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I was Hurt on Someone Else’s Property: What are My Options?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadDuring any given week, most individuals spend numerous hours away from their home and on other peoples’ property. They spend time at work, out shopping, dining at restaurants, and attending get-togethers with neighbors, family members, and friends. Sometimes, accidents happen while you are on someone else’s property. In many cases, these are minor incidents without […]
The Role of an Expert Witness in an Injury Case
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadWhen someone is pursing a personal injury case, there are a lot of factors that play into the success of the case and the ability to obtain full and fair compensation. The facts and evidence of the case should be well-documented. There should be a detailed report of what happened, photographs, video footage (if available), […]
Spinal Cord Injuries: What you Need to Know
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadSpinal cord injuries (SCIs) can be very frightening for victims and their families. When you lose the ability to control a certain area of your body, you suddenly find yourself dependent on others for various functions you once took for granted. Symptoms that often accompany this condition include numbness, tingling, and loss of sensation in […]
Visitation and the Holidays
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadThe holidays are coming up, and this is the time when families want to spend as much time as they can with each other. This can create tension among divorced couples or couples living separately who have children together. Naturally, both parents want to have the child(ren) for the holidays, and the kids usually want […]
Slip & Fall accidents – What is the Liability of a Retail Store?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadEach year, thousands of individuals are injured in slip and fall accidents. These accidents can occur almost anywhere, and many of them are minor. Some slips, trips, and falls can result in serious and catastrophic injuries, however. These include: Head Injuries Traumatic Brain Injuries Spinal Cord Injuries Fractures/Broken Bones Soft Tissue Injuries Slip and Fall […]
5 Things You Should Do Immediately After a Car Accident
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadBeing involved in a car accident can be a traumatic experience, especially if you are seriously injured. A collision with another vehicle or object puts you in a startled state, with countless thoughts simultaneously running through your head. When this occurs, it is important to remain as calm as possible and take some immediate steps […]
What is the Best Way to Remain Informed when Working with an Attorney?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadWhen you retain an attorney for a personal injury, family law, or other type of legal matter, you have the right to expect that your lawyer will keep you informed of what is going on with your case. Attorneys have an ethical obligation to keep their clients informed, and you should insist on communication and […]
Tips for Keeping School Kids Safe at the Bus Stop
/by Olmstead & Olmstead, PCFall has arrived, and millions of children throughout Virginia are back in school. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), students are 70 times more likely to get to school safely riding a school bus than riding in a passenger vehicle. Two of the main reasons are that buses are larger vehicles and […]
Can I Modify my Child Support in Virginia?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadDuring a Virginia divorce involving children, child support is usually spelled out in the property settlement agreement. In paternity cases in which the parents were never married, the courts may order the non-custodial parent to pay support. The amount of support paid is calculated based on several factors; such as the monthly gross income of […]
Can I Modify my Alimony in Virginia?
/by Olmstead & OlmsteadWhen a marriage is dissolved in Virginia, spousal support is often awarded by court decree or negotiated into the settlement. Also referred to as alimony or spousal maintenance, spousal support is especially common in cases in which one spouse earns all (or the majority of) the income and the other does not have the skills […]