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The RO: Intersection of Criminal Law & Family Law | 5/5

This is part 5 of 5 of an extensive series of law articles related to restraining order law, authored by Rhode Island family court attorney and RI misdemeanor criminal lawyer, David Slepkow. If you are considering a restraining order, then you should carefully review these 5 articles. What is the difference between a restraining order and a no contact order? A no Contact order in Rhode Island is a decree issued as a result of a criminal charge and an arrest. A nco issues after an arrest at an arraignment either at the police station or at District or Superior Court. If an accused does not follow a no contact order and violates it, then he or she may be charged with a separate and

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Mesothelioma Lawsuit Compensation Asbestos Class Action

An asbestos mesothelioma lawsuit can lead to a multi-million dollar jury verdict or a lucrative settlement from an asbestos trust fund. This post explores how to get an asbestos settlement from a mesothelioma trust fund via a mesothelioma lawsuit. We detest asbestos class action suits! We will never file a mesothelioma class action lawsuit. A mesothelioma class action will never benefit individual victims. We will never engage in a mesothelioma settlement unless our clients is getting the maximum asbestos compensation available. We give individual attention to our clients seeking compensation from an asbestos trust fund who are our highest priority. A Rhode Island mesothelioma compensation lawyer will help you get the most compensation possible. Victims need to understand mesothelioma lawsuit settlements may take 2 to 3

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Rhode Island Medical Malpractice Lawyer | Failure to Diagnose Cancer

Failing to diagnose a patient’s disease is one of the most common form of medical malpractice claims for compensation filed against doctors, hospitals and other health care providers. Any misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis or failure to diagnose the condition altogether can have serious ramifications that alters the patient’s life. The extreme effects of a serious case of cancer that could have been prevented or treated could be a death sentence to the patient that could have been prevented. A delayed or missed diagnosis by a medical doctor (MD) leading to serious injury and pain and suffering should be reported to a RI medical malpractice lawyer. Rhode Island medical malpractice lawyer However, to receive financial compensation for medical malpractice in RI and MA, the victim must prove

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Rhode Island Uninsured Accident Lawyer | underinsured claims

If you have suffered damages or injury in a Rhode Island vehicle accident that was not your fault, you will likely file a claim with the responsible party’s insurance carrier. However, in some cases, the other driver was either under-insured or uninsured. While this might seem financially devastating, there is likely a solution through your own automobile insurance policy. You can probably file a claim with your own auto insurance company under a provision that covers you against uninsured motorists. In all likelihood, your auto insurance policy has two specific provisions to cover you when other drivers have no insurance coverage or insufficient coverage. These provisions will provide you financial compensation for any bodily injury and /or property damage you suffered in the Providence vehicle

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Rhode Island Construction Accident Lawyer | Slepkow Law

Working in the construction industry is a highly dangerous occupation. Statistics maintained by the Bureau of Labor indicate that in 2010, more than 770 individuals lost their lives in construction site accidents in the US. This number represents nearly one in all five on the job accident-associated deaths that year. In addition, approximately four out of every 100 workers on a construction site suffer some type of non-fatal injury on the job every year.  In the event of a construction accident in RI, please contact a Rhode Island personal injury lawyer. Hazardous Risks causing injury The high numbers of serious accidents in Rhode Island and Providence Plantations reflect the potential risk of working in a construction environment. This is because workers are surrounded by heavy

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Rhode Island Negligent Security Lawyer | RI Law Firm

The legal theory of premises liability claims that if you suffer injuries, harm or hurt caused by negligence while on another’s property, you are likely entitled to receive financial compensation. This is because the property owner has a legal responsibility to provide security and safety to every visitor, guest, customer or worker on their premises. Should the owner, manager, or others in charge of the property failed to adhere to the responsibility, they can be held legally responsible under the laws of premises liability. Rhode Island negligent security lawyer Many Rhode Island and Massachusetts properties lacks sufficient security necessary to provide a high level of safety to everyone on the premises. This can occur through broken locks, inadequate lighting and insufficient security guards, where an

