Bayer to pay up to $10.9 billion to settle Roundup cases
The pharmaceutical company said the Roundup settlement would “bring closure to approximately 75%” of the current 125,000 claims against subsidiary Monsanto.
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Judge orders Lawson to produce documents on voting-machine security
Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson has argued that she shouldn’t have to turn over records about machine security because they could jeopardize cyberterrorism security. A judge wants to see for herself.
Prosecutor says victims deserve ex-quarterback’s concussion funds
Former Colts quarterback Art Schlichter has received nearly $700,000 from a national settlement with the NFL over concussions. A prosecutor says that money should go to Schlichter’s many fraud victims.
Congress stalls on policing overhaul agreement, despite public outcry
Among several things being considered in Washington will be legislation introduced by Sen. Mike Braun, R-Ind., who wants to limit the immunity protections for officers in lawsuits.
FBI names Keenan special agent in charge for Indianapolis
Paul Keenan formerly led the National Center for the Analysis of Violent Crime, which is comprised of five Behavioral Analysis Units, popularized on the CBS drama “Criminal Minds.”
White House wins ruling on health care price disclosure
Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar called the decision in federal court in Washington, D.C., “a resounding victory” for President Donald Trump’s efforts to open up the convoluted world of health care pricing.
Supreme Court rules SEC can recoup money in fraud cases
By an 8-1 vote, the justices ruled that the Securities and Exchange Commission can seek to recover the money through a process called disgorgement.
Retail real estate scions to battle in court–again
David Simon and Bobby Taubman are battling now in court over whether Simon Property Group is obligated to complete the $3.6 billion purchase of Michigan-based Taubman Centers that it announced in February.
Sen. Rubio introduces bill to help NCAA make uniform compensation changes
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio’s bill would protect the NCAA from being challenged in court if the association changes its rules to allow athletes to earn money for endorsement deals and personal appearances.
Court rejects Trump administration’s bid to end DACA immediately
The justices rejected administration arguments that courts have no role to play in reviewing the decision to end the 8-year-old Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program. The program covers people who have been in the United States since they were children and are in the country illegally.
Protesters sue city over IMPD’s use of tear gas, pepper balls during demonstrations
The American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana filed the lawsuit Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana on behalf of Indy10 Black Lives Matter and three individuals.
Senate GOP to propose policing changes in ‘JUSTICE Act’
The JUSTICE Act—Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere Act of 2020—is the most ambitious GOP policing proposal in years.
Federal lawsuit filed over black man’s killing by Indianapolis officer
The lawsuit alleges the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department failed to adequately train, screen and supervise officers to prevent them from engaging in excessive or deadly force.
Trump signs executive order on police reform
President Donald Trump framed his plan as an alternative to the “defund the police” movement that has emerged from the protests and which he slammed as “radical and dangerous.”
Many businesses asking customers, workers to waive legal rights
As businesses reopen across the U.S. after coronavirus shutdowns, many are requiring customers and workers to sign forms saying they won’t sue if they catch COVID-19.
City partnership aims to reimagine public safety in Indianapolis with community’s help
The goal of the partnership with the Criminal Justice Lab at the New York University School of Law is to create a new community-driven and community-monitored vision of criminal justice in Indianapolis.
State rep from Indianapolis resigns from office following arrest
State Rep. Dan Forestal, D-Indianapolis, 37, was jailed Friday on preliminary charges including battery of a public safety official and resisting law enforcement.
UPDATE: Supreme Court says gay, transgender workers protected by federal discrimination law
The Supreme Court ruled Monday that federal anti-discrimination laws protect gay and transgender employees, a major gay rights ruling written by one of the court’s most conservative justices.
Indiana Democrats prepare to choose attorney general nominee
Longtime state Sen. Karen Tallian and former Evansville Mayor Jonathan Weinzapfel are vying for the nomination, a selection made by state delegates rather than primary election voters.
Indiana lawmaker jailed on allegations he assaulted deputies
A state legislator from Indianapolis was arrested on allegations that he assaulted two sheriff’s deputies while being checked into a hospital.