Federal Bar Update: Client representative at settlement conferences
In the Southern District of Indiana, settlement conferences are routinely held in most civil cases before the assigned magistrate judge.
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Editorial: New justice brings much to appreciate
The state still needs to address the elephant in the room.
Quality of Life: Making significant life changes with purpose
If you have ever considered making a major life change, you know that it isn’t easy.
In-box: IBA’s move is a step in the right direction
Read a letter to the editor from the Indianapolis Bar Association president about the recently formed PAC for judicial campaign contributions.
Opinions Sept. 1, 2010
Indiana Supreme Court
Suzanne Eads and James Atterhold, Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Insurance v. Community Hospital
No. 45S03-1001-CV-33
Civil. Rules general negligence claims filed with the Indiana Department of Insurance can continue an action already filed in state court relating to medical malpractice issues.
DTCI: Hands-free cell calls while driving are not safer
It is hoped that you had the opportunity to read an article written by my friend, Dave Temple, regarding the dangers of using your cell phone or PDA while driving, which was published in the March 17-30, 2010, edition of the Indiana Lawyer.
Indiana Judges Association: Plain English? Revisions plain common sense
“The Indiana Model Civil Jury Instructions, written in plain English, are now available. … The new instructions
were prepared by the Civil Instructions Committee of the Indiana Judges Association.”
Editorial: Preservation of judicial impartiality a win
Here at the newspaper, we don’t like to see anything put the brakes on the sharing of opinions.
Sidebars: Lunch at Pioneer Village most fulfilling, leisurely
Remember folks, the premise behind this article is not merely to make eatery suggestions, it is also to encourage a bit of
leisure over the lunch hour with your colleague, mentor/mentee, opposing counsel, or a friend.
Editorial: Nature of work requires adequate safety plan
A few days after then-U.S. District Court Judge David Hamilton ruled in late 2005 in Anthony Hinrichs, et al. v. Brian Bosma, et al., that sectarian prayer could not be used to open legislative sessions, we received a phone call from someone who wanted the judge’s e-mail address and contact information. We declined to give that information.
Federal Bar Update: More federal rule changes on horizon
For 2010, the Supreme Court approved a package of amendments in late April that will amend several appellate rules, bankruptcy rules, criminal rules, civil rules, and an evidence rule.
DTCI: Anchors away! Navigate to the DRI annual meeting
Have you ever considered what it would be like to stand aboard an aircraft carrier? Have you ever wanted to meet and learn
from a Navy Seal who survived on his own behind enemy lines in Afghanistan?
Indiana Judges Association: Instructions in plain language a natural next step
The Judicial Administration Committee of the Judicial Conference of Indiana began conducting research on jury reform in 1997.
At approximately the same time, the Indiana Supreme Court organized citizens, attorneys, and judges to form the Citizens Commission
for the Future of Indiana Courts.
Editorial: Remove obstacles that discourage voters
Casting a ballot in an election ought to be a simple thing for a citizen to do. But there are those who would make it as difficult
as possible for some to exercise their franchise.
Editorial: Concerns about budget cuts warranted
We believe the state of Indiana has hit bone with a budget cut instituted earlier this month.
Sidebars: Despite detour, lunch did not disappoint
Sometimes you have to go with Plan B when it comes to finding a place to eat.
Technology Untangled: Multifunction copier lacks key functions
Bour takes a look at a multifunction copier from Canon that disappointed him.
Federal Bar Update: Permissible fishing in discovery process
John Maley writes about how one recent discovery order is interesting and has potential broader significance beyond the dispute
between the parties.
Editorial: Next choice for Indiana Supreme Court must be a woman
The future is now for the high court.