by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 23, 2024 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
Recently, a viral video has sparked considerable discussion about the nuances of self-defense and property defense. The footage showcases an incident that initially appears to be a straightforward defense of property but quickly escalates into a self-defense scenario....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 21, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
If you’re charged with DUI or OVWI in Indiana, understanding Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) is critical for building a defense. These roadside tests, designed to detect signs of impairment, include the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus, Walk-and-Turn, and One-Leg...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 18, 2024 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
After a car crash in Indiana, building a strong case is crucial to securing the compensation you deserve. The Marc Lopez Law Firm provides guidance in establishing clear liability, proving substantial damages, and ensuring causation between the crash and injuries. ...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 16, 2024 | Criminal Charges
Serving a sentence on house arrest in Indiana offers a unique opportunity to serve time at home instead of in jail. However, this privilege comes with strict requirements and responsibilities. Understanding these expectations is crucial for successfully completing...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 14, 2024 | Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, THC
In Indiana, you can be charged with a Marijuana DUI even if you’re not actively high, as the law does not differentiate between active THC and inactive metabolites in your system. This means you could face charges simply for having THC in your body, even if the...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 11, 2024 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
Car crashes are an unfortunate fact of life. No one who drives can avoid them forever. So when the inevitable finally happens, it’s important to keep your head. A lot of people tend to make the same mistakes. They don’t consult an Indiana injury lawyer...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 9, 2024 | Insurance, SDP
If you’ve been granted Indiana Specialized Driving Privileges (SDP), there’s a good chance that you’ll be required to attend a compliance hearing. This is the court’s way of ensuring that you’re adhering to the rules and restrictions that were set when you...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 7, 2024 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A DUI refusal suspension in Indiana can be a serious obstacle. If you’re being investigated for DUI, and the officer asks if you’re willing to submit to a certified chemical test, your answer should always be yes. If it isn’t, you can find yourself...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 4, 2024 | Car Crash, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
When you’re injured, hospitals can use tactics to increase their payouts at your expense, ultimately reducing your injury settlement. First, they often ask if your visit is related to an accident, allowing them to charge more by billing your auto insurance’s...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 2, 2024 | Criminal Charges, General
Reckless driving in Indiana is a serious offense that can have a lasting impact on an individual’s life, extending beyond just fines. This blog post will examine the crime of reckless driving in Indiana, exploring its elements, the potential penalties associated...
