Indiana

Increasing Homelessness Crisis in Indiana: Tenants Helplessly Face Retaliation from Landlords

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Columbus, Indiana – The state of Indiana is grappling with a severe shortage of affordable housing, causing low-income families to struggle to find suitable accommodation. In Bartholomew County, in particular, the situation has become increasingly dire due to the shortage of affordable housing options and the prevalence of corporate landlords. One of the major concerns facing tenants is the fear of retaliation by landlords. While this form of behavior should be illegal, landlords often find ways to circumvent the law in local courts. For instance, if a tenant files a maintenance request, some landlords resort … Read more

Indiana University Kokomo Brings Engaging Expert Presentations to Community in Third Year of Six Mondays Program

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KOKOMO, Ind. – Community members in Kokomo will have the opportunity to engage in informative discussions on a variety of topics, including artificial intelligence, concealed carry laws, and social media use among teenagers. The Six Mondays program, organized by Indiana University Kokomo, the First Friends of Kokomo church, and Howard County Community Supervision, is set to return for its third year. The program aims to bring together experts to share their knowledge and insights with the community. The first presentation of the series, titled “The Use of Multiple Social Media Accounts by Teenagers: How Friend … Read more

Indiana Jury Awards $11 Million in Landmark Medical Malpractice Case: Failure to Diagnose Led to Leg Amputation

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Elkhart, Indiana – A Michigan man and his wife have been awarded over $11 million by an Indiana jury after accusing a doctor of failing to diagnose a painful limb issue that ultimately led to the amputation of the man’s leg. The couple filed a civil suit against Dr. James Shoemaker Jr., alleging that he failed to identify critical limb ischemia in Mychajlo Hajdaj’s right leg in January 2015. Critical limb ischemia refers to a blockage of the arteries in the lower extremities. Denying the allegations, Dr. Shoemaker, Elkhart General Hospital, and Elkhart Emergency Physicians … Read more

Indiana Trial Judge Murielle Bright Finds Balance Between Advocacy and Neutrality in the Courtroom

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SEYMOUR, Indiana – Jennings Circuit Judge Murielle Bright has always had a passion for law, growing up in a household with her attorney father. She pursued her interest by joining the pre-law society at Butler University and earning her J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2010. Interestingly, her father had also served on the same bench as Judge Jon W. Webster before becoming a senior judge. Initially, Judge Bright did not envision herself becoming a judge, as she enjoyed being an advocate and engaging in arguments. However, over time, she … Read more