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Common Causes of Delivery Vehicle Accidents
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadDelivery vehicles play an integral part of life in Manassas and the surrounding areas, making it easy to get everything from prescription medications and clothing to ready-to-eat food and household supplies. Delivery drivers are expected to meet high safe driving standards, and most do. But when they drop the ball, disaster may follow. The uptick […]
Getting Prepared When Divorce is Your New Year’s Resolution
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadAs 2024 approaches, you’ve probably spent lots of time thinking about your resolutions and goals. For many people, having divorce as a New Year’s resolution might sound strange—but anyone who’s been trapped in a bad marriage and made it out to the other side understands. If this is the year that you want to start […]
Establishing Paternity and Its Impact on Child Support and Custody
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadEstablishing paternity is a critical step in both seeking child support and giving a father visitation or custody rights to his child. This decision affects not just the parents in question, but the child at the very heart of the matter. There are multiple ways to establish paternity, and working with an experienced Manassas family […]
Tips for Preventing Winter Car Accidents
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadWinter is some Virginians’ favorite time of year, bringing snow, holiday memories, and occasionally a day off of school or work. Unfortunately, states with snowfall also see a significant increase in car accidents in the winter months. As a driver, how can you keep yourself and your family safe? You obviously can’t avoid going out […]
Watch Out for Deer on VA Roads: How to Stay Safe as the Days Get Shorter
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadIf fall is your favorite season, you’re not alone—the kids go back to school, and it’s a time for pumpkin patches and cozy sweaters. This is also the busiest time of year for deer, meaning that you’re at a heightened risk of a deer-related car accident on Virginia roads. Learn more about how common deer […]
Pet Custody Battles in Divorce
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadDivorce is full of painful and life-changing decisions. While everyone expects to discuss child custody and the division of assets, another topic has gained traction in recent years: the family pet. To loving pet owners, pets aren’t a piece of property; they are family members. If you’re getting divorced, it is important to know what […]
Can an IRA Be Cashed Out During a Divorce?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadWhether you’re considering pulling from your IRA during a divorce or you need to transfer IRA funds as part of your divorce agreement, it is crucial to know the potential consequences. There is a right way to handle retirement fund transfers as part of a divorce, and taking a DIY approach can lead to hefty […]
How to Prove Negligence in a Personal Injury Case
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadMany personal injury claims are heavily based on the idea of negligence. In many situations, it’s not enough that you were harmed; if you want to seek compensation, you have to prove that someone’s negligence was the cause of your injury. Proving negligence can be complicated, but with the right personal injury lawyer, you can […]
The Effects of Digital Life and Social Media on Divorce
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadThe Internet has drastically and irreversibly changed every aspect of our daily lives. It has also affected how we build relationships—or end them. Your presence on social media and how you use the Internet could profoundly impact your divorce process and co-parenting experience. Find out more about how your digital life and social media may […]
Why You Shouldn’t Give an Insurance Adjuster Your Health History
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadWhen you’re considering a personal injury claim, you have a limited window of time before the other party’s insurance adjuster contacts you. Once they call you, you may be surprised at the questions they ask. They’re good at getting information out of people, so you may feel like cooperating—but what happens when they ask for […]