Professional Statement:
Eric L. Silkwood concentrates his practice on matters related to workplace injury, premise liability, transportation law, and business litigation as well as other general litigation matters.
As a member of the firm's Workplace Liability Group and Business Litigation Group, Mr. Silkwood is frequently involved in the defense of employers in the coal, oil, gas, timber, construction, mining and drilling fields. This representation includes counsel on MSHA and OSHA regulatory issues, as well as defense of employee injury suits.
Practice Concentrations:
Education:
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J.D., West Virginia University College of Law (2006)
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B.S., West Virginia University, Journalism (Advertising) (2002)
Professional Involvement:
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Energy and Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF)
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Defense Research Institute
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West Virginia Motor Truck Association
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West Virginia Bar Association
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Kanawha County Bar Association
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West Virginia Defense Trial Council
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West Virginia Magistrate Court Mediator
Writings & Publications:
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The Downlow on Kelo: How an Expansive Interpretation of the Public Use Clause has Opened the Floodgates for Eminent Domain Abuse, 109 W.Va. Law Rev. 493
Teaching & Lecturing:
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Controlling Liability After an Accident, West Virginia Motor Truck Association, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Community Involvement:
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The Big John Manumaleuna Foundation (Board Member)
Legal Experience:
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Summer Clerk - Flaherty, Sensabaugh and Bonasso P.L.L.C. (2005)
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Legal Intern - Kay, Casto & Chaney
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