You Have Five Seconds to Make the Right Call Imagine this: the police are at your door, or they’ve just pulled you over. Your heart is pounding. Your brain’s racing. What you do in the next five seconds will determine whether you spend the night in your own bed or in...
If you’re injured on someone else’s property in Indiana—whether from a slippery parking lot, crumbling stairs, or another unsafe condition—you may have a premises liability claim. Under Indiana law, property owners and businesses owe invitees, such as customers and...
If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, the road ahead may feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. One of the most critical decisions you’ll make is whether to accept a plea or take your case to trial. At the Marc Lopez Law Firm, we understand...
When you’re recovering from a serious injury in Indiana, it’s crucial to choose legal representation that’s familiar with your state’s unique laws and court systems. While big, out-of-state law firms may appear attractive with their flashy ads and promises of...
Picture this: An officer walks up to your front door, notices your doorbell camera and instead of acting like a guest on your property, they cover it up or disable it entirely. Unfortunately, this isn’t a scene from a legal drama. It’s reality and there’s plenty of...
If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Indiana, it’s tempting to plead guilty right away—especially if the officer witnessed everything. But doing so can be one of the worst decisions you make, because it gives the State exactly what it wants without having to prove...
Seminar Chair Mark Foster and Attorney Marc Lopez Attorney Marc Lopez of the Marc Lopez Law Firm recently served on the faculty of the 2025 Indiana Continuing Legal Education Forum (ICLEF) DUI Masters Series, where Indiana’s leading DUI/DWI attorneys gathered to...
If you’ve been in a car crash in Indiana, it’s critical to know what damages you’re legally entitled to before accepting any settlement. Insurance companies often focus on minimizing payouts, but understanding your rights can significantly boost your compensation....
In a powerful reminder of the importance of the jury system and the legal protections provided by Indiana’s self-defense laws, a recent case in Marion County ended in complete acquittal for a young defendant charged with aggravated battery, battery by means of a...
When you’re charged with a crime in Indiana, the outcome often includes a stretch of probation. For a lot of people, that sounds like a win. It’s not jail. But probation comes with strings attached, and if you slip up, those strings can snap back hard. At the...
