Hammerle on…’The Great Gatsby,’ ‘Iron Man 3’
Bob Hammerle recommends you see “The Great Gatsby” on the big screen.
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Inbox: Court guts medical hearsay exception for children
Laurie Gray, a former prosecutor, writes about the recent Indiana Supreme Court decision’s impact on medical hearsay exception for child victims.
Hammerle on … ‘Mud,’ ‘No’
It wasn’t that long ago that I would have given Matthew McConaughey the same chance of receiving an Oscar nomination as the Supreme Leader of North Korea receiving a Nobel Peace Prize. Times haven’t changed on the Korean Peninsula, but they certainly have in Hollywood.
DTCI: As attorneys, conflict is our business
This is not a call for more “civility.” To be candid, I have heard that so many times from so many people that it has lost all significance to me.
Federal Bar Update: Supreme Court takes rare steps on procedural decisions
With its limited docket, the U.S. Supreme Court rarely decides procedural issues, focusing instead on weighty constitutional issues or resolving split interpretations of federal statutes. This term, however, the Supreme Court has addressed several procedural issues.
Indiana Judges Association: Judges need to take control of cultural standing
Have you ever Googled “lawyer dog”? If you do, be prepared to see a limitless line of websites all featuring identical photos of the same canine seated behind his desk, along with various one-liners related to the law, dogs and just silliness.
Technology Untangled: Display your iPad on the big screen at trial
The iPad is a convenient and useful personal device for many daily work (and play) activities. However, when it comes time to show what is on your 9.7-inch screen and share it with others, the iPad can use a little help.
Dean’s Desk: Legal education is navigating turbulent waters
On April 24, the McKinney School was privileged to host a plenary session of the American Bar Association Task Force that Randy Shepard is chairing on the future of legal education. It was an eye-opening, interesting and, at the same time, unsettling day.
Hammerle on … ’42’
Before reviewing the movie “42,” Bob Hammerle pays tribute to the recent passing of Roger Ebert, Jonathan Winters and Annette Funicello.
Lucas: 2013 Leadership in Law Award winners revealed
Through the profiles in the Leadership in Law award supplement, it is our goal to introduce IL readers to the men and women behind the public and professional personas.
Sidebars: Unassuming storefront houses flavorful Mexican food
We give La Escollera 3.25 gavels!
DTCI: Rookie seminar will take defense practice to new levels
Are you ready to learn what you really need to know to practice defense law? Well, the DTCI is ready to teach you!
INBOX: Voter Experience Project
A letter to the editor looks at Marion County’s voting technology.
Living Fit: Get ready for summer
I know what you’re thinking – the task of getting in shape is all too daunting, and I don’t have time to do it because there are too many areas in my wellness plan that need focus. I hear you! So, together, let’s set a plan for taking small steps NOW to make big progress by June 1.
Dean’s Desk: IU Maurer professor’s legacy lives on at law school
Two months ago, the Maurer School of Law lost an esteemed colleague, friend and teacher who touched the lives of more than 6,000 of our alumni during his 33 years at the law school.
Start Page: Interruption addiction takes focus to break
Time management systems used to be popular. They are irrelevant now because you don’t have any time to manage.
Hammerle on … ‘West of Memphis,’ ‘Emperor’
Bob Hammerle recommends that all lawyers go see the documentary “West of Memphis.”
Mediation confidentiality; ADR rules review coming
The Indiana Supreme Court reiterated in its opinion that Indiana has not adopted the UMA. They also acknowledged that the two amici organizations have further worked to create a task force to review the rules for Alternative Dispute Resolution (now formally recognized by the court).
Quality of Life: Embrace the gray days of March
As far as I can tell, March has no redeeming qualities. Of course, it’s the month for basketball and spring break, but beyond that, there isn’t much to recommend – especially if you are in Indiana. Since I’m a native Hoosier, my familiarity with March in other locales is somewhat limited.
Federal Bar Update: Pilot program for discovery in employment cases
In the Southern District of Indiana, if you are litigating an adverse-action employment case you might be part of a pilot program that aims to streamline and tailor discovery and scheduling.