Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
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 »
