Some law firms have relaxed their dress codes, even beyond Fridays. The rising number of CHINS cases in southern Indiana is causing concern. Courts around the state are responding to potential juror apathy

Attorney Mark Nicholson is known for his barbecue expertise. He competes in barbecue competitions in the Midwest and has earned the distinction of becoming a “certified barbecue judge.” The rising incidence of obesity among America's workforce may be having an impact on workers' compensation claims. Prosecutors discuss the considerations that go into waiving a juvenile to adult court.

Read about the $14.5 million jury award given to a roofing company who sued State Farm Insurance for slander and defamation. The lawsuit stemmed from the 2006 Good Friday hailstorm in central Indiana. Judges and Congress are caught in a tug-of-war over judicial salaries. Indiana University School of Law - Indianapolis has teamed up with IU School of Medicine to offer a joint JD/MD degree.

Polls indicate that many lawyers are dissatisfied with their careers. Are they unhappy as lawyers, or are they just unhappy with the direction their careers have taken? Do you hear positive or negative connotations when someone says "Write like a lawyer"? Attorneys weigh in on grammar usage in legal documents. The Indiana Supreme Court ruled on the rights of individuals to resist police entry into their homes, and now the General Assembly is considering the issue. Read about the summer study committee focusing on the Barnes decision.

Recent law school graduates are facing the worst job market since the 1990s. Also feeling the effects of the economy is Indiana Legal Services, which is dealing with budget cuts. Meet an Indiana family with four generations of attorneys, including one who was just sworn in.

Public outcry over controversial court decisions is not new in Indiana. Read about unpopular rulings from the past that have led to public outcry and changes in judicial selection. Strong storms have caused local law firms to scramble, prompting the creation of disaster plans. Is your firm ready if disaster strikes? And is there really "Justice for All" in the Hoosier state? Read about the disconnect that occurs between immigrants and law enforcement agencies.
 

Read what's next for Indiana's death penalty. For attorneys who own classic cars, May is a time to shine. A recent change to the law allows for closed-circuit testimony for child victims.

The Indiana Lawyer continues its in-depth look at the cost of the death penalty. Also read about the recently enacted immigration bill that may put Indiana in the national spotlight, along with diversity initiatives that have been implemented in mid-size law firms to create a more inclusive work environment.

Meet the attorneys who decided they'd rather bike to work instead of driving. Green construction poses its own legal risks. This issue kicks off an in-depth look at the death penalty in Indiana.

In this issue of Indiana Lawyer, attorneys discuss the pros and cons of practicing in two states. Some attorneys are irked by the new advertising rule that calls for a 30-day cooling off period before contacting someone after an accident. The Evansville Bar Association is preparing to celebrate its 100th anniversary.