Author Archives: Jay Butchko
5 Tips on How to Prevent Dog Bites in Rhode Island
Every year, an estimated over 800,000 people in the United States require medical care as a result of dog bites. The severity of injuries resulting from dog bites depends on the dog breed and the circumstances surrounding the attack. Being a victim of a dog bite can be a traumatic and stressful experience. People… Read More »
Can Your Phone Detect How Drunk You Are to Prevent Car Accidents?
A recent study could pioneer the creation of breakthrough technology to prevent drunk driving accidents with the use of cellphones. But can phones actually detect how drunk you are? In Rhode Island, as in most other states, the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for operating a motor vehicle is .08%. As a rule of… Read More »
Recovering Damages as a Passenger Injured in a Car Accident in Rhode Island
If you were injured as a passenger in an auto accident in Cranston, Providence, Warwick, or elsewhere in Rhode Island, you may be able to collect 100% of your damages. Since Rhode Island follows the doctrine of pure comparative negligence, injured passengers are entitled to 100% of the damages regardless of whether they were… Read More »
Can You Sue a Grocery Store for Your Slip and Fall Injury in Rhode Island?
No one expects anything bad to happen to them when walking around a grocery store. However, slip and falls in grocery stores can result in injuries. If you slipped and fell during your shopping trip to pick up food or other items in a grocery store in Rhode Island, you may be entitled to… Read More »
Determining Liability in a Dump Truck Accident in Rhode Island
Dump trucks are everywhere on Rhode Island’s roads. Motorists encounter dump trucks on the roadway almost every day. It is known that dump trucks pose more danger to other drivers and pedestrians than regular motor vehicles, but what makes them so dangerous? Typically, a dump truck can carry about seven tons of weight, while… Read More »
How to Report a Car Accident to Your Insurance Company in Rhode Island?
If you have been injured in a car crash in Rhode Island, you may not know how to report the accident to your insurance company. You are required to report a car accident to your insurer properly and in a timely manner in order to be eligible for compensation. Also, it is best to… Read More »
Do Prescription Medications Impair a Motorist’s Ability to Drive Safely?
Many people say that the impact of prescription medications on your driving ability is similar to that of alcohol impairment. Unfortunately, they may be right. What many drivers in Rhode Island do not realize is that taking some prescription drugs can affect their ability to operate a vehicle safely. According to the Food and… Read More »
Negligence and Compensation in Gas Explosions in Rhode Island
Since natural gas fuels 91% of Rhode Island’s electricity net generation, nearly everyone resident of the state uses some form of gas in their everyday life. Some use it to drive a motor vehicle, while others use natural gas to do cooking or heat their house. Unfortunately, as evident from gas explosions in homes… Read More »
Are Mopeds a Safer Alternative to Motorcycles and Cars in Rhode Island?
Mopeds are a great alternative to motorcycles for people looking for an environmentally friendly way to travel within the city. Mopeds are easy to ride and affordable to maintain, which is why an increasing number of Americans of all ages purchase these two-wheeled vehicles. As beach areas in Rhode Island, including Block Island, are… Read More »
How Are Damages Determined in Rhode Island Personal Injury Cases?
Every person who was hurt in a car accident is curious as to how much money they can recover. Since each case is different, it is advised to hire an experienced Rhode Island personal injury attorney to determine and calculate damages in your unique case. Economic and Non-Economic Damages in a Personal Injury Case… Read More »