Tips For Driving In the Snow

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, share the best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it.

Don't go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination. If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure your car is prepared (TIPS), and that you know how to handle road conditions.

It's helpful to practice winter driving techniques in a snowy, open parking lot, so you're familiar with how your car handles. Consult your owner's manual for tips specific to your vehicle.

Driving safely on icy roads

1. Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you.
2. Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
3. Turn on your lights to increase your visibility to other motorists.
4. Keep your lights and windshield clean.
5. Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills.
6. Don't use cruise control or overdrive on icy roads.
7. Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and infrequently traveled roads, which will freeze first. Even at temperatures above freezing, if the conditions are wet, you might encounter ice in shady areas or on exposed roadways like bridges.
8. Don't pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and you're likely to find the road in front of them worse than the road behind.
9. Don't assume your vehicle can handle all conditions. Even four-wheel and front-wheel drive vehicles can encounter trouble on winter roads.

If your rear wheels skid:

1. Take your foot off the accelerator.
2. Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. If your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they're sliding right, steer right.
3. If your rear wheels start sliding the other way as you recover, ease the steering wheel toward that side. You might have to steer left and right a few times to get your vehicle completely under control.
4. If you have standard brakes, pump them gently.
5. If you have anti-lock brakes (ABS), do not pump the brakes. Apply steady pressure to the brakes. You will feel the brakes pulse — this is normal.

If your front wheels skid:

1. Take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral, but don't try to steer immediately.
2. As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As it does, steer in the direction you want to go. Then put the transmission in "drive" or release the clutch, and accelerate gently.

If you get stuck:

1. Do not spin your wheels. This will only dig you in deeper.
2. Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way.
3. Use a light touch on the gas, to ease your car out.
4. Use a shovel to clear snow away from the wheels and the underside of the car.
5. Pour sand, kitty litter, gravel or salt in the path of the wheels, to help get traction.
6. Try rocking your vehicle. (Check your owner's manual first — it can damage the transmission on some vehicles.) Shift from forward to reverse, and back again. Each time you're in gear, give a light touch on the gas until the vehicle gets going.
   Source: National Safety Council, New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, Washington State Government Information & Services & The Weather Channel.

The Aggressive Trial Lawyers at  Schlyer & Associates have the experience to represent you in many types of personal injury cases or other legal matters.

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents,casino accidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, casino injuries, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, slip and falls at stores, slip & falls at restaurants, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

If you believe you have a legal matter to discuss with us, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.

The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Griffith, Highland, Gary, Whiting, Munster, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, Valparaiso, Hebron, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  Many of the Aggressive Trial Lawyers at Schlyer & Associatesare licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

If you need a personal injury attorney or need to file a personal Affordable Bankruptcy, we are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, down the street from Excel Academies of Cosmetology, Ted's Imported Foods and Cosmo Prof (a distributor of beauty products to licensed professionals).

Posted by Attorney David R. Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225

Winter Driving - Drive Safely Northwest Indiana

Another snow storm is again approaching Northwest Indiana.  The lawyers and staff at Schlyer & Associates hope you will drive carefully again while the roads are snowy.

What should you do if you were injured and it was not your fault?
If you have been injured, please contact the law firm of Schlyer & Associates.  The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of injury and product cases and can represent you in your claim.

What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, slip and falls at restaurants, slip and falls at stores, boating accidents, casino injuries, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

How much will it cost me to hire a lawyer at Schlyer & Associates?
There is no fee unless successful.  If you believe you have a case or other legal matter, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.  Many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Schlyer & Associates Can Help You File an Affordable Bankruptcy
Many people have struggled financially and have had to make the decision to file an Affordable Bankruptcy. Remember, you are not alone and at Schlyer & Associates, you will not be judged or be made to feel embarrassed.  We are here to help.  We are a debt relief agency.

Please call the Northwest Indiana law firm of Schlyer & Associates at (219) 757-0225 to set up your free bankruptcy consultation with one of our Affordable Bankruptcy attorneys.  Dealing with financial difficulties can be a stressful time on you and your loved ones.   We will help you file an Affordable Bankruptcy.

