Lawrence Casteel v. Consolidation Coal Co‪.‬

1. "The definition of "handicap" as specified in W.Va. Code, 5-11-3(t) [1987], must be strictly construed in order to assist individuals with substantial handicaps in achieving employment; a strict construction allows proper accommodation of the interests of handicapped individuals, other employees, the employer and the public." Syllabus Point 3, Ranger Fuel Corp. v. West Virginia Human Rights Commn., 180 W.Va. 260, 376 S.E.2d 154 (1988).