As amended through January 31, 2024
(a)Purpose. The definitions set forth in this rule are for the purpose of measuring compliance with the time standards set forth in these rules. (b)Filing. "Filing" is defined as the date of formal registration of a case and assignment of a case number by the clerk of court. (c)Submission. 'submission" is defined as the later of the date of argument or the filing of the final reply brief, unless otherwise ordered by the court. (d)Ruling. "Ruling" is defined as the date of the oral or written pronouncement of a decision by the court. (e)Final Judgment. "Final judgment" is defined as the date of the entry by the circuit clerk of a final order, decree or other document that terminates or otherwise disposes of the case. (f)Other Civil Cases. "Other civil cases" shall mean civil cases which do not involve a money judgment, generally require only one hearing and are generally commenced by the filing of a petition.W.Va. Trial. Ct. R. 16.03