December 6, 2019
Car Wreck Lawyers in RI and Mass
Auto accidents are the leading cause of fatality for people between the ages of 5 and 34. The National Highway Statistics Office reported that 32 % of fatal accidents are caused by drunk driving, 31% are due to speeding, and 16% result from drivers’ distractions. Data also reveal that every 12 minutes, someone dies in…
August 9, 2019
How Insurance Companies Value Auto Accident Injury Claims
One of the first and most frequently asked questions by our clients, who have suffered an injury from an auto accident, is “What’s my case worth?” There is no simple answer as no two auto accident injury cases are exactly the same. There are many variables that are considered when determining your personal injury claim…
August 6, 2019
Multiple Car Accident: Who is at Fault?
Multiple car accidents are quite common in Rhode Island. We see them on the news. Maybe, even on the way to work. Investigating multiple car accidents can prove extremely complex. This is because there are a number of parties, insurance companies or even attorneys involved. Eyewitness testimony may vary or even be contradictory depending on…
October 25, 2018
When Multiple Cars Are Involved in an Accident, Who’s at Fault?
Directly after a car accident, it can seem like there is an endless amount of questions. Even putting the majority of initial concerns regarding injuries aside, common immediate concerns typically include inquires of: Who started the chain of events? Who hit who? Who was at fault? Whose insurance is going to cover this? While these…
July 20, 2018
Keep Calm And Carry On: Car Accident Procedures
Most of society considers the tragic situation of a car accident a straight-forward concept: the accident occurs, the police arrive on the scene and you exchange information with the other driver. However, some of the most crucial steps that should be taken by individuals involved in car accidents are neglected and, as a result, complications…
February 28, 2017
How Autonomous Cars Could Change Auto Recalling Procedures
With companies like Tesla, Google and Uber designing and manufacturing automated vehicles that will be used on busy street ways in America, it is vital that the safety of the “driver” and passengers remains the top priority for government agencies that deal with guidelines and safety procedures. This subject stems back to a fatal accident…
September 2, 2016
More Than Ever, It’s Important To Practice Safe Driving Labor Day Weekend
Yes, the official last day of summer is September 21st, but for many of us, Labor Day means it’s the end of summer. Combine the holiday, cheap gas and an improving economy and you can be sure you won’t be alone if you’re planning a trip this holiday weekend. An important car accident statistic to…
July 11, 2016
Rhode Island Passes Drunk Driving Ignition Lock System Bill
The Rhode Island legislation unanimously passed a bill that calls for all citizens convicted of drunk driving be required to attach a drunk driving ignition locking system to their vehicles. This makes Rhode Island the 28th state to implement such a rule, with other local states such as Connecticut and New Hampshire also having such…
June 29, 2016
Month of June Commences Deadliest Driving Months for Teens
Memorial Day marked the beginning of what is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” on the nation’s roadways for teen drivers. Each day during the summer driving season, an average of 10 people die as a result of injuries from a crash involving a teen driver, studies show. But, with the recent advancement in technology,…