Everyone filing for a divorce engages in a contest in most cases, especially when there are children or family assets involved. There are, however, some situations where the party filing for the divorce can achieve their objectives without contesting. Most people ask why they need a lawyer in an uncontested divorce case. The guide below explains the why and how a lawyer in an uncontested divorce case can still be helpful.

They Help Point Out the Legal Issues You Missed

In most cases, the couple agrees on an uncontested divorce to avoid going to court. While this is cost-effective and time-efficient, there are several legal issues you might miss. Working with an experienced divorce lawyer becomes paramount as you point out typical issues that arise in many cases. This gives you leverage over your decisions and creates an avenue for you to contest. When you identify the legal issues, … Read More

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), the most common type of car crash is a rear-end collision. Rear-end collisions make up 29% of all car crashes. Fortunately, rear-end collisions are rarely fatal. They will injure you and damage your vehicle, but not kill you. Here is an overview of the most common causes of rear-end collisions and who bears responsibility for them.

Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is one of the most common causes of accidents in the U.S. In Massachusetts, distracted driving increased by 170% over just three years between 2014-16.

Distracted driving causes rear-end collisions because it lengthens your stopping distance. Your stopping distance includes your reaction distance plus your braking distance. Your braking distance will depend on your speed, the quality of your brakes, and the weight of your car. In other words, it is a physical characteristic of your vehicle.

But your reaction distance … Read More

Driving is the most convenient method of getting around. Whether you’re driving to work, school, or even on a road trip, your vehicle is one of the most reliable ways to get to your destination. Unfortunately, car accidents do happen and, fortunately, most are minor. However, some crashes are serious and cause serious injuries to drivers and passengers.

Most people know what to do after an accident, such as calling the police and getting contact information. Some people may not know that if you have an accident, the negligent driver must pay your medical bills and other damages. Here are some things you shouldn’t do to make sure you get the compensation you deserve for your injuries.

1. Don’t trust the other driver to pay for the damages

Sometimes the driver responsible for the accident tries to avoid contact with the police and the insurance company. You may be … Read More

Automating the legal process surrounding auto accidents can have several benefits. If you do not want to keep manual records in order or would rather not spend your days hunting down car parts and evaluating damage estimates, you will need to automate the process. Thankfully, it is easy. Here are some reasons why automation is worth the effort.

Can Save Valuable Time

First of all, automating the legal process can save valuable time for any Lancaster auto accident attorney. If you are a small business owner with only one person working on an accident, you may have to do everything by hand. Instead of writing up estimates and sending them to insurers and customers, you can spend that time doing what you do best: making deals with businesses. However, if your business is large or has many employees, investing in a program that handles these tasks for you is … Read More