I do not live near your office, can you still represent me?
Absolutely.  You can live just about anywhere and we can still represent you.  However, most of our clients do live near our office. The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Gary, Whiting Munster, Griffith, Highland, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Valparaiso, Hebron, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  It does not matter if your case is from Indiana or Illinois, since many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Where Can I Find the law office of Schlyer & Associates?
We are located at 200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana   46410.  We are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, across the street from the Merrillville Post Office, Cafe Fondue and the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce office.

Call us today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule your free meeting.  Injured?  Don't Settle For Less.

Remember, no personal injury fee unless successful.

Posted by Attorney David Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225
Indiana Lawyers

Ride A Motorcycle? Injured While Riding Your Motorcycle? Call Us Today!

Do your ride a motorcycle?  Were you injured while riding your motorcycle?

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, represent people injured in car / motorcycle crashes and accidents as well as other personal injury cases.  The law firm is located in Northwest Indiana, in Merrillville.  If necessary, law suits are brought against those people and entities that are responsible for your injuries.

If you were injured in a motorcycle accident and it was not your fault, please feel free to call Schlyer & Associates at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with one of our personal injury lawyers.

Here are some of the typical questions we are asked by our potential clients after they are injured.

What should you do if you were injured and it was not your fault?

If you have been injured, please contact the law firm of Schlyer & Associates.  The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of injury and product cases and can represent you in your claim.

What types of personal injury cases do you handle?

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, motorcycle crashes, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, train crashes, premises liability incidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, casino injuries, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

How much will it cost me to hire a lawyer at Schlyer & Associates?

There is no fee unless successful.  If you believe you have a case or other legal matter, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.  Many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

I do not live near your office, can you still represent me?

Absolutely.  You can live just about anywhere and we can still represent you.  However, most of our clients do live near our office. The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Gary, Whiting Munster, Griffith, Highland, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Valparaiso, Hebron, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  It does not matter if your case is from Indiana or Illinois, since many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Where Can I Find the law office of Schlyer & Associates?

We are located at 200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana   46410.  We are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, across the street from the Merrillville Post Office, Cafe Fondue and the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce office.

Call us today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule your free meeting.  Injured?  Don't Settle For Less.

Remember, no personal injury fee unless successful.

Posted by Attorney David Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225

Safety Tips For Fireworks - For A Safe 4th of July Celebration

If you purchase legal fireworks this upcoming holiday season, Schlyer & Associatesurges you to please follow these safety steps from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission:

• Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them.
• Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks. Parents may not realize that young children suffer injuries from sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees-hot enough to melt some metals.
• Always have an adult closely supervise fireworks activities if older children are allowed to handle devices.
• Avoid buying fireworks that are packaged in brown paper because this is often a sign that the fireworks were made for professional displays and that they could pose a danger to consumers.
• Never place any part of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse. Back up to a safe distance immediately after lighting fireworks.
• Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.
• Never try to relight or handle malfunctioning fireworks. Soak them with water and throw them away.
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
• Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly.
• Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.
• After fireworks complete their burning, douse the spent device with plenty of water from a bucket or hose before discarding it to prevent a trash fire.

What should you do if you were injured and it was not your fault?

If you have been injured, please contact the law firm of Schlyer & Associates.  The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of injury and product cases and can represent you in your claim.

What types of personal injury cases do you handle?

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

How much will it cost me to hire a lawyer at Schlyer & Associates?

There is no fee unless successful.  If you believe you have a case or other legal matter, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.  Many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Schlyer & Associates Can Help You File an Affordable Bankruptcy

Many people have struggled financially and have had to make the decision to file an Affordable Bankruptcy. Remember, you are not alone and at Schlyer & Associates, you will not be judged or be made to feel embarrassed.  We are here to help.  We are a debt relief agency.

