Frequently Asked Questions asked by our legal clients and answered by the distinguished attorneys at Dogan & Dogan.

It is impossible to say what your case is worth without contacting one of our attorneys and having them review the facts and applicable law given the circumstances. Personal injury cases are typically assessed by two main components: the liability of the defendant and the damages sustained by the plaintiff. In Indiana, damages are comprised primarily of economic damages and non-economic damages. Economic damages are for your financial losses, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage. Non-economic damages are for your pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. If you need a personal injury lawyer or a criminal attorney, reach out to our team at Dogan & Dogan Attorneys At Law today!

If you have been injured in an accident, there are a few things you should do immediately:

Get medical attention.

Take pictures of the accident scene and any damage to your property.

Get the names, addresses, and contact information of any witnesses.

Contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

For more information, give our office a call. Whether you need help after an auto accident, an estate planning attorney, or assistance with business law, we can assist you.

Usually, our attorneys are able to handle a personal injury action on a contingency fee basis. That means you do not need to pay anything up front and your attorney only gets paid if there is a financial recovery in your case. In that instance, your attorney is paid a negotiated percentage of the amount recovered to satisfy the plaintiff’s claims. If you need an expert on personal injury law, help with estate planning, or a criminal attorney, reach out to us today!

We always tell our clients an estate plan is important because of the lasting effects it has on the next generation of their family. If you or a loved one is lost, the last thing your children, friends, or family members want to think about is the legal matters involved with your loss of life. During the grieving process, tensions are high, nobody is thinking clearly, and your estate plan is supposed to act as a road map to prevent confusion and arguments between the heirs to your estate. 

Sadly, we have seen a number of families fall apart due to matters involved in an estate that could have been cleared up with an estate plan that was implemented properly and in a timely matter.

According to a recent survey conducted by LawDepot, 73% of respondents didn't have an estate plan in place. Don’t let this happen to you. Our firm has over 75 years of experience in the field and can help your family prepare and craft an estate plan to fit your family’s needs. Call us today to get started with an estate planning attorney you can count on.

When you work with an estate planning attorney from our office, your package includes the following services:

Will (disburses the estate's assets in a manner the testator chooses)

Power of Attorney 

Healthcare Power of Attorney

Living Will 

Our firm uses an estate planning worksheet so you can fill out the required information on your own time. We have found that, while sitting in an attorney’s office, clients often forget key bits of information important to their specific estate plan. Of course, your estate planning attorney is always willing to answer any and all questions that come about during this process. The next appointment is typically a meeting to review the completed worksheet, double-check to make sure specific information has been covered, and answer any and all questions. At this point, the proper documents are drafted. One more meeting is required to ensure that each and every document is properly executed and brought into effect in accordance with Indiana law.

Immediately request that your attorney be present by stating, “I want my attorney to be present and I am invoking my right to remain silent.” Next, keep quiet. You have the right to remain silent; however, law enforcement can use anything you say and do against you even if you say you will invoke the right to remain silent and you want your attorney to be present. A recent Indiana appellate decision found that a comment by a defendant stating, “I’d rather have a lawyer,” did not invoke the defendant’s Miranda rights. (LINK: United States of America v. Khalil M. Jackson, 21-2811 & 22-1003.) Always treat law enforcement with respect, but know your rights and how to utilize them. Contact your criminal attorney as soon as you are able.

In Indiana, a misdemeanor is a crime that is punishable by up to one year in jail, a fine of up to $5,000, or both. Some examples of misdemeanors in Indiana include public intoxication, battery, disorderly conduct, and vandalism. A felony is a crime that is punishable by a year of imprisonment or more. Examples of felony offenses are robbery, burglary, drug trafficking, and murder. If you have been charged with a crime in Indiana, it is important to speak to an attorney as soon as possible. A criminal attorney can help you understand the charges against you, protect your rights, and fight for the best possible outcome.