Lawyers who helped WV foster children sue state officials over troubled system still seeking appeal

A sweeping lawsuit brought by foster children against West Virginia continues to seek an appeal after a federal judge tossed the lawsuit out, saying the problems couldn't be resolved by a court.

By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: June 2, 2026

Words: 646

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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A sweeping lawsuit brought by foster children against West Virginia continues to seek an appeal after a federal judge tossed the lawsuit out, saying the problems couldn’t be resolved by a court.

Many of the child welfare issues included in the lawsuit persist, including housing children in group homes due to a lack of foster families and in-state support services for kids. The lawsuit also focused on overburdened Child Protective Services workers; …

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