Disciplinary Actions – 12/18/13
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Articles
Hammerle On …’Philomena,’ ‘Nebraska’
The unforgettable Judi Dench makes “Philomena” a triumph. Based on a book written by Martin Sixsmith, played here by Steve Coogan, Dench embodies Philomena, an aging Irish woman wrestling with profound regret.
Southern Indiana commercial litigator to assume top spot in DTCI
Evansville attorney Jim Johnson always wanted to be a lawyer, but he did not always want to be a leader.
Technology Untangled: Transfer photos and files between devices with just a bump
Today we will look at a cross-platform application called Bump.
Sidebars: Fried chicken stands out at Vincennes eatery
Our trio sauntered over to the Dogwood Barbeque after late-morning court for lunch based upon the recommendation of Knox County Deputy Prosecutor Joe Burton. Joe must like to eat because this buffet-style restaurant serves up massive quantities of food for a reasonable price.
Bell/Gaerte: 3 things to know about confidentiality
While social media has not mandated the creation of new ethical guidelines, it does make it easier to commit an ethical foul.
Federal Bar Update: Rule 45 amendments on subpoenas took effect Dec. 1
Amendments took effect Dec. 1 to Rule 45 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Also, amendments took effect to several of the Southern District of Indiana’s Local Rules.
Advocates say justice was delayed, but deal positive for Gingerich
More than three years after 12-year-old Paul Gingerich was improperly sentenced as an adult to 30 years in prison for his role in a killing, he now has a chance to be free at 18 – an imperfect result, advocates say, that nonetheless might be the best possible under the circumstances.
George Rubin’s 54 years in law built firm and shaped modern Indianapolis
Indianapolis was America’s 26th biggest city when George Rubin began his legal career 54 years ago. It’s fair to say Rubin drafted the blueprint that transformed the city into the nation’s 12th largest.
Timing of wrongful death claim disputed
In a wrongful-death claim filed nearly five years after a nursing home death, the Indiana Supreme Court is considering whether in instances of fraudulent concealment the two-year limitation clock starts over or if giving plaintiffs “reasonable time” to file is an acceptable standard.
Global law expert tapped as dean at IU Maurer
After a search that lasted more than a year, Indiana University Maurer School of Law has chosen a leading scholar of transnational law as its dean.
Criminal code overhaul shifts focus to sentencing
The exploding prison population was a key motivator for revising the state’s criminal code, but an independent research group has concluded the new statute will cause a quicker increase in the number of inmates.
Lawyers help make holiday season bright for those in need
From toy drives to bell ringing, those in the legal profession volunteer time and money during the Christmas season.
Support strong for treatment instead of incarceration in the DOC
David Powell, executive director of the Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council, strongly believes that addressing drug dependency and mental health issues can reduce the state’s recidivism rate and, in turn, lower the crime rate.
Hamilton and Shepard emphasize the importance of civic education
Former Indiana congressional representative Lee Hamilton warned attorneys and advocates of civic education that unless citizens uphold their responsibilities and duties, democracy will not prevail.
Judge sets January hearing in Marion County judicial slating suit
A federal judge has summoned attorneys for Gov. Mike Pence, Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson and members of the Indiana Election Commission to a pretrial conference in a lawsuit challenging the way Marion Superior judges are elected.
Opinions Dec. 16, 2013 ILD
Indiana Court of Appeals
Michael S. McShurley v. State of Indiana (NFP)
79A02-1302-CR-163
Criminal. Affirms conviction and aggregate 18-year sentence for three counts of Class C felony child molesting.
David X. Finley and Diane M. Finley v. First Federal Savings Bank and Charleston Auctioneers, Inc. (NFP)
02A03-1302-PL-48
Civil plenary. Affirms summary judgment in favor of First Federal.
Indiana Supreme Court and Indiana Tax Court issued no opinions before IL deadline. 7th Circuit Court of Appeals issued no Indiana opinions before IL deadline Monday.
Opinions Dec. 16, 2013
Indiana Court of Appeals
Avon Trails Homeowners Association, Inc. v. Kellie Homeier
32A01-1307-PL-312
Civil plenary. Reverses denial of a temporary injunction that would have allowed Avon Trails to enforce a restrictive covenant barring Homeier from parking a trailer on her lot or an adjacent lot. Remands to the trial court with orders to adopt settlement language the parties submitted as a joint motion to vacate findings and submission of agreed entry of judgment.
Global law expert tapped as dean at IU Maurer
After a search that lasted more than a year, Indiana University Maurer School of Law has chosen a leading scholar of transnational law as its dean.