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What to Expect After Hiring an Indiana Personal Injury Lawyer

What to Expect After Hiring an Indiana Personal Injury Lawyer

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 31, 2026 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall

FAQ: Indiana Personal Injury Cases How long does a personal injury case take in Indiana? It depends on the injury, the treatment, the insurance company, and whether a lawsuit becomes necessary. A case should not be settled until the full extent of the injury is clear....
Can You Legally Record the Police? 

Can You Legally Record the Police? 

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 30, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, General

Can You Record the Police? Yes, But Your Words Matter. If you’ve ever witnessed a police stop or arrest, you’ve probably wondered whether you can pull out your phone and start recording. The short answer is yes. In general, recording police officers...
Can a Plea Agreement Be Changed in Indiana? Understanding Set-Term vs. Open Pleas

Can a Plea Agreement Be Changed in Indiana? Understanding Set-Term vs. Open Pleas

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 29, 2026 | Appeals, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges

Can You Change a Plea Agreement After You’ve Been Sentenced? One of the most common questions we hear from people on probation or home detention is simple: “I’m doing everything right. Can I change my plea agreement and get off probation or home...
Should You Talk to Police in Indiana? What to Say Instead

Should You Talk to Police in Indiana? What to Say Instead

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 28, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, General

Should You Talk to Police in Indiana? Usually, no. If police suspect you of a crime, ask whether you may leave. Do not consent to searches. Clearly invoke your rights to silence and counsel. Then stop talking. Miranda warnings generally apply only during custodial...
How to Select a DUI Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

How to Select a DUI Attorney in Indianapolis, Indiana

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 27, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing an Indianapolis DUI Lawyer 1. What should I look for when hiring an Indianapolis DUI lawyer? Look for an attorney who regularly handles Indiana DUI and OVWI cases, reviews the evidence for possible defenses, explains potential...
How Long Will Your Indiana Personal Injury Case Take?

How Long Will Your Indiana Personal Injury Case Take?

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 24, 2026 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall

FAQs About Indiana Personal Injury Cases How long does a personal injury case take in Indiana? Most straightforward Indiana personal injury cases take between 6 and 12 months. Complex cases, serious injuries, disputed fault, or lawsuits can make the process take...
7 Police Tricks That Get Innocent People Talking

7 Police Tricks That Get Innocent People Talking

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 24, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, Search and Seizure

You are driving home with a friend and everything feels routine. Maybe you were going a little fast. Maybe you rolled a stop sign. You see the lights, pull over, and assume this will be nothing more than a warning or a quick citation. Then officers separate you and...
Protective Order in Indiana? What to Know About Red Flag Laws and Your Firearm Rights

Protective Order in Indiana? What to Know About Red Flag Laws and Your Firearm Rights

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 22, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Handgun, Protection Order

What Is a Red Flag Law or Extreme Risk Protective Order in Indiana? A Red Flag Law allows the temporary removal of firearms when a court finds that a person is dangerous to themselves or someone else. Indiana’s version is called the Jake Laird Law, and it is found in...
Can Police Enter Your Indiana Home Without a Warrant in 2026?

Can Police Enter Your Indiana Home Without a Warrant in 2026?

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 21, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, Law Update, Search and Seizure

Yes. Police may enter an Indiana home without a warrant when they have an objectively reasonable basis to believe someone inside is seriously injured or faces imminent injury. The Supreme Court confirmed in 2026 that emergency-aid entry does not require probable...
Does a First DUI or OVWI in Indianapolis Mean Jail Time?

Does a First DUI or OVWI in Indianapolis Mean Jail Time?

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jul 20, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, OVWI, SDP

Frequently Asked Questions About a First OVWI / DUI in Indianapolis Will I Go to Jail for My First OVWI / DUI in Indianapolis? Most first-time OVWI / DUI offenders in Marion County are not sentenced to jail, especially when no one was injured and there are no unusual...
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