Children suing WV over troubled foster care system win appeal, suit will move forward

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: June 4, 2026

Words: 627

Last Updated: 1 week ago

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Foster children suing West Virginia officials over the state’s troubled child welfare system will have another chance to pursue legal action following a successful appeal.

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday reversed and remanded a decision last year made by U.S. District Judge Joseph R. Goodwin dismissing the lawsuit meant to improve West Virginia’s long-troubled foster care system.

“Now is the time to get back to work and effectuate real …

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