latest legal news from the law firm of Springer-Lyle
REDUCED PERSONAL INJURY FEES --The pre-suit attorneys’ fee is now only 25% of the total amount recovered in cases involving 18-wheelers, automobiles and motorcycles.
Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects many families. When children are involved, Child Protective Services (CPS) may intervene to protect their safety. If you or someone you know is dealing with domestic violence and is concerned about CPS involvement, it’s important … [Read More…]
Marijuana has an unusual place in the law and in our opinions about parents. Here in Texas possession of small amounts of Marijuana is a Class B Misdemeanor like Driving While Intoxicated. While in other states like Colorado or Washington, possession of what would be felony amounts of Marijuana products here is totally legal. This differing treatment of the same substance leads … [Read More…]
The Conflict Incentive There is a dirty secret in some family law cases, one that clients only learn about long after they’ve retained counsel, and sometimes only after they look back at the pain, stress, and expense of their divorce. The secret is that some family lawyers have a perverse incentive. Attorneys bill clients by the hour to solve their problems. That means they … [Read More…]
Denton Attorney Joins Springer & Lyle Law Firm Daniel Abasolo, a Denton attorney, is joining the Springer and Lyle, LLP. Abasolo returns to the firm after spending some time at a larger firm and then operating his own private practice. Abasolo was a member of Springer Lyle in 2012 and rejoins to focus on family law and business transactions. He has focused much of his career on family … [Read More…]
A letter of protection (LOP) can be a powerful tool if you've been injured in an accident and are facing medical bills you can't pay because you don’t have health insurance. In Texas, many individuals … [Read More…]
When you’re involved in a personal injury case, it's easy to get overwhelmed by misinformation. Whether you've been hurt in a car accident, a slip-and-fall, or any other kind of incident, it’s … [Read More…]
Having a will is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. If you're considering writing a will, you might wonder if a handwritten … [Read More…]
