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On October 20, 2023, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice joined Nucor Corporation for a groundbreaking ceremony, marking a significant milestone in the establishment of their state-of-the-art sheet steel mill in Mason County. This project, with an investment exceeding $2.7 billion, not only represents the largest in West Virginia’s history but also stands as the most…

The Top 6 Common Causes of Swimming Pool Accidents Swimming pools are a big hit among families since it provides them an opportunity to enjoy each other’s company. However, you must be careful and avoid slipping or falling into a public pool. These unfortunate incidents may cause you to lose consciousness and possibly drown. According…

Understanding Amusement Park Injuries The popularity of amusement parks is undeniable. Whether you’re a child, teenager, or an adult, you’ll surely enjoy amusement park rides such as Ferris wheels, waters slides, bumper cars, and roller coasters. However, amusement park injuries are very common. You can sustain injuries ranging from bumps and bruises to broken bones…

If I Was Injured at Work, Can I Sue My Employer? Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, you can still get injured while doing your job. Should you get injured in an accident at work, then you’ll probably be able to get benefits via workers’ compensation. Generally, an employer is required by state law…

How is your work accident injury affecting your family? When someone sustains a workplace injury, it doesn’t only affect that person but also significantly impacts their families. Aside from the financial issues and strain that the family experiences, the physical and emotional pain can also have a lasting effect. Read on to know more about…

The Lawyers of Distinction award recognizes long-term excellence in the practice of law. Attorney Jeff Robinette is a charter member of the Lawyers of Distinction and was nominated and selected for this honor again for 2022. The platform analyzes work, experience, and abilities based on the twelve independent criteria as described below. The online platform…

Is it possible to have major injuries from a minor car accident? Car accidents can happen anytime and they can either be major or minor accidents. A minor accident is one where you can still drive away from the scene of the accident. Typically, you’ll only suffer from mild injuries in minor car accidents. Yet,…

´╗┐ THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DISTINGUISHED COUNSEL Press Release, March 25, 2022 Jeffery L. Robinette, of Robinette Legal Group PLLC, has been selected to the 2022 list as a member of the Nation’s Top One Percent Personal Injury Lawyer by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. NADC is an organization dedicated to promoting the highest…

As Cecil Roberts, president of the United Mine Workers of America, was preparing for an interview on West Virginia Metronews’ Talkline to discuss the proposed changes in coal mine safety compliance oversight, he received the tragic news that yet another West Virginia coal miner was killed in a McDowell County mine. Out of the four…

West Virginia Senate Bill 252 Seeks to Eliminate Workers’ Right to Sue an Employer After a Serious Injury or Death Senate Bill 252/HB 4394 as introduced in the West Virginia Legislative Session on January 13th, 2022, by Senator Trump (R-Morgan County) and Senator Woodrum (R- Summers County) is an attempt to dismantle the well-established civil…