Split COA reverses denial of motion for discharge
A trial court should’ve granted a man’s motion for discharge after his drug-related trial was continued multiple times, a split Court of Appeals of Indiana ruled in a reversal.
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Indy attorney disbarred after ‘abandoning’ his practice
An Indianapolis attorney has been disbarred for his lengthy history of misconduct, which included charging and collecting unreasonable fees, engaging in deceitful behavior and ultimately abandoning his immigration law practice.
COA reverses, remands to set aside expired body attachment writ
A body attachment writ was expired when its subject was arrested, the Court of Appeals of Indiana ruled in reversing the denial of the subject’s motion to set aside the writ.
Closing the gap? New data show some women GCs making more than male counterparts
For the first time, certain groups of women in general counsel positions are being compensated more than their male counterparts.
ALJ not required to consult additional medical expert in denial of disability benefits, 7th Circuit affirms
An administrative law judge was correct in denying disability insurance benefits to a man who waited more than 18 months to see a doctor after hurting his back at work, the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed Tuesday.
‘Get your house in order’: Lawmakers admonish gambling regulation agency, which defends processes
Key Republican lawmakers on Tuesday scolded the Indiana Gaming Commission over how it levies fines and more — threatening to take legislative action if changes aren’t made.
Covering $1B shortfall in Medicaid forecasting means dipping into reserves
The state’s April Medicaid expenditure forecast missed the mark by roughly $984 million due to a combination of state budget reversions and unexpected growth of services for aging and disabled Hoosiers.
Donald Trump banned from Colorado ballot in historic ruling by state’s Supreme Court
A divided Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday declared former President Donald Trump ineligible for the White House under the U.S. Constitution’s insurrection clause and removed him from the state’s presidential primary ballot.
Lawsuit alleges Wisconsin Bar Association minority program is unconstitutional
A conservative law firm filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday alleging that the State Bar of Wisconsin’s “diversity clerkship program” unconstitutionally discriminates based on race.
Year in Review: Honorable mentions
While the “top stories” of each year are usually easier to identify, there are always other stories that, while perhaps not as high-profile, are equally as important to our readers. Here are five such stories from 2023.
IU McKinney prof works on drug policy reform project
To Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law professor Nicolas Terry, there are a lot of opportunities available on the federal, state and local level to make significant changes in U.S. drug policy and improve people’s lives.
Year in Review: Top 10 stories
The Top 10 stories of 2023, as voted on by the Indiana Lawyer staff.
‘The kids freak out when they see them’: Squishmallow ‘jurors’ add extra fun to Morgan County adoption hearings
The road to getting an adoption petition granted is a lengthy one, and often, the final step in court can be an intimidating one for kids. That’s why Morgan Superior Judge Dakota VanLeeuwen wanted to find a way to make children feel more comfortable.
Indiana Court Decisions: Nov. 30-Dec. 13, 2023
Read Indiana appellate court decisions from the most recent reporting period.
Phillips and Kile-Maxwell: Lawyer volunteers needed for free, fair elections
Attorneys are particularly well-positioned to step into the flurry of Election Day as volunteers and help facilitate and ensure an efficient, free and fair election process.
Cordial: Attracting legal talent to rural law firms
A struggle unfolds in the heart of rural Indiana.
Hammerle on… “Killers of the Flower Moon” and “Elf”
Indianapolis criminal defense attorney Robert Hammerle gives us his take on “Killers of the Flower Moon” and “Elf.”
Year in Review: What you read
Here’s a look at the 50 stories that you, our readers, engaged with the most on our website in 2023, and their original dates of publication.
Filling the robes: Nominations still pending for Indiana district, appellate vacancies
Of all the current Indiana judicial nominees, Magistrate Judge Joshua Kolar of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana is the farthest along on his route to fill a vacancy.
IndyBar: Indianapolis Bar Association and Foundation to Install New Officers in January
The IndyBar Association and Foundation are set to welcome their 2024 leaders at the annual Leadership Celebration, Installation Breakfast & Annual Meeting from 8-9 a.m. on Jan. 25 at Broadmoor Country Club.