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 … [Read more...]
Rhode Island Dog Bite Lawyer | Does Every Dog Get 1 Free Bite?
Rhode Island dog bite lawyer, David Slepkow discusses important questions about dog bite law in Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. Rhode Island follows the 'one free bite' law for dog bites within a dog's enclosure. If a dog is within an enclosure the victim must establish a dog owner's … [Read more...]
Running Red Light Accident in Rhode Island
According to the National Coalition for Safer Roads, 2014 saw over 3,700,000 drivers running a red light in the United States. These red light violations most often occurred during peak summer travel months. Friday afternoon between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. were known for the highest rate of red light … [Read more...]
The Basics of Negligence and Tort Law in Rhode Island
David Slepkow answers some important questions concerning personal injury, liability and negligence law in Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. This is part 1 of a series of RI Injury law FAQS. What is Negligence law Personal injury law is the area of law dealing with rights, remedies, … [Read more...]
Accident in Rhode Island Caused by Motorist High and Drug Induced
The increasing frequency of marijuana legalization and decriminalization has brought the concern about potential drug-induced car at accidents in Rhode Island into the limelight. Based on what is currently been observed from the available statistics, driving while impaired by alcohol use has … [Read more...]
RI Drowsy Driving Accident Lawyer | Sleepy Driving
Most drivers do, at one time or another, drive while drowsy. Whether it's a late road trip coming home from holiday fun or just another late night at the office, drowsy driving happens all the time. Drowsy driving doesn't just affect a driver's ability to stay on the road, but it can also affect … [Read more...]
RI Lawyer, David Slepkow Sworn into U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Rhode Island personal injury lawyer, David Slepkow, is honored to be a member of the United States Supreme Court Bar. He was admitted to the Highest Court in 2012. This distinction and achievement constituted the pinnacle of his legal career. Nonetheless, he plans on continuing to provide high … [Read more...]
Improperly Salted Walkways | Ice and Snow Accidents
Property owners, business tenants and other individuals legally responsible to maintain property in Rhode Island and Providence Plantations and in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts are required by law to ensure that walkways, stairs and sideways are free of accumulated ice and snow. This is because … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]
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 … [Read more...]