A Few Things on the Minds of Lawyers Everywhere
In recent years, following return to work from the COVID-19 pandemic, we have begun to be able to return to in-person bar association meetings and seminars. In 2022, the singular issue on the minds of lawyers was the issue of return-to-work and how law firms would adjust to the demands for remote work. Law firm […]
Lewis Wagner Welcomes Five New Attorneys
Lewis Wagner is thrilled to welcome five new attorneys to our team. These additions underscore the firm’s ongoing commitment to assembling robust, multifaceted teams that give a voice to the next generation of legal minds. Each new attorney brings a fresh, innovative perspective, helping us grow comprehensive teams capable of meeting clients’ evolving needs. Ben […]
Legislation Update: Two New Indiana Statutes Will Impact Tort and Insurance Cases
During the 2023 legislative session, the state of Indiana passed two statutes of great interest to those who practice in the tort and insurance arena. Both took effect July 31, 2023. We bring them to your attention and encourage you to read the statutes. If any of us at Lewis Wagner may answer any […]
25 Lewis Wagner Attorneys Selected as Best Lawyers in America for Exceptional Leadership and Professional Excellence
For the past 20 years, Lewis Wagner attorneys have been recognized among the Best Lawyers in America—chosen through peer selection for leadership within their respective practice areas. This year is no exception, and we are thrilled to celebrate 25 of our colleagues who have received honors in this year’s edition. The Best Lawyers designation is […]
John C. Trimble Honored Among Indiana’s Most Influential Business Leaders for a Second Time
Lewis Wagner is thrilled to announce that partner John C. Trimble has been named among Indiana’s most influential business leaders for the second time in the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 list. This list provides a close-up look at individuals across multiple industries, including the legal field, who are making an undeniable impact on their […]
Lewis Wagner Transportation Group Partners Lynsey David and Robert Foos, Jr. Selected as Recipients of The Indiana Lawyer’s 2023 Leadership in Law Awards
Lewis Wagner is proud to announce that Lynsey David and Robert Foos, Jr., both partners in the firm’s transportation practice group, have been selected by The Indiana Lawyer as 2023 Leadership in Law award recipients. Lynsey has been chosen as an Up and Coming Lawyer and Rob has received the Distinguished Barrister award—both honors are […]
Seventh Circuit Issues Another Opinion Holding That Property Insurance Does Not Cover Loss of Income From COVID-19 Lockdown Orders
Stant USA Corp. v. Factory Mut. Ins. Co. 2023 WL 2326096 (7th Cir. 2023) In a continuing string of appellate decisions, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court’s decision holding that an insured company’s loss of business income due to suspension of operations during the COVID pandemic was not a covered loss […]
Seventh Circuit Enforces Policy’s Requirement That Insured Notify Insurer of Impairment to Sprinkler System to Retain Coverage for Fire Loss
Frankenmuth Mut. Ins. Co. v. Fun F/X II, Inc. 2023 WL 2256750 (7th Cir. 2023) The insured owned a costume and theatrical supply company, which stored its inventory in a warehouse. At the time of purchase, the warehouse had a functional sprinkler system with a working water supply. The insured hired an outside contractor to […]
Lewis Wagner Expands Probate Litigation Practice Group Depth
Lewis Wagner is thrilled to announce that Hewitt Law & Mediation has merged into the firm and its growing probate and commercial litigation practices. Brian Hewitt, along with attorneys Michele Lorbieski, Christopher Mueller, and Collin Mockbee, will join Lewis Wagner, bringing a combined 68 years of experience in estate planning, probate litigation, and commercial law. […]
22 Lewis Wagner Attorneys Named Among Indiana’s 2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Lewis Wagner is proud to have 22 attorneys included in the 2023 Indiana Super Lawyers® and Rising Stars lists. The annual Super Lawyers are among Indiana’s top 5% of legal minds based on a detailed, multiphase selection process that includes peer recognition and consideration of professional achievement. The attorneys named in the annual Rising Stars […]
