Iowa Supreme Court to Hear Case in Harlan This September

On September 24, Harlan will host the Iowa Supreme Court, where a whistleblower case with a $1 million verdict is set to unfold. Join the public for the oral arguments and meet the justices afterward—don’t miss this landmark event in our community!

Iowa Supreme Court to Hear Case in Harlan This September

The Iowa Supreme Court will hold oral arguments in Harlan on Tuesday, September 24, 2023, starting at 7 p.m. The proceedings will take place at the Harlan High School auditorium, located at 2102 Durant Street. This event is open to the public.

The case being heard is Todd P. Halbur v. Stephen Larson, concerning a whistleblower claim involving the former comptroller of the Alcoholic Beverages Division. The case revolves around a jury's $1 million verdict against the division's administrator, who is appealing on the grounds that the comptroller's complaints were not proper disclosures under Iowa law.

Following the oral arguments, there will be a public reception with the Iowa Supreme Court justices, hosted by the Shelby County Bar Association.

Residents are encouraged to attend this significant legal event and can find more details, including attorney briefs, on the Iowa Judicial Branch website.

For further information and resources, be sure to check out the original article: Iowa Supreme Court to hear oral arguments in Harlan.