Wage Theft
What Counts As Wage Theft? Wage Theft Takes Many Forms Some examples of wage theft include: Failing to pay overtime for hours worked beyond 40 in a week. Forcing employees to work “off the clock.” Misclassifying employees as independent contractors to avoid overtime...
Indiana Non-Competes
Are Indiana Non-Competes Still Enforceable in 2025?Non-compete agreements have long been a point of tension between employers wanting to protect their business and employees wanting the freedom to advance their careers. In 2025, the landscape is shifting quickly. With...
AI in Hiring
What Indiana Employers and Employees Should Know About AI in 2025Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed how employers recruit and hire. In 2025, many Indiana companies now use AI-driven tools to screen résumés, conduct automated interviews, and even assess...
Indiana’s New Property Tax Landscape
Major Shifts Coming: Navigating the Shift of Indiana's New Property Tax Landscape Indiana homeowners and real estate investors are preparing for significant changes as new property tax laws take effect in 2026. The Indiana Legislature passed comprehensive reforms...
Is Indiana’s New Faculty Tenure Law a Threat to Academic Freedom?
In 2024, Indiana lawmakers passed a controversial piece of legislation—Senate Enrolled Act 202 (SEA 202)—that directly affects the tenure process and ongoing employment of faculty at public colleges and universities. As an attorney who regularly represents employees...
Immediate Press Release — April 18, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – APRIL 18, 2025 RE: Case 1:23-cv-01892-MPB-MKK TUTTLE v. EDISON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, et al Indianapolis, IN - We are pleased to announce that a judgment has been entered against Edison School of the Arts, resolving all claims brought on behalf of...
Understanding Dog Bite Injuries and Legal Action in Indiana
Dog bites can result in serious injuries that have lasting physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Certain dog breeds are statistically more likely to be involved in severe biting incidents. For victims of dog bites, understanding their rights and seeking...
Unpacking Wrongful Termination: Navigating Indiana’s Employment Landscape
Losing a job is tough, but what if it happens unfairly? In Indiana, like many places, employment law is complex, and understanding your rights is essential. Let’s take a deep dive into what constitutes wrongful termination in the Hoosier State. The At-Will Conundrum...
Construction Injury – Can I Sue My Employer?
Construction sites present active and dangerous areas. Attorney Jim Browne and Goodin Abernathy LLP help injured construction workers prosecute their Indiana injury claims. These cases are typically known as Indiana Workers Compensation claims. Our experienced...
Indiana Collection Claims And Hispanic Small Businesses
The Goodin Abernathy LLP law firm and attorney Jim Browne supports small Hispanic businesses like painters, cleaners, construction and landscaping providers. Attorney Jim Browne often sees payment and collection problems where our clients are owed a lot of money...