Magnus-Stinson, Minkler warn Hoosiers of jury duty scam
A federal judge and prosecutor in Indianapolis are warning Hoosiers about a nationwide jury duty scam that threatens people with arrest if they don’t pay up.
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Michigan sports doctor pleads guilty to assaulting gymnasts
A disgraced Michigan sports doctor who admits he sexually assaulted female gymnasts and possessed child pornography pleaded guilty Wednesday in a third criminal case, acknowledging that he molested girls who sought treatment for injuries.
Ex-Planned Parenthood group worker sues over medical leave
A former employee with a Planned Parenthood advocacy group is suing the organization, alleging that she was denied family medical leave after being diagnosed with cervical cancer.
District court dismisses suit against police department for failure to investigate rape claim
A district court judge has dismissed both federal and state claims against a northern Indiana police department accused of failing to adequately investigate a rape case, finding the plaintiff and alleged rape victim failed to state a claim for relief on constitutional or equal protection grounds.
U.S. Supreme Court wrestles with whistleblower protection issue
The Supreme Court of the United States on Tuesday seemed reluctant to broadly apply whistleblower protections passed by Congress after the 2008 financial crisis, suggesting those particular protections only apply to people who report problems to the government.
Governor gives stores 60 days to pull marijuana-derived oil
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb is directing state excise police to resume checking stores for marijuana-derived oils after the state’s attorney general declared them illegal with one limited exception.
IndyBar: Looking Back Before We Look Ahead
The new year will mark the 140th in the history of the Indianapolis Bar Association. Before we move ahead into 2018, take a moment to look back on our roots.
IndyBar: Frontlines
IndyBar is now recruiting committee members for groups in need of additional volunteers and looking to honor female attorneys who have demonstrated a sincere commitment to mentoring other women in the legal professional.
IndyBar: Nissa’s News — What you need to know about IndyBar
The last few weeks have been a flurry of activity at the IndyBar as we finish out an amazing year and turn our focus to 2018.
Opinions Nov. 28, 2017
Indiana Court of Appeals
Bennie Hale v. Keith Butts
33A04-1705-MI-1067
Miscellaneous. Affirms the denial of Bennie Hale’s petition for a writ of habeas corpus. Finds Hale’s petition was correctly captioned as a petition for writ of habeas corpus. Also finds the Henry Circuit Court did not err in denying the petition, as Hale’s parole was not discharged or expired, and Hale was not entitled to credit for time served in Florida on unrelated charges.
Indiana Court Decisions
Read opinions from Indiana’s appellate courts for the most recent reporting period.
Hammerle On… “Jane,” “Loving Vincent”
Bob Hammerle says films on Jane Goodall and Vincent Van Gogh are poignant and captivating.
Quick: Ethical legal advertising and the Rules of Professional Conduct
Some experts believe the first advertising goes back some 70,000 years ago. There we find the earliest indications of human existence. Many of the etchings on caves could be construed as advertising messages. But law firm advertising still can be considered in its infancy.
Making Rain: Looking ahead to 2018, back into your plan
Basing plans upon what you would use to measure success can be helpful. In other words, start backwards and list the two or three things that you would say describe a successful firm or a successful lawyer.
Mental fitness: Danger of burnout syndrome is cause for future self-care
Burnout is something everyone can relate to and learn from, especially in the legal field. Speaking to Tippecanoe County attorneys recently, I shared information that applies to all legal practitioners, not just to lawyers and judges battling mental health issues. Specifically, I concentrated on the idea of neglecting one’s own needs.
High Court to decide whether town can move easement without owner’s consent
A local plan commission’s decision to move an easement without the owner’s consent will come under consideration by the Indiana Supreme Court during oral arguments this week.
COA: Paroled man convicted in Florida not entitled to habeas relief
An Indiana man released on parole and later arrested in Florida was not entitled to a writ of habeas corpus or credit time in Indiana because Indiana authorities never discharged his parole and “turned him over” to their Florida counterparts, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday.
Indiana Bar Foundation to honor servant-leaders in law and education
Fifteen Hoosiers will be honored during the Indiana Bar Foundation’s recognition dinner in December for their contributions to the legal profession, pro bono legal services, civic education, and the public through community service.
Wagner Reese looks to the future
During a grand opening Nov. 9 celebrating the new Wagner Reese headquarters building at 11939 N. Meridian St., Carmel, it wasn’t hard to see how far the law firm had come in a relatively short time.
National CLEO organization participating in Giving Tuesday
A nationwide legal organization is participating in this year’s Giving Tuesday events to further its mission of expanding legal educational opportunities to traditionally under-represented students.