Medical Malpractice Act does not apply to third party, COA rules
A worker injured on the job by the actions of a co-worker who was taking prescribed narcotic pain killers is not subject to the limitations of Indiana’s Medical Malpractice Act.
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Appeals court remands divorce distribution for IRA recalculation
The value of an Individual Retirement Account was miscalculated by a trial court, but the Indiana Court of Appeals otherwise affirmed the distribution of a marital estate in a divorce case.
Trial court must review treatment plan for mental patient, COA rules
A man who challenged his ongoing commitment to a mental health facility got a partial victory in that the trial court has been ordered to review his medication to determine if it is substantially benefiting him.
Divided appeals panel affirms judgment over time-limit objection
A divided Court of Appeals Tuesday affirmed a trial court judgment for $175,000 in favor of a consultant who co-signed a mortgage in exchange for shares in a company and half-ownership in the real estate.
Appeals court affirms contempt over parenting-time violation
A mother who was found in contempt of court for failing to abide by court-ordered parenting time provisions got no relief Tuesday from the Indiana Court of Appeals.
COA decision in dueling-precedent case affirmed by Supreme Court
Reviewing a conflict in precedent in state caselaw regarding child support, the Indiana Supreme Court upheld the resolution reached by the Indiana Court of Appeals.
Divided appeals panel reverses judgment against Thomson
A trial court improperly ruled in favor of an insurer on Thomson Inc.’s claims for the cleanup of toxic chemicals at two consumer electronics manufacturing sites.
Father can’t challenge paternity 15 years after child’s birth
The trial court properly denied a man’s petition to rescind or vacate the paternity affidavit he signed when he was 17 years old, the Indiana Court of Appeals held Tuesday. The appeals court declined to reweigh the evidence regarding his and the child mother’s credibility.
First Amendment complaint filed against county for nativity scene
A nativity scene on the grounds of the Franklin County courthouse has become the subject of a federal lawsuit.
Federal judiciary receives budget boost
The $1.1 trillion spending bill passed by the U.S. Congress as a government shutdown loomed included some relief for the federal judiciary.
Ohio girl hurt at fair challenges Indiana damages cap
Attorneys for a 13-year-old Ohio girl hurt when a stage collapsed at the Indiana State Fair argued Monday that the state's cap on liability damages is unconstitutional and should be thrown out by the Indiana Court of Appeals.
Abrams: A Loss for Civility
Last month, Zeff Weiss, a friend of mine, a friend to his partners, a friend to the Real Estate and Land Use Section, a friend to many, and a father of four and husband of a fellow attorney passed away from a short battle with cancer.
IndyBar Members Show the Spirit of Giving Year-Round
Be it spring, summer, fall or winter, IndyBar members have been hands-on from the start this year.
Indianapolis Bar Association Remains Optimistic About Justice Center Complex
The following statement was released by the IndyBar following the announcement of the selection of a preferred bidder for the proposed criminal justice complex by Mayor Greg Ballard on Friday, Dec. 12.
On The Move – 12/17/14
Read who’s recently joined a new firm, been elected to a board or honored for their service.
Judges toss ‘illegible’ federal lawsuits
Federal judges in Indianapolis last week wasted no time tossing two lawsuits from an abusive serial filer whose hand-scrawled complaints couldn’t be deciphered.
Indiana Court Decisions – Nov. 24-Dec. 9, 2014
Read recent appellate decisions from Indiana courts.
Hammerle On… ‘Beyond the Lights,’ ‘The Homesman,’ and ‘Horrible Bosses 2’
Bob Hammerle says don’t waste your time on “Horrible Bosses 2.”
Anderson man gets 65 years in cousin’s slaying
An Anderson man convicted last month in his cousin’s shooting death has been sentenced to 65 years in prison.