Hammerle On…’The Secret Life of Pets,’ ‘Hunt for the Wilderpeople,’ ‘Ghostbusters’
Bob Hammerle says “The Secret Life of Pets” will leave a smile on your face.
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Making Rain: Change is necessary for firms to survive
Law firms today must change their approach toward business development and marketing and embrace the change.
Morris: Indy Legal Aid Society to roast Jim Voyles
I’m taking a break from these two weeks of political conventions and attempting instead to refocus on important local topics. A perfect example is the fun evening coming up to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Indianapolis Legal Aid Society.
Federal Bar Update: Southern District’s local rule on indigent appointments
Although referred to by some as the “mandatory pro bono rule,” in fact the rule is entitled “Representation of Indigent Litigants,” and is multi-faceted.
BGBC: Avoiding potential pitfalls of payroll service providers
If you’re an attorney who provides advice to small businesses, it’s not uncommon for a new (or existing) business owner to ask your advice on which payroll service provider to use.
Larimore and Riddle: FDA loses a First Amendment challenge
Mary Nold Larimore and Nancy Menard Riddle recap exciting developments in drug and device law.
Schocke: The future of the Indiana Medical Malpractice Act
With the advent of the new medical malpractice caps, what will be the effect on the volume of malpractice claims? Moreover, will the cap alterations sufficiently protect the act from constitutional challenges?
Living Fit: Sharon’s top 5 for getting and staying in shape
People from all walks of life transform their health and bodies with one common denominator — they are consistent with the positive changes they make.
Inside the Criminal Case: The exclusionary rule is on a losing streak
The latest defeat for the exclusionary rule came in the case of Utah v. Strieff.
Hammerle on… ‘Free State of Jones,’ ‘The Legend of Tarzan’
Bob Hammerle says don’t be misled about “The Legend of Tarzan” by critics with a bad attitude.
Hammerle on…’Finding Dory,’ ‘Weiner’
Abandoned by my two grandchildren and Saudi foreign exchange student, I was forced to bite the bullet and go alone to see “Finding Dory.”
Start Page: Clear your Outlook inbox, clear your mind
Unfortunately, leaving emails unprocessed in your inbox waiting for you drains your energy, causes you to procrastinate, and takes up mental capacity. Thankfully, there’s a better way to deal with email. It’s called getting to “Inbox Zero.”
Cotterill: Commercial courts will enhance economic development
Indiana’s judiciary has been added to the long list of what makes Indiana so favorable a place to do business.
Hammond: Loss of love and companionship: Tough love for minors
The situation: a single mother is killed in a crash leaving behind a young daughter. The defense attorney refuses to consider paying any damages to the young daughter beyond her 18th birthday, including for the loss of love, care and affection of her deceased mother. Can that be right?
Editorial: Modest proposal to state, IBM lawyers: Settle for nothing
Six years have passed since Indiana sued IBM over the failed $1 billion contract for the computer giant to modernize a punch-card-era system for determining welfare eligibility. After the contract was famously canceled, IBM blamed the state, the state blamed IBM, and they’ve been fighting in court since.
Adams: Setting standards for ‘silver tsunami’ preparedness
A popular topic in the media lately is the “silver tsunami” — the huge wave of baby boomers who will leave the workforce in the coming years and become eligible for the senior discount. The legal system needs to prepare today for the influx of issues that will wash ashore.
Hammerle on…’Me Before You,’ ‘Love & Friendship’
Bob Hammerle says “Love & Friendship” defines why people like him love movies.
DTCI: Experience New England in the fall with defense colleagues
My dear defense lawyer colleagues, it is time to plan to attend the Defense Research Institute 2016 Annual Meeting!
Quick: Showcase your face in internet videos to attract new clients
More law firms are spending more of their marketing dollars on web-based online videos instead of traditional television advertising. Done right, this strategy can actually save you a ton of money and be more effective as you can really target your customers wherever they are.
Jerrells: Thoughts on the Ad Hoc Tax Court Task Force report
Though naysayers may decry the costs of adding a magistrate, two additional judges, or both, it would be a small cost to avoid justice delayed and, therefore, justice denied.