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Are You Still Eligible for Compensation If You Did Not Have Your Seatbelt on During a Crash in Virginia?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadWearing a seatbelt is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself inside of a vehicle. It significantly decreases your chances of being severely or fatally injured in a car accident, but there are still many people who prefer not to wear a seatbelt as a rider or driver. If you choose not to wear […]
What Happens If You Are a Passenger in an Uber Accident?
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCIf you are the victim of an Uber accident while riding as a passenger, your rights to seek and recover compensation for your injuries take the utmost priority, before anyone else who sustained injuries in the accident. You may file a claim for your injuries and other damages against Uber, regardless of whether the Uber […]
How Divorce Affects Your Student Loan Debt in Virginia
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCFor the most part, people are unprepared for the financial ramifications of a divorce. Although the emotional fallout from a divorce tends to overshadow the financial issues, it’s paramount to address money matters too. If you are going through divorce proceedings, you must understand the repercussions it will have on any student loan debt either […]
Navigating a Home Transfer During a Virginia Divorce
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCDivision of property in a divorce is mostly a contentious issue. In particular, a thorny question in a divorce can be who gets the family home. This can often become a cause of discord and disagreements between the divorcing parties. Marital Property vs. Separate Property under Virginia Law Any income earned or assets amassed, by […]
The Tax Consequences of a High Asset Divorce
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCGetting a divorce can be a highly stressful and emotionally taxing process. Apart from having to come to terms with a failed marriage, you also have to deal with the tax issues stemming from the divorce – especially if you and your spouse happen to own a substantial amount of assets. Division of Assets in […]
What Percentage of Personal Injury Cases Go to Trial?
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCAccording to the US Department of Justice and the Bureau of Justice Statistics Bulletin, merely 4% to 5% of the personal injury cases in the country go in front of a jury. This means that roughly 95% of cases are resolved out of court. If you have filed a personal injury case, the court will […]
How Does Mediation Work During a Divorce?
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCDivorce mediation refers to an alternative dispute resolution process that is available to couples to settle their differences on specific matters in a divorce. In some cases, the divorcing spouses may decide to try mediation. A judge may also order mediation for the couple in a divorce. It is vital to understand how mediation works […]
Coping with the Emotional Impact of a Personal Injury
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCThe first priority of a vehicle accident victim should always be to focus on their physical and emotional recovery. Based on the severity of the injuries, the recovery period may be prolonged and extensive. During the recovery period, you may not be able to work. The more severe the injury, the longer it will take […]
Delayed Injuries from a Car Accident
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCThe speed and force involved in automobile collisions are so great that it is no surprise that the outcomes can be devastating. However, at times, you could suffer an injury and not realize it. Some injuries do not manifest immediately, and pain after a vehicle crash can be delayed for days or even weeks. Victims […]
Are Personal Injury Settlements Considered Marital Property in a Divorce?
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCCouples going through a divorce can sometimes be involved in accidents or other events that cause injury. What happens when a spouse sustains injuries due to a third-party’s negligence, files a personal injury claim, and collects a substantial settlement? Will the other spouse be entitled to at least a part of the settlement amount if […]