Attorney Mike Bottaro Lends a Helping Hand to April Vallier
July 20th, 2018
July Helping Hands – April Vallier Sometimes, the only way we are able to view the brightest stars are when they are falling from the sky. A few days ago, personal injury attorney Mike Bottaro paired up with ABC 6 to meet one of these stars, April Vallier, and her family, to give them a […]
Bike Crashes, Wrongful Death, And The Law
July 10th, 2018
Have you ever had trouble seeing a bicyclist while driving? Summertime brings with it an opportunity for cycling enthusiasts to get on the open road but can also create dangers leading to personal injury. At the Bottaro Law Firm, we have helped many unfortunate victims struck while biking in bike accidents throughout Rhode Island and […]
Rather Be Safe Than Sorry – National Safety Month
June 12th, 2018
It may be fun and exciting to live on the edge sometimes and be daring, but being safe is always the most important thing. The month of June marks National Safety Month, so the Bottaro Law Firm wants to make sure you enjoy your summer with these summer activity safety tips. Bells and Whistles Bicyclists […]
Part 2 in Our Brain Injury Awareness Series: What kinds of Brain Injuries are associated With Motor Vehicle Accidents?
April 3rd, 2017
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 2 million people annually experience Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), with 14.3% caused by traffic accidents. Using those percentages, a staggering 286,000 TBIs result from car crashes every year. Since brain injuries are many times not quickly identified after an accident, the number could actually be […]
Too Often, Bicyclists Find Massachusetts Secondary Roads Treacherous
September 6th, 2016
Dedicated Attorneys Serving Injured Bicyclists throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts As recently reported, a 59-year-old Westford man was struck and killed by an SUV as he road his bicycle near Lincoln, Massachusetts on August 17, 2016. While details of the accident were sketchy, various persons on the scene noted that the secondary road where the […]
Mike to Donate Helmets to School Kids and Volunteer at Bike Helmet Safety Day
May 18th, 2015
At the Bottaro Law Firm, we work with individuals every day who have suffered serious injuries in accidents involving cars, buses, and other vehicles. As a result, we know first-hand the damage that these collisions can cause. This is why we are so passionate about helping people avoid dangerous situations that can lead to life-changing […]
May is National Bike Month
May 4th, 2015
May is National Bike Month. As we approach the summer months, safety organizations in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and across the country use National Bike Month as an opportunity to promote awareness of safe riding practices and the dangers of bicycle accidents. Consider these statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the League […]
Rhode Island Personal Injury Attorney: Bicycling on Poorly Resurfaced Road Causes Permanent and Debilitating Injuries
July 11th, 2014
A recent $13 million dollar settlement in favor of a permanently injured bicyclist reminds us of the potential dangers of riding on poorly resurfaced roads. According to the American Association for Justice ‘s Trial Magazine, Walter Rutland, 49, was bicycling in Rochester, NY, on the shoulder of a state highway when he decelerated to the […]