Steeper outside fees force in-house counsel reckoning
Growing rate increases for outside lawyers have companies turning to alternative legal services, hiring more in-house staff and using artificial intelligence to control their costs.
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Canada orders TikTok’s Canadian business to be dissolved but won’t block app
TikTok faces intensifying scrutiny from Europe and America over security and data privacy. It comes as China and the West are locked in a wider tug of war over technology ranging from spy balloons to computer chips.
Court dismisses doctor’s suit against IU Health for terminating medical privileges
The Indiana Southern District court affirmed that the vascular surgeo’s claims against the hospital did not constitute a legitimate antitrust case, stating his allegations of breach of contract and defamation were also without merit.
Indiana inspector general dismisses group’s ethics complaint against state elections chief
The complaint from the League of Women Voters in Indiana against Secretary of State Diego Morales accused Morales of using his position for self-promotion.
Officials unveil new scenario-based training village at Indiana Law Enforcement Academy
Gov. Eric Holcomb and other state officials on Wednesday cut the ribbon for part of a new, $70 million addition to the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
Prosecutors, defenders ask for pension upgrades to aid recruitment, retention
Indiana interim committee lawmakers hinted at changes to the recently approved long-term, hybrid system for pension bonuses.
Ex-Noblesville businessman faces federal money-laundering indictment
Former AurumXchange operator Maximiliano Pilipis faces multiple charges related to what prosecutors say was his operation of an unregistered cryptocurrency exchange.
Cohen & Malad wins class-action status in Gerber Life lawsuit
The class would include more than 2 million people who paid premiums totaling more than $700 million, Cohen & Malad said in a statement.
Federal agents search Ohio home of prominent affordable housing developer
Millennia owns or operates roughly 280 apartment properties, including four affordable properties in Indianapolis.
Two former Indiana correctional officers sentenced for stealing inmates’ identities
The pair stole at least five inmates’ personally identifiable information, including names, dates of birth, and social security numbers, authorities said. They were accused of using the stolen identities to open at least nine accounts at various Indiana banks using fraudulent passports.
Area accountant sentenced to 3-plus years for embezzling nearly $1M
Nathaniel Wills, 34, stole nearly $1 million from his former employer, Anderson-based Indiana Flooring and Linoleum Co. Inc.
Indy-area developer Drew Loftus sues partner for company records
Drew Loftus, a principal with Silverstone Development LLC, claims he has not had access to the company’s offices, calendars, communications or financial records since May.
FTC’s rule banning fake online reviews goes into effect
The rule, which went into effect Monday, allows the agency to seek civil penalties against those who knowingly violate it.
Indiana officials ask federal government to verify citizenship of 585K registered voters
Indiana has 4,836,973 residents registered to vote, so the letter invites scrutiny of about 12% on the rolls.
Indianapolis attorney resigns from bar after allegations of misconduct in immigration cases
The Supreme Court Disciplinary Commission filed a professional misconduct complaint against Grady Ray after allegations that he failed to file paperwork in a timely manner and was non-responsive to clients in three separate cases.
Krieg DeVault expands in Chicago by adding smaller firm
Indianapolis-based law firm Krieg DeVault LLP is growing its footprint in the Windy City by adding Chicago firm Fuchs & Roselli Ltd. through a merger.
Supreme Court allows rule limiting pollution from coal-fired power plants
The justices rejected a push from Republican-led states and industry groups to block the Environmental Protection Agency rule, marking the third time this month the conservative majority has left an environmental regulation in place for now.
Indiana Chief Justice Rush says state must improve in regard to mental health
Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush said Indiana’s judges have made progress but still have work to do when it comes to handling mental health crises and drug addiction.
Ex-Indiana sheriff Noel sentenced to 15 years in prison as part of plea deal
Jamey Noel was originally charged with 31 felonies for allegedly misusing money from the fire and EMS departments that he oversaw. He pleaded guilty to 27 of those charges in August.
State bar association looks at limited legal licensing for non-attorneys
The Indiana State Bar Association has been taking a closer look at addressing the state’s attorney shortage, including the possibility of allowing some specially-trained non-attorneys to do some legal work.