Indiana Legal Help announces transition as an independent nonprofit
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Indiana Legal Help has announced it is transitioning to become an independent nonprofit organization, breaking away from the Indiana Bar Foundation.
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Opinions March 7, 2025
Indiana Court of Appeals
The Charter Oak Fire Insurance Company v. William Dougherty
24A-CT-1064
Civil tort. Affirms Henry Circuit Court Judge Bob Witham’s denial of Charter Oak Fire Insurance Company’s motion for summary judgment and the court’s grant of William Dougherty’s motion for summary judgment on his claim he was entitled to coverage under a commercial vehicle insurance policy his employer had purchased from Charter Oak. Finds Dougherty is entitled to coverage under the plain language of the policy. Attorneys for appellant: Dennis Dolan, Phillip Litchfield. Attorney for appellee: Robert Ebbs, Theresa Ebbs.
Indiana Supreme Court weighs legal recourse following alleged BMV error
An Indiana man maintains that an agency error cost him a job opportunity, over $1,000 in fines and a night in jail — but state attorneys argued Thursday that the Bureau of Motor Vehicles isn’t responsible for any damages, instead directing him to an administrative review process.
In wake of Jamey Noel investigation, lawmakers advance bill to increase oversight over jail funds
Bipartisan momentum continued Thursday for a bill that seeks to hold Indiana sheriffs more accountable for managing jail funds.
Federal judge to hear arguments over whether to block immigration arrests in US schools
A federal judge is set to hear arguments Friday over whether he should block immigration agents from conducting arrests at schools under a Trump administration policy that has yet to be acted upon.
Theaters represented by ACLU sue NEA over ‘gender ideology’ policy
Several arts organizations represented by the American Civil Liberties Union are suing the National Endowment for the Arts over a new policy that aligns with President Donald Trump’s executive order that called for agencies to end federal funding of “gender ideology” and for the federal government to define sex as only male or female.
Indiana elections chief joins call for federal upgrades to root out noncitizen voting
Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales has joined 20 others in asking new Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for changes to a federal citizenship verification service—including that it be free to use.
Opinions March 6, 2025
Indiana Court of Appeals
WBL SPO II, LLC v. G&I Realty, LLC, et.al.
24A-MF-2353
Mortgage foreclosure. Reverses Dubois Superior Court Judge Anthony Quinn’s entry of a summary judgment order for G&I Realty LLC and the court’s denial of WBL’s motion for summary judgment. Finds G&I’s arguments and designations against WBL’s motion for summary judgment do not establish a genuine issue of material fact. Also finds WBL is entitled to summary judgment on its complaint for an in rem judgment and foreclosure against G&I. Remands for further proceedings consistent with the opinion. Attorneys for appellant: Aaron Rodgers, Aaron Cole. Attorneys for appellee: Michael Einterz, Michael Einterz Jr.
Trump administration plans 15% cut to VA workforce
VA is among the largest employers of federal workers, with most employed operating its network of hospitals around the country, according to Pew Research Center.
U.S. charges Chinese hackers, government officials in broad cybercrime campaign
The indictments come as the U.S. government has warned of an increasingly sophisticated cyber threat from China.
Indiana House takes its turn on property tax discussions
Wednesday’s meeting included public testimony and a presentation from the Department of Local Government Finance, with proposed amendments and a vote pushed to another week.
Appeals court allows removal of watchdog agency head as battle rages over Trump firing
A three-judge panel on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit sided with the Trump administration in allowing the immediate removal of Hampton Dellinger from the Office of Special Counsel.
Divided Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to freeze nearly $2 billion in foreign aid
It was the second time the new administration had sought and failed to persuade the conservative-led court to rein in a federal judge who put the brakes on executive action taken by Trump.
Federal judge blocks drastic funding cuts to medical research
Separate lawsuits filed by a group of 22 states plus organizations representing universities, hospitals and research institutions nationwide sued to stop the cuts, saying they would cause “irreparable harm.”
Indiana Supreme Court to hear appeal of mom convicted of murdering son
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Chelsea Crossland, who was sentenced to life without parole, argues that the Jay Circuit Court abused its discretion by denying her request for a change of venue and her motion to refuse certain jurors.
State supreme court invites amicus briefs in property tax case
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The case involves a dispute over whether the state’s one-percent cap on homeowner property taxes can be limited to just one acre surrounding a home.
Red flag expungements, police buffer zones move through Senate committee
Under House Bill 1137, “red flag” records will be sealed and expunged if a court later decides someone isn’t dangerous.
Indiana National Guard hopes legislation can staunch enlistment losses
House Bill 1111 would provide some tuition assistance and add soldiers on state active duty to the definition of a state employee for death benefits and worker’s compensation laws.
Governor’s office clarifies intentions for Indiana Historical Society building
Gov. Mike Braun’s office maintains the intention is not to force the nonprofit to give up its building.
Judge denies Elon Musk’s request to block OpenAI for-profit conversion but welcomes trial
U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled late Tuesday that “Musk has not demonstrated likelihood of success on the merits” in his request for a preliminary injunction.
