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Jason J. Wade

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Education

  • J.D., University of Pittsburgh School of Law (2006)
  • B.S., Cum Laude, Business Administration, West Virginia University College of Business and Economics (2003)

Admissions

  • West Virginia
  • Ohio
  • West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of West Virginia

Overview

A Wheeling native, Jason Wade joined our firm in 2009 – focusing his practice in the areas of medical malpractice defense and long-term care.

Experience, commitment and “a strong desire to protect the rights of physicians and nursing homes” set him apart and allow his clients to always count on a “rigorous defense.” Jason takes pride in gaining a full understanding of his clients’ goals, building the best strategies and “defending against the many frivolous claims brought against quality healthcare providers.”

Outside of the office, Jason enjoys local sporting events and the outdoors with his children.

Affiliations

Professional Involvement

  • West Virginia Bar Association
  • Ohio County Bar Association
  • Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia (DTCWV)
  • Defense Research Institute (DRI)
  • Ohio Health Care Association

Community Involvement

  • Board of Directors for Sikora Montessori School
  • Ohio Valley Connect, Member

Experience

Representative Legal Work

  • Obtained summary judgment on behalf of client in Ohio case involving allegations of violating a non-compete clause in employment agreement
  • Obtained defense verdict on behalf of general surgeon in case involving alleged negligence under th
  • West Virginia Medical Professional Liability Act for failing to prevent the formation of a pressure ulcer following surgery
  • Obtained defense verdict on behalf of emergency room physician in case involving alleged negligence under the West Virginia Medical Professional Liability Act for failing to properly diagnose and treat a shoulder injury
  • Represents several Northern Panhandle nursing homes in cases involving allegations of abuse and neglect and wrongful death
  • Obtained voluntary dismissal of case against general surgeon involving alleged negligence during laparoscopic cholecystectomy
  • Represented general surgeon in case involving alleged negligence related to a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
  • Obtained voluntary dismissal of case against general surgeon alleging negligent excision of a lipoma and lymph node
  • Assisted in defense of general surgeon in appeal upon certified question to the West Virginia Supreme Court regarding interpretation of West Virginia's Borrowing Statute
  • Defended one of West Virginia's largest hospitals in appeal before the Supreme Court of the United States which raised important issues regarding the proper application of the civil immunity provisions of the Health Care Quality Improvement Act
  • Represented oil and gas producers and consultants in lease disputes
  • Assisted in successful representation of local attorney in a legal malpractice case

Additional Legal Experience

  • United States District Court, Northern District of West Virginia - Law Clerk for Magistrate Judge James E. Seibert (2008-2009)
  • Student Attorney - University of Pittsburgh School of Law Elder Law Clinic (2005-2006)
  • Law Clerk, Tershel & Associates (2004-2005)

Insights

Honors & Awards

  • Listed, West Virginia Rising Stars (2018 - 2021)
  • 2011 Graduate of Leadership Wheeling
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