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The Jury: The Voice of The Community

Oct 24, 2018
The Seventh Amendment to the United States Constitution says that, in civil cases, “the right of trial by jury shall be preserved.” West Virginia’s Constitution also protects this important right, guaranteeing that “the right of trial by jury, if required by either party, shall be preserved.” But what makes this right so important? The Founding Fathers believed that the right…[...]

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Legal News and Product Recalls

Court Dismisses Product Liability Claim

Oct 22, 2018
In Chandler v. L’Oreal USA, the United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania has determined that L’Oreal’s Regular Optimum Salon Haircare ® Defy Breakage Salon No-Lye Relaxer (“Defy Breakage relaxer”) is not a defective product and dismisses plaintiff’s claims. Ms. Chandler had been using L’Oreal’s Dark and Lovely ® relaxer regularly for the past decade. On one occasion,…[...]

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Aerial Lift Injuries Are Preventable With the Right Knowledge

Oct 19, 2018
Mobile elevating work platforms, more commonly referred to as aerial lifts, have replaced ladders and scaffolding on many job sites due to their mobility and flexibility. While theses aerial lifts often provide a more safe and efficient way to perform work at heights, unfortunately, these devices are not without their own inherent dangers. One of the known hazards associated with aerial lifts,…[...]

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Know the Law

Unfair Debt Collection – Know Your Rights

Oct 17, 2018
Abusive debt collection practices can take a terrible toll, emotionally and practically. Beyond the fear, stress and embarrassment, families can have their bank accounts frozen, making it impossible to pay for their most basic needs. Debt collectors frequently place incorrect information on people’s credit reports, impairing their ability to secure credit, housing and even employment on some occasions. Many of…[...]

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In the Community

October 16: National Bosses Day

Oct 16, 2018
Today, October 16, is National Bosses Day. I’m fortunate to work for Jason Causey, who’s not only one of the very best and brightest in his field (representing consumers like you and me), but he’s also very kind and wants to help people in financial difficulty. Bosses Day gives the staff here at Bordas & Bordas an opportunity to show…[...]

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Tips When Calling a Lawyer for the First Time

Oct 15, 2018
As an attorney, I often talk to potential clients on the phone regarding a variety of issues. Regardless of what their issue may be, they can do a number of things in preparation for a successful first phone call with a lawyer. The following are just some of the things a person can do when calling a lawyer for the first time:…[...]

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In the Community

Work Zone Speed Limits Clairified

Oct 12, 2018
The question of what a speed limit is in a construction zone can be confusing. There is some conflict as to what the speed limit is an active work zone versus a work zone. A party going over the posted speed limit may attempt to argue that unless the work zone is active, the speed limited is the standard speed…[...]

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In the Community

Fighting for Justice: Let’s Get Rid of Bullying

Oct 11, 2018
The word bullying is a word that we frequently hear and read about in the news. It certainly was present when I was growing up. I remember when I was a 10-year-old, there was a 12-year-old boy who was not particularly well liked by the older kids and who was picked on fairly frequently. As a matter of fact, I…[...]

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Premises Liability Rights in West Virginia – What You Need to Know

Oct 10, 2018
If you have been injured on someone’s unsafe property, you may have a claim to recover damages. The body of law that governs such claims in West Virginia is known as premises liability law and governs the legal responsibilities of property owners and occupiers to prevent injuries to persons on another’s property. West Virginia premises liability laws applies a standard…[...]

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Legal Options

Travel Insurance Causing Woes For Airlines

Oct 9, 2018
If you are planning to travel, be aware that your decision to purchase travel insurance may be more significant than you think. Specifically, recent news reports have brought to light two class action lawsuits that were recently filed against Delta and JetBlue with regard to the travel insurance purchased by their customers. The allegations within these lawsuits provide that JetBlue…[...]

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