Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Filing a Coronavirus Personal Injury Case Against Someone for Infecting You with COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic caused many to think, “Is it possible to sue another person for infecting me with COVID-19?” That depends on whether the other person infected you intentionally or their negligence or carelessness exposed you to the virus. Those who intentionally cough on other persons or otherwise purposefully spread COVID-19 may face terrorism… Read More »
4 Ways Using Social Media Can Hurt You if Your Personal Injury Case is Pending
The rise of social media in the 21st century has allowed people to stay interconnected pretty much 24/7. Thanks to platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, anyone can share the most intimate details of their life with followers, friends, family, and even complete strangers. Many car accident victims are tempted to share their experience… Read More »
Who’s Liable in Chain-Reaction Crashes in Rhode Island?
Although any vehicle crash can cause serious injuries, chain-reaction car accidents tend to be even more catastrophic because they involve three or more cars. Determining fault in a multi-vehicle or chain-reaction crash can be complicated, especially if you are in a pure comparative fault state such as Rhode Island. Here at Robert E. Craven… Read More »
The Coronavirus Pandemic’s Effect on Your Rhode Island Personal Injury Case
Our country, and the entire world, is going through unprecedented times right now. The war against the coronavirus pandemic has disrupted almost all aspects of our everyday lives. Things may become particularly confusing for those who were unfortunate to get injured during or shortly before the pandemic due to its potential effects on personal… Read More »
Who Can Make a Rhode Island Wrongful Death Claim?
In Rhode Island, surviving family members can pursue a wrongful death claim if their loved one died due to another person’s negligence, recklessness, malpractice, or lack of action. For instance, when an individual dies as a result of a drunk driver’s impairment, the deceased’s dependents may have the right to file a wrongful death… Read More »
Rhode Island Could Strengthen Penalties for Repeat DUI Offenders
About one in three traffic deaths in the U.S. involve a drunk driver with a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or higher. Two days after a Rhode Island man was charged with drunk driving twice within 18 hours, the state’s senator renewed his push to toughen penalties for repeat DUI offenders. As reported by… Read More »
Texting While Walking is Linked to an Increased Risk of Pedestrian Accidents, a Study Shows
Nearly every adult in the U.S. uses a cellphone on a daily basis. Most of us are guilty of checking emails, sending texts, or browsing social media while walking. While doing two things at once can save lots of time, using your phone as you walk is more dangerous than you may realize. In… Read More »
Who’s at Fault in a Backing Out of Driveway Accident in Rhode Island?
If you were in backing out of the driveway accident in Rhode Island, the question of liability might not be as easily determinable as in other car accident scenarios. If you were hit while the other driver was backing out of a parking space, it might seem that he or she is at fault… Read More »
A Jury Should Determine Whether Uber is Liable for a Passenger’s Injury, a Rhode Island Judge Rules
Rideshare apps such as Uber and Lyft have become increasingly popular among commuters in Rhode Island. The convenience, accessibility, and affordability make ride-hailing services an attractive option for commuters, riders traveling to and from the airport, or those who need to travel to venues with limited parking, such as downtown Providence. When a Lyft… Read More »
New Legislation, Co-Sponsored by Rep. Robert E. Craven, to Protect Patients from Unexpected Medical Bills
The new legislation, introduced by Rep. Deborah Ruggiero and co-sponsored by Rep. Robert E. Craven, would prevent patients from receiving unexpected and unreasonably high bills from out-of-network medical providers in Rhode Island, according to a press release on the State of Rhode Island General Assembly’s website. How the New Bill Would Protect Rhode Island… Read More »
