Solo leader: Tom Hamer’s practice path leads to presidency of ITLA
New Indiana Trial Lawyers Association President Tom Hamer talks shop and gives a preview of his plans for leading the state's plaintiffs bar.
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COA: Negligence claim rightly denied in fatal heart attack wreck
The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the grant of summary judgment to a man’s estate in a negligence lawsuit, finding his incapacity to drive due to a heart attack was not reasonably foreseeable.
ITLA grant among tops for 2020 mock trial national championships in Evansville
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association leaders said it was natural for the organization to pledge $25,000 for the national high school mock trial championships to be held in Evansville in May 2020.
South Bend attorney Frank Julian leading ITLA in 2018
It’s not uncommon for South Bend attorney Frank Julian to be involved in an email discussion about an important case or legal issue on a Saturday or Sunday, but it’s not because his work keeps him chained to his desk all weekend. Instead, Julian often finds himself engaged in discussions with fellow members of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the organization he has been tapped to lead in 2018.
ITLA pledges major gift to 2020 Mock Trial Championships
The fundraising for the 2020 National Mock Trial Championships, which be hosted in Evansville, has hit a milestone after the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association pledged $25,000 and became the first major sponsor of the event.
Summary judgment for Steak ‘n Shake in patron’s shooting reversed
In a case watched closely by both the plaintiffs and defense bar, the Indiana Court of Appeals reversed summary judgment for Steak ‘n Shake after determining the chain owed a duty to a customer at an Indianapolis restaurant who was shot in the face during an escalating conflict with another patron.
Women, young attorneys raise their profiles in ITLA
Caucus leaders say serving the community is a vital role for trial lawyers.
Leading the way at ITLA
New Indiana Trial Lawyers Association President Dan Chamberlain recently answered some questions about himself and his plans for his year as president, which began in May with a passing of the gavel from Past President John Young.
COA considers new allegations in medical malpractice cases
Can parties present evidence or theories at trial that were not presented to the medical review panel?
Ulmer, Limontes receive top annual ITLA awards
The awards were handed out in May at the 28th Lifetime Achievement Seminar Awards luncheon.
Staging CLEs with a trial lawyer focus
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association program planners tout mix of top national and state attorney presenters.
Indianapolis personal injury firm boasts 5 ITLA presidents, 4 related
Serving in the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association is more than a professional interest for the Indianapolis personal injury firm of Young & Young. It’s in the blood of the sons that carry on the tradition of one of the ITLA’s 10 founding members.
ITLA’s Micki Wilson reducing role after 37 years as director
Indiana Trial Lawyers Association Executive Director Micki Wilson will hand over day-to-day duties running the organization at the end of the year, but she’ll continue to lobby on its behalf at the Statehouse.
Awards presented at the 27th annual Lifetime Achievement Seminar
ITLA President Steve Langer presented two awards at the 27th annual Lifetime Achievement Seminar May 7 at the Indiana Convention Center.
ITLA can help young lawyers learn to practice the law
New ITLA Young Lawyers Section Chair Alexander Limontes says the section can provide young lawyers with both educational and networking opportunities.
Immunity laws flourishing in Indiana
ITLA task force examines number of protections in the Indiana Code.
McDonald takes ITLA leadership
James O. McDonald of Terre Haute has represented plaintiffs for more than four decades, and now the lawyer represents the state’s plaintiffs’ bar as president of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association.
DTCI: Joint young lawyers cocktail hour
On May 14, the young lawyers sections of Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana, the Marion County Bar Association and the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association held a joint networking reception at The Social in Indianapolis.
Terre Haute attorney to receive ITLA Lifetime Achievement Award
Terre Haute attorney Stephen L. Williams will receive this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award from the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association. He is being recognized for his distinguished service to the organization and dedication to preserving the rights of the injured.
ITLA Institute hits a big milestone
The 50th annual conference will give attorneys a chance to recharge, connect with others, and learn tips from a comedian.