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Motor Vehicle Rear-end Accident Cases

What is Properly Considered a Rear-end Collision?
If you have been injured in a car wreck in Rhode Island, it is often the case that the other driver rear-ended you. The situation is so common that the law in Rhode …

The Unauthorized Practice of Law

The Practice of Law
In the most general sense, the “practice of law” involves engaging in any act for another person usually done by attorneys at law in the course of their profession for a fee. Such acts include preparation …

Signer Beware: Insurance Legal Claim Releases

In the event of an accident, insurance companies want to make sure they protect their clients by resolving any claims as quickly and quietly as possible.  They do not have the interest of the injured party in mind.  After …

Litigation of personal injury cases: Witness statements

If you have been injured as a result of an accident, it is important to consult with an attorney immediately. Although every accident victim has by law a certain amount time to file a case in court (statute of …

Medical Liens Explained

Many medical providers may put a lien on the file of a personal injury case in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and many other states, in order to secure their right to re-payment. A medical provider can put a lien on …

Supplemental Needs Trusts: Advantages to Planning Ahead

Oftentimes an individual who has suffered a permanently disabling personal injury pursues a claim under which they receive a substantial settlement or judgment. Oftentimes this settlement or judgment involves an amount of money meant to compensate the injured person …

Third Party Liability Claims: A State Comparison

What is a Third Party Liability?
You can suffer from a work-related injury which simultaneously creates both a third party liability claim and a workers’ compensation claim. A third party liability claim arises from the negligent actions of a third …

Insurance Relinquishes Their Responsibility in Massachusetts

Many people participate in dangerous activities every day. One typical example of someone participating in a dangerous activity would be race-car driving. Legally, the participants are expected to understand the danger of the activity and there is no liability …

Assumption of Risk: Age Variation

When you are injured in a car wreck, chances are that you were an innocent victim and had no control over the accident. The same goes with a slip and fall in a supermarket or on ice. In certain …

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