by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 24, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
If you’ve been arrested after standing up for yourself or someone else, you may be wondering what happened. After all, Indiana is clear on where it stands: “[I]t is the policy of this state” to preserve a citizen’s right to protect themselves, their home, and others...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 22, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
If you’ve been arrested for drunk driving in Indiana, pleading guilty right away may feel like the easiest solution—but it can cause lasting damage to your future. In Indiana, the official charge is called Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI), and the legal...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 19, 2025 | Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
Slip and falls can happen almost anywhere—grocery stores, sidewalks, parking lots, or apartment buildings—and are often caused by hazards like wet floors, uneven pavement, poor lighting, or ice. In Indiana, these cases fall under premises liability law, which holds...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 17, 2025 | Defenses to Criminal Charges, Expungement
Getting an expungement can make a big difference in your life. It doesn’t erase what happened, but in most cases it clears your public record. That means better job prospects, more housing options, and fewer awkward conversations about your past. If you’re...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 15, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Being charged with a DUI (or OVWI in Indiana) can be overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure about jail time, license suspension, or the court process ahead. In Indiana, DUI, OWI, OVWI, and DWI all refer to the same offense: operating a vehicle while intoxicated....
