In this episode, Brandon Osterbind talks about a new law in Virginia. This new law is not the sexiest one out there or really even that political. But this new law will help real injury victims who need to resolve their cases faster. 

In this episode, you will learn: 

• How to choose the right court to file your claim in, 
• How Virginia's system is set up to optimize case results, and 
• How this might apply to you. 

Show Notes: 

• Episode 008 -  The Virginia Court System Explained
• Case Value Settlement Calculator
• Contact Us

In this episode, Brandon Osterbind talks about a new Virginia Supreme Court case that ruled in favor of the plaintiff. The issue was the bias of an expert witness because of the vast amount of money paid to the doctor by State Farm, the insurance company.

Show Notes: 

• You can learn more about what types of injury and disability work we do here: www.osterbindlaw.com 
• Here is the opinion from the Virginia Supreme Court: Graves v. Shoemaker

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In this episode, Brandon Osterbind dives deep into the question that absolutely needs to be answered. At Osterbind Law, PLLC we talk a lot about using technology in our practice to help add value for our clients. In this episode, Brandon will explore

1. What tools we use to make our lives better,
2. What tools we use to make our clients lives better, 
3. Where we see the future of the practice of law going with respect to technology, 
4. And, why even other lawyers call us and ask us for advice with their technology. 

Brandon referenced a few articles that you may be interested in reviewing: 

1. MyCase Profile on Brandon Osterbind
2. Osterbind Law client portal
3. Litt Software - Trial Pad Featured Pro: Brandon Osterbind

In this episode, Brandon Osterbind discusses why lawyers use the contingency fee arrangement compared to flat fees or hourly fees. At the beginning of this conversation, though, Brandon discusses where we are in the midst of the coronavirus in Virginia as it relates to jury trials and court hearings. 

Show Notes: 

1. The Bill of Rights - 7th Amendment To The Constitution
2. The Sixth Order Declaring a Judicial Emergency
3. The Ninth Order Declaring a Judicial Emergency
4. Approved Plans to Restart Jury Trials - Listed by Court
5. Virginia Medical Malpractice Cap Statute
6. Why Lawyers Require Contingency Fee Arrangements 

In this episode, Brandon Osterbind speaks about a few of the reasons that other lawyers send us injury and disability cases and why he sends other cases to other lawyers. 

Show Notes: 

1. If you are interested in sending us a referral, use this page and the contact form. 
2. To learn what our clients say about us, you can see our reviews here. 
3. If you are curious about some of our case successes, we list them out here.

In this episode, Brandon Osterbind explains how the court system in Virginia is set up and where certain cases start and end. The Virginia Court system is somewhat nuanced and complicated when it comes to certain cases going to certain courts. This primer will help you understand what court your case will go into and why.

Show notes: 

1. Virginia Code § 16.1-88.2
2. Virginia Code § 8.01-195.4
3. Virginia Code § 16.1-77
4. Virginia Code § 17.1-513
5. Virginia Courts Diagram

In this episode, Brandon Osterbind goes into great detail discussing the ways you can better handle large lump sums of money after winning your case. You could have a personal injury case, ERISA disability case, workers compensation case, it doesn't matter. These simple strategies will lead you to financial success over the course of your entire life instead of wasting money. You will be able to better apply those resources to improve your life.

Show Notes: 

1. Thomas Road Baptist Church - Financial Peace University
2. Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey (affiliate link)
3. Retire Inspired by Chris Hogan (affiliate link)
4. Everyday Millionaire by Chris Hogan (affiliate link)
5. Dave Ramsey Podcast
6. Short Video of Brandon and Kelly's Financial Peace Journey

In this episode, Brandon Osterbind talks about lawyer wellness and how our legal profession struggles with wellness. He dives into the question of what wellness looks like in our community and why it is important for you to hire a lawyer who is well. Brandon has been a practicing lawyer for 12 years and works hard to create a law practice that he loves going into every Monday morning. Legal work should be fulfilling and fun. 

In this week’s podcast, Brandon Osterbind discusses practical ways to redeem your time. In this episode, we will discuss the big picture of time and how you can use it to grow as an individual even when you may be suffering from poor circumstances. It is our responsibility, and only our responsibility, to use our time in ways that will be productive in the end.  Nobody else can do it for you. You have to do it for yourself and we are here to help you do that. 

Eph 5:15-16 - "See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil."

• 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
• Deep Work by Cal Newport

An important disclosure: Some of the links are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, we will earn a small commission. This does not cost you anything. Please understand that we have vetted these books and we recommend them because we believe they will help you in some way. Please do not spend any money on these books unless you feel you need them or that they will help you grow as a person.

For the past couple of years, Team Osterbind has been reading books together and figuring out ways to incorporate lessons from those books into our injury and disability practice. Now, we are inviting others to join Team Osterbind in reading a book every month by signing up for our book club at www.osterbindlaw.com/book-club. 

In this episode, Brandon Osterbind discusses why we read and lists out several reasons why you should consider reading and joining us.