DTCI: Tort prejudgment interest statutes
William Ramsey writes about open issues after the Supreme Court’s recent decisions.
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Looking forward: DTCI and the insurance industry
When I look to the future, I see storm clouds gathering on the horizon because one of the industries our defense counsel represents has chosen a course that will ultimately cause damage to itself in the future.
DTCI: Meet your 2013 Board of Directors
Read more about the DTCI’s new board of directors.
2012 DTCI Amicus Report
In 2012, the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana’s Amicus Committee participated, or is participating, in four interesting appeals, each involving support for parties seeking transfer to the Indiana Supreme Court.
DTCI’s Indiana Civil Litigation Review
The DTCI’s flagship publication, the Indiana Civil Litigation Review, will be distributed soon. Members and subscribers can anticipate another issue full of valuable information and analyses by leaders of Indiana’s defense bar.
Why Join DTCI?
The Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana explains why attorneys should join the organization, including first-hand insight and a free DRI membership.
DTCI: New Officers Elected
At the November annual meeting of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana, the following officers were elected. They will assume office Jan. 1, 2013.
DTCI Honors Outstanding Lawyers & Leaders
The Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana bestowed its annual awards on the outstanding defense lawyers of 2012 and thanked its past and future leaders for their willingness to serve their colleagues and the civil justice system in Indiana. Click to view photos.
DTCI: Client relationships and effective case management
Both authors of this article recently had experiences in which our clients have shown us the true emotional impact that litigation can have on a new litigant.
DTCI award recipients named
During its Annual Meeting Nov. 15-16, the DTCI will recognize the outstanding defense lawyers of 2012.
DTCI: Trimble named Insurance Lawyer of the Year
John C. Trimble, partner at Lewis Wagner and former president of the DTCI, has been named 2013 Indianapolis Insurance Law Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers.
DTCI conference November 15-16
Join your colleagues at the Abe Martin Lodge inside Brown County State Park for a casual but informative two-day seminar. Bring your family and enjoy the park activities, including the indoor water park. 13.5 hours CLE credit (2.0 hours ethics) pending
DTCI: Throw your cell phone into the spaghetti bowl
James Strenski writes about why lawyers need to get away from their cell phones occasionally.
DTCI: North Central Region Trial Academy Sept. 28-29
The Trial Academy is the only trial technique seminar in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin specifically designed for the defense lawyer. Each student is videotaped while conducting part of the trial, and each receives a copy of that videotape upon conclusion of the Trial Academy.
DTCI: Awards nominations invited
The Defense Trial Counsel’s annual meeting will be held Nov. 15-16. One of the highlights of the meeting is the presentation of the “Defense Lawyer of the Year,” the “Diplomat of the Indiana Defense Trial Counsel,” and the “Outstanding Young Lawyer” awards.
DTCI: Workers’ comp caselaw reviews
Ann Stewart and Karen Dutcher write about workers’ compensation rulings from the last six months.
DTCI: Note from the defense – Stop the ‘unnecessary roughness’
While I am sure this writing could be deemed just another one that promotes civility, and while I am sure that there is a long list of ethical rules that promote that, too, I cite none here. I simply say this: Stop the (to use a football phrase) “unnecessary roughness.” I am hereby throwing a “flag on the play.”
DTCI: To 4G or not to 4G, that is the question
Kori McOmber writes about the various apps one can use on the iPad to help with practicing law.
DTCI: Errata sheets and the deposition hallows
Certainly, a deposition can be a powerful tool. But what if the completed deposition transcript is delivered to the examining attorney along with an errata sheet that substantively alters material deposition responses?