Central Indiana
Mother files suit challenging school bus fee
November 3, 2011
Jennifer NelsonA woman in Marion County has filed a lawsuit against a community school corporation because she claims the fee imposed for
her children to ride the bus to school interferes with their constitutional right to an education.
MoreTax Court denies assessor's motion to dismiss appeal
November 2, 2011
Jennifer NelsonIndiana Tax Judge Martha Wentworth denied the Marion County assessor’s motion to dismiss two petitioners' original
tax appeal, finding the parties properly served a copy of the petition with the attorney general’s office.
MoreGreenwood attorney is world's youngest judge
October 31, 2011
Jennifer NelsonAmong the records for longest carpet of flowers laid and the world’s shortest cat you’ll soon find the name of
a Johnson County attorney.
MorePlea reached in first-ever common construction wage prosecution
October 28, 2011
IL StaffThe Marion County Prosecutor’s Office has reached a plea agreement in a common construction wage violation involving
an Indianapolis contractor, believed to be the first prosecution of this kind in Indiana.
MoreJudges uphold admission of robbery confession
October 3, 2011
Jennifer NelsonA trial court did not err in admitting evidence of uncharged misconduct from another incident during a defendant’s trial
for robbery, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled Monday. The evidence contained a letter that helped corroborate the man’s
confession to the robbery.
MoreCourt reverses decision denying trial counsel appointment
September 13, 2011
Michael HoskinsThe Indiana Court of Appeals has determined a Jay Superior judge didn’t look at a defendant’s “total financial
picture” when assessing his need for a court-appointed attorney. It has ordered a new indigency evaluation and trial
for the misdemeanor battery charge.
MoreFirst Wednesday to discuss bullying
September 6, 2011
IL StaffThe American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana’s First Wednesday discussion panel on Sept. 7 will tackle the issue of
bullying.
More3 counties join Odyssey
August 29, 2011
IL StaffCass, Shelby, and Union counties are the latest additions to the statewide case management system known as Odyssey.
MoreJustice touts Odyssey, counties seek addition judicial officers
August 25, 2011
Jennifer NelsonThe Commission on Courts meeting Wednesday contained some familiar elements: Indiana Supreme Court Justice Frank Sullivan
testified regarding Odyssey and two trial judges have once again asked for an additional judicial officer.
MoreCommission on Courts to discuss JTAC, new judges
August 23, 2011
IL StaffAt its first meeting Wednesday, the Commission on Courts will hear updates on Judicial Technology and Automation Committee
projects as well as requests for new judges.
MoreJudges uphold theft charge against man
August 19, 2011
Jennifer NelsonOn interlocutory appeal, the Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of a man’s motion to dismiss his theft charge
in Jay County because he caused the delay in the case by absconding. The case brought up the issue of whether knowledge by
jail officials on the whereabouts of the defendant can mean that the judge and prosecutor were sufficiently notified.
MoreFoundation in memory of attorney hosting golf fundraiser
August 17, 2011
IL StaffChrist is my Big C, a charitable foundation started by attorney Stephenie Jocham to help cancer patients, is seeking sponsorships,
foursomes, and silent auction items for an Oct. 17 golf tournament.
MoreCOA sides with Live Nation in naming dispute
August 16, 2011
Jenny MontgomeryThe Indiana Court of Appeals has affirmed the trial court’s dismissal of the Murat Temple Association’s claim
that Live Nation Worldwide violated terms of its lease agreement.
MoreCourt could find juvenile must register as sex offender
August 15, 2011
Jennifer NelsonA Montgomery Circuit Court had subject matter jurisdiction to order a juvenile to register as a sex offender for 10 years,
the Indiana Court of Appeals held Monday.
MoreAttorney named as new Julian Center leader
August 10, 2011
IL StaffThe Julian Center, a nonprofit providing counseling and other services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and
other life crises, has announced that Melissa Pershing will be the center’s new executive director.
MoreJustices reverse ruling against hospital on spoliation claim
August 10, 2011
Jennifer NelsonRelying on workers’ compensation cases involving first- and third-party spoliation claims, the Indiana Supreme Court
has declined to recognize similar claims regarding medical malpractice suits.
MoreCOA applies sports injury conduct rule
August 4, 2011
Michael HoskinsLess than three months after the Indiana Supreme Court issued a decision about sports injury cases, the state’s intermediate
appellate court is now applying the new rule regarding how liability should be determined.
MoreProtective Order Pro Bono Project launches pro se clinic
August 3, 2011
IL StaffThe Protective Order Pro Bono Project, which provides pro bono legal assistance to indigent victims of domestic violence in
Marion County to obtain and enforce protection orders, is starting a pro se clinic this month.
MoreYoung lawyer and longtime friend create feature film
August 3, 2011
Jenny MontgomeryIndiana history buffs may remember Eugene V. Debs as the five-time Socialist candidate for president who, in 1918, represented
himself in his own sedition trial, in defense of his anti-war statements. Now, two young filmmakers have added a new chapter
to the life of the Terre Haute native, creating a fictional descendant – a hard-drinking grandson – who aims to
become governor of Indiana.
MoreLawmakers may consider sentencing options for children waived to adult court
August 3, 2011
Michael HoskinsWithin a six-month period, one Indiana county prosecutor faced two situations where he had to make one of the toughest types
of decisions – whether a child should be tried in juvenile or adult court based on the brutality of a crime and age
of the offender.
MorePartner pay rises despite economic recession
August 3, 2011
Scott OlsonPartners at Indianapolis’ largest law firms are enjoying healthy pay increases despite the tough economic times.
MoreFirst Wednesday event to discuss use of force by police
August 1, 2011
IL StaffThe American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana’s First Wednesday discussion on Aug. 3 is “POLICE: Use of Force
– Crossing the Threshold.”
More'Notario' pleads guilty to tax evasion, illegal law practice
July 28, 2011
Michael HoskinsA Marion Superior judge has sentenced an Indianapolis woman who offered illegal immigration services without a law license
and evaded paying her income taxes through that business.
MoreDOJ: No charges against cops involved in arrest of Indianapolis teen
July 28, 2011
IL StaffThe U.S. Department of Justice announced Thursday that it’s closed its investigation into whether federal criminal civil
rights charges should be filed against the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers involved in the arrest of
Indianapolis teenager Brandon Johnson. Johnson claimed officers used excessive force while trying to arrest him.
MoreHospital doesn't owe attorney any contingency fees
July 27, 2011
Jennifer NelsonA Kokomo attorney is not entitled to collect his contingency fees from a hospital in his representation of a patient caught
in an insurance dispute, the Indiana Court of Appeals has held.
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With all due respect, Rick, I think you probably would be making a mistake by going to law school. The job market for attorneys is so saturated, you may well find yourself unemployed and with a lot of debt. You mention law would be a good supplement to your skills. True. But employers unfortunately don't value that. You will find that a law degree may well pigeonhole you into an attorney slot and limit career options. If you have a good job now I would hold onto that. As an attorney, you may well end up making less with the aforementioned debt.
Jack, I was only responding to bill's comment of tying everybody in government together. I agree with you though, it takes one bad apple to ruin the bunch.. As in any profession. What's truly unfair is when somebody violates someone's trust and takes complete advantage of someone
John’s comment is unfair. The majority of attorneys can be trusted. Unfortunately, all it takes is one greedy, unscrupulous, immoral attorney to jade the public.
In regards to bill's comment about trusting the cover meant. We can trust them about as much as we can trust attorneys'.
This is disturbing to learn...