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Amy Mann Breaks Glass Ceiling as First Woman Appointed to West Virginia’s 30th Circuit Court

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In a historic appointment, Amy Mann has been named the first female judge to preside over West Virginia’s 30th Circuit Court. This milestone is a significant advancement in gender representation within the state’s judiciary system. Mann, who has been an active legal practitioner in Beckley, West Virginia, brings a wealth of experience and a solid commitment to justice to her new role. The appointment marks not only a personal achievement for Mann but also symbolizes progressive change within the legal community of West Virginia. The 30th Circuit Court, which has historically been male-dominated, will witness … Read more

Amy Mann Sworn In as New Circuit Judge for Monroe & Summers Counties

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UNION, WV — A significant change in the judiciary of Monroe & Summers Counties occurred recently as Amy Mann was officially sworn in as Circuit Judge. This appointment marks a pivotal moment in the local legal landscape, as she steps into a role previously inhabited by other distinguished judges. The ceremony, attended by family, friends, and legal colleagues, underscored the gravity and pride associated with this new chapter both in her career and the community she is set to serve. Amy Mann, who boasts a comprehensive background in law and has served in various capacities … Read more

Climate Scientist Michael Mann Awarded $1M in Defamation Case Against Conservative Writers

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Washington, D.C. – Climate scientist Michael Mann has been awarded $1 million by a jury in a defamation trial against two conservative writers. The lawsuit, filed 12 years ago, was prompted by the writers’ comparison of Mann’s global warming depictions to those of a convicted child molester. Mann, a professor of climate science at the University of Pennsylvania, gained prominence for his “hockey stick” graph illustrating a warming planet. However, his work also attracted skeptics, including the defendants in this case. The trial centered around comments made by the writers regarding Mann’s research. In 2012, … Read more

Climate Scientist Michael Mann Wins Defamation Lawsuit Against Conservative Writers, Awarded $1 Million in Damages

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WASHINGTON (AP) — In a landmark defamation case, climate scientist Michael Mann emerged victorious on Thursday as a jury ruled in his favor against two conservative writers. The writers, Rand Simberg and Mark Steyn, were found guilty of making false statements about Mann, including accusations of data manipulation and comparisons to a convicted child molester. The jury ordered each writer to pay $1 in compensatory damages to Mann. In addition, Steyn was ordered to pay $1 million and Simberg $1,000 in punitive damages for their malicious intent. The case originated from a blog post and … Read more