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New imaging technology helps Rhode Islanders struggling with mild TBI
Whether car accident victims are involved in fender benders or catastrophic motor vehicle collisions in Rhode Island, they may experience severe ...
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May Is National Bike Month
Promoted by the League of American Bicyclists since 1956, National Bike Month is observed every May to highlight the benefits of safe biking. In Rhode ...
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Karns & Kerrison Aids Family of Missing Man at East Providence Yacht Club
On March 6, 2021, first responders were dispatched to the East Providence Yacht Club to search the water for Dennis “Mousey” Lonardo, Jr., who was ...
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How to Prevent Distracted Driving: Know the Causes
Distracted driving is known to be dangerous, yet many of us still find ourselves distracted behind the wheel. With so much going on, some may not even ...
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Trauma May Aggravate Chiari 1 Malformation, Tethered Cord Syndrome
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) may aggravate pre-existing conditions, turning them from asymptomatic to symptomatic ...
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National Grid Shut Down: Residents Come Together
Possible Class Action Suit for Affected Families As the National Grid gas line shut down in Newport and Middletown continues to effect over 7,000 ...
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Construction Site Injuries - Third Party Claims - Liens
A worker injured at the construction site has the right to collect workers' compensation benefits from his employer. In addition, if the injured ...
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Take Action in Honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month 2021
Distracted Driving Awareness Month is observed every April to raise awareness of the dangers of driver distraction and to bring the topic of ...
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How to recognize dog attacks BEFORE they happen
Dogs are not that different from humans. They have their moods. Sometimes they feel cuddly or playful, and other times they’re crabby and want to ...
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Karns & Kerrison Aids Family of Missing Man at East Providence Yacht Club
On March 6, 2021, first responders were dispatched to the East Providence Yacht Club to search the water for Dennis “Mousey” Lonardo, Jr., who was ...
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Maritime Injuries - Damages under the Jones Act
The Jones Act is a federal law that gives seamen who are injured in the course of their employment the right to sue their employer for negligence and ...
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How Does a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Work?
Medical malpractice lawsuits are personal injury claims filed against a negligent medical professional or the hospital/institution they work for in ...
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NHTSA uses month of May to promote motorcycle safety
Many motorcyclists in the area may have recently gotten their motorcycles out of storage following the winter months. And there are likely more people ...
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Program encourages child pedestrian safety
If you are a parent of a child who walks or bikes to school, you likely know how important it is that he or she takes the safest route available. This ...
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What Causes Heterotopic Ossification?
Heterotopic ossification (HO) is when bone forms within soft tissues, including muscles, ligaments, and other non-skeletal tissues; in other words, HO ...
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Ask a Lawyer: Who Is Liable if I Slip and Fall on Ice?
And Should I Consider Filing for Compensation? Hate it or love it, winter has come once again to Rhode Island, meaning our roads and walkways have an ...
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Who is responsible when a dangerous product causes you harm?
When you purchase a product, whether it's a medication or a toy for your child, you have the expectation that it will not cause harm. However, ...
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How can I avoid an accident while waterskiing?
Cruising across the glassy top of a serene blue lake in Rhode Island can be one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life, but it can also be ...
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RV drivers must anticipate hazards to avoid accidents
There is something very liberating about traveling the country in a Recreational Vehicle. And when you take to the road in one of these supersized ...
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Ask a Lawyer: Who Is Liable if I Slip and Fall on Ice?
And Should I Consider Filing for Compensation? Hate it or love it, winter has come once again to Rhode Island, meaning our roads and walkways have an ...
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Which conditions qualify for disability claims?
Your social security claim in Rhode Island might be denied outright if you do not have a qualifying condition. However, the definition may be less ...
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What Is Post-Traumatic Headache? And How Is It Related to Traumatic Brain Injury?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are marked by a variety of symptoms that make day-to-day life difficult, among which is a condition called ...
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Was driver fatigue the reason the tractor-trailer hit you?
Tens of thousands of pounds of steel barreling down a Rhode Island highway out of control: That is a frightening situation if you're in a nearby ...
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I Was Injured in a Car Accident by an Uninsured Driver—Now What?
When a negligent driver causes someone injury in a car accident, that driver’s insurance company is held liable for the victim’s medical bills, ...
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Workers’ Comp 101: What’s the Difference Between an Accident and an Incident?
Contact Us If you’re considering filing a workers’ compensation claim, knowing more about how things work can make your claim go more smoothly. Today, ...
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Body of Missing Providence Man Recovered, but Questions Remain
A month after Dennis “Mousey” Lonardo, Jr., disappeared from the boat that was his home, his body was recovered along the shores of East Providence. ...
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