Texas family law stresses the importance of parenting after a divorce. Like the Texas divorce courts, the family law attorneys at Springer & Lyle will look out for the best interests of the children who will be affected by a divorce. We will help you develop a strong parenting plan, one that encourages co-parenting. Co-parenting in Texas Co-parenting is neither a rule nor a law; it is a concept about post-divorce child rearing. Many couples in the midst of a divorce believe that after it’s all over, they will never have to deal with their former spouse again. This is … [Read more...]
Is the Truck Driver or the Trucking Company Liable in a Truck Accident?
If you have been involved in an accident involving a truck or 18-wheeler, you will want to seek help from a law firm experienced in handling commercial truck liability cases. At Springer & Lyle, we have helped hundreds of people receive just compensation despite some of the issues involved with determining who is really at fault in a truck accident; the driver or the company itself. To determine liability in a trucking accident, the law considers several different factors. One important factor is whether federal or state regulations governing the trucking industry are involved. For … [Read more...]
How Do I Contest a Will?
Contesting a will involves overcoming challenging legal burdens and difficult and long-standing family discord. The law limits who can contest the will and the circumstances under which the will can be deemed invalid. At Springer & Lyle, we understand these emotional difficulties and work with you to be sure contesting the will is in your best interest. Only an “Interested Person” Can Contest a Will According to Texas law, only an interested person may contest the terms of the will. An interested person is generally one who is an … [Read more...]
Springer & Lyle: Open for Business During the COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we currently do business. At Springer & Lyle, we recognize that there is still a need for legal services, many of which are essential, so we are working on behalf of established clients and we are available to take on new clients. How We Are Doing Business During the COVID-19 Pandemic While we wait to see what the future will bring, here are some of the procedures we are using to make it safe for us and our clients to work together. We are taking all possible precautions to protect our employees from taking any health … [Read more...]
Top Reasons to Hire A Personal Injury Attorney
If you have suffered a personal injury due to the wrongful conduct of someone else, you deserve reasonable compensation. A qualified and experienced personal injury attorney can help you get it. The goal of personal injury attorneys should be to maximize the value of your claim using their knowledge, skill, experience and financial resources. Without an experienced personal injury attorney on their side, many injury victims do not achieve full compensation. These are the top reasons to hire the experienced personal injury attorneys at Springer … [Read more...]
COVID-19 and Child Visitation Rights
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many people a lot of anxiety, particularly for those of us concerned about the health of our family members. For parents, this concern also comes with a high degree of responsibility to keep their children safe from this disease. If you are a parent sharing rights over your child or children, it is important to know how recent events may affect your legal rights when it comes to visitation or custody arrangements. What Effect do “Shelter-In-Place” Orders Have on Child Visitation or Custody Orders? On March 19, 2020, Texas Governor Greg Abbot … [Read more...]
Making a Will During Coronavirus
With a worldwide pandemic, it’s only natural to think about the need for a will and other estate planning documents. School, work, shopping, and many other activities have gone virtual, so why not download a form and make a will? Many online templates do not comply with state laws, and the will may not be valid. At Springer & Lyle, we can manage your estate planning needs virtually and can ensure that your hard-earned estate will pass according to your wishes. What About Witnesses? According to Texas law, unless written entirely in the Testator’s handwriting, a will must … [Read more...]
Sharing the Road with Trucks
Imagine the travesty of an 80,000-pound large truck slamming into the back of an average 4,000-pound car. In accidents like this, the car driver and passenger may be killed or seriously injured while the truck driver walks away unscathed. At our Springer & Lyle law firm, we have some safety tips for you about how to safely share the road with trucks. Be Aware of the Extra Stopping Time a Truck Requires Due to the weight of a large truck, it takes it longer to stop than it does the much, much lighter car. Remember: If you are driving in front of a truck, stay far enough ahead so … [Read more...]
Car Accident Statistics
The Texas Department of Transportation (TDOT) reports that as of March 9, 2020, 566 people had already lost their lives in vehicle accidents on Texas highways. That tally changes daily. At Springer & Lyle, we are concerned about the number of people who are injured as well as about the family members of those who die on Texas roadways. We are disturbed by the statistics and want to make you aware of the importance of driving safely. Texas Traffic Crash Facts According to the TDOT, the calendar year 2018 is the most recent year for which crash data is available. This is … [Read more...]
Child Custody Modification
When the court issues its final orders, it expects them to be just that: final. However, courts do recognize that in the case of child custody, there may be a change in circumstances that will require a modification in the custody arrangement. Petitions for modification must be filed in the court that made the original custody orders unless the child has moved. At Springer & Lyle, we are committed to assisting you when you need to request a custody modification. Parents Agree to a Modification If the parents agree between themselves to … [Read more...]