August 14, 2019

What To Know About Recent Rhode Island Beach Closings

After a few days of heavy rain, many town and city beaches in Rhode Island (RI) were closed to swimming. This comes as a disappointment, since it is the peak of summer and one of the greatest parts about living on the coast is enjoying the beach. Unfortunately, when there is heavy rainfall, the bacteria…

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June 7, 2012

I’ve been injured in a boating accident, what should I do?

Boating is a common recreational activity and is usually done in protected waters and during good weather. However, boaters still face threats to life and limb because conditions change rapidly. Personal injury and property damage often happen through the fault, negligence or lack of experience of boat owners. Injuries can also be caused by boat…

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October 12, 2010

Serious Injuries Downplayed As Mere Risk of Water Fun

Many people enjoy the activities which nature has to offer. Particularly, in warm climates or in the summer months, people like to take advantage of their free time by participating in activities on the water. There exists a wide range of activities which people may enjoy on the water, including boating, water skiing, and jet…

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