Category: Helpful Tips

Person on their cell phone while driving

“One second, let me just send this text quick…” That one second could take someone’s life, not to mention your own. Distracted driving, as well as speed, is one of the top reasons and concerns for motor vehicle accidents. What … Continue reading

Blue bicycle with a basket

Did you know that after a car accident, bike accident, or other personal injury, there are defined terms in insurance policies that can have a big impact on your legal rights? In today’s blog, let’s examine the meaning of a “motor … Continue reading

Truck damaged after accident

Recently, we obtained a settlement for a Coventry Rhode Island man who suffered complex leg fractures from a truck accident. Providence Pickup Truck Accident With Complex Leg Fractures Our client was a passenger in a truck whose operator carelessly caused … Continue reading

Worker suffering from an injury

Did you know in Rhode Island and Massachusetts there are certain time constraints to filing a personal injury lawsuit? This personal injury attorney Mike Bottaro, and in today’s blog I want you to know this general point and how missing … Continue reading

slip and fall accident on a ice

Did you know that if you suffered personal injuries in a slip and fall on ice, you may have a legal case? For over two decades, I have been helping the injured in slip and fall cases against landlords, shopping centers, … Continue reading

Night car accident

This is personal injury lawyer Mike Bottaro and it has been my honor to represent victims of DUI drivers in car accidents. In today’s blog, let’s examine some of the issues that arise in a DUI car accident here in RI … Continue reading

accident record

Did you know there are some simple things to avoid when you have a personal injury case? This is Attorney Mike Bottaro and as we ring in the new year, here are 3 costly mistakes to avoid on your case! … Continue reading

traffic in snow

Do you know how to minimize the risk of a car accident in winter driving? This is Rhode Island and Massachusetts car accident lawyer Mike Bottaro giving you 5 tips in today’s blog! 1. Prepare Your Car Before Winter Driving As the season changes … Continue reading

Insurance agent and man near car after accident

Did you know that you may not be required to give any statement to a car insurance company after a car accident? And that doing so may only serve to hurt your rightful claim for damages? Giving the insurance company a … Continue reading

Mike Bottaro With Client

Yes. In today’s blog, you should feel reassured to know that if you at first select a lawyer that is not the right fit for you, you are allowed to change lawyers. Let’s dive into some common questions on this … Continue reading