Lawyer reprimanded for collecting unreasonable fee
A South Bend attorney was reprimanded by the Indiana Supreme Court on Friday after agreeing that she violated the Rules of Professional Conduct by collecting an unreasonable fee.
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Sweeney takes oath of office as Southern District judge
Judge James R. Sweeney II of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana was sworn into office at 11 a.m. Monday as the Southern District’s newest judge since 2010.
Lawyer accused of forging judge’s name suspended again
A suspended Decatur lawyer who faces multiple disciplinary charges — including for accusations that she signed a judge’s name on a phony divorce order and sent emails posing as a deputy prosecutor — has again been suspended for failing to cooperate with investigations.
Man’s conviction upheld in 2 robberies of same Indiana bank
An appeals court has upheld the conviction of a man who was found guilty of robbing the same central Indiana bank twice about 15 months apart.
Portage mayor wants information blocked from federal trial
An indicted northwestern Indiana mayor is maintaining that prosecutors used a confidential informant to improperly know they had more time to investigate the case.
New sexual-misconduct accusation rocks Kavanaugh nomination
A second allegation of sexual misconduct has emerged against Judge Brett Kavanaugh, a development that has further imperiled his nomination to the Supreme Court, forced the White House and Senate Republicans onto the defensive and fueled calls from Democrats to postpone further action on his confirmation.
Gary mayor, IP practice chair carrying on Shirley’s legacy
One has realized her dream of being mayor of her hometown and the other is leading in a legal field that has typically attracted more men than women. Neither likes the spotlight, preferring to share any recognition, but both are credited with carving new paths for women and mentoring the next generation.
Opinions Sept. 21, 2018
Indiana Court of Appeals
GO Properties, LLC, and Maxim Alliance Group, LLC v. BER Enterprises, LLC; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as Nominee for Franklin American Mortgage Company; New Field, LLC; et al.
18A-PL-176
Civil plenary. Reverses the Marion Superior Court’s order granting summary judgment in favor of BER Enterprises, LLC and New Field, LLC on GO Properties’ quiet title action. Finds the trial court erred and that Stacy Phillips did not have actual or apparent authority to sell the properties on behalf of GO Properties. Remands with instructions to enter summary judgment in favor of GO Properties.
New Haven City Court judge faces discipline
A northern Indiana city court judge was charged with four counts of judicial misconduct Friday for improperly assuming the duties of a prosecutor and wrongly approving infraction deferrals for juveniles.
Termination of ex’s house payment obligation reversed
The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a decision that found an “ambiguous” dissolution settlement agreement made no indication as to the father’s child support obligations and that his payments for a mortgage and car would supplement them.
Reversal voids sale of properties by unauthorized agent
The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a decision granting summary judgment in favor of two companies who purchased real estate in a sale that was voided after the seller was found to have no authority to sell it.
Trump abandons restraint, calls out Kavanaugh’s accuser
President Donald Trump challenged the woman accusing his Supreme Court nominee of sexual assault by name Friday, saying that if the alleged attack was that “bad” then she would have filed charges.
Inmate gets 35 more years for attacking prison counselor
An inmate at the Pendleton Correctional Facility has been sentenced to 35 additional years behind bars for an attack that seriously injured a prison counselor.
Muncie man convicted of attempted murder in explosives case
A Muncie man accused of planting an explosive device to try to kill his ex-girlfriend has been convicted of attempted murder.
Dyer man pleads guilty in electronic waste scheme
A 46-year-old Dyer man has pleaded guilty in Chicago federal court to an alleged scheme that involved his recycling firms reselling hazardous electronic waste.
Ex-Trump lawyer Cohen boasts of aiding Mueller investigation
President Donald Trump’s former personal lawyer says he is providing “critical information” as part of special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election and possible coordination between Russia and the Trump campaign.
Lawyer: Ford can testify next week if terms fair
A lawyer for a woman accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sex assault decades ago says she’d be willing to testify to the Senate Judiciary Committee next week if they can agree to terms “that are fair and which ensure her safety.”
Homebuilder prevails in copyright suit that sought $3M
A federal judge has ruled against a company reputed as a “copyright troll” in its lawsuit against a Jasper luxury homebuilder. The suit had sought more than $3 million in damages and fees, alleging the homebuilder infringed the company’s copyrighted architectural floor plans.
Opinions Sept. 20, 2018
Nicholas R. Hedrick v. State of Indiana (mem. dec.)
18A-CR-762
Criminal. Affirms Nicholas R. Hedrick’s 12-year sentence for conviction of Class C felony and Level 4 felony counts of child molesting pursuant to a plea agreement. The Pike Circuit Court did not abuse its discretion in sentencing nor was the sentence inappropriate in light of the nature of the offenses or Hedrick’s character.
Survey: Public service key for students considering law school
A landmark study of undergraduate students considering law school finds public service factors are key motivators, far ahead of the ability to qualify for a high-paying job or the prestige of the profession.