Hustler Hollywood loses appeal for Castleton-area store
A ruling on Monday from the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a city ordinance that prohibits adult entertainment businesses from operating in certain areas.
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Indiana Transportation Museum files suits against Noblesville, Fishers, Hamilton County
The Indiana Transportation Museum has requested a judge grant a temporary restraining order to give it more time to move out of Forest Park in Noblesville and prevent the city from seizing its equipment and trains.
Lawsuit challenges court fees charged by four Indiana counties
The suit names the clerks of Hamilton, Johnson, Marion and Wayne counties.
Gymnast sues Karolyis, other groups over team doctor’s abuse
The suit alleges Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics, the U.S. Olympic Committee and the husband-and-wife coaching duo failed to protect her and other athletes.
Hard-fought civil fraud case against ITT brass nears trial
Former CEO Kevin Modany and former Chief Financial Officer Daniel Fitzpatrick tried to settle the case last year, but SEC commissioners rejected the deal. Another settlement conference is scheduled for May.
Class-action lawyers rebuked over Anthem fee request
A federal judge has put off deciding whether to approve the $115 million data-breach settlement and has appointed a special master to closely scrutinize the request for $38 million in attorney's fees.
Olympic medalist Jordyn Wieber sues USA Gymnastics, Michigan State
Olympic gold medalist Jordyn Wieber filed a lawsuit Tuesday alleging Michigan State University and former leaders for Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics hid Larry Nassar's conduct from the public and law enforcement.
Tony Stewart, Ward family settle wrongful death lawsuit
Tony Stewart and the parents of Kevin Ward Jr. have agreed to settle a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family against the former NASCAR champion for his role in the death of their son.
USA Gymnastics sues insurance carriers amid Nassar lawsuits
Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics is suing its insurance carriers, alleging that they haven't fully reimbursed it for defense costs incurred in lawsuits filed by victims of disgraced former sports doctor Larry Nassar.
Anthem agrees to $1.6M settlement over autism therapy
Insurance company Anthem Inc. has agreed to settle a federal lawsuit filed by Indiana parents who were denied coverage for therapy for their children with autism.
Franchisee sues Steak n Shake over pricing policy after losing money at 9 restaurants
A franchisee has filed suit against Indianapolis-based Steak n Shake in an effort to raise its menu prices because it says all of its restaurants are losing money.
Opponents of proposed Carmel mosque appeal city’s approval
Dissenters have raised concerns about property values in nearby upscale neighborhoods being hurt by additional traffic and calls to prayer disturbing the peace.
High court asked to take case that could determine size of eye drops
What most people see as an annoyance, some prescription drop users say is grounds for a lawsuit.
Fishers renews $240K deal with Senate candidate’s wife
Unlike many government contract attorneys who are paid by the hour or project, Jennifer Messer receives the same $20,000 monthly check from Fishers regardless of how much she works.
Local tax business accused of filing fraudulent returns in federal suit
The U.S. Department of Justice is accusing a tax preparation business with two locations in Indianapolis of reporting false information on federal income tax returns. It is seeking to shut down the business.
Hendricks Regional, Hall Render face $50M lawsuit over failed deal
A lawsuit against Hendricks Regional Health and the Indianapolis law firm alleges they used “malicious, oppressive, willful, wanton, and/or reckless conduct” in conspiring to squelch a competitor’s deal to operate 23 Indiana care facilities after Hendricks’ contract was terminated.
Greenwood firm ensnared in case involving Manning, Al Jazeera
A private-investigations firm hired by Peyton Manning’s lawyers is facing a broadcaster’s petition to turn over information it uncovered about a documentary.
Local investigation firm faces suit over evidence in Manning doping probe
The case involves a probe Phenix Investigations Inc. conducted in 2015 after former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and other star athletes were accused of using performance-enhancing drugs.
Olympic star Raisman files suit against USOC, USA Gymnastics
The suit by Aly Raisman alleges negligence by U.S. Olympic Committee and Indianapolis-based USA Gymnastics for failing to make sure appropriate protocols were followed in regard to monitoring serial sex offender Larry Nassar.
Jury awards $1.9 million in case rising from Menard-Hilbert fight
The latest development in a longstanding legal battle between two business titans has resulted in a verdict against the leaders of the national home-improvement store chain Menards.