by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 29, 2026 | Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, General
When a police officer starts asking questions, most people want to explain. They want to be helpful. They want to prove they have nothing to hide. That instinct can be dangerous. Police questioning is not a casual conversation. It is part of a criminal investigation,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 29, 2026 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
FAQs About Indiana Personal Injury Settlements Should I accept the first settlement offer after an Indiana accident? Usually, you should be cautious before accepting the first offer. Early offers may come before you know the full extent of your injuries, future...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 27, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General
No one facing a criminal case wants more bad news. Unfortunately, one of the worst things that can happen while you have a pending case or you’re on probation is getting arrested again. That new arrest can create a problem called a seven-day hold. A seven-day hold can...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 25, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
FAQ: Second OVWI, DUI, and Repeat Drunk Driving Charges in Indiana Is DUI the same thing as OVWI in Indiana? In everyday conversation, yes. People say DUI, OWI, drunk driving, and OVWI to describe the same general category of offense. In Indiana, the formal charge is...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 22, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Search and Seizure
What to Know About Police Searches, Warrants, and Your Criminal Defense When the police search your car, your home, your phone, or your backpack, the evidence they find can change the entire direction of a criminal case. That is why search and seizure law matters. The...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 22, 2026 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
FAQ: Personal Injury in Indiana How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Indiana? For many Indiana personal injury cases, the lawsuit deadline is two years from when the cause of action accrues. Some cases have shorter notice requirements, especially...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 20, 2026 | General, Protection Order
Being served with a Protective Order can make your stomach drop. One minute you’re trying to live your life, co-parent your child, go to work, or deal with a difficult breakup. The next minute, you’re looking at court paperwork that says someone is asking a judge to...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 18, 2026 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
FAQ: First-Time OVWI, DUI, and OWI Charges in Indiana Can a first-time DUI / OVWI offender go to jail in Hamilton County? Yes. A first-time DUI / OVWI offender can go to jail in Hamilton County because jail is within the possible sentencing range for criminal charges...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 15, 2026 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, Handgun
You’re driving home after dinner with your family. Red and blue lights flash in your rearview mirror. Your stomach drops. You pull over. You’re a lawful gun owner. You believe in transparency. You don’t think you’ve done anything wrong. Then the officer walks up and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 15, 2026 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
FAQ: Indiana Car Accidents, Recorded Statements, and Personal Injury Claims Should I give a recorded statement after an Indiana car accident? Not to the at-fault driver’s insurance company without first speaking to an attorney. The adjuster may use your words to...