Please call the Northwest Indiana law firm of Schlyer & Associates at (219) 757-0225 to set up your free bankruptcy consultation with one of our Affordable Bankruptcy attorneys.  Dealing with financial difficulties can be a stressful time on you and your loved ones.   We will help you file an Affordable Bankruptcy.

I do not live near your office, can you still represent me?

Absolutely.  You can live just about anywhere and we can still represent you.  However, most of our clients do live near our office. The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Gary, Whiting Munster, Griffith, Highland, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Valparaiso, Hebron, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  It does not matter if your case is from Indiana or Illinois, since many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Where Can I Find the law office of Schlyer & Associates?

We are located at 200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana   46410.  We are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, across the street from the Merrillville Post Office, Cafe Fondue and the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce office.

Call us today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule your free meeting.  Injured?  Don't Settle For Less.

Remember, no personal injury fee unless successful.

Posted by Attorney David Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225

Snow Weather Again Will Return to Northwest Indiana - Drive Carefully

Another snow storm is again approaching Northwest Indiana.  The lawyers and staff at Schlyer & Associates hope you will drive carefully again while the roads are snowy.

What should you do if you were injured and it was not your fault?
If you have been injured, please contact the law firm of Schlyer & Associates.  The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of injury and product cases and can represent you in your claim.

What types of personal injury cases do you handle?
The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, slip and falls at restaurants, slip and falls at stores, boating accidents, casino injuries, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

How much will it cost me to hire a lawyer at Schlyer & Associates?
There is no fee unless successful.  If you believe you have a case or other legal matter, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.  Many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Schlyer & Associates Can Help You File an Affordable Bankruptcy
Many people have struggled financially and have had to make the decision to file an Affordable Bankruptcy. Remember, you are not alone and at Schlyer & Associates, you will not be judged or be made to feel embarrassed.  We are here to help.  We are a debt relief agency.

Please call the Northwest Indiana law firm of Schlyer & Associates at (219) 757-0225 to set up your free bankruptcy consultation with one of our Affordable Bankruptcy attorneys.  Dealing with financial difficulties can be a stressful time on you and your loved ones.   We will help you file an Affordable Bankruptcy.

I do not live near your office, can you still represent me?
Absolutely.  You can live just about anywhere and we can still represent you.  However, most of our clients do live near our office. The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Gary, Whiting Munster, Griffith, Highland, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Valparaiso, Hebron, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  It does not matter if your case is from Indiana or Illinois, since many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Where Can I Find the law office of Schlyer & Associates?
We are located at 200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana   46410.  We are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, across the street from the Merrillville Post Office, Cafe Fondue and the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce office.

Call us today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule your free meeting.  Injured?  Don't Settle For Less.

Remember, no personal injury fee unless successful.

Posted by Attorney David Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225
Indiana Lawyers

Due to Strangulation Hazard Vans Recalls Boy’s Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Lawyers Warn

The Merrillville based personal injury law firm of Schlyer & Associates, P.C., the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, warn of a recall issued by Vans of 2,400 of their AV Edict hooded jackets for boys. They were sold in boy’s sizes S, M, L and XL and made from black cotton or black canvas with a drawstring through the hood.  “Vans®” is printed on a tab above the jacket’s left front pocket. An intertwined “AV” logo is embroidered in black beneath the lower right pocket and also appears on the jacket’s snaps.  “Vans®,” “OFF THE WALL®” and an intertwined “AV” logo is sewn on a label inside neck of the jacket, according to the recall notice posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The recalled jackets were sold at Vans stores nationwide and online at vans.com from September 2012 through September 2013 for about $90. If you or a loved one has one of the recalled jackets, you should take the recalled jackets away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or for a repair.

The Aggressive Trial Lawyers at  Schlyer & Associates have the experience to represent you in many types of personal injury cases or other legal matters.

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents,casino accidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, casino injuries, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

If you believe you have a legal matter to discuss with us, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.

