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Top Five Things To Look For When Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney

June 12, 2020 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

Many lawyers hold themselves out as personal injury attorneys, but what are the top 5 things to look for in hiring a personal injury lawyer?  You’ll find all of those qualities here at Springer & Lyle.  Here’s what we have that other "personal injury lawyers" don’t. Experience You want somebody who focuses his or her practice on personal injury law and is respected by judges, insurance adjusters and defense attorneys.  Personal injury is a highly complex branch of the law.  A medical malpractice case is much different from an 18-wheeler case, workers’ … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles of Interest, Featured Tagged With: personal injury attorney, Springer & Lyle

The Effects Daylight Savings Time has on Accidents

March 11, 2020 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

At Springer & Lyle, we are aware of the danger lurking around the six days following the day we “spring forward” an hour. Numerous studies have shown that this is a time that car accidents increase when 48 out of the 50 states go on daylight savings time Effects of Losing One Hour of Sleep Moving the clock ahead in the spring deprives folks of one hour of sleep. This does not seem like much, but according to researchers, this loss “causes a significant disruption in sleep cycles.” When sleep cycles are interrupted, then people are drowsy. Drowsy driving can be as dangerous as … [Read more...]

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How To Handle and Avoid Accidents During the Holidays

December 23, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

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Truck and car accidents are common in the winter months, especially during the holidays. People are busy and more distracted than usual. It’s also easy to get caught up in the holiday cheer. At Springer & Lyle, your well-being is important to us not only during the holidays, but every day of the year. To stay safe, remember these tips on how to handle accidents during the holidays. Be Patient If you find yourself in a truck accident or car wreck, don’t be surprised about the wait time at the scene. The traffic and volume of emergency calls may interfere with the normal process. … [Read more...]

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I Have Been In An Accident: When Do I Call An Attorney?

July 31, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

The term car accidents covers a wide range of situations: they stretch from seemingly mild fender benders in parking lots to multi-car pile ups on highways. Regardless of the degree of drama involved, even the slightest accident can result in serious injury. Personal Injury attorneys at Springer & Lyle want to make sure that you have the best information available when making a decision. Often accidents occur out of the blue. Of course, when these situations happen, a victim may have a hard time remembering exactly what has happened. Many people wonder:  I have been hurt in an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured Tagged With: Accident, Springer & Lyle

Texting Is Not the Only Thing That Causes Drivers to Be Distracted

July 3, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

In 2018 in Texas, nearly 20 percent of all traffic accidents were caused by distracted drivers. That statistic has remained the same for five years, indicating drivers are simply not learning the driving behaviors they need to avoid. At Springer Lyle, our attorneys want to be sure you know what distracted driving is and to understand just how dangerous it can be. When people hear the phrase “distracted driving,” they generally assume it refers only to drivers who are texting or talking on the phone while driving. But, there is more to it than that. The National Highway Traffic Safety … [Read more...]

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Who Pays For A Personal Injury Case?

May 31, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

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When you file a personal injury claim, you’re expecting compensation for what you’ve lost. It could be a financial loss, loss of time, or a loss of quality of life due to injuries or mental anguish. Your primary focus is trying to be made whole. Springer & Lyle has first-hand experience with these types of claims and the breakdown of who pays for a personal injury case. Medical bills, lost wages, or pain and suffering are some types of compensation you can receive but there are also costs associated with a personal injury case. The most common expenses for personal injury claims are … [Read more...]

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Pre-Existing Conditions: How Do They Affect My Personal Injury Case

May 30, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

When you file a claim for compensation for injuries you suffered due to another’s negligence, one of the first things the insurance company for the defendant will do is ask for a copy of your medical records. The company will then comb through your records hoping to find you have a pre-existing condition they can blame for your injuries. Even if you do have a pre-existing condition, our attorneys at Springer & Lyle can still help you as long as you tell us about your prior medical history. Pre-Existing Conditions: The Eggshell Plaintiff It has long been the law that defendants take … [Read more...]

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How to Choose a Personal Injury Attorney

May 20, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

You may be suffering with medical bills, lost wages, and an uncertain future after being injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another. You know you need legal help, but not sure how to choose a personal injury attorney. Our attorneys at Springer & Lyle understand your confusion. We also understand that the attorneys who advertise the most just may not be the ones that will provide you the knowledge, experience, time and individual attention your case deserves. Here are just a few things you can do to help you choose the right attorney for you. Suggestions for Choosing a … [Read more...]

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How to Minimize Distracted Driving with Children

May 8, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

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Distracted driving is a bad habit for many travelers. It seems like we never take enough time to prepare for our activities. Operating a vehicle with other things occupying your focus or your mind is bad enough. What’s even worse is driving in a distracted state with children. Springer & Lyle has experience dealing with personal injury cases due to distracted driving. From what we’ve observed, here are some tips to avoid driving distracted with children. Prepare for your Day Before Getting in the Vehicle The car is not the place to hand out breakfast, review homework, or style your … [Read more...]

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Can Social Media Hurt My Personal Injury Case?

April 19, 2019 By Staff - s.r. Leave a Comment

Social media has become a popular means of communication these days. It’s so convenient that some use it more than talking on the phone. While it can be harmless, it can hurt you or others if used irresponsibly. When it comes to a personal injury case, you should be careful about your social media activity. What you post could influence the outcome of your case. Don’t do anything to discredit the fact that you’re injured Defending attorneys will do their jobs of fully investigating their opponent. Social media isn’t off limits for gathering evidence. Definitely don’t post pictures or … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured Tagged With: Personal Injury, social media, Springer & Lyle

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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 sedan. … [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 onto … [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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