Krivonyak v. Hey’s Empirical Analysis

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2 state decisions

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1. “Although these instructions have not formally been filed as regulations with the Secretary of State, they are utilized by courts, attorneys, and the Council in requesting or making payment for representation of eligible clients. The Council is also charged with the responsibility for determining that the submitted vouchers meet the statutory requirements. W.Va. Code § 29-21-14(h). It is, therefore, equitable to consider these guidelines in determining whether the petitioners have established a clear legal right to the relief they request.”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. 188 W. Va. 633 - Judy v. White

2. “‘To entitle one to a writ of mandamus, the party seeking the writ must show a clear legal right thereto and a corresponding duty on the respondent to perform the act demanded.’ Syl.Pt. 1, State ex rel. Prince v. West Virginia Department of Highways, 156 W.Va. 178 , 195 S.E.2d 160 (1972).”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. 188 W. Va. 633 - Judy v. White