Unlicensed Driver

What Happens When an Unlicensed Driver Causes a Car Accident?

Despite Texas law that requires motorists to have a valid driver’s license, every day across the United States, hundreds of people are in car accidents with an unlicensed driver. This does not automatically mean that the unlicensed driver is at fault for the accident. At Springer & Lyle, we analyze the facts to…

Prenup and divorce

Do I Need a Prenup?

There seems to be a stigma against prenups. In reality, the process of preparing a prenuptial agreement gives you an opportunity to discuss finances in a transparent way you might not have done before. In addition, you can think of it as an insurance policy. You hope you never have to…

Importance of Estate Planning Covid

The Importance of Estate Planning During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Many people are resistant to estate planning. They may feel they can ignore the topic “until the time is right.” They think they have some time and can put it off until they are more in the mood. Unfortunately, there may not be that extra time they are counting on. COVID-19 Increases…

Community Property TX split

Is Community Property in Texas Always Split 50/50 In A Divorce?

Texas is a community property state, which means all property acquired by a couple during their marriage is considered to belong equally to them both. This appears that the community property should then be split 50/50 between the spouses, but this is not always the way it turns out. Texas law instructs the court…

Negligence and Gross Negligence

What is the Difference Between Negligence and Gross Negligence?

Every day, people are injured in accidents. They fall off ladders, trip and fall on debris on the sidewalk, are injured in vehicle accidents, and more. Often, the accidents are due to one person’s negligence. If you were injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another person, you may have heard…