The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Griffith, Highland, Gary, Whiting, Munster, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, Valparaiso, Hebron, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  Many of the Aggressive Trial Lawyers at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

If you need a personal injury attorney or need to file a personal Affordable Bankruptcy, we are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, down the street from Excel Academies of Cosmetology, Ted's Imported Foods and Cosmo Prof (a distributor of beauty products to licensed professionals).

Posted by Attorney David R. Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225

Injured? Car Crash? Truck Crash? Need Representation? Call The Aggressive Trial Lawyers Today!

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, represent people injured in car / truck crashes and accidents as well as other personal injury cases.  The law firm is located in Northwest Indiana, in Merrillville.  If necessary, law suits are brought against those people and entities that are responsible for your injuries.

If you were injured in an accident and it was not your fault, please feel free to call Schlyer & Associates at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with one of our personal injury lawyers.

Here are some of the typical questions we are asked by our potential clients after they are injured.

What should you do if you were injured and it was not your fault?

If you have been injured, please contact the law firm of Schlyer & Associates.  The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of injury and product cases and can represent you in your claim.

What types of personal injury cases do you handle?

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, train crashes, premises liability incidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, casino injuries, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

How much will it cost me to hire a lawyer at Schlyer & Associates?

There is no fee unless successful.  If you believe you have a case or other legal matter, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.  Many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associatesare licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Schlyer & Associates Can Help You File an Affordable Bankruptcy

Many people have struggled financially and have had to make the decision to file an Affordable Bankruptcy. Remember, you are not alone and at Schlyer & Associates, you will not be judged or be made to feel embarrassed.  We are here to help.  We are a debt relief agency.

Please call the Northwest Indiana law firm of Schlyer & Associates at (219) 757-0225 to set up your free bankruptcy consultation with one of our Affordable Bankruptcy attorneys.  Dealing with financial difficulties can be a stressful time on you and your loved ones.   We will help you file an Affordable Bankruptcy.

I do not live near your office, can you still represent me?

Absolutely.  You can live just about anywhere and we can still represent you.  However, most of our clients do live near our office. The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Gary, Whiting Munster, Griffith, Highland, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Valparaiso, Hebron, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  It does not matter if your case is from Indiana or Illinois, since many of the attorneys at Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Where Can I Find the law office of Schlyer & Associates?

We are located at 200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana   46410.  We are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, across the street from the Merrillville Post Office, Cafe Fondue and the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce office.

Call us today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule your free meeting.  Injured?  Don't Settle For Less.

Remember, no personal injury fee unless successful.

Posted by Attorney David Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225

Schlyer & Associates Shares Winter Driving Tips

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, share the best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it.

Don't go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination. If you must drive in snowy conditions, make sure your car is prepared (TIPS), and that you know how to handle road conditions.

It's helpful to practice winter driving techniques in a snowy, open parking lot, so you're familiar with how your car handles. Consult your owner's manual for tips specific to your vehicle.

Driving safely on icy roads

1. Decrease your speed and leave yourself plenty of room to stop. You should allow at least three times more space than usual between you and the car in front of you.
2. Brake gently to avoid skidding. If your wheels start to lock up, ease off the brake.
3. Turn on your lights to increase your visibility to other motorists.
4. Keep your lights and windshield clean.
5. Use low gears to keep traction, especially on hills.
6. Don't use cruise control or overdrive on icy roads.
7. Be especially careful on bridges, overpasses and infrequently traveled roads, which will freeze first. Even at temperatures above freezing, if the conditions are wet, you might encounter ice in shady areas or on exposed roadways like bridges.
8. Don't pass snow plows and sanding trucks. The drivers have limited visibility, and you're likely to find the road in front of them worse than the road behind.
9. Don't assume your vehicle can handle all conditions. Even four-wheel and front-wheel drive vehicles can encounter trouble on winter roads.

