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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 […]
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 […]