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,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 10, 2025 | No Contact Order, Protection Order
Being served with a protective order in Indiana can feel like your life has been turned upside down. You might be wrestling with feelings of confusion, frustration, or anger. What’s important to know is that this legal matter doesn’t have to define your future. A...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 8, 2025 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence
The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees citizens the right to keep and bear arms. However, this right is subject to certain limitations, especially when it intersects with criminal convictions. In Indiana, a conviction for domestic battery carries...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 7, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) are a critical component of DUI investigations, developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the International Association of Chiefs of Police. These roadside evaluations consist of three...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 4, 2025 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
If you’ve been injured in a car crash and have a criminal record, you may worry whether your past can hurt your injury claim. In Indiana, courts generally only allow certain serious convictions—such as those involving dishonesty or moral turpitude like perjury, theft,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 3, 2025 | Criminal Charges, No Contact Order, Protection Order
If you’re reading this blog, there’s a good chance that you or someone you care about is facing an invasion of privacy charge. This isn’t just another legal hiccup—it’s a serious situation that can lead to significant consequences. Understanding what’s at stake and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Apr 1, 2025 | No Contact Order, Protection Order
Protective orders in Indiana, while civil in nature, can have substantial personal and legal impacts. For those considering filing or defending against a protective order, understanding the details can be crucial. Here, we’ll walk through the essentials of...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 31, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Being arrested for a first-time DUI in Indiana can be overwhelming, with immediate consequences and varying legal outcomes depending on the county. The process typically starts with an automatic suspension of your driver’s license if your BAC is 0.08 or higher, and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 28, 2025 | Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
Slip and fall injuries can occur anywhere and often result in serious harm, leaving victims with medical bills, lost wages, and emotional distress. However, these cases can be challenging to win because property owners and their insurance companies frequently deny...
