Landlords look for an exit amid federal eviction moratorium
Landlords, big and small, are angry about eviction moratoriums, which they consider illegal. Many believe some tenants could have paid rent, if not for the moratorium.
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Fired Roncalli counselor Starkey appeal brings ‘ministerial exception’ back to 7th Circuit
Lynn Starkey, the long-time educator fired from Roncalli High School for being married to a woman, is appealing a decision from the Southern Indiana District Court that is potentially the first to extend the “ministerial exception” to cover school guidance counselors.
Siblings secure settlement against Evansville, Kentucky police in false confession case
A wrongful imprisonment lawsuit filed by an Evansville family against local police has been put to rest years after three teens were allegedly coerced into confessing to murdering their homeless uncle — something the accused claim never happened.
Hammond mayor starts challenge to Republican US Sen. Young
The Democratic mayor of Hammond has started a campaign to challenge Republican Todd Young’s reelection bid in Indiana’s U.S. Senate election next year. Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. filed with the Federal Election Commission on Wednesday to begin raising money for a Senate race.
St. Joseph Judge Hostetler certified as senior judge
A former St. Joseph Superior Court judge has been granted senior judge status following his retirement.
Former Notre Dame law dean Newton to temporarily lead Miami law school
Nell Jessup Newton, former dean at Notre Dame Law School, has been named the interim dean of the University of Miami School of Law, putting her in the eye of hurricane that has erupted over the firing of the school’s previous dean in May.
Court affirms NW Indiana man’s convictions in baby’s death
The Indiana Court of Appeals has affirmed a Michigan City man’s convictions for fatally shaking his two-month-old son in 2019 and plotting to kill his wife as he awaited trial in jail.
How AI-powered tech landed man in jail with scant evidence
Michael Williams’ wife pleaded with him to remember their fishing trips with the grandchildren, how he used to braid her hair, anything to jar him back to his world outside the concrete walls of Cook County Jail.
US jobless claims hit a pandemic low as hiring strengthens
The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell last week for a fourth straight time to a pandemic low, the latest sign that America’s job market is rebounding from the pandemic recession as employers boost hiring to meet a surge in consumer demand.
COA rules in favor of Carmel doctor who sued hospital for defamation
A trial court will need to recalculate pre- and post-judgment interest in a case in which a doctor was awarded millions in damages after suing a Carmel hospital, the Indiana Court of Appeals has ruled.
Indy lawyer competes on Jeopardy!
Standing behind a podium with a buzzer in her hand, Indianapolis attorney Ruth Reichard realized that playing Jeopardy! from the comfort of home while shouting answers at the screen with family and friends is vastly different than playing it in real life. Reichard appeared on the beloved answer-and-question show on Aug. 12.
Indiana law schools starting new year with strong incoming classes
Law schools in Indiana are welcoming students and preparing for a fall semester that will be as normal as masks and social distancing will allow.
Indiana sets up blue-ribbon commission to modernize state’s public health system
Gov. Eric Holcomb is setting up a blue-ribbon commission to examine Indiana’s public health system as the state continues to struggle with some of the highest rates of obesity, smoking, physical inactivity, annual immunizations and public health funding in the nation.
Fort Wayne mayor says he has mild COVID-19 illness
Fort Wayne’s mayor has tested positive for a COVID-19 infection but said Tuesday he was experiencing only mild symptoms.
Cybersecurity company denies it ‘improperly accessed’ Indiana health records
A cybersecurity company is disputing the Indiana Department of Health’s announcement Tuesday that it “improperly accessed” the COVID-19 data of nearly 750,000 Hoosiers.
US health officials call for booster shots against COVID-19
U.S. health officials Wednesday announced plans to dispense COVID-19 booster shots to all Americans to shore up their protection amid the surging delta variant and evidence that the vaccines’ effectiveness is falling.
IndyBar: September is IndyBar Member Appreciation Month!
While it’s our goal year round to make you, IndyBar members, more profitable and productive in your practice, we’re taking extra care during the month of September to show you how much we appreciate you!
Indiana Court Decisions – July 29-Aug. 11, 2021
Read Indiana appellate court decisions from the most recent reporting period.
IndyBar: Indianapolis Bar Association Statement on Judicial Criticism
Silence by the judiciary to public criticism is not a sign of acquiescence, indifference, or disdain regarding the opinions asserted, but rather is a symbol of the judiciary’s steadfast respect for the rule of law and commitment to judicial ethics. It is inappropriate for a judge to debate the merits of a pending case in the press or on social media.
Hammerle on… “The Green Knight,” “Jungle Cruise” and remembering Vivienne
Defense attorney Bob Hammerle gives his take on “The Green Knight” and “Jungle Cruise,” and offers moving words about the passing of his dog, Vivienne.