ACLU of Indiana sues state over inmate’s request for sex-reassignment surgery
The ACLU claims a law passed earlier this year preventing state and federal dollars from being used for such surgeries is unconstitutional.
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Reggie Bush sues NCAA for defamation, wants Heisman Trophy back
The former University of Southern California star running back is suing the Indianapolis-based NCAA over a 2021 statement from college sports’ governing body about a “pay-for-play arrangement.”
NFL agrees to settle lawsuit over canceled 2016 Hall of Fame game between Colts, Packers
The game was called off shortly before the scheduled starting time because of safety issues with the turf at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium.
Lawrence Common Council, Mayor Steve Collier settle legal battle
The lawsuit largely dealt with the annual budgeting process that took place in 2021. The council appropriated $335,000 to pay legal fees.
Judge declines to approve Hyundai/Kia class action settlement
A federal judge said the proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit prompted by a surge in Hyundai and Kia vehicle theft fails to provide “fair and adequate” relief to vehicle owners.
Inotiv swings to profit; legal battles continue to grow
Indiana-based Inotiv Inc. reported a fiscal third quarter profit of $1.8 million, compared with a loss of $3.7 million during the same period last year. However, the pharmaceutical testing company said it is facing new shareholder lawsuits primarily related to its acquisition of Envigo RMS Holding Corp. in Indianapolis.
ACLU lawsuit contends new Indiana law prevents police from being held accountable
A lawsuit filed in federal court by the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana on Tuesday challenges a new state law that prohibits citizens from being within 25 feet of law enforcement officers.
Noble Roman’s faces investor lawsuit in ongoing proxy war
Indianapolis-based Noble Roman’s Inc., which is battling one of its biggest shareholders over whether to replace CEO Scott Mobley on the restaurant company’s board of directors, is now facing a lawsuit from that shareholder over the same issue.
Lilly sued for alleged failure to warn about ‘severe’ side effects of diabetes drug
Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly and Co. and the maker of popular diabetes drug Ozempic are accused of failing to warn consumers and physicians about the risk of “severe gastrointestinal events” resulting from the use of two diabetes drugs.
Taco Bell sued for false advertising over skimpy fillings
The suit accuses Taco Bell of “unfair and materially misleading advertising” and is seeking upward of $5 million from the chain for alleged violations of law banning unfair and deceptive trade practices.
Carmel files lawsuit over state law that diverts local income tax funds to Fishers
The complaint says Carmel has lost $16.7 million to Fishers, rather than the estimated $10.2 million, since the original law was enacted. It also estimates Carmel stands to lose more than $39 million through 2026 because of the extension.
Three Butler soccer players file federal lawsuit alleging abuse by former trainer
The lawsuit said the alleged acts took place while the athletic trainer was under the supervision of Butler University’s senior associate athletic director for student-athlete health, performance and well-being.
Indianapolis joins national lawsuit against Kia, Hyundai over auto thefts
The lawsuit alleges that certain Kia and Hyundai models lack the industry-standard technology needed to prevent the vehicles from being stolen.
Retailer Shein hit with lawsuit citing RICO violations for copyright infringement
In an organized effort to create as many as 6,000 new items per day, Shein—which has major operations near Indianapolis— uses a “byzantine shell game of a corporate structure” to rip off designers, the lawsuit claims.
Indiana AG sues owner, manager of Indianapolis apartment complex
The complaint lists problems alleged by seven residents involving repairs that were never made, incorrect bills that caused financial hardship, and general difficulties in contacting and dealing with management.
Budget debacle leaves Lawrence city councilors, mayor at odds
The Lawrence Common Council approved a budget in September 2021, but the mayor’s administration did not submit it to the state by the deadline. That meant the city in 2022 had to operate under the previous year’s budget.
Activists spurred by affirmative action ruling sue over legacy admissions
A civil rights group is challenging legacy admissions at Harvard University, saying the practice discriminates against students of color by giving an unfair boost to the mostly white children of alumni.
Indy-based medical supplier Apria sued over massive data breach
At least six separate lawsuits have been filed this month in U.S. District Court in Indianapolis against Apria Healthcare LLC. Most of the suits are seeking class-action status on behalf of the 1.8 million people whose information was hacked by an unauthorized third party.
Amazon accused of enrolling consumers into Prime without consent, making it hard to cancel
Amazon was sued Wednesday by Federal Trade Commission, which accused the company of using deceptive designs, known as “dark patterns,” to deceive consumers into enrolling in the Prime program.
Gannett sues Google and Alphabet, claiming they have monopoly on digital advertising
The largest U.S. newspaper publisher by total daily circulation alleges in the suit that Google controls how publishers sell their ad slots and forces them to sell an increasing amount of ad space to Google at lower prices.