by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 27, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, General, OVWI
FAQ: First OWI, DUI, and OVWI Charges in Indiana Will I go to jail for my first OWI in Indiana? Maybe, but often not. In many first-time misdemeanor OVWI cases, especially where there was no crash, no injury, and no major aggravating factor, jail is not the most...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 24, 2026 | Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
FAQ: Slip and fall claims in Indiana What should I do first after a slip and fall in Indiana? Get medical care, report the fall, take photos if you can, get witness information, and avoid making detailed blame-related statements before you get legal advice. Can I...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 22, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General
A night out in Indianapolis can turn into a morning behind bars faster than anyone expects. If you’ve just been arrested in Marion County and released, the next 30 days are critical. What you do, or don’t do, during this period can shape everything about your criminal...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 20, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Common Questions People Ask After an Indiana OWI Arrest Is an OWI in Indiana the same as a DUI? In Indiana, yes. Indiana uses the term OWI or OVWI, but many people search for DUI because it is more familiar. OWI is also used in some contexts. If you were arrested for...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 17, 2026 | Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Cases in Indiana Do I need to prove negligence in a slip and fall case in Indiana? Yes. You generally need to prove that the property owner or business was negligent. That usually means showing there was a dangerous...