Motorcycle Crashes in Virginia
Understanding the Rise of Motorcycle Crashes in Virginia: Causes and Prevention Motorcycle crashes in Virginia are a pressing safety issue, with motorcyclists at a high risk of being involved in fatal accidents. With new data from the National Highway Safety...
Heavy Industry Accidents
Guide to Injuries From Heavy Industry Work Accidents Heavy industry work accidents can be life-altering. These accidents can happen even when safety protocols are strictly enforced. This guide dives into recognized hazards, prevention strategies, and the personal toll...
Most Dangerous Trucking Routes in Virginia and West Virginia
Navigating Harrowing Highways: The Most Dangerous Trucking Routes in Virginia and West Virginia When navigating the roadways in Virginia and West Virginia, drivers face some challenging routes where many truck accidents occur every year. Knowing these routes and...
How To Deal With The Workers’ Comp Nurse Case Manager
Tips For Dealing With Your Virginia Workers' Compensation Nurse Case Manager If you've been injured on the job, you might find yourself dealing with a nurse case manager. Nurse case managers are often hired by the workers' comp insurance company to monitor your...
How a Wrongful Death Claim Works
What It Takes to Win a Wrongful Death Case If a loved one has passed away due to another person’s negligence or misconduct, you may be entitled to a monetary recovery through a wrongful death claim. If successful, the damages you receive may cover everything from...
Are Motorcycle Helmets Required in Virginia?
Navigating Virginia Law: Are Motorcycle Helmets Required in Virginia? Are motorcycle helmets required in Virginia? Virginia law requires both riders and passengers to wear appropriately certified helmets. At the Ritchie Law Firm, we represent hundreds of clients...
Mental Health Disorders in Virginia Workers Compensation
Navigating Mental Health Disorders in Virginia Workers Compensation: Know Your Rights and Benefits Trying to determine your eligibility for coverage for mental health disorders in Virginia workers compensation can be complex. Depending on the circumstances of the...
Bobtailing in Tractor Trailer Accidents
Understanding Bobtailing in Tractor Trailer Accidents: Risks and Prevention Strategies Bobtailing occurs when a tractor trailer driver operates the semi truck cab portion without the attached trailer. At the Ritchie Law Firm, we frequently see bobtailing in tractor...
Not Happy With Car Accident Settlement?
Feeling Shortchanged? Steps to Take If You're Not Happy with Car Accident Settlement If you’re not happy with car accident settlement offer, you may be wondering what you can do about it. In this article, we dive into the reasons why car accident settlements sometimes...
Chronic Pain After a Virginia Work Injury
Managing Chronic Pain After a Virginia Work Injury Struggling with chronic pain after a Virginia work injury can disrupt your life and work. This article provides you with strategies to obtain proper medical treatment to help manage the pain, help with navigating the...
Is a Personal Injury Settlement Taxable?
Understanding Federal Taxes: Is a Personal Injury Settlement Taxable in 2024? Are you wondering, “is a personal injury settlement taxable?” Many people want to know if their personal injury settlement will affect their taxes? Simply put, most settlements for physical...
Virginia Uber Accident Lawyer
What to do After a Virginia Uber Accident? Recently, there has been in increase in popularity of ridesharing apps, like Uber and Lyft. "Ubering" has become an easy and accessible way to access transportation in many areas of Virginia. But what happens if an Uber...