. 8, 2014

Employers and employees need to be aware of the possibility of religious-discrimination claims in the workplace. Employees can require certain accommodations to be made under the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's interpretation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Specifics of the Act can be read here

Oct. 8, 2014

Are you currently pregnant, or thinking about taking steps to start a family of your own some time soon? Are you an employer who wants an analysis to make sure you are providing adequate options and flexibility for pregnant employees?