Category: Car Accident

In today’s blog, I explain what uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage (UM/UIM) means to you, as either a Rhode Island or Massachusetts resident.  While the terms’ meanings are universal, their application differs depending on your home state.  So, make sure … Continue reading →

Did you know that each year in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, hundreds of pedestrians are injured in car accidents??  Here at Bottaro Law, we take pride in helping those who suffer personal injuries from careless drivers.  I recently settled a … Continue reading →

In today’s blog, I will go over step-by-step what you should do after a car accident in Rhode Island. Step 1: Assess your injuries, move to a safe place, and call 911. First, quickly assess your injuries to determine if … Continue reading →

According to WPRI reports, Providence Police have criminally charged a 34-year-old driver for failing to stop at the scene of a car accident (“hit-and-run”) after they struck and killed a pedestrian. This accident occurred on North Main Street, just before … Continue reading →

It is unwise to speak to an automobile insurance adjustor without first consulting an attorney.  You may be asking yourself why… when the adjuster seems friendly, or especially when the adjustor is from “your” car insurance company.  To put a … Continue reading →

More than 3 million cases of Cervical Acceleration-Deceleration (CAD) Syndrome, better known as Whiplash, occur each year.  It comes as no surprise that a common cause of whiplash is rear-end car accidents – when those in affected vehicles are launched … Continue reading →

According to WPRI reports, Rhode Island State Police charged a 25-year-old man in a deadly DUI-related car accident that occurred at Rt.146 North, just past Rt.116, in Lincoln, Rhode Island.  The accident left one passenger dead and another seriously injured. … Continue reading →

The winter season can bring tough driving conditions. A Rhode Island car accident involving personal injuries is very common, especially this time of year. Here at Bottaro Law, we recently settled such a case. Coventry Rhode Island Car Accident Results … Continue reading →

Car accidents involving pedestrians can cause serious personal injuries, even death.  Did you know that nationally pedestrian car accident wrongful deaths have increased by 59 percent since 2009? At Bottaro Injury Lawyers, we help people injured in car accidents throughout … Continue reading →

Did you know that the driver that makes the left-hand turn that results in a collision is almost always at fault? It is important to be aware of your surroundings and know who has the right of way when driving … Continue reading →