Category: Portfolio

A collection of select works and spellbound samples. Each piece below showcases the tone, craft, and voice I bring to every assignment—whether it’s a travel feature, a food essay, or a wild recipe gone rogue.

  • What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases?

    What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases?

    A technical writing sample by Ryan Olejnik

    If you’ve suffered a personal injury or been involved in a car accident caused by someone else, you may be entitled to compensation—but there’s a deadline to take legal action. This time limit is called the statute of limitations, and it determines how long you have to file a lawsuit after an accident or injury occurs.

    The primary reason for this limit is fairness: over time, evidence fades, memories blur, and it becomes more difficult for defendants to defend themselves in court. That’s why acting within the allowable timeframe is essential.

    In most states, the statute of limitations for personal injury and car accident claims is three years from the date of the incident. However, exceptions exist:

    • If the injury resulted in a wrongful death, the countdown typically starts on the date of death, not the date of injury.
    • If the plaintiff is a minor, the clock often doesn’t start until they reach the legal age of adulthood—after which they have three years to file a claim.

    While three years may sound generous, legal professionals strongly advise seeking counsel well before the deadline—ideally at least six months in advance. Even relatively simple claims require time to gather evidence, build a case, and avoid last-minute delays.

    Some states follow a controversial rule called contributory negligence, which may prevent you from recovering any compensation if you’re found even slightly at fault for the accident. That’s why it’s vital to know your deadline, preserve evidence early, and give your attorney the time they need to make a strong case on your behalf.

  • Make Movie Magic at ReelSpace Studios

    Make Movie Magic at ReelSpace Studios

    A promotional writing sample by Ryan Olejnik

    Dreaming of the next big blockbuster? Welcome to ReelSpace Studios, a production and post-production facility conveniently nestled just outside Civic Center, CA. Whether you’re filming a passion project or pitching your next Netflix Original, ReelSpace is where the story gets started.

    Designed with filmmakers in mind, our fully furnished, plug-and-play office spaces let you hit the ground running—no IKEA assembly, no runaround. High-speed internet, secure access, and on-site staff mean you can focus on the script, not the spreadsheets. Need a break? There’s a café for caffeine-fueled rewrites, a gym (with optional personal training) to crush stress, and yes—showers. Because some deadlines don’t wait for a rinse cycle.

    Audio hiccups? Our 2,000 sq. ft. sound stage is fully soundproofed and stocked with separate engineering and control rooms—ideal for voiceovers, ADR, or full-score sessions without missing a beat.

    And the best part? You’re not just saving time. You’re saving money. Our shared-space model reduces overhead, so your budget stays on-screen—not buried in lease agreements.

    At ReelSpace Studios, your vision is center stage. We’re just here to set the scene—because this is where scripts meet studios and cinemagic begins.

  • Have a Marine Christmas (and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa) at SeaWorld Orlando

    Have a Marine Christmas (and Hanukkah and Kwanzaa) at SeaWorld Orlando

    A sample travel feature by Ryan Olejnik

    If your idea of a perfect holiday includes singing sea creatures, festive fountains, and roller coasters instead of reindeer, SeaWorld Orlando might just be your next December destination. From November 14 through December 31, the park transforms into a wintery wonderland—even if Florida’s weather can’t be bothered.

    This year’s Christmas Celebration isn’t just red and green—it’s inclusive, honoring Hanukkah (with traditional menorah lightings December 10–18) and Kwanzaa (featuring nightly kinara ceremonies December 26–January 1). So whether you’re lighting candles or just here for the light shows, there’s a celebration for every tradition.

    In addition to their signature sea-animal interactions and thrill rides, visitors can lace up skates for outdoor ice skating at Bayside Stadium, then warm up with a photo op at Santa’s sleigh parked inside the Wild Arctic attraction. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer also gets a starring role in “Rudolph’s Christmas Town,” complete with life-size storybook scenes and a charming short film at SeaPort Theatre.

    Sesame Street’s finest join the fun with live performances, while over 30 carols echo from SeaWorld’s Nautilus Theatre in a new musical spectacular. Top it off with an ice-skating show, lighted fountains, and the famous Sea of Trees—an illuminated floating forest that shimmers to holiday music across the lagoon.

    Safety protocols are in place, crowds are kept in check, and for budget-conscious revelers, a Black Friday deal runs November 16–27. In other words, it’s a flurry of festivities without the frostbite.