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Changes in modern technology impacting law is not a new concept. Throughout history, technological innovations have disrupted societal norms, necessitating adaptations in legal frameworks. From the industrial revolution to the digital age, courts and legislatures have been forced to grapple with novel questions of ethical and social repercussions of innovative technology integration. Yet, generative artificial…

Under Indiana law, all drivers are required to maintain auto insurance and carry proof of that insurance while operating a vehicle. The state mandates minimum liability coverage of 25/50/25, which means: Failing to maintain this insurance, or failing to provide proof of insurance when requested by law enforcement or the BMV, can lead to the…

SOUTH BEND / MISHAWAKA, IN – May Oberfell Lorber, LLP welcomes new associate attorney Brittney K. Tarkanyi. Tarkanyi earned her J.D. from Belmont University College of Law 2024. She received her undergraduate degree in 2021 from Saint Mary’s College. While in law school at Belmont University College of Law, Brittney served as one of the…

Many individuals and small business owners will download a free contract from the internet when entering a transaction with another party. They do so in a misguided effort to save money by not hiring an attorney. Yet, just as you should not use the internet to self-diagnose a medical condition, you also should not use…

Litigants and laypersons alike in Indiana have heard of the attorney-client privilege, but what is it? The attorney-client privilege is the legal privilege that exists between attorneys and clients to protect certain information. Specifically, the attorney-client privilege protects confidential communications made between attorney and client, during the course of the attorney’s representation of client. Attorney-client…

SOUTH BEND / MISHAWAKA, IN – May Oberfell Lorber, LLP is happy to announce Matthew J Anderson and Katherine E Iskin have been promoted to partner, effective January 2025. Matthew Anderson earned his J.D. from Santa Clara University of Law in 2003, and received his undergraduate degree in 2000 from The University of Notre Dame.…

SOUTH BEND / MISHAWAKA, IN – May Oberfell Lorber, LLP is happy to announce partner promotions and new attorney hires over the past year. Laura Faulstich earned her J.D. from The John Marshall Law School in 2015, and received her undergraduate degree in 2011 from Indiana University. Prior to joining May Oberfell Lorber, Laura worked…

The path to recovery from substance addiction and other mental health conditions requires overcoming many obstacles. One challenge is paying for assessments, diagnosis, testing, and recovery. But JLAP may be able to help through its Treatment Fund. The fund has been around for several years, but recently, the Indiana Supreme Court has clarified that certain…

Most meetings of the governing bodies of public agencies such as city councils, townships, counties, school boards or similar types of meetings must be open at all times so members of the public can observe and/or record the meetings. There are a few exceptions to this general rule: 1. “Executive Session” – may be closed…

SOUTH BEND / MISHAWAKA, IN – May Oberfell Lorber is pleased to announce the promotion of Katlyn Foust Hunneshagen. Katie joined May Oberfell Lorber in 2014 as a summer associate. While in law school Katie clerked for both state and senior federal court judges, served as an Associate Editor of the Valparaiso Law Review, and…