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Causes of Infidelity and its Consequences

In the contemporary society that we live in; relationship experts rank infidelity as the top reason for ending relationships. This situation has made many adults in Rhode Island refrain from indulging themselves in relationships, fearing the emotional setbacks that might come with being attached. Well, individuals such as these really have nothing to worry about. How about people who are already in a relationship? The dreadful thoughts that your partner might be cheating on you can be depressing. This can also cause great drifts between you and your partner driving the relationship into a turmoil where LOVE exists no more. If this is the case in your relationship, then you would want to read and inform yourself on some of the causes and consequences of

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Rhode Island Soft Tissue Injury Lawyers | Whiplash Injuries in Accident

Although a whiplash injury can result from just about any type of Rhode Island car crash, they’re most often seen in the context of rear-end collisions. The injury gets its name from sudden and violent acceleration-deceleration force and energy that causes extremely fast forward and then a snapping backward movement to the head. The back of the head hits the headrest, and then it forcefully moves forward again. This sudden and violent force can stretch, strain and tear muscles, tendons and ligaments in the cervical spine (neck). Getting compensated from the at fault  negligent tortfeasor will require the experience of top RI car accident attorneys. Whiplash distinguished from a hyperextension-hyperflexion injury Insurance companies and their RI Insurance defense lawyers like to call these “whiplash” injuries

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Statute of limitations in Rhode Island Lawsuit | Slepkow Law

In 1868 the United States Supreme Court in Riddlesbarger declared that “Statutes of limitations are predicated on the reasonable and fair presumption that valid claims which are of value are not usually left to gather dust or remain dormant for long periods of time.” Wilkinson, 104 R.I. at 236, 243 A.2d at 752 (citing Riddlesbarger v. Hartford Insurance Co., 74 U.S. (7 Wall.) 386, 19 L.Ed. 257 (1868)).” This case was cited in Wilkinson by the top Court in RI. Statute of limitations in Rhode Island Here are some of the applicable statute of limitations in Rhode Island: False imprisonment: 3 years R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14(b), Legal malpractice: 3 years R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14.3,  Libel: 3 years  R.I. Gen. Laws § 9-1-14(b), Medical malpractice: 3 years, Personal

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Accident Liability of Rescue Squads, Police and Fire Departments

When emergency vehicles including police cars and fire engines respond to a call, they often travel at a high rate of speed with their lights and sirens blazing. However, traveling fast tends to increase the potential risk of being involved in an accident with other vehicles and objects on the roadway. The rush to arrive at the scene of the incident often hurts and kills many Americans every year. Rescue Squad Accident Lawyer Statistics maintained by the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) indicate that there are more than 3000 accidents involving fire engines, police cars and rescue squads every year. In many situations, the fire truck driver or police officer failed to maintain the delicate balance between keeping the public safe and speeding to

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Rhode Island Rollover Accident Lawyer | Slepkow Law

Despite overall improvements in traffic safety over the last few decades, rollover crashes continue to be a major source of death and injury on the roads and highways of the United States and in Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. This threat is related to the nature of the crashes and to the vehicles involved in them, according to statistics from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The Growing Incidence of Rollover Crashes in RI Based on NHTSA data, only three percent of the traffic accidents occurring in the United States in 2000 involved the vehicle rolling over on or rolling off the road. Nevertheless, almost one in three of the fatal crashes during the same year were of this type of accident.  Although

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Reasons Why People Fall Behind on Child Support

Millions of children rely on child support from their parents. While most people want to provide for their children, there are times that child support doesn’t get paid in a timely fashion. The following are the 11 top reasons people fall behind on child support. 1. They Believe support is Not Helping Their Children According to Familylawyermagazine.com, many individuals don’t see how the money being paid is directly helping their children. 2. People Don’t Like Judges and Lawyers Making Their Decisions Hard working adults may often resent a stranger, and in particular a judge or a lawyer, telling them how and when to take care of their children. 3. Lost Jobs Losing a job and a steady source of income can definitely cause a person to

