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WVBA FOIA/LEGAL Forum

Dates

December 3, 2025

Venue

Jackson Kelly Offices

Charleston, WV

Event Overview

Open invite to News Departments across the state to join the WVBA, fellow Reporters and WVBA Legal Counsel for discussions on FOIA’s, Open Government Proceedings, Defamation, News Department Issues - Problems and Solutions. I encourage you to send any reporter in your station that would have to deal with these subjects or have questions for our Legal Counsel.

We welcome your input on topics of discussion...what are areas your reporters struggle with or could use more direction on? We want this to be an interactive event where attendees can discuss and learn alongside professionals. Send your input and registration to mcrist@wvba.com.

Time	Description
9:30 AM	Registration – Coffee & Refreshments
10:00 AM	West Virginia’s Open Government Proceedings Act Essentials of the “Sunshine Law” – A quick overview. Not all gatherings are meetings – Clearing up the confusion. Navigating Changes and Challenges to FOIA Overcoming Roadblocks – What to do when your request is denied, delayed, or stonewalled. Beyond the Basics – Explore alternate tools and tactics for accessing public records. House Bill 3412 – Will it return in 2026 and what the changes mean for you. Defamation: Dodging the Bullet Truth, Opinion, and the Law – What every reporter needs to know about defamation in WV. Third-Party Pitfalls – Understanding your liability for what others say or post. Investigative Panel Discussion Featuring Brad McElhiney, Steve Allen Adams, others TBA
Noon	Adjournment

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The West Virginia Broadcasters Association has been representing and serving West Virginia commercial radio and television stations since 1946. We are a member-driven trade association that provides unequaled service and value to stations throughout the state.