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West Virginia Small Claims Court: $10,000 Limit, Fees & How to File (2026)
Updated:West Virginia small claims court limit is $10,000. Learn filing fees, what cases qualify, and step-by-step instructions for filing in Magistrate Court.
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Tenant Rights in West Virginia: Security Deposits, Eviction, and Landlord Rules (2026)
Updated:West Virginia modernized its tenant law in 2021 (Residential Rental Property Act), adding strong protections: 2x penalty for wrongful deposit withholding, 45-day return deadline, warranty of habitability with repair remedies, and anti-retaliation protections. However, no formal pay-or-quit notice requirement exists, creating uncertainty for tenants.
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West Virginia Wage Theft Laws: Minimum Wage, Overtime, and Final Paycheck Rules
Updated:West Virginia's $8.75 minimum wage, strict 72-hour final paycheck rule, and treble damages for willful violations under the WPCA provide strong worker protections; 2-3 year statute of limitations.
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West Virginia Non-Compete Agreement Laws: What Employees Need to Know
Are non-compete agreements enforceable in West Virginia? Learn the income thresholds, duration limits, and what to do if your employer tries to enforce one.
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West Virginia Debt Collection Laws: Know Your Rights Against Collectors (2026)
Federal and West Virginia law strictly limit what debt collectors can do. Learn your rights, how to stop harassment, dispute a debt, and what damages you can recover in West Virginia.
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West Virginia Landlord Retaliation Laws: Tenant Protections and How to Fight Back (2026)
West Virginia law prohibits landlords from retaliating against tenants who exercise their legal rights. Learn the presumption period, protected activities, and how to take action.
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West Virginia Eviction Notice Requirements: How Much Notice Does Your Landlord Have to Give?
West Virginia landlords must give reasonable notice before eviction. Learn the required notice periods by reason under W. Va. Code § 55-3A-1.
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West Virginia Security Deposit Laws: No Cap, 60-Day Return, 1.5x Penalty
West Virginia landlords must return deposits within 60 days with an itemized statement. Wrongful withholding results in 1.5x damages plus attorney's fees under W. Va. Code § 37-6A.