by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 27, 2022 | Criminal Charges
Criminal confinement in Indiana is the knowing or intentional confinement of another person without that person’s consent. It starts as a Level 6 felony, which carries a maximum penalty of two-and-a-half years in prison and a $10,000 fine. Confinement of a Child Is a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 21, 2022 | General, Insurance, Personal Injury
If you have been injured, it is important to speak with an attorney to get an overview of your situation. Insurance companies have attorney staff to represent them on all claims and claims adjusters are trained by attorneys. The adjusters’ only job is to pay out...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 20, 2022 | Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
In Indiana, a Habitual Vehicular Substance Offender (HVSO) enhancement can result in a severe sentence increase based on a history of DUI/OVWI convictions. It can be triggered by a third DUI/OVWI conviction within the last 10 years or a fourth DUI/OVWI conviction...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 30, 2021 | General, Personal Injury
If you’ve been injured and you’re looking for an attorney, you have a few options available. You can use the Only Lawyer You Know, who’s usually a family friend or someone you went to school with. Alternatively, you can type “personal injury lawyer” into an internet...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 23, 2021 | Criminal Charges, Drug Charges, THC
For those of you who aren’t familiar, delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol is very similar to its cousin, delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, which is more commonly known as THC. In common terms, THC is the special ingredient in marijuana that gets you high. We’ve previously posted...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 16, 2021 | Criminal Charges, Theft
Can parents get in trouble for the actions of their children? Without a doubt, the answer is yes. This is especially true if—as appears to be the case in the above video—the child is an instrument of the parents’ control. Using your child to steal is a questionable...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 9, 2021 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
In the age of TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, there are countless videos out there that raise some fundamental questions about self-defense. In the state of Indiana, there are two things that everybody should know about self-defense claims. Number One: Imminent...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 2, 2021 | Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
In Indiana, a second DUI / OVWI is treated much more seriously than a first offense. Whether it’s called an OWI, a DWI, or a DUI, Indiana formally categorizes these crimes as OVWI, or operating a vehicle while intoxicated. DUI: Not a “Normal” Crime...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 25, 2021 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
If you are involved in a car crash, it’s important to seek medical treatment as soon as possible, even if you don’t feel pain right away. Waiting can make it difficult for your attorney to recover damages for you, and the insurance company for the at-fault...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 25, 2021 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense, Theft
Violent crime is trending upwards in Indianapolis and that includes auto thefts. Indiana law explicitly allows you to defend yourself against an attempted carjacking. Generally speaking, the statute allows people to defend themselves. It also specifically lists your...
