TikTok sues U.S. to block law that could ban the social media platform
The popular social video company alleges the law, which President Joe Biden signed as part of a larger $95 billion foreign aid package, is “obviously unconstitutional.”
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Indiana Supreme Court hands down suspension, probation for Indianapolis attorney
The attorney was disciplined for his refusal to refund fees to a client after not filing a sentence modification petition.
Paying college athletes appears closer than ever. How could it work and what stands in the way?
A settlement being discussed in an antitrust lawsuit against the Indianapolis-based NCAA and major college conferences could cost billions and pave the way for a compensation model for college athletes.
Redfin agrees to pay $9.25M to settle real estate commission suits
Redfin is the latest big brokerage to agree to settlement terms. All told, the industry has now agreed to pay more than $950 million to make the lawsuits go away.
As U.S. moves to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous, could more states legalize it?
Advocates for marijuana legalization hope a federal regulatory shift could eventually change the minds—and votes—of some state policymakers who have been reluctant to embrace weed.
National accounting firm accused of fraud affecting more than 1,500 SEC filings
One of the nation’s most prolific auditors, BF Borgers faces permanent suspension from practicing as accountants before the SEC and a total of $14 million in fines.
Indiana Attorney General Rokita weighs in on pronouns in the workplace
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita issued a ruling Wednesday, saying that “neither state nor federal law requires a coworker to use the preferred pronouns and names of fellow employees.”
What marijuana reclassification means for United States
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug. Here’s a look at the possible implications.
Eight major newspapers join legal backlash against OpenAI, Microsoft
The lawsuit alleges that OpenAI and Microsoft used copyrighted newspaper articles to train their algorithms without compensating content owners.
U.S. drug control agency moving to reclassify marijuana in historic shift, sources say
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will move to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, a historic shift to generations of American drug policy that could have wide ripple effects across the country.
Conservative states challenge federal rule on treatment of transgender students
The attorney general’s office in Indiana said the state was joining a lawsuit to be filed in Tennessee on Tuesday.
Medical practice sued after being hit by cyberattack affecting 316,000
Several victims have filed lawsuits against Otolaryngology Associates, saying the practice waited about six weeks to inform victims of the data breach.
Martinsville City Council member arrested, faces 22 felony counts
James Wisco was arrested Thursday morning on charges including theft, counterfeiting, and corrupt business practice.
Special judge in Delphi case denies more broadcast camera requests for trial
The special judge in Richard Allen’s murder trial next month has denied three more news organizations from accessing the proceedings with broadcast cameras.
Groups sue to block FTC’s new rule barring noncompete agreements
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other business groups on Wednesday sued the Federal Trade Commission over a new rule that would make most noncompete agreements illegal, setting up a potential showdown over the scope of the agency’s authority.
Supreme Court appears skeptical that state abortion bans conflict with federal health care law
The case marks the first time the Supreme Court has considered the implications of a state ban since the nationwide right to abortion was overturned.
Everything TikTok users need to know about possible ban
The U.S. government is as close as it has ever been to kicking out an app used by an estimated 170 million Americans. Here’s what’s expected next.
Indiana Supreme Court denies Rust rehearing on Senate candidacy
Previously, John Rust vowed to appeal all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. but ballots are already printed and early voting is currently underway for the May primary.
Judge in Delphi double-murder case denies another request to allow courtroom cameras
Thursday’s decision marks the fourth time a television station has been denied camera access for the high-profile trial.
Patron sues Indianapolis Motor Speedway over alleged Snake Pit injuries
The plaintiff seeks compensation from IMS to cover medical expenses, lost wages and other special expenses as well as future medical expenses and court costs.