by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 21, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
If you’ve been charged with DUI in Indiana, it’s likely under the state’s specific term—OVWI (Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated). Unlike the more familiar acronyms DUI or OWI, Indiana’s definition emphasizes “operating” rather than “driving,” meaning you can be...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 18, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
After a car crash in Indiana, many people are overwhelmed by injuries, medical bills, and the pressure of dealing with insurance companies eager to settle quickly—and cheaply. These companies use tactics like questioning fault, denying injury connections, limiting...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 17, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Resisting Law Enforcement
Let’s talk about a crime that gets filed all the time—one that’s easy for the State to charge, tough to fight in court, and carries long-term consequences that most people don’t even think about. We’re talking about resisting law enforcement, sometimes called...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 14, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
DUI checkpoints are legal in Indiana, but only if law enforcement strictly follows a set of constitutional guidelines established by the courts. These checkpoints must adhere to six core requirements: a neutral, pre-approved operational plan; a legitimate focus on...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 11, 2025 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
Social media is an everyday part of life, but after a car crash in Indiana, it can become a serious liability in your personal injury case. Insurance companies actively monitor platforms for content that can cast doubt on your claims. Even seemingly harmless photos,...
