FAQ: Indiana Personal Injury Claims After a Crash Do I need a police report after an Indiana car accident? Yes, a police report can be extremely helpful. It may document the drivers, vehicles, location, conditions, witnesses, and officer observations. It is not always...
When you’re facing criminal charges in Indiana, life doesn’t stop. People still have jobs, family obligations, emergencies, and planned trips. One of the most common questions we get at the Marc Lopez Law Firm is straightforward: “Can I travel out of the state if I...
FAQ: First OWI, DUI, and OVWI Charges in Indiana Will I go to jail for my first OWI in Indiana? Maybe, but often not. In many first-time misdemeanor OVWI cases, especially where there was no crash, no injury, and no major aggravating factor, jail is not the most...
FAQ: Slip and fall claims in Indiana What should I do first after a slip and fall in Indiana? Get medical care, report the fall, take photos if you can, get witness information, and avoid making detailed blame-related statements before you get legal advice. Can I...
A night out in Indianapolis can turn into a morning behind bars faster than anyone expects. If you’ve just been arrested in Marion County and released, the next 30 days are critical. What you do, or don’t do, during this period can shape everything about your criminal...
Common Questions People Ask After an Indiana OWI Arrest Is an OWI in Indiana the same as a DUI? In Indiana, yes. Indiana uses the term OWI or OVWI, but many people search for DUI because it is more familiar. OWI is also used in some contexts. If you were arrested for...
Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Cases in Indiana Do I need to prove negligence in a slip and fall case in Indiana? Yes. You generally need to prove that the property owner or business was negligent. That usually means showing there was a dangerous...
Police traffic stops are stressful. You see the lights behind you. Your heart rate jumps. Maybe you were speeding. Maybe your taillight is out. Whatever the reason, you pull over and hope the stop is quick. Then the officer walks up, chats politely, and asks a...
Frequently Asked Questions About First-Offense OVWI in Hamilton County Will I automatically go to jail for a first OVWI? No. Jail is not mandatory for a first-offense OVWI in Indiana, even in Hamilton County. Can the prosecutor still ask for jail time? Yes....
FAQ: Indiana personal injury claims Do I need a lawyer for every personal injury case in Indiana? No. Some minor claims with clear fault, limited treatment, and quick recovery may be reasonable to handle on your own. But if your injuries are serious, fault is...
