The Indiana Supreme Court Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure expressed its great appreciation to Mary Nold Larimore whose term on the Committee ended after nearly ten years of service. Larimore, an Indianapolis attorney and partner with the firm of Ice Miller, was appointed to the Committee in January 1999. Chief Justice Shepard is grateful for her service and said, “Mary has dedicated many long hours to t … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Committee Thanks Attorney Member for a Job Well Done and Welcomes New Member
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Online Help for Domestic Violence Victims
New Public Access Module for Protection Order Registry When a person is a victim of domestic violence, time is not a friend. The typical routine for a victim has been: drive to the courthouse; park; find the Clerk’s office; wait in line; explain the troubled situation; and then discuss in a less than private setting the victim’s personal safety needs. Hopefully, the victim will find someone with a sympathetic ear who … [Read more...] about Online Help for Domestic Violence Victims
The First Amendment and At-Will Employment
The election of 2008 is over and what an enthralling and exciting year this was for our nation. Many worked for, or volunteered for, their candidate of choice. Some, like me, may have yearned to contribute and work for the success of their favorite candidate, but could not because of their employment. I didn’t contribute one dime, go to any campaign events, or display any signs (except for one poster on my ref … [Read more...] about The First Amendment and At-Will Employment
Court Technology and Mos Maiorum: "We have always done it that way."
How many times do you walk away scratching your head when you hear this explanation given for the use of a questionable procedure? Well, you may not know it, but there is an historical reference. The Roman doctrine of mos maiorum means adhering to the legacy of usages and systems and organization inherited from the past. As we move forward with court technology this is one judge’s perspective on these rapidly app … [Read more...] about Court Technology and Mos Maiorum: "We have always done it that way."
Bits & Bytes Enters the Blogosphere
Just as technology in general advances at lightning speed—with some new device, software, mobile or web application entering the market every month—court technology in Indiana reaches new milestones on a weekly basis. For example, since the last issue of the Court Times was published: The Odyssey CMS went live in Tipton Circuit Court and Center Township Small Claims Court (Marion County) 28 law enforcement depa … [Read more...] about Bits & Bytes Enters the Blogosphere