by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 7, 2025 | Car Crash, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
When you’re injured in Indiana, hiring a local injury attorney can greatly influence your case’s success. Out-of-state law firms may attract clients with flashy ads and promises, but they often fall short in delivering quality, personalized service. These...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 6, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Resisting Law Enforcement
If you’ve been charged with resisting law enforcement in Indiana, the situation can feel overwhelming. Questions may be racing through your mind: What does this charge really mean? How serious are the penalties? Is there any way to defend myself? While these are all...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 5, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Indiana’s DUI laws establish multiple blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits, each carrying different legal consequences. Drivers under 21 face DUI charges at a BAC of 0.02, while a BAC of 0.05 can serve as evidence of impairment in court. The standard legal limit...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 4, 2025 | Bail, Criminal Charges
When a loved one is arrested in Indiana, the process of getting them out of jail can be confusing and overwhelming. This guide aims to clarify the different types of bonds, the procedures involved, and what you can expect. It’s important to understand these...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Feb 3, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
In Indiana, DUI convictions do not automatically disappear after seven years. While the seven-year mark affects whether a new DUI charge is classified as a felony, the original DUI remains on your permanent record. A new offense more than seven years after a prior DUI...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 31, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have revolutionized transportation, but crashes involving these vehicles are becoming more common. If you’re in an Uber-related crash in Indiana—whether as a passenger, pedestrian, or another driver—it’s essential to take...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 30, 2025 | Defenses to Criminal Charges, General, Search and Seizure
Getting pulled over by the police can be nerve-wracking, especially if they want to search your car. Do you have to let them? What are your rights? Knowing the rules can help you stay calm and protect yourself. In Indiana, the law protects you from illegal searches...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 28, 2025 | Battery, Criminal Charges, Domestic Battery, Domestic Violence
Domestic violence charges are a serious and distressing accusation that can have far-reaching consequences. In Indiana, domestic violence encompasses rude, insolent, or angry physical contact against someone in your household, which can include a spouse, ex-spouse,...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 27, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Navigating a DUI arrest in Indiana can be a daunting experience, especially when it comes to understanding how it impacts your driver’s license. Immediate license suspensions often occur if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is 0.08% or higher, typically enforced at...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 24, 2025 | Insurance, Personal Injury
Indiana’s dog bite laws establish a framework of accountability for dog owners and provide legal remedies for victims of dog-related injuries. These laws emphasize the need for owners to exercise reasonable care to prevent their pets from causing harm, whether through...
