Articles Posted in Auto Accidents

Early in July, a 19-year-old woman from Johnston sustained minor injuries when she slammed her car into a house in the Cranston area. After the accident happened, the city building inspector was dispatched to the scene and determined that the house and surrounding area were unsafe. The building inspector then ordered that the occupants vacate…

Although it’s clear that distracted driving has many different negative implications for other individuals on the road as well as bicyclists and pedestrians, it’s still a behavior that’s relatively persistent. According to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, texting, and other electronic phone usage can contribute to up to one-quarter of all car crashes. This means…

Car accidents are relatively common not just in Rhode Island and Massachusetts but across the state and around the country. What makes car accidents unique, however, from the perspective of a personal injury attorney, is whether or not these cases meet the grounds for filing a car accident lawsuit. If you have sustained severe injuries…

A new research study put together by Caring.com indicated that Rhode Island is the most dangerous state in the country for drivers aged 65 and above. In order to determine this research, the study looked at the number of individuals aged 65 and older who lost their lives in car accidents and compared that with…

The police in Providence are still evaluating the circumstances of an accident that led to a pedestrian fatality. It’s not yet clear whether the incident was a vehicle accident or a potential assault. According to witnesses, the individual was killed when he was struck near the edge of the road. He was pronounced dead at…

A Rhode Island teenager was traveling on I-495 mid-June when he slammed into a highway sign which ultimately pierced the windshield of his vehicle. The Toyota Corolla driver was not paying attention when traffic stopped ahead of him as a result of a lane closure for a construction project. When the driver attempted to stop…

One of the most common outcomes of a Rhode Island or Massachusetts car accident is suffering from head, neck or back injuries. This can typically present itself as whiplash and can range in severity from mild to extremely painful. A new research study out of Denmark backs up previous research that individuals suffering from a…

If you have recently been involved in a car accident and are exploring all possible causes for this accident to present to your Rhode Island car accident attorney; you may need to reflect back carefully on the moments just prior to when the accident occurred. Thinking carefully about the other driver’s behavior in this instance…

If your vehicle has recently been declared a total loss by your Rhode Island insurance company, you may be in the market for a new vehicle. Be aware that it is important you realize the rules associated with dealers disclosing a vehicle’s damage from a previous accident. It could be frustrating, for example, to purchase…

Immediately after a car accident, it is essential to file an accident report with the police. You should do this even if you are not yet sure whether you’ve sustained serious injuries and even if you are not yet clear on whether or not your vehicle has sustained serious damage. Why Should I File A…