by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jan 6, 2023 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Drug Charges, DUI, OVWI
In Indiana, people can be charged with a DUI even if they haven’t consumed alcohol. The State defines “intoxicated” as being under the influence of a wide range of substances, including alcohol, drugs, and other substances that can impair thought and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 30, 2022 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
In Indiana, if a person has a history of substance abuse and criminal behavior, penalties for certain crimes can become more severe. The Recovery While Incarcerated (RWI) program is an option for defendants facing criminal charges and struggling with addiction. The...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 23, 2022 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
If you’re suspected of drunk driving in Indiana and are asked to take a chemical test, it is important to comply as refusing the test will result in an automatic one-year license suspension. The test results, which determine the alcohol concentration equivalent...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 16, 2022 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges
When you’re facing criminal charges, there are dos and there are don’ts. You do want to hire an experienced defense attorney, follow the judge’s instructions, and stay out of trouble. You don’t want to make things any more difficult for yourself, which is the subject...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 9, 2022 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General
If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’ve heard of Miranda rights. That’s the whole you have the right to remain silent and anything you say can and will be used against you speech that an officer is supposed to recite when they’re arresting you. The point...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Dec 2, 2022 | General, Personal Injury
In the State of Indiana, defamation is a common law offense that requires the showing of four specific elements: a statement with a defamatory imputation, malice, publication, and damages. Some statements are considered so fundamentally offensive that they are...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 25, 2022 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
If you’re in a car crash, when is the right time to seek medical treatment? The answer to this question is always going to depend on the situation, but here’s a rule of thumb: If you’re in pain, go see a doctor. Waiting for even a few days can make it more difficult...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 18, 2022 | Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
When a person slips and falls, determining who is responsible can be tricky. In cases of premises liability law, determining the owner or manager of the property is important. For example, if a person slips in a puddle caused by a leaking freezer in a store, the store...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 11, 2022 | Personal Injury
In the State of Indiana, defamation is a common law offense that can be broken down into four distinct elements: a statement with defamatory imputation, malice, publication, and damages. To establish defamation, you must show that a statement was made that would tend...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Nov 4, 2022 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
In the event of a car crash where the other driver is uninsured or their coverage is insufficient, you can file a claim with your own insurance company through your uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. It’s important to note that some people may be...
