John David Hurst

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John David Hurst: Attorney with Motley Rice LLC
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

John Hurst is dedicated to holding corporations accountable for their impact on individuals and society. He focuses his practice on developing and executing case strategies in toxic tort, occupational disease, public nuisance, catastrophic injury and product liability litigation.

John represents workers and their family members injured by occupational, environmental or household exposure to asbestos, including numerous mesothelioma victims. A central member of the West Virginia team, he also manages large, complex multi-party litigation and works extensively in federal, state, and bankruptcy court at both trial and appellate levels. In 2014, John was a key member of a trial team that obtained a compensatory and punitive damages verdict in Massachusetts federal court against a manufacturer of asbestos-containing fireproofing. He represents clients with FELA claims against their railroad employers and merchant mariners with Jones Act claims against their shipowner employers.

Recognized as an AV rated attorney Martindale-Hubbell, John’s experience goes beyond occupational disease litigation. He represents state and local governments with public nuisance claims related to the excessive distribution and dispensing of drugs contributing to the opioid crisis. John brought his knowledge of toxic tort cases to the East Palestine litigation against Norfolk Southern, stemming from the train derailment and toxic chemical spill on Feb. 3, 2023, specifically assisting with property damage claims. He also represented victims of a 2009 explosion at the ConAgra facility in Garner, N.C., and negotiated the resolution of those claims against industrial contractors.

John published the first academic analysis of credit counseling agencies, “Protecting Consumers from Consumer Credit Counseling,” 9 N.C. Banking Inst. 159 (2005), and co-authored “Premises Liability Update: Employee Cases,” for Emerging Trends in Asbestos Litigation, (March 9-11, 2009), and “The Changing Landscape of Single Sex Education,” School Law Bulletin (2006).

Awards, Accolades & Recognitions

Super Lawyers

2014-2021 West Virginia Super Lawyers Rising Stars list
Personal injury - general: plaintiff; Personal injury - products: plaintiff; Class action/mass torts: plaintiff

Blog Posts

September 24, 2020

Mesothelioma Awareness Month: Jobs you didn’t know pose a risk Causes, Not Just Cases

by: John D. Hurst

September 18, 2017

Asbestos a hidden danger left behind in hurricanes’ wake Causes, Not Just Cases

by: John D. Hurst

News

August 5, 2016

Joe Rice Co-Chairs annual Perrin Asbestos Litigation Conference for 7th consecutive year

by: Motley Rice

February 29, 2016

FDA takes action on Essure permanent birth control procedure

by: Motley Rice

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Areas of Practice (3)

  • Asbestos Exposure
  • Medical Device Lawsuits
  • Toxic Exposure

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, B.A., highest distinction, 2002
Law School Attended:
University of North Carolina, School of Law, J.D., 2006
Year of First Admission:
2006
Admission:
North Carolina; Pennsylvania; 2008, West Virginia; South Carolina; U.S. District Court for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina, Northern District of Ohio, District of South Carolina, and the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia
Memberships:

Associations

American Association for Justice

West Virginia Association for Justice

Reported Cases:
Casework: Johns Manville & Asbestos: Johns Manville, Inc. manufactured and distributed asbestos products. Learn about the company's asbestos history and asbestos compensation trust.; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; John Crane Company & Asbestos: For decades, John Crane, Inc. made asbestos containing products. Learn about the company's history and current financial status.; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; Asbestos on Merchant Marine Ships: A MARDOC lawsuit may help merchant marines who were exposed to asbestos. Explore your options here.; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; Shipyard Asbestos Exposure Lawsuit: Shipyard asbestos exposure lawsuits seek compensation for workers who developed asbestos-related occupational illnesses.; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; Asbestos Companies: Asbestos companies may be liable for diseases caused by asbestos exposure. If you were harmed, you may be eligible to seek compensation.; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; East Palestine Train Derailment: Learn more about the Norfolk Southern Derailment, what caused it and the hazardous materials released.; Toxic Exposure Transportation Accident Lawsuits; Active Case; Asbestos Products: Asbestos products include building materials, automotive, fireproofing/fire-resistant and beauty products; Asbestos Exposure Toxic Exposure; Active Case; Asbestos-Related Diseases: Asbestos-related diseases include severe conditions, such as mesothelioma, lung cancer and asbestosis; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; Asbestos in Canada: Learn about asbestos in Canada and how you can seek compensation for asbestos-related diseases.; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; Household Exposure to Asbestos: Household asbestos exposure may cause serious illnesses. Learn about dealing with asbestos in your home.; Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; Secondhand Asbestos Exposure: Secondhand asbestos exposure may lead to mesothelioma and other diseases. Learn more here.; Toxic Exposure Asbestos Exposure; Active Case; Bard Hernia Mesh Lawsuit: Bard hernia mesh has been linked to thousands of injuries. Those injured may file Bard hernia mesh lawsuits.; Medical Device Lawsuits; Active Case;
ISLN:
919102703

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Peer Reviews

4.6/5.0 (30 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.6/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.6/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.7/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.5/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 11/16/15 in Asbestos Litigation

    Mr. Hurst is an exceptional, hard-working and dedicated attorney to his clients' needs in the West Virginia Asbestos Litigation. Mr. Hurst is very personable and maintains good working professional relationships with counsel.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 11/18/15 in Trial Practice

    Mr. Hurst is an extremely competent attorney who thoroughly develops the factual background of his client and the facts surrounding the issues involved with the case, and applies the legal theories to achieve the best result for his client.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Shareholder on 07/30/20 in Asbestos Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Partner on 07/16/20 in Asbestos Litigation

    Although he is on the opposite side of the V, John is a pleasure to work with. He has the highest ethical standards. I trust him. He performs excellent work for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 12/21/19 in Asbestos Litigation

    John is an excellent courtroom advocate and his knowledge of asbestos issues is second to none.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 03/05/18 in Asbestos Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/27/18 in Toxic Torts

    John is a fine and upstanding person and lawyer. His word is his bond.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/13/18 in Toxic Torts

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 02/13/18 in Asbestos Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 02/13/18 in Asbestos Litigation

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