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Indiana Expungement: A Second Chance You Don’t Want to Miss

Indiana Expungement: A Second Chance You Don’t Want to Miss

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 9, 2025 | Defenses to Criminal Charges, Expungement

Getting your criminal record expunged in Indiana isn’t just about wiping the slate clean—it’s about reclaiming your future. Whether you’re applying for a job, trying to rent an apartment, or volunteering at your kid’s school, your record can come back to haunt...
Don’t Settle Too Soon: What to Ask Before Accepting Compensation for an Indiana Car Crash

Don’t Settle Too Soon: What to Ask Before Accepting Compensation for an Indiana Car Crash

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 6, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury

 If you’ve been injured in an Indiana car crash, the aftermath can feel overwhelming—with medical bills, lost income, and emotional stress piling up fast. During this vulnerable time, insurance companies may pressure you to accept a quick settlement. But rushing into...
DUI: A Mistake You Don’t Want to Repeat

DUI: A Mistake You Don’t Want to Repeat

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 6, 2025 | Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

It’s never great to repeat a mistake. With an Indiana DUI, however, the consequences of a second (or third) offense have the potential to turn your life upside down. No one should face DUI charges on their own, especially not if they already have a criminal...
Police Encounter: Is This a Friendly Chat or a Seizure? Know the Difference Before It’s Too Late

Police Encounter: Is This a Friendly Chat or a Seizure? Know the Difference Before It’s Too Late

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 5, 2025 | Criminal Charges, General

When you’re approached by police in Indiana, the nature of that interaction can determine whether your constitutional rights are at risk. The line between a consensual conversation and a police seizure isn’t just a technicality—it’s a question of freedom, privacy, and...
Will You Lose Your License Right Away After a DUI in Indiana?

Will You Lose Your License Right Away After a DUI in Indiana?

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 3, 2025 | Alcohol, BMV, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

If you’ve been arrested for a DUI in Indiana, whether your driver’s license is immediately suspended depends on several factors. A suspension typically occurs if you tested at or above the legal limit (0.08 BAC) via breath or blood test, or if you refused chemical...
Harassment Charges in Indiana: What They Are and How to Handle Them

Harassment Charges in Indiana: What They Are and How to Handle Them

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Jun 2, 2025 | Criminal Charges

Let’s say someone’s been blowing up your phone—not because they need to talk, but just to be annoying. Maybe they leave a voicemail you didn’t ask for, or maybe it’s just call after call after call. Maybe it’s an email or a message over social media that crosses the...
Guilty Until Proven Innocent: DUI Law in Indiana

Guilty Until Proven Innocent: DUI Law in Indiana

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 30, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP

In the State of Indiana, a DUI arrest can lead to an immediate license suspension. It doesn’t matter that you haven’t been convicted of anything. If a certified chemical test reveals an alcohol concentration equivalent that’s greater than the legal...
Beware the Insurance Adjuster: Tactics They Use to Undermine Your Car Crash Claim

Beware the Insurance Adjuster: Tactics They Use to Undermine Your Car Crash Claim

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 30, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury

If you’ve been in a car crash, don’t be fooled by a friendly-sounding insurance adjuster — their job is to protect the insurance company’s bottom line, not your well-being. From acting overly sympathetic to pushing you into giving a recorded statement, adjusters are...
What to Do When the Police Knock on Your Door

What to Do When the Police Knock on Your Door

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 29, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, General, Search and Seizure

It’s late. There’s a knock at the door. You open it a crack, and suddenly there’s a boot wedged between your door and the frame. One wrong move, and you’re being charged with assaulting an officer. Sound far-fetched? It’s not. In just five minutes, you can learn the...
Traffic Stop Survival Guide: Don’t Sink Your Own Ship

Traffic Stop Survival Guide: Don’t Sink Your Own Ship

by Marc Lopez Law Firm | May 28, 2025 | Criminal Charges, General, Safe Driving

No one plans to get pulled over, but it happens every day—on your way home from work, after a late-night Taco Bell run, or just cruising through your own neighborhood. It’s a routine part of law enforcement, but make no mistake: a traffic stop is a legal event with...
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