If your rear wheels skid:

1. Take your foot off the accelerator.
2. Steer in the direction you want the front wheels to go. If your rear wheels are sliding left, steer left. If they're sliding right, steer right.
3. If your rear wheels start sliding the other way as you recover, ease the steering wheel toward that side. You might have to steer left and right a few times to get your vehicle completely under control.
4. If you have standard brakes, pump them gently.
5. If you have anti-lock brakes (ABS), do not pump the brakes. Apply steady pressure to the brakes. You will feel the brakes pulse — this is normal.

If your front wheels skid:

1. Take your foot off the gas and shift to neutral, but don't try to steer immediately.
2. As the wheels skid sideways, they will slow the vehicle and traction will return. As it does, steer in the direction you want to go. Then put the transmission in "drive" or release the clutch, and accelerate gently.

If you get stuck:

1. Do not spin your wheels. This will only dig you in deeper.
2. Turn your wheels from side to side a few times to push snow out of the way.
3. Use a light touch on the gas, to ease your car out.
4. Use a shovel to clear snow away from the wheels and the underside of the car.
5. Pour sand, kitty litter, gravel or salt in the path of the wheels, to help get traction.
6. Try rocking your vehicle. (Check your owner's manual first — it can damage the transmission on some vehicles.) Shift from forward to reverse, and back again. Each time you're in gear, give a light touch on the gas until the vehicle gets going.
   Source: National Safety Council, New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, Washington State Government Information & Services & The Weather Channel.

The Aggressive Trial Lawyers at  Schlyer & Associates have the experience to represent you in many types of personal injury cases or other legal matters.

The attorneys at Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents,casino accidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, casino injuries, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, slip and falls at stores, slip & falls at restaurants, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

If you believe you have a legal matter to discuss with us, please contact Schlyer & Associates today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.

The lawyers at Schlyer & Associates routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Griffith, Highland, Gary, Whiting, Munster, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, Valparaiso, Hebron, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  Many of the Aggressive Trial Lawyers at Schlyer & Associatesare licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

If you need a personal injury attorney or need to file a personal Affordable Bankruptcy, we are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, down the street from Excel Academies of Cosmetology, Ted's Imported Foods and Cosmo Prof (a distributor of beauty products to licensed professionals).

Posted by Attorney David R. Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225

True Innovations Recalls Prestigio Office Chairs Sold Only at Office Depot

The attorneys at the Northwest Indiana personal injury law firm of Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, are warning of a recall issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission of Realspace Soho Prestigio High-Back Leather Chairs sold by Office Depot.

According to the recall notice, the seat plate can break, posing fall and injury hazards to consumers.

Picture from the recall notice.

The recalled chairs were sold only at Office Depot retail stores nationwide and online at OfficeDepot.com from October 2008 through February 2011 for about $250.

If you have one of the recalled chairs, you should immediately stop using the chairs and contact True Innovations at (800) 379-9773 for a free seat repair kit including a replacement seat plate and an installation tool.

The Aggressive Trial Lawyers at    Schlyer & Associates  have the experience to represent you in many types of personal injury cases or other legal matters.

The attorneys at   Schlyer & Associates  have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents,casino accidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, casino injuries, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

If you believe you have a legal matter to discuss with us, please contact   Schlyer & Associates  today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.

The lawyers at   Schlyer & Associates  routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Griffith, Highland, Gary, Whiting, Munster, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, Valparaiso, Hebron, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  Many of the Aggressive Trial Lawyers at  Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

If you need a personal injury attorney or need to file a personal Affordable Bankruptcy, we are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, down the street from Excel Academies of Cosmetology, Ted's Imported FoodsandCosmo Prof (a distributor of beauty products to licensed professionals).

Posted by Attorney David R. Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225

Range Rider Ride-on Toy Cars Recalled

The attorneys at the Northwest Indiana personal injury law firm of Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, are warning of a recall issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission of certain Range Rider Ride-On Toy Cars.

The recalled cars were imported by Bluestem Brands, Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn., owner of Fingerhut and Gettington.

According to the recall notice, the battery can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Photograph from the recall notice.

This recall involves battery-powered Range Rider ride-on toy cars with an off-road vehicle body style and plastic tires. The ride-on cars were sold in pink and tan colors.

