Purdue Pharma to be sentenced in criminal opioids case, allowing settlement money to flow
The criminal sentence Tuesday will mark a major step toward the company finalizing a settlement of thousands of lawsuits it faces over the toll of opioids.
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April 20, 2026
Court of Appeals of Indiana
Jeffrey Haskins v. Financial Builders Federal Credit Union
No. 25A-PL-1810
Civil. Appeal from the Howard Superior Court, Judge Ryan D. Washburn, Judge Pro Tempore. Affirms the trial court’s grant of Financial Builders Federal Credit Union’s motion to dismiss Haskins’ claim for overdraft fees as time-barred. The court concludes that Haskins’ claim, arising from overdraft fees charged more than two years prior to filing, is subject to the two-year limitations period for actions upon a deposit account as defined under Indiana law. Judge Scheele authored the opinion. Judges Brown and Felix concur. Appellant’s attorneys: Lynn A. Toops, Gabriel A. Hawkins, Lisa M. LaFornara, Cohen & Malad, LLP, Indianapolis, Indiana. Appellee’s attorneys: Finis Tatum IV, Janet L. Thompson, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani LLP, Indianapolis, Indiana. Amici curiae attorneys: Libby Y. Goodknight, Brett J. Ashton, Krieg DeVault LLP, Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Duo sentenced after meth is found in Cheetos bags
A Los Angeles duo has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison after Evansville drug investigators discovered 40 pounds of crystal methamphetamine stored in Cheetos bags.
Indiana Supreme Court to hear oral arguments over neglect charge in child’s suicide
A jury convicted Matthew Dirig in November 2024, and he was sentenced to 40 years in an Indiana Department of Correction facility.
Banks rejected by Supreme Court in municipal bond price-fixing case
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to block a class action lawsuit that seeks billions of dollars from Bank of America Corp., JPMorgan Chase & Co. and other financial institutions.
Indiana college ID voting ban goes back into effect as injunction is stayed
The state of Indiana filed an emergency motion for a suspension of the preliminary injunction.
FBI Director Kash Patel sues the Atlantic for $250M, alleging defamation
The Atlantic’s article contained extensive reporting — attributed to anonymous individuals — alleging Patel engaged in “excessive drinking” and “unexplained absences” while leading the FBI.
Supreme Court justices turn children’s books into big paydays
What at first glance might seem odd — some of the smartest (and busiest) legal minds in the country writing books for kids —is actually close to becoming a majority opinion at the high court.
Federal judge blocks Nexstar-Tegna TV station merger until antitrust lawsuit is settled
In the emergency temporary restraining order, the judge noted the merger would make Nexstar the owner of two or even three of the “Big Four” local affiliates in at least 30 local television markets — including Indianapolis.
Lawrence County judge accused of using marijuana while serving as judicial officer
The judge has been accused of misconduct for allegedly using marijuana and failing to provide candid information to the Indiana Commission on Judicial Qualifications.
Training aims to boost ranks of sexual assault nurse examiners
Only about 25% of U.S. hospitals have a forensic nurse on staff, according to the International Association of Forensic Nurses.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s expanded finance, government team gives firm more breadth
The move represented the Indianapolis-based firm’s largest one-time acquisition of a team of lawyers.
Kyla Jackson: How to change the world in small ways and expand your reach
The world is a frightening and volatile place right now.
John R. Maley: On a break: Use caution when having discussions during recess
Practitioners can anticipate potential increased scrutiny of lawyer-client communications during breaks in testimony, including in depositions.
Loren Delp: Indiana must reclaim its sovereignty in criminal prosecutions
You just have to drive to the nearest major city to see that justice is not the natural state of society.
Marilee Springer and Rachel Phillips: Nonprofit pay: Balancing fairness, compliance, public trust
Contrary to popular belief, nonprofit organizations exist in a highly regulated legal space and are subject to strict rules and oversight when it comes to executive and key employee compensation.
Supreme Court hands win to oil and gas companies fighting environmental lawsuits
Backed by the Trump administration, the companies argued the case belongs in federal court because the work started as an effort to quickly increase the supply of aviation gasoline for the U.S. government during World War II. The high court agreed.
April 17, 2026
Indiana Court of Appeals
Exploration Center I, LLC, et al. v. Metropolitan Development Commission of Marion County, Indiana
No. 25A-PL-977
Civil. Appeal from the Marion Superior Court, Judge Timothy Wayne Oakes. Reverses the trial court’s grant of the Commission’s motion to dismiss Republic’s appeal regarding the termination of a tax abatement. The court finds that the statutory requirement for the appeal to be determined within 30 days is directory rather than mandatory, allowing for the appeal to proceed despite the delay. Judge Altice authored the opinion. Judges May and Foley concur. Appellant’s attorneys: Stephen M. Judge, Vienna M. Bottomley, South Bend, Indiana. Appellee’s attorneys: Jess Reagan Gastineau, Michael Brian Coppinger, Indianapolis, Indiana.
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IBJ names Taft’s Bob Hicks the Forty Under 40 Alumni Award winner
Indianapolis had always been Bob Hicks’ anchor, both metaphorically and geographically.
Senate extends surveillance powers until April 30 after longer renewal collapsed in House
At the center of the standoff that has stretched throughout the week is Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which permits the CIA, National Security Agency, FBI and other agencies to collect and analyze vast amounts of overseas communications without a warrant.
