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Do I Have a Slip and Fall Case?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadSlip and fall accidents are some of the most common types of injury, and in a retail store, where numerous hazardous exist that can contribute to a slip and fall, these accidents and lawsuits related to them are becoming almost ubiquitous. Indeed, a number of major retail stores, including Home Depot, Walmart, Walgreens, and Costco have all faced lawsuits […]
Grounds For Divorce in Virginia
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadGetting a divorce in Virginia is complicated. Indeed, not only is divorce in itself an emotional and frustrating thing to pursue, but the state of Virginia recognizes two distinct types of divorce and maintains “grounds” for divorce as well. This means that to get a divorce in the state, a divorce-seeking party must give grounds, […]
My Spouse Violated a Protective Order or Temporary Injunction
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadBeing the victim of violence or threat of violence can be terrifying. To protect those who are being abused, or who are the potential victims of violent acts, the state of Virginia offers several types of protective orders which are available to any party who is alleged to be a victim of any act involving […]
When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadInjuries happen all the time, but, just because injuries are common and are something that we can all related to does not mean that every injury warrants a personal injury claim. Indeed, how does one know when they should file a personal injury claim, and for that matter, when they should hire a personal injury attorney? If […]
I Hired a Personal Injury Attorney, Now What?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadIf you’ve suffered damages from another party’s negligence then hiring a personal injury attorney is a smart choice: an attorney can investigate your case, gather evidence, build your claim, present documentation to an insurance adjuster, negotiate for a settlement, and more. However, while claimants should expect their attorney to work hard on their behalf and handle the […]
Civil Remedies for Victims of Crimes
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadCrime news stories rarely tell us much about the victims, unfortunately. We are more likely to hear more about who was charged with committing the crimes. Sometimes we learn all sorts of information about how they were arrested, like what agencies were involved or how the bust came together, especially if anything unusual happened […]
How is Child Support Calculated in Virginia?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadThe way that child support is handled varies by states, and Virginia’s guidelines are outlined in the Virginia Code §20-108.2. There is a sophisticated mathematical formula that is used to figure out the child support payment for a case. How the formula is used depends on the custody arrangement between the parents. The different custody arrangements […]
What Should I Do if I’m Injured by an Aggressive Driver
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadDriving aggressively is one of the surest ways to cause an accident. Indeed, statistics show that aggressive driving may be the primary factor in more than 50 percent of fatal accidents. If you are involved in a crash involving an aggressive driver, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. At the law offices of […]
Holiday Car Accidents
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadThe holidays should be filled with joy, cheer, and time spent with family and friends. However, statistics show that for many, the holidays aren’t always as jolly as planned; the rate of car accident tends to spike during the holiday season. If you’ll be driving this holiday season, our lawyers urge you to exercise caution […]
NHTSA Releases 2016 Fatal Traffic Crash Data
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, P.C.Last month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released the 2016 Fatal Traffic Crash Data, which is an annual report of the deadly motor vehicle accidents each year in the United States. Sadly, the total number of deadly traffic crashes in 2016 increased 5.6% from the prior year, going from 35,485 in 2015 to […]