Man charged in Fort Wayne dismemberment pleads guilty
One of two men charged in the Fort Wayne death and dismemberment of a 55-year-old man pleaded guilty to charges Thursday.
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How Indiana evictions could surge post-moratorium
A federal freeze on most evictions that was enacted last year is scheduled to expire July 31, after the Biden administration extended the date by a month. Here’s what that could mean for Hoosiers.
Former State Rep. Forestal dies at 38, cause of death unknown
| IL Staff
Former Indiana State Rep. Dan Forestal died this week. He was 38.
IUPUI male student loses bid to stop 2-year suspension based on sexual harassment
An Indianapolis college student suspended for an act of sexual misconduct has lost his bid to stop the two-year suspension from taking effect. The ruling also implicates the student’s immigration status.
Indianapolis Archdiocese uses new 7th Circuit ruling to counter Roncalli lawsuit
Days after the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals found the ministerial exception protects a Chicago Catholic Church from a lawsuit brought by a fired employee, the Indianapolis Archdiocese is citing the decision to bolster its argument that the employment lawsuit filed by former Roncalli High School counselor Lynn Starkey should be dismissed.
Opinions July 15, 2021
Indiana Court of Appeals
Stephen M. Davis v. State of Indiana (mem. dec.)
21A-CR-52
Criminal. Affirms Stephen M. Davis’ sentence to five years executed in the Department of Correction for his conviction of Level 5 felony attempted overpass mischief. Finds the Madison Circuit Court did not abuse its discretion when it sentenced Davis. Also finds Davis’ sentence is not inappropriate in light of the nature of the offense and his character. Judge Elizabeth Tavitas concurs in result with separate opinion.
19 people indicted on meth, fentanyl trafficking charges
A federal grand jury has indicted 19 people on charges alleging their involvement in a drug-trafficking organization believed to be linked to homicides in Indianapolis, officials said Thursday.
Senate leader lends clout to marijuana legalization push
The Senate’s top Democrat is backing a bill that would strike down a longstanding federal prohibition on marijuana, embracing a proposal that has slim chance of becoming law yet demonstrates growing public support for decriminalizing the drug.
Deadline tomorrow for 2021 Leadership in Law nominations
| IL Staff
There are less than two days left to submit your nominations for Indiana Lawyer’s 2021 Leadership in Law Awards. All nominations must be submitted by Friday.
COA upholds sentence for overpass felony but splits on Rule 7(B) analysis
A man who threw a bicycle onto a major Indiana interstate has lost his appeal of his five-year executed sentence. However, his case exposed a split among the Indiana Court of Appeals on the proper analysis for determining if a sentence is inappropriate.
Hoosiers getting state tax refund after surprising revenue surplus
Indiana taxpayers can expect to see a refund when they file their state income taxes in 2022 because state revenue collections for this year exceeded expectations.
Watchdog: FBI Indy office mishandled Nassar-USA Gymnastics abuse case
The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness,” the Justice Department’s inspector general said Wednesday. More athletes said they were molested before the the FBI swung into action.
20 states including Indiana support South Carolina in abortion lawsuit
| Associated Press and IL Staff
Twenty states including Indiana are supporting South Carolina’s defense of a new abortion law, arguing in an amicus brief that a federal judge was wrong to pause the entire measure instead of just the provision facing a court challenge.
Lake Co. fraudster sentenced to 5 years on conspiracy charge
| IL Staff
A northern Indiana businessman who pleaded guilty to securities fraud in a Ponzi-like scheme has been sentenced to five years in federal prison.
Kentucky inmate wins sentencing relief from Indiana court
A Kentucky inmate has been granted sentencing relief after the Indiana Southern District Court determined that his prior Illinois residential burglary conviction does not qualify as a violent felony under the Armed Career Criminal Act.
Lateral hiring cools during pandemic
| IL Staff
Another victim of the COVID-19 pandemic appears to be lateral hiring among law firms, which fell more than 30% overall during 2020 after reaching record levels in 2018 and 2019, according to a new report by the National Association of Law Placement.
7th Circuit upholds denial of disability benefits based on expert testimony
An administrative law judge’s reliance on expert testimony in denying a claim for disability benefits was proper because the claimant suffered from both exertional and nonexertional limits, the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled.
Opinions July 14, 2021
7th Circuit Court of Appeals
Mike Butler v. Kilolo Kijakazi, Acting Commissioner of Social Security
20-3187
Appeal from the United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana, South Bend Division. Judge Damon R. Leichty.
Civil. Affirms the denial of Mike Butler’s request for disability insurance benefits under Title II of the Social Security Act. Finds the administrative law judge did not fail to consider Butler’s age. Also finds the ALJ followed the procedures that are appropriate to a case such as this one in which exertional and nonexertional impairments impede the claimant’s ability to perform some jobs within a category. Finally, finds any error in the district court’s failure to recite expert testimony as to the number of jobs available to Butler to Indiana was harmless.
8/25 – Diversity, Equality and Responsibility: Women in Power (Indianapolis)
Speakers: • Hon. Martha Blood Wentworth, Indiana Tax Court • Tavonna Harris Askew, Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County • Gina Giacone, Ice Miller LLP • Erin Lewis, Indiana University Health Date: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Time (local time): 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Credit hours: 1.0 General CLE Cost: Click here or visit […]
8/26 – Labor & Employment Supreme Court Update (hybrid event – Indianapolis)
Speaker: • Deborah Widiss, Indiana University Maurer School of Law Date: Thursday, August 26, 2021 Time (local time): noon – 1:30 pm Credit hours: 1.5 General CLE Cost: Click here or visit www.indybar.org for program costs Location: in-person: IndyBar HQ, 140 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 virtual via Zoom (A Zoom link will be […]