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\"blueLosing a loved one due to another driver\u2019s negligence can be soul-crushing. Although you should focus on mourning for your family member, the reality for many people is that the financial instability caused by a loved one\u2019s sudden passing can be terrifying. How do you survive emotionally and financially after losing a precious loved one in a fatal car accident<\/a>?<\/span><\/p>\n

At Bottaro Law<\/a>, we don\u2019t have the power to heal your heart. But we can help you hold the negligent driver accountable for their actions and seek a degree of justice on behalf of the deceased.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our team knows this is an exceedingly difficult time for you, and we encourage you to <\/span>reach out<\/span><\/a> to our\u00a0<\/span>Rhode Island office<\/span>\u00a0for support and legal advice. We provide a free, no-risk consultation to help get you started.<\/span><\/p>\n

How Common are Fatal Car Accidents in Rhode Island?<\/b><\/h2>\n

For several years the rate of fatal car accidents in Rhode Island was declining. In a recent year, before the pandemic, there were 57 fatalities in Rhode Island, according to the <\/span>Federal Highway Admission<\/span><\/a>. Recently, however, \u00a0<\/span>local news organizations<\/span><\/a>\u00a0have reported an uptick in the number of fatal car accidents on Rhode Island roadways, possibly due to increased speeding and alcohol use during the pandemic.<\/span><\/p>\n

While fatality numbers may not seem high, fatal car crashes in Rhode Island are still too common, and motorists can prevent them by exercising more caution.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Are the Most Common Causes of Fatal Car Accidents?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Negligence causes many fatal car accidents in Rhode Island. Drivers who take their attention off the road for even a moment can cause catastrophic accidents. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the most common causes of fatal accidents in Rhode Island include:<\/span><\/h3>\n