State Supreme Court: Improper traffic stop means drug, weapon evidence should be suppressed
The state Supreme Court reversed a Marion Superior Court decision to deny a motion to suppress the evidence seized during the stop and remanded the case.
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Texas couple sues Ice Miller for legal malpractice
Amy and Scott Newcomer say Ice Miller rushed to settle a 2022 lawsuit filed against them and their business and didn’t preserve federal jurisdiction after the case was settled.
DIY divorces highlight need for family law attorneys, especially in rural areas
Nine of the 10 Indiana counties with the highest rates of domestic case filings (primarily divorce and legal separation proceedings) were legal deserts, according to an analysis by the Indiana Lawyer of caseload statistics by the Indiana Judicial Branch and Census population data.
Appeals court affirms denial of visitation rights for ex-boyfriend of child’s mother
The court affirmed a decision denying visitation rights, noting Fleschner’s behavior, which included secret communications with the child, undermined the mother’s authority.
Miranda warnings not necessary for police interview, Indiana Court of Appeals says
The Indiana Court of Appeals said Miranda warnings were not necessary for Benjerman Hoffman’s interview with New Albany police to be considered admissible.
Former mail carrier sentenced for fraud and theft charges tied to $34M scheme
In April 2024, officers found thousands of stolen checks valued at $20 million during a search of Ruffin and her property.
Hoosiers favor amendment giving judges more power in denying bail
More than 58% of Hoosiers voted in favor of a constitutional amendment that would give trial judges greater discretion in denying bail.
Some firms still see plenty of value in billboards, other low-tech forms of advertising
The combination of high-traffic areas and hard-to-ignore visuals is a key reason some personal injury and family law firms stick to old-school billboards and bus wraps rather than blowing all their marketing budget chasing scrolling smartphone users or fickle TV viewers.
Evansville mom sues school corporation over sexual assault on kindergartner
An Evansville mom is suing the Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation and its governing board for damages after her daughter was allegedly sexually assaulted by a fellow kindergartner.
Illinois steel manufacturer accuses Indiana companies of misplacing more than $1M in steel beams
An Illinois-based steel manufacturer is suing two Indiana companies for allegedly misplacing $1.2 million in stored steel beams.
CORRECTION: Appeals court remands case involving organ donor identity mistake
The appellate affirmed that Indiana’s Medical Malpractice Act does not apply because the challenged conduct — searching the donor registry — does not qualify as health care.
Nominating commission narrows Lake Superior Court judicial candidates to 10
Gov. Mike Braun will have 60 days to select two nominees to fill two judicial vacancies in the Lake Superior Court left by two judges who are retiring at the end of the year.
Retiring Indiana Legal Services lawyer receives pro bono services award
Jeff Heck, who will retire as Indiana Legal Services’ general counsel and pro bono director, received the Randall T. Shepard Award for excellence in pro bono service.
Tavonna Harris Askew prepares to return to Indiana Legal Services as its chief executive
Tavonna Harris Askew, who will start her new role Nov. 9, said the position aligns with her original reason for becoming a lawyer: giving back to her community.
Terre Haute man accused of illegally voting since 2018 as a noncitizen
Francisco Aguilar Romero has been charged with fraudulent voter registration, perjury and three counts of being an ineligible voter, according to MyCase.
Porter County judge faces disciplinary action following drunken driving arrest, guilty plea
Judge Christopher A. Buckley faces a charge of using his judicial status to gain leniency and having been convicted of operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
Support groups, career flexibility help attorneys manage work and parenting
More than 75% of attorneys who are mothers said a flexible work policy was key to their success, according to a 2023 survey from the American Bar Association.
Lake County to interview candidates for two Lake Superior Court vacancies
The Lake County Judicial Nominating Committee will interview 17 candidates Oct. 23 as part of a search to fill two judicial vacancies in the Lake Superior Court.
Former Indiana Legal Services staff attorney to return as CEO
Tavonna Harris Askew previously served as a staff attorney for the organization in 2001 after graduating from Indiana University’s Maurer School of Law.
Hamilton County man sues employer for discrimination, retaliation over paternity leave
Ryan Ulrick alleges he faced a hostile work environment after interrupting his paternity leave to attend a business trip in Europe for his former employer.