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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 […]
Who Is at Fault for a Multi-Vehicle Accident?
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCDetermining fault in a car accident is often difficult, even when there are only two vehicles involved in the collision. Not surprisingly, it becomes far more challenging to establish fault when multiple vehicles are involved in a crash. Establishing Responsibility in Multiple Vehicle Collisions In order to adjust claims and resolve disputes, it is essential […]
How a Criminal Record Can Impact Your Personal Injury Claim
/by Olmstead & Olmstead PCIf you have a past criminal conviction, it does not preclude you from the right to receive fair compensation for damages you sustained due to another’s negligence. Your previous criminal record may not come out at all during your personal injury lawsuit. The opposing counsel can only reference your past directly if it is pertinent […]
Tips for Avoiding a Pedestrian Accident in Virginia
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCIn any accident with a truck or car, a person walking beside the road or crossing an intersection on foot is susceptible to serious injuries. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) indicates that pedestrians account for nearly 16 percent of all traffic deaths annually, translating into thousands of pedestrian deaths each year. The following […]
How Social Media Activity Can Impact your Legal Case
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCIn today’s digital world, most of us have a seemingly insatiable desire to stay connected. For many, social media is an integral part of their daily life. They log into their favorite social media platforms first thing in the morning and several times throughout the day. They post status updates, read and comment on other […]
What Happens if I Can’t Pay My Child Support Because of COVID-19?
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCThe coronavirus outbreak has not only turned out to be one of the deadliest pandemics in our nation’s history, the effects of it have also been devastating to the economy. Millions of Americans have lost their jobs or been forced to temporarily close their businesses, and although Virginia and other states are now in the […]
How does a personal injury lawyer get paid?
/by Olmstead & Olmstead PCWhen you need to hire a personal injury lawyer, one of your main concerns is likely what it’s going to cost. You know you need representation, but you may not know what to expect, especially if this is your first time hiring one. It’s important to know the reasons why you would need a personal […]
Domestic Violence Surges with Coronavirus
/by Olmstead& Olmstead PCAround the world countries are reporting a rise in domestic violence. Authorities have said this is hardly surprising. Reports of domestic violence always increase when families spend more time together. For this reason intimate partner violence hotlines often see an increase in call volume during the holidays. The same is true of most cities around […]
Do I Have a Personal Injury Case?
/by Tim OlmsteadWhen you get injured due to an accident or other circumstance, it can be difficult to determine whether you have a personal injury case on your hands or not. There are certain requirements that a case must meet to be considered a personal injury case. Let’s take a look at the criteria. What Incidents are […]
10 Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer
/by Tim OlmsteadWhen you’ve been injured and need the help of a personal injury lawyer, you want to be sure that you are handing your case to the right person. You want someone who will not only have your best interests in mind, but also someone who is experienced in your type of case. Personal injury lawyers […]