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Equality and Transgender Rights in WV Schools
A study by the Williams Institute at the UCLA School of Law in 2017 found that West Virginia (WV) has the highest percentage of teens ages 13 to 17 who identify as transgender in the United States. These students are entitled to the same rights, civil liberties, and...
Name and Gender Change Issues for Transgender West Virginia Residents
Transgender individuals in West Virginia (WV) and elsewhere face challenges when it comes to the promise of equal rights and fair treatment in society. If you are a transgender West Virginia resident simply trying to have your legal records reflect your true identity,...
What You Need to Know about Appealing a Car Accident Case in West Virginia
The final judgment or verdict in a car accident case is not necessarily the final word in the matter. Under the right circumstances, a West Virginia car accident lawyer can help you fight to overturn an unfavorable outcome by appealing a car accident case in West...
Civil Rights and Discrimination in WV Schools
Public schools and other educational institutions in West Virginia (WV) and elsewhere have obligations to protect students’ civil rights, including providing a safe educational environment that is free from discrimination. When problems related to civil rights and...
The Role of Insurance in West Virginia Trucking Accident Claims
A collision between a passenger vehicle and a large truck, or between two trucks, can lead to significant physical injuries to the drivers and passengers of the vehicles involved and property damage to the vehicles themselves. Often, legal claims are filed by one or...
Do You Have a Right Not to Wear a Mask in WV?
If 2020 was the year for contesting social distancing mandates, 2021 became the year for contesting both vaccine and mask mandates. Americans get very sensitive when it comes to their rights, and the mask mandates of 2021 have had many Americans wondering what...
Charleston Attorney Announces Law Firm Website Redesign
The Law Office of M. Andrew Brison, PLLC is pleased to showcase a fresh new look online after a law firm website redesign, with website design services provided by TOPDOG Legal Marketing, LLC. The new site will allow the Charleston law firm to better serve clients and...
What police actions constitute excessive force in West Virginia?
Police officers have a difficult job. They should protect and serve the community, but they often find themselves dealing with unpredictable situations. While much of their job involves patrolling and talking to people, sometimes police officers have to intervene in a...
What are the 2 most dangerous times to drive each day?
Every time you get in a motor vehicle, you take your life in your hands. Yes, most trips are completely uneventful, but it only takes a half second for a drunk driver or someone texting at the wheel to crash into your vehicle and change your life forever. Being aware...