Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has signed a law that eliminates the need for handgun licenses in Indiana. The new rule is set to take effect on July 1, 2022. So what exactly does this mean? It means if you’re legally allowed to own a handgun, you’ll soon be able to...
One of the most common questions we get asked at the Marc Lopez Law Firm is, Do I qualify for specialized driving privileges? The answer to that is, most likely, yes. Indiana adopted what is called the specialized driving privilege laws which allows people who have a...
The Marc Lopez Law Firm suggests that people who have been injured by another person’s negligence should follow four commandments to ensure they do not sabotage their own case. These commandments include seeking medical treatment immediately, avoiding medical...
In Indiana, constructive possession is one of two types of possession. Constructive possession is possession of an object, even if it was not directly on you. When making a constructive possession claim, there are several elements that a prosecutor looks at: Where was...
In Indiana, it is possible to file for an expungement to remove a DUI from your criminal record, but the expungement process has limitations. After a waiting period of five years for misdemeanors and eight years for felonies, you can file for an expungement, which...
The Marc Lopez Law Firm suggests that in case of a car crash, if the medical bills are over $3,000, if the crash occurred while on the job, if the crash was caused by a government employee or if there is a dispute about who is at fault, it is best to contact a lawyer...
Following a DUI/OVWI case, defendants are often concerned about their driving privileges. The BMV will require SR-22 coverage for a minimum of three years following a conviction, and there may be a license suspension to deal with. If the suspension has not yet...
Big box personal injury firms are known for their large advertising budgets and billboards, but there are several things to consider before signing with one. These firms tend to take on too many cases, prioritize revenue over quality, and employ many young attorneys...
The Marc Lopez Law Firm just scored a jury trial victory in Hamilton County on a case that was filed back in 2019. Attorney Marc Lopez recapped this hard-won battle with Attorney Matt Kroes. What follows is a lightly edited transcript of their conversation. Marc...
After a car crash, there are certain unproductive actions that should be avoided. These include giving a statement to the insurance company, seeking medical treatment from a chiropractor or medical facility that has reached out to you, ignoring a medical...
