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ITT Educational employees file lawsuit over sudden terminations
Two employees who were terminated Tuesday as part of mass layoff by ITT Educational Services have filed a lawsuit claiming the Carmel-based firm violated federal law by failing to provide 60-days notice. The suit seeks class-action status for as many as 8,000 employees.
Ex-Subway pitchman blames parents for victim’s problems
Jared Fogle, imprisoned for child pornography and sex abuse, said parents of one of his female victims—who are suing him for damages—are to blame for what he describes as the girl’s “destructive behaviors.”
Court battle heats up between state, Monarch Beverage affiliate
The state has requested a stay of a Marion County judge’s ruling last week that opens the door for a Monarch Beverage affiliate to enter the liquor-wholesaling business.
Gun store argues no liability for straw sale linked to officer’s shooting
Lawyers for an Indianapolis gun store sued for making an illegal straw sale of a firearm that was used to shoot an Indianapolis police officer argued Wednesday that Indiana gun sellers are shielded from civil lawsuits even when they break the law.
Four men who ran car dealerships indicted on federal charges
Four local men who operated two used-car lots in Indianapolis have been charged with several federal crimes, including conspiracy to commit mail fraud, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering and interstate transportation of stolen property.
Workplace harassment endures, evolves with help of technology
Despite decades of on-the-job training for workers and numerous high-profile lawsuits, harassment by managers and co-workers persists—although the number of sexual harassment claims has declined in recent years.
IU Health anesthesiologist sues to get job back, claims gender discrimination
Dr. Sandra Kinsella, a top anesthesiologist in Indiana University Health’s organ transplant program, claims she was let go in retaliation for her complaints.
Emails show state staffers rooting against Monarch’s liquor battle
Monarch Beverage Co.’s attempts to enter the liquor business over the past decade were frequently met with displeasure from staffers in the Indiana Governor’s Office and at the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission, according to private emails brought to light by a recent court case.
Monarch affiliate gets big win in effort to sell liquor
The court decision found the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission was “arbitrary and capricious” in its 2014 decision to deny the wholesale liquor permit application of Spirited Sales, an affiliate of Monarch Beverage Co. It also takes the Pence and Daniels gubernatorial administrations to task for intervening in the case.
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Lilly, partner lose court fight over testosterone treatment
Eli Lilly and Co. and its partner cannot stop competitors from selling generic versions of testosterone treatment Axiron, a federal judge in Indianapolis has ruled.
Judge rules in favor of scorned e-liquid manufacturer in vaping case
The state has not determined whether it will appeal the ruling to grant a preliminary injunction in the case. The ruling only affects one company.
Angie’s List agrees to settle class-action suit for $1.4 million
The case stems in part from a March 2015 complaint alleging contractor advertising payments influenced ratings on Angie’s List’s website. If approved, most of the settlement money would go to attorneys.
Carmel doctor found not guilty of charges from 2014 raid
Judge Steve Nation found that Dr. Larry Ley had met all of the standards for prescribing medicine for drug addiction after a bench trial in Hamilton County Superior Court.
Lawsuit filed by fans who missed Hall of Fame game
The class-action lawsuit was filed Thursday in federal court in northern Ohio on behalf of all the ticket holders who lost out when the Aug. 7 game between the Indianapolis Colts and Green Bay Packers was canceled due to unsafe field conditions.
Former utility CEO charged with embezzling $500K for jewelry, iPads, pizza
Donnis Mizelle, former CEO of Avon-based Hendricks Power Cooperative, defrauded the company to buy jewelry, electronics, sports tickets, and even meals for his own entertainment, according to federal officials.
Police investigate report of cattle rustling in Franklin
The owner of the barn told police he had recently bought the 20 calves from a sale in Kentucky and was planning to auction them. They were worth about $21,000.
Sides in Russell estate case seeking settlement
The children of late Celadon Group Inc. co-founder Steve Russell and his second wife have been waging a court battle over his $31 million estate.
Cialis users sue Lilly, claiming drug has ties to skin cancer
Seven men who took Cialis pills to treat erectile dysfunction sued Indianapolis drugmaker Eli Lilly and Co. this week, claiming they later suffered from skin cancer that was related to the medicine.
Beech Grove settles free-speech lawsuit over Facebook use
An Indianapolis suburb has settled a lawsuit accusing it of violating free-speech rights when it removed two women's critical comments on its Facebook page.