by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 24, 2025 | Car Crash, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
When you’ve been injured caused by someone else’s negligence, choosing the right lawyer can make all the difference in your recovery, both financially and emotionally. The Marc Lopez Law Firm warns that hiring the wrong attorney can be just as damaging as the incident...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 22, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Expungement, Handgun
A Clean Slate and a Second Chance at the Second Amendment Getting a criminal record expunged in Indiana is more than just a legal victory. For many people, it’s an opportunity to move forward with dignity and reclaim lost rights. One of the biggest motivators? The...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 20, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
After being arrested for DUI / OWI in Indiana, many first-time offenders are shocked by how quickly their situation escalates. The process begins with an initial hearing, where charges are read and the judge determines how to handle the case. In most misdemeanor...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 17, 2025 | Car Crash, Insurance, Personal Injury
After a car crash, hiring a local Indiana personal injury attorney can make a major difference in your recovery. Unlike large national firms that often treat clients like case numbers, a local lawyer offers personal attention and a deep understanding of the community....
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 15, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Fifth Amendment, Search and Seizure
You’re at home, minding your business, when there’s an unexpected knock at the door. It’s the police. They don’t have a warrant, and they’re asking to come inside. Sound harmless? It’s not. This common investigative tactic, known as a knock and talk, is a backdoor...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 13, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI
A DUI in Indiana isn’t “just a ticket”—it’s a criminal charge that can carry serious consequences even if no one was hurt. Legally called Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI), this offense can lead to jail time, license suspension, fines, and a permanent...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 10, 2025 | Personal Injury, Slip and Fall
Slip and falls can cause serious physical, emotional, and financial hardship. In Indiana, the value of a slip and fall case depends on many factors, including medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and the severity of your injuries. The more extensive your...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 8, 2025 | Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, Expungement
Most people don’t realize just how powerful Indiana’s expungement law really is. If you qualify, it gives you the right to legally say, “I’ve never been arrested or convicted.” That’s not a figure of speech, it’s a legal protection that changes lives. At the Marc...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 6, 2025 | Alcohol, Criminal Charges, Defenses to Criminal Charges, DUI, OVWI, SDP
A second DUI charge in Indiana is far more serious than a first offense. Under Indiana law, being convicted of a second DUI within seven years automatically makes it a felony—a designation that carries lifelong consequences. Judges and prosecutors view repeat offenses...
by Marc Lopez Law Firm | Oct 3, 2025 | Car Crash, Personal Injury
Being in a car crash can turn your world upside down in an instant, leaving you stressed and unsure of what to do next. The Marc Lopez Law Firm emphasizes that the first 24 hours after a crash are crucial for protecting your health, rights, and future. The first step...
