by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 5, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A first-time OVWI or DUI charge in Boone County can be far more serious than many people expect. Indiana law allows drivers to be charged not only for alcohol but also for impairment caused by illegal drugs, prescription medications, or a combination of substances....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 2, 2026 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
After a car crash in Indianapolis, the first 48 hours are critical and many people do not realize how much early decisions can affect their injury claim. In the confusion after a crash, it is common to focus on getting back to normal life and hope the pain goes away....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 31, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment
The Four Things You Should Always Say If You’re Stopped by Police Getting stopped by the police can be nerve-wracking, even if you think you’ve done nothing wrong. Knowing what to say, and what not to say, can make all the difference. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 29, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Not all DUI cases in Boone County are misdemeanors, and assuming they are can have serious consequences. In Indiana, DUI, formally called Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI), may start as a misdemeanor, but certain factors can elevate the charge to a felony....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 26, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
If you were hurt in a car wreck in Indiana, strict legal deadlines apply that can end your claim if you wait too long. Most personal injury cases must be filed in court within two years, and that time usually starts running on the date of the crash. Ongoing medical...
