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You may feel like you have lost all sense of control if you are facing criminal charges or dealing with the aftermath of a personal injury or motor vehicle accident or collision in Northwest Indiana. An experienced attorney can help you navigate past this time of uncertainty, while fighting to protect your rights at all costs. Call the LaTulip Law Offices, P.C. to get the JUSTICE & COMPENSATION that you deserve!
If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be facing mounting medical bills, lost income, and uncertainty about your future. An experienced personal injury lawyer in Merrillville, Indiana can help you recover the compensation you deserve and protect your rights every step of the way.
Personal injury law is designed to hold negligent parties accountable. Whether your injury resulted from a car accident, slip and fall, or workplace incident, having a skilled personal accident and injury attorney on your side can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. We represent clients throughout Merrillville and the surrounding Northwest Indiana communities, providing aggressive advocacy and personalized legal strategies tailored to each case.
A qualified Merrillville personal injury attorney should be equipped to handle a wide range of cases, including:
Car Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Motorcycle Accidents
Nursing Home Abuse, Neglect & Negligence
Slip & Fall Injuries
Truck Accidents
Workplace Accidents
Wrongful Death
Each type of case involves different legal standards and evidence requirements. An experienced lawyer will know how to investigate your claim, gather critical evidence, and build a strong case on your behalf.
If you’ve been injured, you may be entitled to compensation for:
Medical expenses (current and future)
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Rehabilitation and therapy costs
Insurance companies often try to minimize payouts. A personal injury lawyer in Merrillville will negotiate aggressively to ensure you receive fair compensation—or take your case to court if necessary.
Choosing a local attorney offers several advantages:
Familiarity with Indiana personal injury laws
Knowledge of local courts and procedures
Established relationships with medical experts and investigators
Accessibility for in-person consultations
A Merrillville-based lawyer understands the unique legal landscape of Lake County and can provide more effective representation than an out-of-area firm.
After an accident, taking the right steps can protect your health and your legal claim:
Seek immediate medical attention
Document the scene and gather evidence
Report the incident to the appropriate authorities
Avoid speaking with insurance adjusters without legal advice
Contact a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible
Timing matters—Indiana has a statute of limitations for filing personal injury claims, so it’s important to act quickly.
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We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay unless they win your case.
Attorney Matthew D. LaTulip
At LaTulip Law Offices, P.C., we have diligently represented clients in personal injury law and criminal defense for over 20 years. We know what it takes to protect your best interest.
Attorney LaTulip was born in East Chicago, Lake County, Indiana in 1974, and grew up in Northwest Indiana. His parents, and generally, entire family are working class, blue collar people affiliated with the trades (Operator Engineers Union Local 150; Laborer’s Union Local 81) Attorney LaTulip is a vested member of the Laborer’s Union Local 81, out of Valparaiso, Porter County, Indiana.
Attorney Thomas Olson
Attorney Thomas Olson is a Defense Attorney dedicated to his clients. Originally from Northwest Indiana, he completed business school at Indiana University before pursuing a legal career. He then took his business success and applied it to his legal practice. He received a full academic scholarship from Valparaiso University Law School and upon graduation began his career working on the legal team for Sprint’s 5G Expansion in Chicago. He then entered private practice in Northwest Indiana with the LaTulip Law Offices P.C. Together with Attorney LaTulip, they continually achieve successful resolutions and awards for their clients.
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Northwest Indiana is prone to car accidents. The high volume of traffic on our major roadways contributes to a variety of motor vehicle accidents. If you are injured, it is important to have an experienced personal injury attorney who will work relentlessly to obtain the fairest possible compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
LaTulip Law Offices, P.C. and his legal team know what it takes to help clients obtain a full financial recovery for current and long-term expenses stemming from all types of personal injury accidents, including:
We work with and hire vocational experts (occupational / employment), economists, and medical professionals and doctors to determine what the TRUE and REAL value of your injury and/or accident case may be now and in the future. We need to understand exactly what expenses and damages have been incurred due to the negligence of others.
We will determine exactly what the economic losses are for your case, these include medical bills, property damage, and lost income, etc…
We will then add these to the non-economic damages (money for pain and suffering) for your case.
After conducting this analysis, we will have an understanding of what a fair and right settlement value is for your case. Attorneys who do not regularly practice injury and accident law often times do not understand the importance of using and investing in outside professionals to maximize the FULL and TRUE value of a case.
Our attorneys are regularly in court at trial fighting for our clients because we will NOT settle with an insurance company / negligent party or accept any offer for a case that is not fair and just. Consider these things before hiring a lawyer to represent you in your injury and accident case.
We fight for YOU and YOUR RIGHTS!
At LaTulip Law Offices, P.C. – our firm’s founder, Matthew D. LaTulip grew up in Northwest Indiana and has earned a reputation as a fighter. He brings this natural ability to the courtroom, where he achieves results for clients by considering all available options. With over 20 years of experience, he knows how to develop effective legal strategies based on his clients’ best interests.
Experienced representation can make all the difference in your case. Contact our Northwest Indiana criminal defense and personal injury attorney today for a free initial consultation. Attorney Matthew D. LaTulip will apply his years of experience and legal skills focused on protecting your rights at all costs.
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A Northwest Indiana jury acquitted a Chicago man Wednesday night in a deadly 1999 cold case stabbing. The jury deliberated for less than two hours. Orvall M. McMoore, 58, of Chicago, was charged with 27-year-old Lisa Anderson’s death.
Attorney Matthew D. LaTulip as seen in the Chicago Tribune – you can read more HERE!
At LaTulip Law Offices, P.C., our cases are handled by a team of experienced professionals. Led by attorney Matthew D. LaTulip, we aggressively defend clients facing a wide range of criminal charges in state and federal court, including:
We handle ALL Criminal Defense Law cases – call TODAY for HELP!
At LaTulip Law Offices, P.C. – our firm’s founder, Matthew D. LaTulip grew up in Northwest Indiana and has earned a reputation as a fighter. He brings this natural ability to the courtroom, where he achieves results for clients by considering all available options. With over 20 years of experience, he knows how to develop effective legal strategies based on his clients’ best interests.
Lake County prosecutors dropped charges in an alleged groping incident in a Purdue Northwest parking garage after credibility problems arose with the witness. You can read the FULL STORY @ the CHICAGO TRIBUNE.
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