by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 29, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
Not all DUI cases in Boone County are misdemeanors, and assuming they are can have serious consequences. In Indiana, DUI, formally called Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI), may start as a misdemeanor, but certain factors can elevate the charge to a felony....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 26, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
If you were hurt in a car wreck in Indiana, strict legal deadlines apply that can end your claim if you wait too long. Most personal injury cases must be filed in court within two years, and that time usually starts running on the date of the crash. Ongoing medical...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 24, 2025 | No Contact Order, Protection Order
When a judge issues a restraining order, it immediately changes how you live your life. For some people, the order works as intended, space is created, and conflict is reduced. But for others, the order causes serious, unexpected problems. Maybe you share children...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 22, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
If you are arrested for drunk driving in Boone County, Indiana, the difference between OWI, DUI, and OVWI can be confusing. Under Indiana law, they all refer to the same offense. Indiana uses the terms OWI or OVWI instead of DUI and focuses on operating a vehicle...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 19, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
If you were injured because of someone else’s carelessness, it’s natural to wonder what your case is worth especially when pain, missed work, and medical bills start piling up. Under Indiana law, personal injury case value is not guesswork, but it also cannot be...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 17, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Handgun, Self-Defense
When Self-Defense Turns Into a Criminal Investigation If you’ve ever imagined what a true self-defense situation feels like, you probably picture the fear, the adrenaline, and the instinct to survive. What most people don’t picture is what comes next, the part where...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 15, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
Getting arrested for an OVWI (DUI) in Johnson County is overwhelming, and the first 30 days after your arrest are critical. Most people spend some time in jail before release, and an automatic driver’s license suspension will follow at your initial court hearing...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 12, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
When you’re injured because of someone else’s negligence, you may face pain, medical appointments, lost income, and pressure from insurance companies eager to settle quickly. Hiring an Indiana personal injury lawyer can significantly change the outcome of your case....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 10, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges
You are driving home after a long day. You see the red and blue lights behind you. Your stomach drops. Even when you know you have done nothing wrong, the stress hits instantly. You pull over, take a breath, and wait for the officer to approach. Before you can say a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 8, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
When someone is arrested for OVWI in Hamilton County, one of the first concerns is whether they will be able to keep driving. Indiana law allows for quick license suspensions based on chemical test results or refusals, often before people fully understand what is...
