July 17-30
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Judicial safety a growing concern
Indiana and other states are looking at ways to provide better security for judges, with a Hoosier state committee looking at ways to improve safety and prevent tragedies like those seen in other states.
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The spectrum of police work documented in new book
Casey Seaton found his way to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, where he served as an officer and now teaches law at the IMPD training academy.
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Supreme Court ruling limits prosecutions for corruption
Does a gratuity given to a public official after a city contract is awarded constitute a crime? In James Snyder’s case, the U.S. Supreme Court said no.
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Web Exclusive: Religious liberty defenders gather at Notre Dame for 2024 summit
G. Marcus Cole, dean of the University of Notre Dame Law School, encouraged attendees to “take religious liberty out of politics,” emphasizing the importance of pushing for religious liberty for citizens across the globe, particularly in spaces where political arguments have caused strife and fractured relationships within communities.
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New senate bill seeks to remedy nursing shortage in Indiana
The state of Indiana is one of many across the U.S. working to temper the shortage. Senate Bill 132, which makes it easier for nurses from other countries to obtain licenses to work in the state, went into effect on July 1.
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Soshnick: The asset approach in divorce valuations: How low can you go?
Unlike the income and market approaches, the asset approach is rarely applied to functioning businesses. That approach and its underlying methods frequently correspond with “net book value,” or a lower conclusion of value than yielded under the income or market approaches.
Read MoreDillman: 3 legislative updates likely to impact older adults
In 2024, the legal landscape surrounding elder law is undergoing significant transformation, with legislative changes reshaping the framework within which lawyers and their clients operate in this field.
Read MoreHammerle on: “Horizon: An American Saga,” “A Quiet Place: Day One” and The Bikeriders
While John Krasinski directed the first two “Quiet Place” films (2018 and 2020), he backed away here. However, he is a co-writer with director Michael Sarnoski.
Read MoreWilson: What’s coming to your iPhone with iOS 18?
Recently, Apple held its annual World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC), which is geared toward people who make software applications (apps) for Apple devices.
Read MoreMadden & Clouse: Project helping meet legal needs for LGBTQ+ Hoosiers
Why is the Project needed? According to the 2023 UCLA School of Law Williams Institute report, around 23% of LGBTQ+ people and a staggering 35% of transgender adults were living in poverty in the United States in 2020 compared to 16% of their straight and cisgender counterparts. While these numbers are improving, the community still faces challenges.
Read MoreHannesson I. Murphy: Prognosis for physician non-competes in Indiana: poor
In the last decade, over a dozen states (all outside the Midwest) have adopted bans or strict limitations on physician employment non-competes. Indiana joined that group with the adoption of a physician non-compete statute, which became effective July 1, 2020.
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IndyBar: Mediation Day Returns for 2024
We will hold our Summer Mediation Day on August 9, 2024 at the Community Justice Center. It is our plan to mediate 30 cases with the goal of freeing up much needed space on the family law docket.
Read MoreIndyBar: Robing Ceremony for Recently Appointed Marion Superior Court Judge Patricia McMath Scheduled for August 22
The legal community is invited to attend the public robing ceremony of recently appointed Marion Superior Court Judge Patricia McMath of the Criminal Division on Thursday, August 22 at 3:30 p.m. in the Community Justice Center’s Jury/Public Assembly Room. There will be open seating with additional standing room available. The ceremony is expected to last less than one hour. Registration is not required. Open seating will be first come, first serve beginning at 3 p.m.
Read MoreIndyBar: Term Sheets and Equity Compensation for Early-Stage Companies
Two essential considerations for helping facilitate growth in early stage companies are securing capital and incentivizing current and future employees by offering competitive equity compensation plans.
Read MoreIndyBar: Your Community is Calling! Support the Indianapolis Bar Foundation’s Mission
The IndyBar Foundation is a direct representation of the care association members, like you, have for our community. When was the last time you attended a foundation fundraiser or shared our story with a colleague on your social channels? How long has it been since you’ve donated your time and skills to a foundation committee or volunteer program? When did you last donate? Here are all the ways you can support the IndyBar Foundation right now:
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