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The Statute of Limitation | When Can a Lawsuit Deadline be Extended

A statute of limitation gives injured residents a certain window within which they must file a personal injury lawsuit.  If a lawsuit is not commenced within these time frames, then generally the injured person (the would-be plaintiff in a personal injury case) is prohibited from thereafter attempting to file a lawsuit to obtain compensation. For this reason, it is highly advisable to speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible after an injury accident and not wait until the last minute to file your case. Rhode Island statute of limitations Most personal injury cases premised on a theory of negligence must be brought within three years of the date of injury or wrongful death, the statute of limitations in Rhode Island. There are

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Proving Injuries in Low Impact Collisions | Slepkow Law

Rear end collisions are one of the most common types of auto accidents.  In fact, according to statistics from the National Safety Council, there are approximately 2.5 million rear impact accident claims reported every year in the U.S. and they comprise approximately 28% of all auto crashes each year according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Proving damages in low-impact car accidents can be challenging, but it is not impossible. In many cases, the extent of damages may not be immediately apparent, and it may require thorough documentation and professional evaluation to establish a valid claim. Here are some steps you can take to prove damages in low-impact car accidents: Proving damages in low-impact car accidents can be challenging Seek Medical Attention: Even in

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RI Legal Duties to Stop & Report | Leaving the Scene of Accident

The  northern Rhode Island towns of Smithfield and North Smithfield have a significant number of car accidents each year. Frequent accidents occur along Route 146 and Route 102 * No matter what city or town an accident occurs in Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, RI law sets forth certain legal obligations of appropriate and legal conduct after a vehicular wreck. Summary of RI motor vehicle stop and report laws You are legally required under Rhode Island law to report a car accident or other motor vehicle crash when there is at minimum of USD 1,000 property damage, someone is injured as a result of the collision, or a fatality resulting from the car, truck or vehicular accident. RI laws concerning obligations to report certain accidents

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How to Get out of an Abusive Marriage

Statistics show that almost a quarter of divorce cases in the United States are due to domestic violence. Abuse can have many forms – financial, emotional, sexual, and physical. Whatever it is, you don’t have to endure it. You can and you should get out of an abusive marriage. Read on to find out how. Domestic Violence in Marriage For many couples, marriage is the beginning of a happy ending. But for some, marriage is their worst nightmare. Conflict is a normal part of an intimate relationship. In fact, arguing suggests that you have a healthy marriage. But abuse is a different thing. It is not, and should never be, a pattern in your relationship. Domestic violence has no place in marriage and in any

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Vulnerable Road Users and Accidents in Rhode Island

Car accidents and motorcycle accidents are commonplace in every state in the U.S. and Rhode Island is no exception. While anyone can be an accident victim, some groups of people are more vulnerable than others. Below is an overview of who the most vulnerable road users are in Rhode Island and the types of accidents they are typically involved in. If you were injured in a motorcycle accident in Rhode Island, contact a RI motorcycle accident attorney or bike crash law firm Motorcyclists and accidents statistics According to the Center For Disease Control or CDC, motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to die in an accident than those who operate SUV’s, trucks or passenger cars. While those who drive passenger cars are involved in accidents

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The Malicious Motivations Behind Insurance Company Settlements

There are several truisms that people must understand about big insurance and their malicious, profit driven motivations. It’s all just a “big game” to them that they are trying to win. A win is maximizing profits for their shareholders.  Insurance companies do not care about compensating injured victims. Insurance pay claims because of “leverage“ which in other words is exposure to pay more, later.  Leverage has little to do with the pain and suffering of the accident victim. Indemnity corporations also pay claims based on a cost / benefit analysis which means- will it cost too much to fight the claim considering the expected payout. Costs include out of pocket expenses, staffing resources as well as their hired gun litigation injury lawyers. Indemnity companies are

