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Attorney's kidnapper nets 60-year sentence
February 3, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe man who abducted his attorney in July 2008 has been sentenced to 60 years in the Indiana Department of Correction.
MoreLawmakers: No Gitmo detainees to Indiana
February 3, 2009
Michael HoskinsA Northern Indiana lawmaker doesn't want any Guantanamo Bay Naval Base detainees to be sent to a high-security prison
in Terre Haute once the Guantanamo camp is closed within a year.
MoreFirst Wednesday to discuss crime
February 2, 2009
IL StaffThe ACLU of Indiana kicks off its spring season of First Wednesdays Feb. 4 with the topic, "Crime in the Streets: What
can police really do?"
MoreHigh court grants 2 transfers
February 2, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Supreme Court granted transfer to two cases Jan. 29, one involving statements given to police and the other whether
a man's trial counsel was ineffective.
MoreCourt rules on agency record appeals
January 30, 2009
Jennifer NelsonIn two separate opinions, the Indiana Court of Appeals tackled the issue of timely and complete filing of an agency record.
MoreCOA: Mother not liable for death as gun buyer
January 30, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed summary judgment in a negligence claim in favor of a woman whose husband killed her
daughter with a gun she purchased for him, finding the designated evidence doesn't show proximate cause.
MoreOrder restricts guns, alcohol in judge's home
January 30, 2009
Jennifer NelsonSpecial Judge Walter Chapala issued an order this week requiring all firearms be removed from the home of a LaPorte Superior
judge who was shot last month in her home.
MoreOpinion invites high court to reconsider decision
January 29, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals invited the Indiana Supreme Court to revisit its ruling that held only children born alive fall
under Indiana's Child Wrongful Death Statute. In a decision today, the majority of the appellate court panel felt bound
by the high court's previous ruling.
MoreProminent Seymour attorney dies
January 29, 2009
IL StaffA Seymour attorney recognized for his contributions to the community died unexpectedly Jan. 27 during a morning workout.
MoreCOA clarifies unemployment benefits issue
January 29, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals used a case before it as an opportunity to clarify how an employee's eligibility for unemployment
benefits should be determined when the employee is discharged for attendance issues.
MoreLaw examiners board gets new officers, members
January 29, 2009
IL StaffThe State Board of Law Examiners has new members this year, thanks to two appointments by the Indiana Supreme Court, as well
as newly elected officers.
MoreCOA to hear arguments at Indy high school
January 29, 2009
IL StaffIndiana's Court of Appeals will hear arguments at an Indianapolis high school Friday in a case determining whether a juvenile
committed auto theft, a Class D felony if committed by an adult.
MoreSome Lake civil cases go to random filing
January 28, 2009
Michael HoskinsAttorneys opening new civil cases in Lake County should note that a new random filing system is being put in place, a plan
described as the most extensive use of this in the county's history.
MoreTrial court couldn't modify man's sentence
January 28, 2009
Jennifer NelsonFinding the addition of the term "imposed" to an amendment of Indiana Code Section 35-38-1-17(a) in 2005 to be critical
in a man's appeal of his sentence, the Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of his motion to modify his second
sentence.
MoreSnow closes some federal, county courts
January 28, 2009
Michael HoskinsThe foot or more of snow dumped on the southern two-thirds of Indiana hasn't stopped some attorneys from making it to
their offices today, but it has closed some courts around the state.
MoreJudges differ in stipulation matter
January 27, 2009
Jennifer NelsonA panel of Indiana Court of Appeals judges disagreed on whether a defendant pleaded guilty to the enhancement of his auto
theft conviction based on his previous conviction for a similar crime.
MoreCOA: Wife is liable for mortgages
January 27, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a judgment against a woman who denied signing for mortgages that are now in foreclosure;
however, the judges disagreed whether the mortgage holder proved default under the terms of the notes.
MoreCounties seeking comment on rule changes
January 27, 2009
IL StaffTwo central Indiana counties are seeking public comment on proposed local rule changes.
MoreCourt sanctions school corporation a third time
January 26, 2009
Jennifer NelsonA Northern District magistrate judge has issued sanctions for the third time against Gary Community School Corp. for its lack
of cooperation in a suit involving a transgender student.
MoreCLE to discuss art, law
January 26, 2009
IL StaffThe Harrison Center for the Arts in Indianapolis is pairing art and the law Feb. 6 in a new exhibit, "Harrison, Kleeman
& Miller." Before the exhibit opens, Rule 1.1 is sponsoring a free CLE on art and law.
MoreAllen Circuit judge faces misconduct charges
January 26, 2009
Michael HoskinsThe Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualifications filed misconduct charges today against Allen Circuit Judge Thomas Felts,
who pleaded guilty last year to drunk driving.
MoreCOA travels to West Lafayette for arguments
January 26, 2009
IL StaffThe Indiana Court of Appeals will visit West Lafayette Tuesday to hear arguments in a case involving a warrantless search
of a vehicle.
MoreMarion County presiding judge named
January 23, 2009
IL StaffThe state's largest county court system has new leadership for the next two years. Marion Superior Judge Robert Altice,
a Republican, became presiding judge of the court system for a two-year term.
MoreJustices: City can proceed with ELA claim
January 23, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Supreme Court held that the city of South Bend's claim under the Environmental Legal Action statute can continue
because the statute of limitations hadn't run out.
MoreMiscarriage an 'act' in intimidation charge
January 22, 2009
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed today a man's conviction of and sentence for intimidation after he threatened his
wife, who recently miscarried. The appellate court ruled the miscarriage fulfilled the "act" part of the charge
as contemplated by Indiana statute.
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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...
Yikes!