Messer v. HAMPDEN COAL CO., LLC

This matter is before this Court upon an appeal by Bobby and Amanda Messer (hereinafter “Petitioners”) from an order of the Circuit Court of Wyoming County (hereinafter “tidal court”) denying their motion for a new trial. The Petitioners contend that the trial court erred in refusing to strike a prospective juror for cause. Upon thorough review of the briefs, arguments of counsel, record, and applicable precedent, this Court affirms the lower court’s decision.

I. Factual and Procedural History

On September 15, 2005, Petitioner Bobby Messer, while employed by Rectron, Inc., (hereinafter…