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Opinion regarding insurance company considers definition of ‘ever’
November 24, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerAn Indiana Court of Appeals panel was split in an opinion released today that considered the definition of “ever”
on a home insurance application when it came to whether the homeowners insurance coverage was ever “declined, cancelled,
or non-renewed.”
MoreCourt didn't err in ordering cash bond
November 24, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court’s order that the two beneficiaries of a piece of property who objected
to the sale of the land must each pay a $100,000 cash bond. The case also gave the appellate court the opportunity to decide
the standard of review in this type of challenge.
MoreJustices order Marion County traffic judge's suspension
November 24, 2010
Michael HoskinsThe Indiana Supreme Court has ordered the 30-day no pay suspension of the Marion County traffic judge who’s admitted
he imposed excessive fines and treated people unfairly in his court partly because he wanted to discourage future litigants
from exercising their constitutional right to trial.
MoreIndiana traffic court issues dent judiciary's public perception
November 24, 2010
Michael HoskinsTwo central Indiana traffic court judges are under fire for their conduct and practices in their courtrooms, with one Marion
Superior judge facing disciplinary charges after sparking statewide legislative changes and criticism from the Indiana Court
of Appeals.
MoreIn case of dishonest lawyers
November 24, 2010
Michael HoskinsThe nearly 50-year-old Indiana State Bar Association Clients’ Financial Assistance Fund has seen an unprecedented number
of claims against a single attorney.
MoreCourt programs, economy among focuses of foreclosure conference
November 24, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerWhen it comes to the problem of mortgage foreclosures in Indiana, there appears to be no end in sight, at least not yet.
MoreJohnsen speaks publicly for first time in 2 years
November 24, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerTwo years ago this month, an Indiana University Maurer School of Law professor was named to the transition team of President
Barack Obama, not quite knowing where that experience would lead.
MorePrograms target older foster youth
November 24, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerFor foster youth who are about to age out of the system or have already done so, there often is no support system. That decreases
one’s chance of getting a good education and increases the likelihood that the former foster youth will end up homeless
or become involved in illegal activity and be arrested after aging out.
MoreGeneral Assembly ready for new session's business
November 24, 2010
Michael HoskinsWith a new legislative session on the horizon, the Indiana General Assembly is going to be one to watch as it likely tackles
a multitude of issues influencing the state’s legal community.
MoreIndiana law students raise awareness on animal welfare issues
November 24, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerTo learn more about a number of legal concerns that involve animal welfare – whether those issues involve pets, livestock,
or even exotic animals – students at Indiana law schools have started organizations affiliated with the national Animal
Legal Defense Fund.
MoreDeath and tax uncertainty
November 24, 2010
Michael HoskinsThese days, it feels as though Uncle Sam is laughing at estate planning and wealth transfer attorneys.
MoreViewpoint: I hope you read this
November 24, 2010
An anonymous young lawyer in Indianapolis discusses her anxiety issues and the Judges and Lawyers Assistance Program.
MoreKnox County Bar memorializes lawyer
November 24, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerThe Knox County Bar Association adopted a resolution to memorialize former Indiana State Bar Association president E. Rabb
Emison in mid-November.
MoreCourt tosses use of contempt as way to order debt payment
November 23, 2010
Michael HoskinsThe Indiana Court of Appeals says that a southern county’s local rule permitting the use of contempt powers to enforce
civil judgment payments violates the Indiana Constitution.
MoreCourt erred in admitting child's videotaped statement
November 23, 2010
Jennifer NelsonA trial court improperly allowed a videotaped statement by a victim of child molesting into evidence instead of having the
child participate in live direct examination, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled today in its reversal of a man’s molesting
convictions.
MoreSpecial judge selection rule amended
November 23, 2010
IL StaffThe Indiana Supreme Court has amended the eligibility section of Indiana Trial Rule 79 regarding special judge selection.
More7th Circuit affirms attorney's fees award under Lanham Act
November 23, 2010
Rebecca BerfangerFinding a plaintiff’s actions frivolous, the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals today has affirmed a District Court’s
grant of attorney’s fees to a company that successfully defended itself after selling lamps to the plaintiff home health
care provider. The 7th Circuit also granted the defendant’s motion for fees and costs pursuant to Rule 38 of the appellate
rules.
MoreJudges reverse support modification for lack of jurisdiction
November 22, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a lower court’s ruling that Illinois proceedings on child support were null because
jurisdiction was never properly transferred, noting it found an ex parte proceeding that excluded the mother “extremely
troubling.”
MoreAppellate court affirms judgment in coverage dispute
November 22, 2010
Jennifer NelsonIndiana Evidence Rule 407 may bar evidence of subsequent insurance policy revisions offered to resolve ambiguity in an executed
insurance contract, the Indiana Court of Appeals held today.
MoreReports break down caseloads, costs in Indiana courts
November 22, 2010
IL StaffIt cost nearly $400 million to operate Indiana courts last year, according to new reports released by the Indiana Supreme
Court Division on State Court Administration.
MoreJustices take sex offender case
November 22, 2010
IL StaffThe Indiana Supreme Court granted transfer to a case filed by a convicted felon who refuses to register as a sex offender
for life.
MoreMendenhall gets 40 years for attack
November 19, 2010
Jennifer NelsonAugustus Mendenhall, the attorney who attacked an Indiana state representative last year, received a 40-year sentence today
from a Hamilton County judge.
MoreCOA: Summary judgment wrong in foreclosure suit
November 19, 2010
Jennifer NelsonA mortgagee’s compliance with federal mortgage servicing responsibilities is a condition precedent that can be raised
as an affirmative defense to the foreclosure of a Federal Housing Administration insured loan, the Indiana Court of Appeals
ruled today for the first time.
MoreJudges uphold OWI conviction
November 19, 2010
Jennifer NelsonThe Indiana Court of Appeals concluded today that even though a statute uses the word “and” when saying a driver’s
actions, thoughts, and normal control of faculties must be impaired, the state isn’t required to prove all three were
impaired in order to get a conviction of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
MoreChief’s recusal results in split Supreme Court
November 18, 2010
Michael HoskinsThe same day it heard arguments about the dissolution of a Brown County fire district, the Indiana Supreme Court reinstated
the intermediate court’s ruling on the case because of a 2-2 division caused by the recusal of Chief Justice Randall
T. Shepard.
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The court of appeals not only tries to rewrite or interpret the law to suit their fancy, now they choose play stupid as well. Every consideration must be given to pro se litigants, who are not held to the same standards as attorneys, as stated by,SCOTUS. I assume they didn't have a lawyer, since one wasn't mentioned and I strongly suggest thatb the rest of the, origional petitioners get back in there and fight for their rights.
the irony of situations like this is that the clients whom conour cheated are the ones who should be pulling hardest for him to remain free and keep his law license, so they have some hopes of him paying back. really bury the guy deep and then there will be little hope of restitution
Qualified immunity, means that if you wear a badge, you are exempt from law and free to do anything you please! The courts will back badge toting individuals, because they think they are above the law as well. They think, they have judicial immunity, they do not.
Deeply, deeply concerned? I'll bet if it was the judge's money that had been swindled we'd see deep concern with actual consequences. First a Ponzi scheme, then a shell game with the assets…c'mon, hasn't Conour abused the judicial system and his clients long enough? I say enough already.
Wow, just wow.