by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 14, 2022 | Criminal Charges
It’s not exactly common knowledge, but there are actually two types of arrest that can occur in the State of Indiana. The first type is the one that we’re all familiar with from movies and TV. If you are handcuffed, driven to the police station, and booked, there’s no...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 10, 2022 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
If you’re involved in a car crash and the other driver doesn’t have auto insurance, it’s important to remember that you likely have uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. This coverage is meant to kick in when the person who caused your injuries...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 29, 2022 | Insurance, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
After being involved in an auto collision or other unexpected injury, it is important to contact your own insurance company to update them on the details of the incident. It’s also wise to consult with a personal injury attorney to deal with the paperwork and...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 23, 2022 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
If you have been arrested for DUI/OWVI in Indiana and hold an out-of-state driver’s license, this can create potential problems because each state has its own licensing body and communication can break down. There are two situations where a person with an...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 15, 2022 | Criminal Charges, Self-Defense
Cases that involve self-defense are some of our favorites here at the Marc Lopez Law Firm. Not only is the right to self-defense written into the Indiana Code, it can also be a valuable tool for a person facing battery charges. The Fundamentals of a Self-Defense Claim...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 9, 2022 | Appeals, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Drug Charges
Attorney Matt Kroes is fresh off a big win in the Indiana Court of Appeals, where an appellate panel reversed his client’s conviction for possession of marijuana. Upon review, the Court of Appeals found that the State did not present enough evidence to support a...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Sep 2, 2022 | Criminal Charges
An ex police officer from Carmel, Indiana, decided to comment on Facebook posts using a Georgia man’s name and photos to hide his identity. The comments posted were directed toward a candidate who was running for county sheriff. The ex police officer who created the...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 31, 2022 | Personal Injury
In a recent case, Attorney Jamison Allen won a $3,000,000 dollar verdict in Marion County. The case faced various challenges such as the age of the plaintiff being elderly, selecting the right before and after witnesses, dealing with egos, presenting medical testimony...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 25, 2022 | Personal Injury
Consulting with a personal injury attorney is highly recommended before handling a case on your own. Reasons to hire an attorney include understanding deadlines, preserving evidence and navigating the complicated process of dealing with insurance companies. Failure to...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Aug 15, 2022 | Insurance, Personal Injury, Trial Practice
Carol W, an elderly woman, was hit by a car and suffered elbow and pelvic fractures. She spent three months in physical rehabilitation and her life was turned upside-down as she was no longer able to function as an independent adult. The driver’s insurance company had...
