March 17-30, 2021
A new dual-degree program is giving agriculture professionals a chance to learn the legalities of their work. Meanwhile, the state of Indiana is fighting multiple court orders requiring disclosure of the state's lethal injection cocktail. Plus, law students are learning the value of in-person communication through their pandemic clinic experiences.
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Midcareer professionals offered chance to grow through IU McKinney, Purdue degree program
Professionals who are decades deep into their careers and who may have a yearning for more knowledge on legal and agriculture matters now have an opportunity to set themselves apart in their fields through a first-of-its-kind degree program offered by Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and Purdue University.
Read MoreDOC secrets remain after justices rule for disclosure
Despite a ruling in her favor from the Indiana Supreme Court capping her years-long quest to find out how the state of Indiana might carry out an execution, Washington, D.C., attorney Katherine Toomey was still waiting for answers two weeks later.
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Even virtually, law school clinics teach value of personal connection
Talking and connecting is important in any legal setting, but for the clinics at law schools around Indiana, in-person interaction not only helps the students learn valuable skills, it also may provide low-income individuals the only means to get legal help.
Read MoreElection bills tweaking Indiana voting laws
Compared to the battles surrounding voting bills in states such as Iowa and Georgia, the six bills that are moving through the Indiana General Assembly appear to be making rather mild tweaks to Hoosier election laws rather than attempting a controversial overhaul.
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DNR studying coyote killing laws
A prominent animal welfare group is calling for more regulation – and even a ban – on wildlife killing contests in the state of Indiana.
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Web Exclusive: Supreme Court in no hurry to find new attorney ethics director
With the search underway for only the third director of the Indiana Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission, one thing seems certain: The court will take its time finding a successor for retired leader G. Michael Witte.
Read MoreIndiana Court Decisions – Feb. 25-March 10, 2021
Read Indiana appellate court decisions from the most recent reporting period.
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Scrounging for change: DOL pauses proposed tip-pooling, tip credit rules changes
Proposed changes to the country’s tipped employee regulations have caused a stir among some states and worker advocates, prompting a temporary halt of further movement from the U.S. Department of Labor.
Read MoreEmployment lawyers expect businesses to impose new restrictions on remote workers
While in the post-pandemic world employees may still be able to spend at least a few days each month working in their pajamas, they will likely encounter more requirements, mandates and restrictions when doing so.
Read MoreSmith: Your old noncompete form agreement may miss the mark
Cases over the past two decades have eroded the enforceability of certain noncompete agreement terms (aka restrictive covenants). Thus, a standard form noncompete agreement drafted in the 1990s may not withstand a court challenge if used today.
Read MoreAdolay: Accommodating employees who can’t return due to COVID-19
There’s a new question facing employers in this stage of the pandemic: What if our employees refuse to return to work?
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Letter to the editor: Proposed changes to merit selection may prove judicious
Your publication recently printed an article discussing the Indiana State Bar Association’s objections to Indiana Senate Joint Resolution 16. The bar association’s complaint about SJR 16, and the slant of the article, is that the resolution proposes to “strip” Hoosier voters of the power to retain Indiana appellate court judges and Supreme Court justices. I do not believe that complaint is well-founded.
Read MoreDTCI: COVID views may be crucial in post-pandemic jury selection
Post-pandemic, jury selection will change, the panel’s makeup may change and the individual potential juror’s responses to questions on the topic of COVID-19 might provide additional insight on the juror’s predilections.
Read MoreMaley: Recurring removal issues show numerous pitfalls
Removal from state court to federal court is a routine aspect of federal court practice, though one fraught with procedural pitfalls. Federal judges in Indiana frequently address removal issues, yet errors continue.
Read MoreMarquez: Tap into the power of unplugging to refresh and recharge
Making a habit of unplugging ourselves from technology is key to improving our effectiveness in all aspects of life. As strange as it sounds, there are some technology tips that can greatly assist in helping to unplug throughout your day.
Read MoreJones: Pardon me? Can you deny a presidential pardon or commutation?
Though most of us might strain ourselves thinking of a reason why one might refuse a pardon or a commutation, multiple individuals have attempted to reject a pardon or commutation, providing both interesting stories and a strange, potential check on the executive.
Read MoreHammerle on… “Another Round,” “Land” and “Minari”
Criminal defense lawyer Bob Hammerle gives us his take on “Another Round,” “Land” and “Minari.”
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IndyBar: Be the CHANGE You Want to See
“Be the CHANGE you want to see” has resonated with Marion County Bar Association President Pamela Grant-Taylor for several months now. She shares how you too can be the CHANGE you want to see as well.
Read MoreIndyBar: Leadership Series to Launch at Bench Bar Conference: Apply Now
Are you anxious to reconnect with your community? Are you looking for opportunities to contribute to Indy’s growth? Ready to network with community leaders and your peers? The IndyBar’s reimagined Bar Leader Series could be your answer and is now accepting applications for Class XVIII.
Read MoreIndyBar to Host March Madness Volunteers & Staff
The IndyBar is getting in on March Madness in the Circle City as it hosts Indiana Sports Corp employees and volunteers during the NCAA Division I Basketball Tournament.
Read MoreIndyBar: Empathetic Leadership is Essential for Law Firms Now
The issues with reopening, and the speed with which it occurs, have become deeply personal questions. Just because your law firm office can be open, you need to decide whether it should be, to what extent it will be, and what you will require of your employees in that context.
Read MoreIndyBar: Multiple Scholarships Available to Attend the 2021 IndyBar Bench Bar Conference
A variety of scholarships are available to attend the 2021 IndyBar Bench Bar Conference June 17-19, 2021 at the Louisville Downtown Omni Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky.
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