Supreme Court rejects Alabama request for nitrogen gas execution
The ruling capped an extraordinary legal back-and-forth over the humaneness of nitrogen gas as an execution method.
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Law firms cheated in filing claims with NFL’s $1B concussion settlement fund, report says
One of the firms identified in the report is facing a lawsuit from Indianapolis-based law firms Cohen Malad LLP and Riley Bennett Egloff LLP, who say the firm failed to pay them part of a fee-sharing agreement in the concussion settlement.
June 11, 2026
Indiana Court of Appeals
Michael Turi v. J.R., a Minor b/n/f Stacy Rheinlander
No. 25A-PL-2858
Appeal from the Vanderburgh Superior Court, Judge Jillian Kratochvil. J.R., by next friend Stacy Rheinlander, filed a complaint against Michael Turi, alleging they “suffered substantial and significant injuries” via lead exposure while living at a rental property owned by Turi. Turi failed to answer the complaint and did not appear at a subsequent damages hearing, and the trial court entered a judgment against him in the amount of $500,000. Here, Turi appeals the denial of his motion for relief from judgment, asserting that the trial court abused its discretion in its ruling. The court affirmed the trial court’s decision, concluding that Turi was adequately served and that his reasons for failing to respond did not constitute excusable neglect. On cross-appeal, J.R. sought damages pursuant to Indiana Appellate Rule 66(E), but the court declined to award these, finding the violations by Turi’s counsel did not rise to the level of bad faith required for such sanctions. Judge May authored the opinion, with Judges Mathias and Felix concurring.
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Gutwein Law adds commercial litigator to Lafayette team
Attorney Cassidy Laux joins the firm after serving in the Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office, where he both founded and led the office’s Major Crimes Unit as division chief.
WSJ says Trump libel suit must be tossed ‘once and for all’
Trump “has now had every opportunity to plead a defamation claim,” lawyers for the newspaper said.
Former recount member returning for review of tight Indiana Senate race
Certified vote tallies for the Senate district gave Liz Brown a lead of 5,241 to 5,227 over Darren Vogt in the May 5 primary.
FBI seizes 13 websites that officials say were used by China to target and recruit US workers
The companies were all fakes and the job postings were a sham, officials said.
Oakland City University employees sue university for unpaid wages
An Oakland City University women’s soccer coach has filed a lawsuit against the university claiming the school hasn’t paid her or other employees since late April. The suit seeks class-action status.
Law goes into effect requiring companies to label AI-generated ‘synthetic performers’
The New York law is one of many proposed or enacted in several U.S. states with the goal of boosting job security for real humans or curbing the potential privacy and safety risks posed by artificial intelligence.
Roblox wants deluge of child sex abuse cases moved out of court
Hundreds of people suing Roblox over claims the $40 billion gaming giant falsely advertised its safeguards against predators. But if Roblox gets it way, those people might never see their day in court.
Judge bars Alabama nitrogen gas execution, says method is unconstitutionally cruel
The issue seems likely bound for the U.S. Supreme Court, which so far has never ruled a state’s execution method to be unconstitutional.
Answer: This IU McKinney staffer just competed on “Jeopardy!” Question: Who is Mary Morris?
Five years after first applying to appear on the game show, Morris, 34, finally got the call to compete. Here’s how she fared.
Indiana rejects, cancels voter registration for more than half of flagged immigrant Hoosiers
Voting rights advocates are seeking a preliminary injunction, arguing that the law unfairly forces burdens on naturalized citizens with temporary credentials.
June 10, 2026
The following opinion was issued on June 9 after The Indiana Lawyer’s deadline.
7th Circuit Court of Appeals
USA v. Frank Washington III
No. 25-2379
Appeal from the United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana, Hammond Division, Judge James T. Moody. Before Ripple, Kolar and Maldonado. Defendant Frank Washington III appeals his 70-month sentence for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon, arguing that the district court did not adequately explain its decision. The court acknowledged Washington’s documented health concerns but failed to provide an individualized assessment of factors related to his sentence duration. As the court’s explanation was insufficient for meaningful appellate review, the panel vacated Washington’s sentence and remanded the case for resentencing. The opinion was authored per curiam.
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Former Pacers player says Zionsville councilor exploited his elderly grandmother
Josh McRoberts has asked the court to declare that he and his mother are the true owners of his grandmother’s property, and that the defendants have “no interest” in her land and trust.
Muncie resident sues local housing authority after 2 children and their father die from carbon monoxide poisoning
The lawsuit alleges the Muncie Housing Authority failed to make sure carbon monoxide detectors were installed in her home as required.
Elevance files lawsuit against former executive for noncompete violation
Former Chief Execution Officer Shane Hochradel resigned from Elevance in May and joined California-based Alignment Healthcare on June 1.
June 9, 2026
Indiana Court of Appeals
Joshua Blair v. Amber Fields (Blair)
No. 26A-DC-27
Appeal from the Johnson Superior Court, Judge Marla K. Clark. The Court affirms the trial court’s order that granted a petition to modify custody and parenting time, awarding primary physical custody to Amber Fields. The Court held that the trial court did not abuse its discretion in denying Joshua Blair’s motion for a continuance, finding it would not serve the best interests of the children. Additionally, the Court upheld the trial court’s reliance on the Guardian Ad Litem’s report and testimony, noting that there had been a substantial change in the children’s circumstances that supported the custody modification. Chief Judge Tavitas authored the opinion, with Judges Bradford and Felix concurring. Appellant’s attorney: Denise F. Hayden, Lacy Law Office, Indianapolis, Indiana. Appellee’s attorney: Michael R. Auger, Franklin, Indiana.
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Indiana’s toxicology department sees more cases but shorter turnarounds amid staff shakeups
The Indiana State Department of Toxicology saw an all-time high number of cases submitted for blood analysis in 2025.
Judge strikes down Trump’s $100K fee on H-1B visas for highly skilled workers
The judge said the president failed to consider the impact of his actions on sectors experiencing labor shortages that rely on the program to hire physicians, nurses and teachers.
