Rhode Island Accident Lawyer Blog

Car accidents often result in significant physical and financial issues. The victim of an accident deserves fair compensation for the traumatic injuries and emotional damage incurred by their accident so they can get on with their lives. Choosing the right car accident lawyer can be the make or break when it comes to winning your…

Reaching fair compensation after being injured in an accident often takes a long and winding road. Insurance companies keep a team of lawyers on retainer to protect their bottom line and pay out the least amount they can get away with, even if you’ve been faithfully paying your premiums for years. Having an experienced car…

If you work in injury-prone fields such as construction or machinery, you probably already have a basic understanding of workers’ compensation and how the system works. However, even if you do, it’s always good to brush up – and if you don’t, it’s time to start reading. Workers’ compensation is a legal system designed to…

Car accidents can be seriously traumatizing events that leave you feeling lost and unsure what to do. In the wake of a serious car accident, there are certain steps you should take in order to ensure an optimal outcome in the case you are filing a personal injury lawsuit or accident claim to seek compensation…

When other drivers fail to respect the law and engage in risky behavior, motorcyclists are one of the most vulnerable vehicle operators on the road due to their lack of physical barriers. However, while it’s impossible to control how other drivers behave, you can reduce your own risk of death and injury by complying with…

Proving a slip and fall case in Rhode Island requires establishing that your injuries were the direct result of another party’s negligence. Negligence is a specific legal term involved in most personal injury cases, including slip and fall injuries. There are several factors that make up negligence, and as the plaintiff (the person suing) the…

The majority of Rhode Island employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance for their employees. This system is designed to protect workers and give them a streamlined way of seeking compensation if they are injured in the workplace. If you were injured in the workplace, here is a basic breakdown of what you should…

If you get into an accident that causes you physical harm, your head is probably spinning. Depending on the severity of the accident and the injuries incurred, your state of mind is probably somewhere between a daze and a total disconnect. Maybe you end up waking up a day or two later, anxious and sore…

When filing a personal injury claim for damages you’ve incurred in any type of accident, one of the most crucial pieces of evidence is your medical records. These records will be the key component used by your injury attorney to successfully prove the validity of your claim. Your medical records provide a detailed accounting of…

A major cause of injury and death is something that happens all the time: Falling. Particularly from a great height. This may be no surprise, but falling from a height – such as from the top of a ladder – significantly increases the likelihood of sustaining severe injuries like broken bones, paralysis, concussions, and even…