Boyfriend gets 55 years for killing woman as kids watched
A judge has sentenced a northern Indiana man to 55 years in prison for fatally shooting his girlfriend as her three children watched.
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Technology Untangled: Yes, they really are tracking your every move
In my last article, I alerted you to some of the issues involving email privacy and encryption. Today’s article will look at another area of concern regarding privacy: smartphone location tracking and activity logging.
Christensen/Laurin: Should lawyers report child abuse learned in representation?
When — if ever — is it appropriate for an attorney to report child abuse learned through client representation? The answer centers on the difference between confidentiality and privilege.
Eichholtz: Effects of opioid overdose on third-party custody issues
Opioid and heroin abuse or overdose commonly result in the temporary removal of a child from the custody of her natural parents; prevention of reunification with natural parents; or termination of parental rights. Thus, family law practitioners would be well suited to review the relevant statutes and case law involving custody and third-party custody proceedings, among other things.
Safe Families effort wins favor in Legislature
A new law furthers the group’s power of attorney arrangement in order to keep kids out of the child welfare system.
Caseworker vs. DCS
Despite a caseworker’s lawsuit against the Indiana Department of Child Services, her employer says she’s right: There aren’t enough caseworkers to handle the exploding growth in cases of Indiana children and families in crisis. But that’s where the agreement ends.
Moberly: Finding Comfort in History
As we scratch our head over the behavior of those we see on the nightly news, we must do our part to maintain the integrity of the law, treat each other with respect and serve as a far more positive example to our colleagues, our clients and our community.
IndyBar: Meet Caren Chopp
Are you wondering why you should donate to the Indianapolis Bar Foundation? Meet Caren Chopp, and you will understand the importance of the IBF and the funding that it provides.
IndyBar: Professionalism – What Exactly Does it Mean?
Professionalism—it can mean something different to everyone. Luckily, a recent IndyBar program—“Can’t We All Get Along?”—shed light on this topic and was the first IndyBar CLE program to be aired on Facebook Live.
Indiana commercial courts open for business
No ribbon-cuttings heralded the opening of Indiana’s six commercial courts around the state June 1, but lawyers with complex business disputes have found their way to the forums the Supreme Court established as a pilot project.
Gold medal dreams
Hoosier lawyers and law school grads have run, swam and thrown for Olympic trials.
Hammerle On…’The Secret Life of Pets,’ ‘Hunt for the Wilderpeople,’ ‘Ghostbusters’
Bob Hammerle says “The Secret Life of Pets” will leave a smile on your face.
DTCI: Of stare decisis, dissents, and asbestos litigation
This article examines the role stare decisis played in deciding personal injury cases stemming from asbestos.
Ties to Florida firm burn Indiana lawyers
Small-town lawyer Justin Wall argues in his discipline case that he’s fighting not just for his career, but for the livelihoods of his Huntington co-workers and the needs of his community after he tried to drum up business with a regretful decision to answer a Craigslist ad four years ago.
Making Rain: Change is necessary for firms to survive
Law firms today must change their approach toward business development and marketing and embrace the change.
Morris: Indy Legal Aid Society to roast Jim Voyles
I’m taking a break from these two weeks of political conventions and attempting instead to refocus on important local topics. A perfect example is the fun evening coming up to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Indianapolis Legal Aid Society.
Federal Bar Update: Southern District’s local rule on indigent appointments
Although referred to by some as the “mandatory pro bono rule,” in fact the rule is entitled “Representation of Indigent Litigants,” and is multi-faceted.