by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 21, 2025 | Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
Slip and fall injuries at Indiana businesses can lead to serious injuries, often resulting from a business owner’s failure to maintain a safe environment. Under Indiana premises liability law, businesses have a legal duty to protect customers from hazards such as wet...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 20, 2025 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Trial Practice
Facing criminal charges can be daunting, especially when your freedom is on the line. In Indiana, battery charges can escalate quickly, and for those accused, the consequences of a conviction are life-altering. The Marc Lopez Law Firm recently achieved a victory in a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 19, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Facing an Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI/DUI) charge as a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holder in Indiana can be devastating, leading to severe penalties that threaten both your career and livelihood. CDL drivers are held to stricter standards, with a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 18, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence, No Contact Order
Domestic violence is one of the most serious charges you can face in Indiana. It carries significant legal penalties and long-term consequences that can disrupt your life, relationships, and reputation. If you or someone you know is facing allegations of domestic...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 17, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A second DUI arrest in Indiana carries serious legal consequences, with penalties varying based on the timing of the offense. If the second DUI occurs within seven years of the first conviction, it is automatically charged as a Level 6 felony, bringing the possibility...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 14, 2025 | Personal Injury
Premises liability is a branch of personal injury law that holds property owners accountable for injuries that occur due to unsafe conditions on their premises. Whether in a store, an apartment complex, or a parking lot, property owners have a duty to maintain a safe...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 13, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
Facing criminal charges is an overwhelming and stressful experience, especially when your actions were taken in self-defense. Many people find themselves in legal trouble after defending themselves from an attack, unsure of how the law applies to their situation. If...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 12, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Facing an OVWI charge in Indiana can be overwhelming, especially if you refused a chemical test. Many people mistakenly believe that refusing a breath or blood test will prevent the state from collecting evidence against them. However, under Indiana’s Implied Consent...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 11, 2025 | Protection Order
Navigating a Protective Order: Your Rights and Next Steps Being served with a protective order can feel overwhelming. You might have questions about what it means, how it affects your life, and what steps you should take next. Many people mistakenly believe that...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Mar 10, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
A second DUI/OVWI charge in Indiana carries significantly harsher penalties than a first offense, often surprising those accused. Indiana law automatically elevates a second offense within seven years to a Level 6 felony, which can result in up to 2.5 years in jail,...