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Speeding Vehicle Crash Lawyer | Slepkow Law (Tradition 1932)

Speeding can be a very serious highway violation in the state of Rhode Island. Many drivers do not consider the seriousness of receiving a ticket for excessive speed when there are no other factors involved. Speeding car accident lawyer in Rhode Island Excessive speeding by drivers is bad judgement and reckless behavior. Problems can easily be compounded when the individual driving beyond the speed limit is involved in a wreck while speeding. And, even when a reckless driver is not cited for speeding following an accident, the accident reconstruction specialist could still determine that any driver involved in a crash was going in excess of the speed limit. Even without a ticket, a driver can still be judged as negligent after a crash and face

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Teenage Accident in Rhode Island | The Sobering Statistics

Make sure that your teen knows what they’re doing before they get behind the wheel. Teen car accidents are a serious matter which should concern every parent. The Rocky Mountain Insurance Information Association says that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens between 15 and 19-years-old. Like many other crashes, those that involve teens are often preventable. A teen accident is a very serious matter and authorities must do whatever they can to prevent such traffic collisions. If you were injured as a result of the negligence of a teenager contact a Rhode Island car accident lawyer. Rhode Island teen accident injury lawyer The most recent figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CD) are from 2012. In that year, 2,823 teens

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Intersection Accident Statistics, failure to obey traffic signals

Vehicular accidents in Rhode Island can occur anywhere. One of the most common areas for a car accident to occur is at an intersection. Intersection car and motor vehicle accidents account for over 60 percent of all vehicular accidents. Knowing the most common types of intersection accidents and how they occur can help you remain safe while on the road. Failing to obey traffic signals The most common type of accident to occur in an intersection is one where someone fails to obey a traffic signal. Running a red light, making a turn without a signal, or failing to yield can lead to serious car accidents. A majority of these events are due to red light running and usually result in a “T-Bone” accident. Right

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Red Light, Stop Sign & Intersection Accident

Whether it’s a small town or big city, automobile accidents happen every day across Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Unfortunately, many of the most serious accidents are those that occur at intersections  in RI and MA. When these RI automobile accidents happen, there are often different versions of what happened by both those involved in the crash as well as any eyewitnesses. No matter who turns out to be right or wrong when it comes to fault, the fact is that statistics related to these motor vehicle accidents in Providence are startling to say the least. Sadly many of these red light car collisions are preventable. Red Light Accident Based on data from the Federal Highway Association, U.S. drivers are involved in more than 2.3 million

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Bristol, Barrington & Warren Motor Vehicle Crash Lawyer

Car accidents are a growing problem across the U.S. today. Foul weather, texting while driving and aggressive driving behaviors are some primary causes of accidents on the roads, according to the United States Department of Transportation. The following is an overview of what you should do immediately to protect your interests if you are involved in a  Rhode Island car accident. If you are injured in a crash in Bristol, Barrington or Warren consider consulting a  RI personal injury lawyer for advice. Immediately After An Accident After an accident, most people experience a wide range of emotions including anxiety and confusion. However, it is extremely important to gather pertinent information so you can receive compensation of you are injured as a result of the accident.

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Rhode Island Workers Compensation Lawyer | Slepkow Law

If you have suffered injuries while working on the job and qualify to receive workers’ compensation benefits in Rhode Island, your medical bills and time away from work are likely covered. In fact, you can receive benefits through a  Rhode Island workers compensation plan regardless of which party caused the accident or injury. What do you do if the benefits are not enough to cover your losses, damages and pain? Could there be others who are legally liable for the RI work related accident? Employees hurt on the job caused by the reckless, negligent or intentional acts of others usually have the right to file two separate claims for compensation. These include: A claim for Rhode Island workers’ compensation benefits provided by the insurance company

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