Riley Bennett Egloff LLP

09/17/2026

ICYMI: RBE attorney Jaclyn Flint weighed in on IP and copyright law implications as part of a recent article in the Indianapolis Business Journal regarding public venues and the new DAZN streaming deal with the Indiana Pacers. A number of venues have shared their concerns that they do not yet have a licensing agreement for the DAZN games.

The Pacers’ new partner — sports-streaming service DAZN (which the company pronounces as “Da Zone”) — is still working out the details for commercial distribution.

08/26/2026

The makes a difference in so many young peoples lives — it focuses on celebrating students seeking to explore their talents in the visual and performing arts.

It is an honor to again this year serve as a sponsor and play in their annual golf outing. This year's foursome included: Gary Hart, Kathleen Hart, Mark Short, and Donald S. Smith

07/28/2026

Our firm is passionate about community engagement. Recently, Justin Sorrell, Katie Osborne, JT Wynne, and Don Smith participated in the annual Indiana Members Credit Union & Indiana Members Foundation golf outing. Held at The Hawthorns, 128 golfers on 32 teams and raised nearly $74,000 resulting in more than $40,000 in direct funding for programs and organizations that improve lives across Indiana through human services, health, and education.

07/23/2026

On July 20, 2026, the Court granted final approval of a $1.5 billion class action settlement resolving claims arising from Anthropic’s downloading and retention of pirated books from online repositories. The settlement has been described as the largest copyright class action recovery in U.S. history.

Read more in this overview by RBE attorney Justin Sorrell

The Court decided that Anthropic’s use of copyrighted books to train its LLMs constituted “fair use” under Section 107 of the Copyright Act, but concluded that Anthropic’s acquisition and retention of pirated copies of books presented separate copyright concerns.

07/21/2026

Riley Bennett Egloff LLP (RBE) is pleased to announce that eight of the Firm’s attorneys have been selected for recognition in the Legal 500 Elite Indianapolis edition. Additionally, RBE has been named a Tier 1 firm to Indianapolis City Elite for the firm’s work in Commercial Disputes.

Congratulations to: Jaclyn Flint, Eric M. Hylton, Anthony R. Jost, Ryan L. Leitch, Katie Riles, Raymond T. Seach, Justin Sorrell, Kevin Tharp on being selected this year.

Read more about the attorneys selected, https://rbelaw.com/rbe-earns-top-tier-rankings-in-legal-500-elite-indianapolis-2026/

06/04/2026

RBE Earns Rankings in Chambers USA 2026 Guide

Riley Bennett Egloff LLP (RBE) is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized by Chambers and Partners in its Chambers USA 2026 Guide.

Chambers USA is an annual guide that ranks the top two percent of U.S.-based law firms in an extensive range of practice areas based on research that includes thousands of in-depth interviews with clients and peers.

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Riley Bennett Egloff LLP (RBE) is pleased to announce that the firm has been recognized by Chambers and Partners in its Chambers USA 2026 Guide.

05/28/2026

RBE attorney Lindsay Llewellyn understands that receiving a Notice of Deposition can feel intimidating, particularly if you have never been through the process before. Being questioned under oath in a formal setting, often by an unfamiliar attorney, is not something most people encounter in their day-to-day lives. But while the setting may feel uncomfortable at first, a deposition is not something to fear. With the right preparation and a clear understanding of your role, it is a process you can navigate with confidence.

Read her tips on how to prepare to be deposed as a witness

At its core, a deposition is a formal question-and-answer session conducted under oath. Being well prepared and knowing what to expect are key!

05/10/2026

Congratulations to RBE attorney Kathleen Hart who was recently recognized during the Assistance League of Indianapolis' annual "Mission Possible" spring fundraiser for her ongoing support.

On April 18th at the Mission Possible Spring Fundraiser, we had the honor of presenting TWO Star Awards in recognition of "major donors who provide sustained support over time and/or makes a donation of a significant amount".

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2026 STAR AWARD RECIPIENTS

Frank Short and Kathleen Hart

Frank Short is the Washington Township Trustee. The Trustees role is to provide services to those in need in the township, for food, clothing and housing. Assistance League is a partner for the Trustees office as we provide clothing through Operation School Bell and its various divisions, to school children who need our services. In order to support Assistance League in our mission, the Trustees office, under the guidance of Mr. Short, has awarded ALI significant financial grants. We are very grateful for the support provided by Mr. Short and the Washington Township Trustees office.

Kathleen Hart has been Assistance League’s legal advisor for 19 years. As our advisor she reviews: our governance bylaws and policies, the National Affiliation agreement, countless contracts from our programs with the school districts we serve, to fundraising events and everything in between. She has helped us navigate a tremendous number of legal topics through these 19 years. We were proud to honor her as our supporter, advisor and dear friend.

Assistance League was proud to honor Frank Short and Kathleen Hart as our 2026 Star Award Recipients.

04/29/2026

RBE attorney Katie Osborne recently published an article on the importance of keeping the Indiana Medical Malpractice Act (MMA) top of mind when incorporating arbitration clauses into admission agreements for long-term care facilities.
Read the full article here: https://rbelaw.com/arbitration-clauses-and-ltc-admission-agreements/

04/17/2026

🏗️ Attention Contractors: Are you up to speed with the newest changes in the industry? This article by Riley Bennett Egloff LLP featured in the Better Business Bureau Serving Central Indiana "Torch Magazine" gives contractors valuable insights into evolving regulations, proven best practices, and the latest market movements—everything you need to safeguard your business and stay one step ahead of the competition.

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