The House Courts and Criminal Code Committee heard HB 1110 authored by Rep. Bartels regarding small claims court procedures. The bill provides that on the small claims docket, if the claim does not exceed $8,000: (1) all corporate entities, limited liability companies, and limited liability partnerships may appear by a designated full-time employee of the corporate entity; and (2) all trusts may appear by a trustee; in the presentation or defense of a claim arising out of the business.
Justin Forkner, Chief Administrative Officer for the Indiana Supreme Court, and the Indiana State Bar Association testified in opposition. The Indiana Apartment Association testified in support of the bill. The bill passed 9-2.
Read the bill at: http://iga.in.gov/legislative/2021/bills/house/1110