Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How to Establish Fault in a Stop Sign Accident in Rhode Island?
Determining liability in an auto accident in which one or more drivers failed to stop at a stop sign can be complicated. Regardless of whether an intersection has one or more stop signs, there is always at least one at-fault party. If you were hurt in a stop sign crash in Providence, Newport, or… Read More »
Is Using a Smartwatch a Distracted Driving Activity in Rhode Island?
Advancements in technology have aggravated the problem of distracted driving. Smartwatches have become a widely used wearable among teenagers and adults alike. While it may seem that smartwatches are a safer alternative to cell phones for those who operate a vehicle, studies would beg to differ. As smartwatches may cause a motorist to become… Read More »
Complaints of Excessive Police Force Will Now Be Investigated by Rhode Island’s Attorney General
Rhode Island’s attorney general will now investigate all complaints of excessive use of force and serious injuries caused by police. The announcement comes several weeks after the nationwide protests over the killing of a black man in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The streets of Providence, Rhode Island, “erupted in flames and anarchy” during the protests against… Read More »
What’s the Average Slip and Fall Accident Settlement in Rhode Island?
A personal injury attorney in Rhode Island or any other state often encounters clients who want to know the average payout for slip and fall injury settlements. And it makes sense why. After all, any injured person wants to know how much money they can expect to be able to plan their budget. Since… Read More »
Compensation in a Rhode Island Hit-and-Run Accident: How to Recover Damages
Any auto accident can be a scary and stressful experience, especially if a victim was injured. However, the situation becomes even more stressful and confusing if the other driver flees the scene of the crash. Hit-and-run accidents, in which one driver flees the scene, are not uncommon in Providence, Newport, Warwick, and other parts… Read More »
Wrong-Way Accidents in Rhode Island: Causes and Liability
Of all the car crashes that occur on Rhode Island’s roads and highways, wrong-way accidents tend to be the deadliest and most catastrophic. Wrong-way crashes usually happen at high speeds and involve a drunk motorist. In fact, at least 60% of fatal wrong-way accidents in the U.S. are related to drunk driving, according to… Read More »
Children More Likely to Be Bitten by a Familiar Dog at Home, Study Finds
A new study showed that children are twice as likely as adults to be bitten in the eye area. The study, published in the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, warned against children being at the eye level with a dog, even if it is a familiar dog at home or under adult supervision…. Read More »
6 Things to Consider After a Car Accident During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Car crashes continue to happen in Rhode Island and all across the nation despite stay-at-home orders. Even though reports say that traffic volume decreased significantly during the coronavirus pandemic, the risk of getting into a vehicle crash still persists when people are driving to or from grocery stores or performing other essential activities. Dealing… Read More »
Rhode Island Courier Carrying COVID-19 Samples Crashed, Prompting Hazmat Response
After hearing the news about a car crash involving a courier carrying COVID-19 test samples, Rhode Island residents were concerned that the samples spilled on the roadway. The crash occurred on Interstate 95 in Seekonk and involved a 49-year-old Rhode Island woman who was delivering coronavirus samples to a lab for testing, according to… Read More »
COVID-19: Can You Delay or Stop Medical Treatment for Personal Injury During the Pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic has a drastic impact on nearly every aspect of our lives. But if you are unfortunate enough to get injured in a car crash or another accident during the pandemic, things might get a lot more stressful and confusing. As hospitals across Rhode Island are overwhelmed by coronavirus patients, many Rhode… Read More »
