Rhode Island Accident Lawyer Blog

When a car accident occurs, and particularly if it involves significant injuries or property damage, you may wish to seek compensation for the losses you suffered. Depending on which driver was found to be at fault and the state you live in, you may need to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver or their…

Medical records are perhaps one of the most important pieces of evidence in any personal injury claim. By providing an official account of the injuries that occurred, when it happened, what the cause was, and the treatment received, medical records are a significant counter to any of the defense’s attempts to undermine the credibility of…

Negligence and liability are two key concepts in personal injury cases that determine the outcome of your case. “Negligence” comes up in civil liability with the law torts. Tort law refers to the civil duties owed between parties that are defined by the state, and the legal responsibilities that come up if the conduct of…

Traumatic brain injuries are some of the most catastrophic, life-changing, injuries a person can incur. A traumatic brain injury (TBI), a specific type of head injury that occurs to the brain damaging its normal functioning, can be suffered in any number of ways but is commonly attributed to a fall or motor vehicle accident. No…

If you have been hurt in a car accident, a motorcycle crash, a slip and fall, or other type of incident caused by someone else’s negligence, you are likely considering filing a personal injury claim for your damages. You’re probably wondering how viable your potential claim is, what type of compensation you may be eligible…

If you own a vehicle, you know that auto insurance is a costly, yet necessary, expense. Though requirements vary from state to state, every state except New Hampshire requires some type of insurance coverage in order to legally operate a vehicle. In Rhode Island, motorists are required to carry liability auto insurance with minimum coverage…

Traumatic brain injuries are one of the most life-changing, catastrophic types of injuries anybody could incur. No matter how the injury is sustained, whether through a slip and fall by the pool, an auto accident with a drunk driver, or faulty equipment, there are few things as serious or devastating as a brain injury. Not…

When you’ve been hurt in a car accident and need to file a personal injury claim against the driver at fault for the crash, every piece of evidence is crucial. One of the most important pieces of your claim is the police accident report. Read on to find out why exactly this document is so…

While pedestrians crossing the street have the right of way under many circumstances, it doesn’t automatically let them off the hook if they cause a car crash. Unfortunately, a lot of people in Rhode Island are under the false impression that pedestrians always have the right of way when crossing the street. Although a motorist…

A common question personal injury lawyers receive is: What can I expect when it comes to a settlement for my commercial vehicle accident? The answer is probably not what you want to hear, but it’s necessary and truthful: It varies depending on a variety of factors, just like with car accidents and many other types…