Judge blocks U.S. Senate hopeful John Rust’s attempt to access GOP primary ballot
The ruling means U.S. Rep. Jim Banks will be the only Republican candidate for Indiana’s U.S. Senate race in May’s primary election.
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Jury awards more than $42M to Avon man with brain injury from crash with Tesla employee
The jury returned the verdict Wednesday against Tesla Inc. and its long-time employee Kyle Kaszuba for the accident in which motorcyclist Chris Dugan was severely injured.
Attorneys, businesses await impact of proposed rule to extend OT to more salaried workers
It’s been more than six months since the U.S. Department of Labor announced a proposed new rule to the Fair Labor Standards Act that would extend overtime pay to 3.6 million salaried workers. Whenever the final rule is published, it’s expected to spur immediate legal challenges.
U.S. Senate hopeful John Rust’s last-ditch ballot plea now in hands of Marion County judge
Rust’s petition for judicial review was filed in Marion County Superior Court late last month, one day after the Indiana Election Commission voted unanimously to block his Republican candidacy.
Carmel Clay Board of Parks & Recreation calls off lawsuit against city
The parks board decided to end the lawsuit because the Carmel City Council in January passed a resolution outlining proposed changes to the approval process for future park impact fee credits.
Indianapolis-based canned cocktail maker in financial distress, facing forced bankruptcy
The CEO of Blue Marble says the company is about $22 million in debt and considering its options after three of its creditors moved last month to force it into bankruptcy.
Sue or give up? States’ open records policies often leave residents facing costly choice
A nationwide review of procedures—included in Indiana—found that fewer than a third of states have offices that can force agencies to turn over documents or comply with open meetings requirements.
Construction resumes on Andretti Global HQ in Fishers
Andretti Global, the parent of Andretti Autosport, is moving forward with its new headquarters campus in Fishers following almost a year of legal delays.
Indiana Supreme Court issues 3-2 opinion upholding party affiliation statute in Rust case
Indiana Supreme Court Justice Mark Massa said Rust doesn’t have a fundamental right to run for U.S. Senate as a Republican and can still appear on the November ballot as an independent, Libertarian or write-in candidate.
After loss in court, NCAA pausing investigations into third-party NIL deals
The move comes a week after a federal judge granted a preliminary injunction in an antitrust suit that challenges NCAA rules against recruiting inducements, saying they inhibit athletes’ ability to cash in on their celebrity and fame.
John Rust files court petition to supersede state election commission
Rust, who earlier this week was denied access to Indiana’s GOP primary ballot, is appealing the decision in Marion County court, in hopes of continuing his run for U.S. Senate.
Still no harvest: Marijuana bills continue to stall in Indiana General Assembly
This year, there were 10 marijuana-related bills filed in the Indiana House and Senate. None made it out of committee.
Indiana officials accuse Zionsville medical-device maker of violating securities law
The Secretary of State’s Securities Division announced the action Tuesday against VoCare Inc. and three of its officers.
Appeals court lifts injunction that allowed gender-transition procedures for minors in Indiana
In his ruling, the judge emphasized that each side agreed about the need for more research on the long-term effects of gender-transition procedures.
Supreme Court casts doubt on GOP-led states’ efforts to regulate social media platforms
In nearly four hours of arguments, several justices questioned aspects of laws adopted by Republican-dominated legislatures and signed by Republican governors in Florida and Texas in 2021. But they seemed wary of a broad ruling.
U.S. launches probe into possible fraud by organ collection groups
The probe involves U.S. attorneys in various parts of the country who are investigating organ procurement organizations in at least five states.
Judge hands NCAA another loss, says compensation rules likely violate antitrust law, harm athletes
The Indianapolis-based NCAA said turning rules supported by its members “upside down” will only make an already chaotic situation worse and lessen protections keeping athletes from being exploited.
Foreclosure suit filed against owner of Wilshaw hotel property
Officials with the town of Speedway, which is not named in the lawsuit, said they are “carefully monitoring” the situation and in communication with the developers on the matter.
Scam artists expected to flock to NBA All-Star Weekend
Basketball fans and music fans are advised to be wary of offers that appear too good to be true during NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis.
Special counsel: Biden ‘willfully’ disclosed classified materials, but no criminal charges warranted
While the report removes legal jeopardy for the president, it is nonetheless is an embarrassment for Joe Biden, who placed competency and experience at the core of his rationale to voters to send him to the Oval Office.