High court rejects defendant’s vindictive-prosecution claim
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal from a Virginia drug dealer who is serving a 41-year murder sentence that he claims is the result of vindictive prosecution.
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Youth minister charged with statutory rape, sexual battery
A youth minister and former volunteer coach has been arrested in Tennessee on child sex charges, authorities said.
New rules on Social Security appeals, sealed cases to take effect in Southern District next week
New rules regarding Social Security appeals and sealed cases will take effect next week in the Indiana Southern District Court.
Barnes enters Boston market
Barnes & Thornburg is continuing its growth spurt with the opening of its new office in Boston, marking the fifth expansion into a new market in the last two years.
High court declines to hear Indiana vote-by-mail limits case
The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case challenging Indiana’s vote-by-mail restrictions, a rebuff that means a federal court will decide the future of absentee voting in the state.
Justices rule for cursing cheerleader over Snapchat post
The Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that a Pennsylvania public school wrongly suspended a student from cheerleading over a vulgar social media post she made after she didn’t qualify for the varsity team.
High court backs businesses challenging California labor law
The Supreme Court on Wednesday sided with California agriculture businesses in their challenge to a state regulation that gives unions access to farm property in order to organize workers. As a result of the ruling, California will have to modify or abandon the regulation put in place in 1975 after the efforts of labor leader Cesar Chavez.
High court limits when police can enter home without warrant
Adding to the country’s ongoing discussion of the extent of police powers, the Supreme Court on Wednesday put limits on when police officers pursuing a fleeing suspect can enter a home without a warrant.
Supreme Court: Mortgage overseer structure unconstitutional
The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that the structure of the agency that oversees mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac violates separation of powers principles in the Constitution.
From Congress to the classroom, Brooks joins IU McKinney
Former Indiana Congresswoman Susan Brooks will be returning to her alma mater, Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, as a distinguished scholar and ambassador at large.
IndyBar: Everybody’s Free (To Carry Cash)
In June 1997, Mary Schmich wrote an essay for the Chicago Tribune that became known as “Wear Sunscreen.” Twenty-four years and two weeks later, IndyBar Foundation President Adam Christensen presents his attempt at the same, a hat tip to “Wear Sunscreen,” tailored for our profession and our times.
Dreyer: Post-pandemic judging: How do we go to ‘court’?
Everyone is now familiar with the ongoing effects of COVID-19 upon how the world is working, and some possible future scenarios both in the legal profession and beyond. The question for judges at every level is, “Do we ever need in-person proceedings?”
Attorneys prepare for legal challenges posed by new collaborative advanced manufacturing hub
A new smart manufacturing hub is coming to town this summer and gearing up to boost Indiana’s manufacturing industry. At its helm are two Hoosier attorneys who have deep roots in the state’s economic development, both of whom say the legal complexities of pursuing such a venture make the process interesting.
IndyBar: 2021 SCOTUS Round Up: Part One
It’s summertime, which means the Supreme Court is issuing opinions! Many of the cases involve Criminal Law. We’ll highlight a couple here.
Cox, Friedman: Federal, state protections for manufacturers of COVID-19 products
In order to protect and encourage innovation in the pandemic response effort, both the secretary of Health and Human Services and the Indiana Legislature have enacted protections from liability for those making products aimed at helping in the fight against COVID-19.
Indiana Court Decisions – June 3-16, 2021
Read Indiana appellate court decisions from the most recent reporting period.
New law establishes process for removing no-show elected officials from office
Motivated by a Lake County recorder who did not show up for work for more than a year, the Indiana General Assembly took an unusual step during the 2021 session and created a narrow pathway for local governments to remove one of their own instead of waiting for the voters to take action.
Indianapolis mom celebrates reunification with son after 10-year battle
For Keely Tackett, having her son, Baron, home was the end of a nearly 10-year struggle during which she had to continually convince the courts, social workers, therapists and sometimes even herself that she was a fit mother and could care for her oldest child.
New laws: Legislature makes moves despite COVID
The Indiana General Assembly convened in-person for its 2021 session with COVID-19 protocols in place. Here’s the full list of legislation it enacted this year.
IndyBar Announces Class XVIII of the Bar Leader Series
The Indianapolis Bar Association has selected 18 emerging attorney leaders to participate in its Bar Leader Series.