The recalled cars were sold through Fingerhut catalogs and online at Fingerhut.com and Gettington.com from September 2010 through May 2012 for between $200 and $230.

If you have one of the recalled cars you should immediately stop using the recalled ride-on toy cars and remove the battery and contact Bluestem at (866) 931-5417 for a full refund of the purchase price plus reimbursement for shipping and handling. The firm is directly contacting those who purchased the recalled ride-on toy cars.

What should you do if you were injured and it was not your fault?

If you have been injured, please contact the law firm of  Schlyer & Associates .  The attorneys at   Schlyer & Associates have experience in many types of injury and product cases and can represent you in your claim.

What types of personal injury cases do you handle?

The attorneys at  Schlyer & Associates, the Aggressive Trial Lawyers, have experience in many types of personal injury cases.  For example, the lawyers at Schlyer & Associates represent individuals hurt in car accidents, bus accidents, truck accidents, car crashes, collisions, plane crashes, slip and falls, premises liability incidents, train accidents, intersection accidents, boating accidents, casino injuries, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bike accidents, medical malpractice, nursing errors, hospital negligence, surgical mistakes, burns, amputations, brain injuries, medication errors, pharmacy errors, premises liability, workers compensation, construction accidents, industrial accidents, traffic accidents, wrongful death claims, explosions, FELA cases, defective products, product liability, negligence claims and many other injury cases.  Many cases are settled before a law suit is filed.  If not, the attorneys will work with you to prepare your case for trial and seek a jury verdict to compensate you for your harms and losses.

How much will it cost me to hire a lawyer at Schlyer & Associates?

There is no fee unless successful.  If you believe you have a case or other legal matter, please contact   Schlyer & Associates  today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule a free meeting with an Aggressive Trial Lawyer to discuss the compensation and recovery you may be entitled to receive.  Many of the attorneys at   Schlyer & Associates are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Schlyer & Associates Can Help You File an Affordable Bankruptcy

Many people have struggled financially and have had to make the decision to file an Affordable Bankruptcy. Remember, you are not alone and at   Schlyer & Associates , you will not be judged or be made to feel embarrassed.  We are here to help.  We are a debt relief agency.

Please call the Northwest Indiana law firm of   Schlyer & Associates  at (219) 757-0225 to set up your free bankruptcy consultation with one of our Affordable Bankruptcy attorneys.  Dealing with financial difficulties can be a stressful time on you and your loved ones.   We will help you file an Affordable Bankruptcy.

I do not live near your office, can you still represent me?

Absolutely.  You can live just about anywhere and we can still represent you.  However, most of our clients do live near our office. The lawyers at   Schlyer & Associates  routinely represents clients that live in Lake County or Porter County, Indiana, including the communities of Hammond, East Chicago, Gary, Whiting Munster, Griffith, Highland, Dyer, St. John, Schererville, Cedar Lake, Lake Station, Crown Point, Merrillville, Hobart, New Chicago, Lowell, Lake Dalecarlia, Winfield, Miller, Lake Village, Valparaiso, Hebron, Dune Acres, Kouts, Odgen Dunes, Chesterton, Town of Pines, Portage, Porter, Wheeler, South Haven or Beverly Shores as well as in the greater Chicago, Illinois area.  It does not matter if your case is from Indiana or Illinois, since many of the attorneys at  Schlyer & Associates  are licensed in both in Indiana and Illinois.

Where Can I Find the law office of Schlyer & Associates?

We are located at 200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana   46410.  We are conveniently located near the intersection of Broadway and U.S. 30 in Merrillville, Indiana, across the street from the Merrillville Post Office, Cafe Fondue and the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce office.

Call us today at (219) 757-0225 to schedule your free meeting.  Injured?  Don't Settle For Less.

Remember, no personal injury fee unless successful.

Posted by Attorney David Novak

200 West 80th Place, Merrillville, Indiana (219) 757-0225