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IndyBar: Robing Ceremony for Recently Appointed Marion Superior Court Judge Patricia McMath Scheduled for August 22

July 17, 2024 | From IndyBar

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.

Wilson: What’s coming to your iPhone with iOS 18?

July 17, 2024 | Seth Wilson

Recently, Apple held its annual World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC), which is geared toward people who make software applications (apps) for Apple devices.

Madden & Clouse: Project helping meet legal needs for LGBTQ+ Hoosiers

July 17, 2024 | Molly Madden and Cassidy Segura Clouse

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.

New senate bill seeks to remedy nursing shortage in Indiana

July 17, 2024 | Maura Johnson

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.

Web Exclusive: Religious liberty defenders gather at Notre Dame for 2024 summit

July 17, 2024 | Maura Johnson

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.

The spectrum of police work documented in new book

July 17, 2024 | Alexa Shrake

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.

IndyBar: Your Community is Calling! Support the Indianapolis Bar Foundation’s Mission

July 16, 2024 | Bryssa Helton and From IndyBar

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:

Court of Appeals reverses, finds Munoz is winner of 2023 Columbus City Council race

July 16, 2024 | Daniel Carson

The Bartholomew County Republican Party failed to file a notice of caucus in a timely manner for one of its 2023 Columbus City Council candidates and his candidacy should be nullified, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled in reversing a lower court’s decision.

Federal Trade Commission warns franchisors against using deceptive practices on franchisees

July 16, 2024 | IL Staff

The Federal Trade Commission is warning franchisors to avoid “unfair and deceptive practices” against franchisees in an effort to ensure the franchise business model is a ladder of opportunity for honest small business owners.

Rokita takes campaign fundraising lead

July 16, 2024 | Alexa Shrake

Campaign finance reports for the Indiana Attorney General race were due Monday to the Indiana Secretary of State and show Republican incumbent Todd Rokita still leading in fundraising. He has more than $1.3 million in the coffers ahead of the general election.

US journalist Gershkovich scheduled to appear in Russian court for the second hearing of spy charges

July 16, 2024 | Associated Press

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich is scheduled to appear in court in Russia on Thursday for the second hearing in his trial on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government vehemently deny.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. files with state for Indiana ballot

July 16, 2024 | Indiana Capital Chronicle

Third-party presidential candidate and controversial figure Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently has submitted enough signatures for the Indiana Election Division to certify his candidacy, meaning Kennedy will likely appear on the November ballot as an option for Hoosiers.

Federal judge dismisses Trump classified documents case over concerns with prosecutor’s appointment

July 16, 2024 | Associated Press

A federal judge in Florida has dismissed the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump, siding with defense lawyers who said the special counsel who filed the charges was illegally appointed by the Justice Department. Hours later, special counsel Jack Smith’s office said it would appeal the order, which could result in it eventually being overturned by a higher court. But for now at least, the dismissal Monday by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon brings a stunning and abrupt halt to a criminal case that at the time it was filed was widely regarded as the most perilous of all the legal threats the Republican former president confronted.

Trump picks Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, a once-fierce critic turned loyal ally, as his GOP running mate

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

Donald Trump has selected Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his Republican running mate. Vance swept to national prominence with his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy.” Vance was a vocal opponent of Trump during the 2016 presidential election but changed his position, arguing he was proved wrong by Trump’s performance in office.

7th Circuit Court affirms lower court’s dismissal of lawsuit against loan servicer, bank

July 15, 2024 | Maura Johnson

The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court’s dismissal of Fair Credit Reporting Act and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act violations after the plaintiff failed to state an FCRA claim and lacked standing to bring an FDCPA claim.

Public comments open for recommendations on death penalty rule, state to address mental illness defense for death row inmate

July 15, 2024 | Alexa Shrake

The Commission on Court Appointed Attorneys is requesting public comment on recommendations to the state’s death penalty rule.

Federal judge dismisses Trump classified documents case over concerns with prosecutor’s appointment

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case of former President Donald Trump in Florida dismissed the prosecution on Monday, siding with defense lawyers who said the special counsel who filed the charges was illegally appointed.

Second phase of NRA civil trial over nonprofit’s spending set to open in NYC

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

The second phase of the civil trial against the National Rifle Association and its top executives is set to begin Monday in Manhattan, with New York Attorney General Letitia James seeking an independent monitor to oversee the powerful gun rights group.

The Secret Service is investigating how a man who shot and injured Trump was able to get so close

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

The U.S. Secret Service is investigating how a gunman armed with an AR-style rifle was able to get close enough to shoot and injure former President Donald Trump at a rally Saturday in Pennsylvania, in a devastating failure of one of the agency’s core duties.

In prime-time address, Biden asks Americans to reject political violence and ‘cool it down’

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

President Joe Biden on Sunday urged Americans to reject political violence and recommit themselves to resolving their differences peacefully, saying the upcoming presidential election will be a “time of testing” in the aftermath of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

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