RI Car Accident Lawyers

He is also a longtime  member of the Federal Court Bar for the District of Rhode Island (RI).  Rhode Island Personal Injury Attorney, David is a partner and owner of Slepkow Slepkow & Associates, Inc. which is located in East Providence. SS&A  has an over 80 year history of effective and aggressive legal representation. More information

 

 

1)   What should I do if I am injured in a Rhode Island Car Accident?

You need to stop at the scene of the Rhode Island Auto Accident. You must call the local police and notify them of the Rhode Island Car Accident.  You should obtain all the pertinent information from the other driver. If you are injured, make sure you obtain medical treatment for your personal injury. Obtain all information concerning witnesses to the motor vehicle accident. Take a cell phone pictures or videos of the vehicles involved in the accident and the scene of the accident. Take pictures of any bruises or physical conditions.

2)    How much compensation will I receive for my injuries and pain and suffering as a result of  the RI car Crash?

In order to determine the value or your  RI Auto Accident claim, the Providence Personal Injury Attorney must evaluate many factors.  The following factors are crucial:  permanency of the injury, amount of  lost wages, pain and suffering, disfigurement or scarring and period of time of any disability, etc. The total amount of medical costs and medical bills will be important. More info

3)   What is the Statute of Limitations in Rhode Island (RI)?

Rhode Island has a 3 year staute of limitations for most Personal Injury, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, slip and fall, car accident and RI Premises Liability claims. Please contact a RI Personal Injury Lawyer to determine the applicable SOL.

4)   What if I am injured and the other party is at fault but has no insurance?

You have the legal right to file a claim against the person or corporation whose negligence caused your injury. However, in many cases the negligent party does not have the assets or funds to be able to pay your damages. So long as you have uninsured or under-insured motorist protection, you will be able to file a claim against your own insurance company for uninsured or under-insured claims.

5)   What will happen if I am injured in a hit and run car accident in Rhode Island.

If you have an uninsured motorist policy then you can bring a claim against your own Auto Insurance Policy. Visit website

6) What are the most common types of motor vehicle accidents in Rhode Island?

Car & truck (semi truck, tractor trailer, 18 wheeler) crash. Motorcycle / Bike, Van, bus and vehicular collisions with pedestrians and bicycles.