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Why are Truck Accidents on the Rise in Texas?

September 21, 2018 By Staff - p.s. Leave a Comment

According to a report by the American Trucking Association (ATA) released in October 2017, there is a serious shortage of truck drivers nationwide. ATA estimated the shortage would be 50,000 by the end of 2017 with the shortage to soar to 63,000 by the end of 2018, and to increase to 174,000 by 2026. At Springer & Lyle, we are concerned about this shortage. We fear that the shortage could result in trucking companies hiring drivers who are inexperienced or otherwise unqualified and thus more likely to be involved in vehicular crashes. This shortage may have a particular influence on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles of Interest, Automotive, Featured, Truck Accidents Tagged With: Truck Accident, truck accidents, Truck Drivers

Drowsy Driving Accidents

August 30, 2018 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in 2015, over 100,000 motor vehicle crashes are directly attributable to driver fatigue every year. Those are only the drowsy driving accidents that were reported. Many more went unreported. That means driver fatigue contributes to far more accidents than we realize. From the information that has been reported, over 1,500 deaths per year are connected with drowsy driving. Another 70,000 people are believed to be injured. The personal injury attorneys at Springer & Lyle are always available to answer your questions regarding … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles of Interest, Automotive, Featured Tagged With: drowsy driving accident, Personal Injury

Getting Medical Treatment Right Away After An Accident

July 26, 2018 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

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If Injured in an Accident, Seek Medical Treatment Right Away! If it's a car accident, get treated by paramedics at the scene, and insist that they transport you to the nearest emergency room if you believe you may be injured. It it's another type of accident, make sure that paramedics are called immediately. Insist on treatment at the scene and have them take you to an emergency room if necessary. Documentation is Critical to Your Case For legal purposes, injuries are documented by medical records. Aside from liability issues, they're the most important aspect of a case. Lawyers and insurance … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Automotive, Featured Tagged With: car accident, Injury, Personal Injury

Don’t Talk To The Other Side’s Insurance Company If You Have Been In An Accident

July 19, 2018 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

In the very early stages of an accident case, you might consent to giving a statement to the adverse insurer before you ever retain counsel. Those statements are either written or recorded. The adjuster from the adverse insurer tells you that they just merely want to get some information about the accident, your injuries and damages, but the actual purpose of the statement is to obtain admissions from you which may be used against you in trying to avoid responsibility. Unfortunately, many people talk to the adverse party's insurance adjuster before they ever talk to their own attorney. Don't … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Automotive, Featured Tagged With: Accident, Insurance

I Have Been In An Accident, Now What?

July 12, 2018 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

Being involved in a car accident or truck accident can be a very traumatic experience especially if the accident was not your fault.  If you have been involved in an accident and you been injured, it is common to have questions regarding the legal course of action. Springer & Lyle is available to answer your questions, such as who pays for the damages and who will be responsible for the medical bills.   It is a good idea to understand some of your basic rights in case an accident happens.  Here are some helpful tips: What is Personal Injury? If … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Automotive, Featured Tagged With: Accident, Personal Injury

Will Not Wearing A Seat Belt Affect My Personal Injury Claim?

June 15, 2018 By Staff - p.s. Leave a Comment

Wearing a seat belt can save your life, but can it also save your personal injury case? If you’re hurt in a car accident that’s not your fault, you would like to be compensated for your damages. You may have expenses from medical bills, lost wages, and therapy. The concern is who’s to blame for injuries from the car accident if you didn’t wear your seat belt. Here we’ll explore seat belt laws and how they affect your personal injury case. Seat Belt Laws There are safety belt and car seat laws to prevent and reduce accident related injuries with motor vehicles. Most states require front and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles of Interest, Automotive Tagged With: car accident, car wreck, Personal Injury

Motorcycle Accident: What You Should Know

May 24, 2018 By Staff - p.s. Leave a Comment

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Motorcycle accident results usually end up worse than a car wreck. The level of protection drivers have around them is completely different. If your motorcycle wreck causes injuries that are not your fault, you deserve compensation. First you have to prove your case. Personal injury attorneys at Springer & Lyle have experience dealing with motorcycle victims. Here are a few things you should know before filing a claim. Get proper records at the scene of the accident Some people stereotype motorcyclist as being reckless or daredevils. That may make it more difficult to prove you’re the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles of Interest, Automotive Tagged With: motorcycle, motorcycle accident, Personal Injury

I Was In An Uber Car Accident, What Now?

May 17, 2018 By Staff - p.s. Leave a Comment

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Most people don’t think about an Uber car accident when they step foot in the vehicle. You’re just trying to get from point A to B.  If you experience the unexpected, take advice from Springer & Lyle on what to do after an Uber accident. Contact Emergency Responders Make sure police are there to write an accident report. You can have that as a record of what happened and what caused the accident. An ambulance should also be there to aid and/or transport those with injuries. Even if you don’t feel hurt, get medical attention anyway. It’s always good to be checked out and you could have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles of Interest, Automotive Tagged With: car accident, Uber

Accidents Caused By Inexperienced Truck Drivers

May 4, 2018 By Staff - p.s. Leave a Comment

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Inexperienced truck drivers is one of the leading causes of trucking accidents in Texas. There's a duty incumbent on every trucking company to properly screen and train their drivers. Drivers are responsible for 60 foot long tractor-trailers that weigh up to 80,000 pounds that are difficult to maneuver and require long stopping distances. If a trucking company breaches its duty to properly screen and train its drivers and a crash occurs because of that, the personal injury attorneys at Springer & Lyle want to work with you to have both the trucker and his employer held liable. Many … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Automotive, Featured, Truck Accidents Tagged With: inexperienced truck drivers, Springer & Lyle, Truck Accident, Truck Drivers, trucking accident

Do I Need To Hire An Attorney After A Truck Accident?

April 30, 2018 By Staff - p.s. Leave a Comment

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A truck accident can be costly for both parties. Personal injuries and damage may leave you wondering if you should hire an attorney. While you can file a claim for compensation on your own, it won’t always put you in the best position. Springer & Lyle shares several reasons why you may need to hire an attorney. Rules vary by state The law is rarely cut and dry. Rules can be different depending on the state or even the city. Some laws monitor how much you can get for personal injuries. Other rules may also have to do with the deadlines to file suit and provide notice. If you’re not … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles of Interest, Automotive, Truck Accidents Tagged With: Truck Accident, truck accident attorneys

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Articles of Interest

Honda Worldwide Recall of Sedans, Minivans, SUVs

By Deepa Seetharaman and Bernie Woodall of Reuters. Honda Motor Co Ltd plans to recall nearly 2 1/2 million vehicles: small SUVs, cars and minivans worldwide. This includes the popular Accord … [Read More...]

Hip Implant Complaints Increase, While Dangers Are Reviewed

By BARRY MEIER and JANET ROBERTS of the New York Times Published: August 22, 2011 The federal government has received a surge in complaints in recent months about failed hip replacements, suggesting … [Read More...]

Tragedy Brought on by Tainted Fruit

By Moni Basu, CNN William Beach was one of those people who fixated on certain foods. He would eat the same thing voraciously for a few days, and then, when he tired of the same tastes, he moved … [Read More...]

No Better Care, Thanks to Tort Reform

Published in The Texas Tribune by guest columnist, Charles M. Silver In 2006, Dr. Howard Marcus wrote that Texas’ 2003 tort reform statute sparked an “amazing turnaround” in which doctors came … [Read More...]

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