FTC adopts rule to make it easier for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptions
The Federal Trade Commission adopted a final rule Wednesday that will require businesses to make it easy for consumers to cancel unwanted subscriptions and memberships.
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Indiana officials ask federal government to verify citizenship of 585K registered voters
Two of Indiana’s top elected leaders on Thursday announced they’ve requested federal aid in scrutinizing the citizenship status of more than 585,000 registered Hoosier voters — more than one in 10 residents on the voter rolls.
The Biden administration has canceled student loans for more than 1 million in public service jobs
A student loan cancellation program for public service workers has granted relief to more than 1 million Americans — up from just 7,000 who were approved before it was updated by the Biden administration two years ago.
FTC objection to proposed Terre Haute hospital merger centers on controversial state law
Certificates of public advantage, or COPAs, are a relatively new feature of Indiana law with specific language on when and where the Indiana Department of Health can grant them for a hospital merger.
Fishers woman charged with forging federal judge’s signature in bankruptcy case
Authorities allege the woman forged a document so it would appear that her debts had been resolved, allowing her to obtain a line of credit for her trucking business.
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Indiana Chief Justice Rush says state must improve in regard to mental health
Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush said Indiana’s judges have made progress but still have work to do when it comes to handling mental health crises and drug addiction.
Opinions October 17, 2024
Indiana Court of Appeals
Ivan Hernandez-Vargas v. State of Indiana
24A-CR-1306
Criminal. Reverses the Hamilton Superior Court’s order upon revocation of Ivan Hernandez-Vargas’s probation which included a civil judgment for probation user fees assessed at the time of original sentencing. Finds that trial courts are not statutorily constrained to leave in place probation fees such as the ones at issue here. Remands with instructions to reduce the amount of fees by $660.
UPDATE: Krieg DeVault to expand Chicago footprint in merger with Fuchs & Roselli Ltd.
The merger, effective Jan. 1, 2025, combines the Chicago firm’s 25 legal professionals with Krieg DeVault’s existing team, bringing the latter’s Chicago presence to nearly 40 professionals.
People with felony records can now vote in Nebraska — and it could help tip the balance in November
Nebraska’s top election official had no authority to strip voting rights from people convicted of a felony, the state Supreme Court ruled Wednesday in a decision that could add hundreds of new voters to the rolls and potentially help tip the balance on Nov. 5.
New Hampshire Supreme Court justice indicted for allegedly interfering with probe of husband
State Supreme Court Associate Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi was indicted by a Merrimack County grand jury for two felonies and five misdemeanors, Formella said in a statement. Marconi has been on administrative leave since July.
Supreme Court allows rule limiting pollution from coal-fired power plants to remain in effect
The justices rejected a push from Republican-led states and industry groups to block the Environmental Protection Agency rule, marking the third time this month the conservative majority has left an environmental regulation in place for now.
Opinions October 16, 2024
Indiana Court of Appeals
State of Indiana v. Shianne Brooks-Brown
24A-CR-627
Criminal. Affirms the Carroll Circuit Court’s denial of the state’s motion to exclude Shianne Brooks-Brown’s proffered evidence with respect to her subjective state of mind at the time of the alleged offenses of being an accomplice to robbery and murder. Finds that as long as Brooks-Brown’s proffered evidence is admissible under the Indiana Rules of Evidence, her evidence is entirely consistent with Indiana law. Judge L. Mark Bailey concurs with separate opinion. Chief Judge Robert Altice dissents with separate opinion.
Indianapolis attorney resigns from bar after allegations of misconduct in immigration cases
An Indianapolis attorney resigned from the Indiana bar after the Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission filed a professional misconduct complaint against him, with allegations that he failed to file paperwork in a timely manner and was non-responsive to clients in three separate immigration-related cases.
Rokita maintains strong fundraising edge over Wells, with $2M in the bank
Still, the campaign for Democrat Destiny Wells expressed excitement about its fundraising totals for the period from July through September in the race for Indiana attorney general.
New Indianapolis program supports housing stability for residents in criminal justice system
The program will focus on supporting victims, witnesses and defendants caught in the criminal justice system who need housing.
Microsoft settles video gamers’ lawsuit over Activision takeover
Terms of the settlement were not disclosed. The two parties agreed to the dismissal of the lawsuit and will cover their own costs and fees, according to a court filing dated Monday.
Hunter Biden revives lawsuit against Fox News over explicit images used in streaming series
The president’s son first sued Fox in New York in July over images used in the Fox Nation series “The Trial of Hunter Biden,” a “mock trial” of Hunter Biden on charges he has not faced.
Jury seated for Delphi double-murder trial
The jurors will be sworn in Thursday for the trial in Delphi, a community of about 3,000 some 60 miles northwest of Indianapolis. Opening statements are set for Friday morning.
Supreme Court tosses out decision letting 18-year-olds carry guns during emergencies in Pennsylvania
The case comes amid major shifts in the firearm legal landscape following an influential Supreme Court decision in 2022 that expanded gun rights. The high court said any firearm restrictions must have a strong basis in history.