by G. Michael Schopmeyer, Patrick C. Thomas, and Andrew D. Wurdeman The Indiana Supreme Court reversed the Court of Appeals in an opinion issued on February 11, 2025. In the opinion, Calvary Temple Church of Evansville, Inc., v. Kirsch, the Court held that the “premises liability exemption,” as statutorily enacted in a 2005, was expansive...Read More
by Kent “KAB” Brasseale, II and Heather Lobermann What Did the Government File? The federal government made several court filings last week in the two pending cases where nationwide injunctions were in place temporarily suspending CTA reporting. Unlike what many anticipated, these filings appear to indicate the federal government plans to pursue reinstatement of the...Read More
On February 6th, KDDK partners Mark Samila and Carrie Roelle were honored at the Boys & Girls Club of Evansville Annual Meeting for their service to the organization. Samila was honored with the Man/Woman & Youth Award, and Roelle was honored with the Extraordinary Service Award. Mark is a 23-year veteran of the Boys &...Read More
By Kent “KAB” Brasseale, II and Heather M. Lobermann Where Are We Now? On January 23, 2025, the United States Supreme Court granted the Department of the Treasury’s application for a stay of the nationwide injunction previously granted by a Texas federal judge in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. v. McHenry (which temporarily blocked enforcement...Read More
On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, the American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Kahn, Dees, Donovan & Kahn Conference Center, 501 Main Street in downtown Evansville. The public is invited to schedule an appointment for the drive online at RedCrossBlood.org (use sponsor code KDDK to make...Read More
Our offices will be closed on Monday, January 6th, due to the severe weather conditions. Evansville and Vanderburgh County are under a state of emergency as of Sunday afternoon/evening, and more precipitation is on the way. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, January 7th for our normal business hours.Read More
As 2024 draws to a close, we celebrate the dedication demonstrated by our team and the many opportunities to serve our valued clients. Your trust and collaboration have been central to our shared success. May this holiday season bring you rest, joy, and renewed energy for the opportunities that lie ahead. Please note that our...Read More
by G. Michael Schopmeyer and Carter R. Gallagher In 2005, the Indiana General Assembly granted nonprofit religious organizations special statutory tort claim protection for injuries sustained on their premises. On December 12, 2024, the Indiana Supreme Court heard arguments in Calvary Temple Church of Evansville, Inc., v. Kirsch, and will decide just how far those...Read More
Congratulations to KDDK Partner Shannon Frank as the recipient of the 2024 Leaders and Legends Award from the Southwestern Indiana Builders Association (SIBA). This is the highest housing award bestowed by the Association and is given to an individual to honor outstanding leadership and achievements that benefit the housing industry in Southwestern Indiana. Shannon has worked with...Read More
by Kent A. Brasseale, II and Heather M. Lobermann On December 3, 2024, in Texas Top Cop Shop v. Garland et al, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas granted a nationwide preliminary injunction against enforcement under the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) and stayed the requirements to report. For more information...Read More