Indiana Court Decisions: Nov. 2-14, 2023
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IndyBar: Practice Toolkit: Chatterbox: Is ChatGPT Going to Take Your Job?
Whenever the concepts of machine learning or artificial intelligence are brought up — they are two very different things, actually — attorneys always start asking: Is this new tech going to take my job?
Complex rules, costly mistakes: Why the stakes are rising in legal malpractice claims
Even as the number of legal malpractice claims has remained relatively flat, the severity of those claims continues to climb, with costlier mistakes and social inflation serving as two key factors driving the rise.
INBOX: Rokita lied under oath; he must be suspended
Attorney General Todd Rokita’s lack of insight into and his lack of any remorse about his prior misconduct and his resumption of misconduct the day the court approved the CA demonstrate that he is currently unfit to practice law in this state.
IndyBar’s 50 Year Honorees
The Indianapolis Bar Association’s Annual Recognition Breakfast was capped off by the celebration of those members of the association celebrating their 50th anniversary in the practice of law in 2023.
‘Soccer mom energy’: Incoming DTCI president Mallon wants to energize organization’s membership
There’s a reason why soccer moms have a certain cliché attached to them: They’re always willing to step up. That’s the kind of energy Anna Mallon, the incoming president of the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana, is looking to bring to the organization.
Web Exclusive: Meet the Judges: Parke Circuit Judge Sam Swaim
When reflecting on why he wanted to go to law school, Parke Circuit Judge Sam Swaim said he was initially interested in joining the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
‘On an island’: Legislators, advocates will continue push for marijuana reform at Statehouse in 2024
Lawmakers are hearing more and more from constituents about their desire to legalize marijuana use for adults in the state, rather than having to drive to Ohio, Michigan or any neighboring states.
Ochoa: IU Maurer’s commitment to providing legal services
Students regularly report that their clinical work is among the most meaningful of their law school careers.
Bell: 3 things to know about ethics and office space
Remember when we used to make fun of “The Lincoln Lawyer” because he worked out of his car? Maybe we should not cast too many stones.
Dollens: 2023 DTCI amicus activity
This year, the Defense Trial Counsel of Indiana participated as amicus in a variety of issues of significant interest to the defense bar.
Following her curiosity: Chief Environmental Law Judge Davidsen preparing for retirement after 20 years
The path to judgeship wasn’t a straight shot for Chief Environmental Law Judge Mary Davidsen, but she let her curiosity lead her along the way.
IndyBar: Gregory Silver — Indiana Historical Society Jewish Legend Award Winner
An accomplished lawyer, environmentalist and faith-filled member of our robust Jewish community, Gregory Silver shines a light on a life worthy of emulation.
Attempted murder, battery convictions vacated after speedy trial request not met
A man’s attempted murder and battery convictions have been vacated by the Court of Appeals of Indiana, which determined that his speedy trial request was not met.
State intervention needed in CHINS case due to father’s OWI convictions, alcohol issues, COA affirms
A father’s multiple arrests and alcohol abuse issues necessitated removing his three children from his home and placing them with their maternal grandmother, the Court of Appeals of Indiana affirmed Tuesday.
Court dismisses Title IX lawsuit against Huntington University, officials over doping, sexual assault allegations against ex-running coach
In a case that came down to “who knew what and when they knew it,” a federal judge has dismissed the Title IX lawsuit filed against Huntington University and various school officials by former student-athletes who say they were doped and sexually assaulted.
7th Circuit rejects disability discrimination argument brought by teacher who wanted to regularly arrive late
A military teacher who said her health issues meant she needed to come into work two hours late each day could not convince the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals that her employer engaged in disability discrimination.
Deadline looms on estate-tax option
A December 2025 deadline might seem far away — but for those who qualify for the estate-tax provision of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, now’s the time to decide whether and how to reduce the size of their estates.
Less ‘aggressive’ legislative session coming, Statehouse leaders say
Moderate your expectations for the next legislative session, say Indiana’s lawmaking leaders: more tweaks and fine-tuning, and fewer overhauls.
Federal appeals court deals blow to Voting Rights Act, ruling private plaintiffs can’t sue
A divided federal appeals court on Monday ruled that private individuals and groups such as the NAACP do not have the ability to sue under a key section of the federal Voting Rights Act.