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Judges split in adopted trust-beneficiaries matter
August 13, 2010
Jennifer NelsonIn an issue of first impression regarding the retroactivity of a 2003 amendment to the state’s trust code, the Indiana
Court of Appeals was divided on whether adopted children should have been included as beneficiaries of a trust.
MoreAttorneys needed for foreclosure events
August 13, 2010
IL StaffAttorney volunteers are needed for free borrower outreach programs around Indiana hosted by the Indiana Foreclosure Prevention
Network Sept. 1.
MoreTax Court judge to retire Jan. 1
August 12, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe state’s first and only judge of the Indiana Tax Court, Judge Thomas G. Fisher, announced today he is stepping down
from the bench Jan. 1, 2011.
MoreNo qualified immunity for officer in diabetic man's claim
August 12, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed denial of summary judgment in favor of a police officer in a diabetic man’s
claims that the officer used excessive force and injured him while removing him from a car after a diabetic episode.
MoreMajority affirms default judgment against Sears
August 12, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals split today as to whether a department store was entitled to have a default judgment set aside.
MoreIndiana Tax Court judge retiring next year
August 12, 2010
IL StaffIndiana Tax Court Judge Thomas G. Fisher is leaving the bench Jan. 1, 2011, the court announced this afternoon.
More7th Circuit affirms Lake County official's sentence
August 11, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe 7th Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld Robert Cantrell’s 78-month sentence for various convictions, including using
his position in public office for kickbacks.
MoreCOA affirms doctrine of transferred intent applies
August 11, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals agreed that the doctrine of transferred intent applied in the case of a juvenile adjudicated
for committing battery for hitting his teacher unintentionally when trying to punch another student.
MoreCouple should have jury trial on legal claims
August 11, 2010
Jennifer NelsonA couple whose home is being foreclosed on is entitled to a jury trial on their legal claims against the mortgage holder and
loan servicer, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled today.
More7th Circuit: Officer allowed to resume frisk
August 10, 2010
Jennifer NelsonAs one 7th Circuit Court of Appeals judge cautioned, it’s generally not a good idea to ride around in a car with cocaine
on you when
police have many reasons why they may legitimately stop the car.
MoreJudges: 2-year statute of limitations doesn't apply
August 10, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals reversed the dismissal of a medical group’s application for adjustment of claim for provider
fee, finding the Indiana Worker’s Compensation Board erred by ruling the application was filed outside the statute of
limitations.
MoreJudge: Look closer at claim of being part of a persecuted social group
August 10, 2010
Jennifer NelsonIn granting a petition for review of a denial of an asylum request, 7th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge David Hamilton believes
the Board of
Immigration Appeals applied too narrow of a concept of a “social group.&rdquo
MoreCourt suspends attorney for 30 days
August 9, 2010
Michael HoskinsThe Indiana Supreme Court has imposed a 30-day suspension against an Indianapolis attorney who was one of nearly three dozen
people to recently apply for an opening on the state’s highest court.
MoreSpecial judge rules on venue change in Camm case
August 9, 2010
Michael HoskinsA southern Indiana judge has decided not to change the venue of a former state trooper’s third murder trial, and instead
will bring in jurors from outside the region to consider charges in a case that has twice been overturned on appeal.
MoreA chargeback isn't a sale of insurance
August 9, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe 7th Circuit Court of Appeals held today that a chargeback for the cost of insurance is not a sale of insurance, as some
owner-operators of leased trucks argued. The Circuit Court also took issue with the District judge’s decision on which
statute of limitations applied to the parts of the suit.
MoreRace against domestic violence Aug. 14
August 9, 2010
IL StaffThe 7th annual Race Away from Domestic Violence 5k will be held on Saturday in Indianapolis. The race is hosted by the Indiana
Coalition Against Domestic Violence and raises awareness and money to help end domestic violence in the state.
MoreFelony can't be modified to misdemeanor 9 years later
August 6, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerIn a case of first impression, the Court of Appeals reversed and remanded with instructions a trial court’s modification
of a criminal sentence from a Class D felony to a Class A misdemeanor nine years after the appellee-defendant pleaded guilty
to operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
MoreCommission sends finalists letter to governor
August 6, 2010
Michael HoskinsA 60-day clock has started for Gov. Mitch Daniels to choose the next Indiana Supreme Court justice, after three names were
officially sent to him Thursday afternoon.
MoreProgramming causes error on annual attorney registrations
August 6, 2010
IL StaffAttorney annual registration statements mailed last month may contain an error because of programming, but state officials
say lawyers don’t have to correct that specific problem.
MoreCourt: Man properly executed will, not under undue influence
August 6, 2010
Elizabeth BrockettThe Indiana Court of Appeals today affirmed a jury’s decision that upheld a will after the decedent’s children
questioned whether the will was executed properly and whether the trial court erred in rejecting a jury instruction regarding
undue influence.
MoreJudges find ruling denied mentally ill man's due process rights
August 5, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals reversed today the denial of a mentally ill man’s motion to dismiss charges against him
because not dismissing the charges was a violation of his due process rights.
More7th Circuit expands inquiry to implicit motion for new attorney
August 5, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe 7th Circuit Court of Appeals expanded caselaw today when ruling on a defendant’s request for new counsel.
MoreElection for judicial commissions member this fall
August 5, 2010
IL StaffThe Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission and Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualifications are looking for a new attorney
member.
MoreJudges needed for moot court
August 4, 2010
IL StaffThe Sherman Minton Moot Court competition at Indiana University Maurer School of Law is seeking judges for this fall’s
competition.
MoreMan entitled to commission, but a reduced amount
August 4, 2010
Jennifer NelsonBecause a former employee wasn’t aware of nor agreed to a plan that would effectively limit his earnings from selling
crop insurance, the Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed based on Indiana law that he was entitled to his commission he secured
in 2005 even if premiums weren't received until later. The appellate court did, however, reduce the amount of money his
former employer owed him due to draws and set-offs.
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Lawyer who emailed nude film clip to harm ex-intern suspended 3 years
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Indianapolis law firm Stewart & Irwin closing
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Indianapolis law firm Stewart & Irwin closing
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Court Calendar
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May 28, 2013 The Estate of Richard A. Mayer and Spangler, Jennings & Dougherty, P.C., v. Lax, Inc., and David Lasco - 5/28/13
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June 12, 2013 Northern Assurance Company of America v. Thomson, Inc., et al. - 6/12/13
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June 18, 2013 State of Indiana v. Robert Owens - 6/18/13
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June 18, 2013 Winston K. Wood v. State of Indiana - 6/18/13
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I highly recommend Deanna and her team of professionals that serve the legal community. Great information and many thanks for sharing.
they are pushing these cases against lawyers too far. thought-crime.
vagueness cannot challenged, so let's write all laws vaguely and throw the constitution out the window.Even if the court is operating under a particular law, if they don't it they will change it to their liking. What a joke!!!
Two convictions becomes one conviction with exactly the same sentence, only it is not clear wheter or not that sentence will be 18 months, 120 months or 138 months. Actually if the guns were in a home, whether or not they were his, he is protected under the 2nd amendment. Jurors need to learn the law and the constitution before judging others. The cour5ts need to do this as well.
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.