Personal Injury Lawyer Tips On Rhode Island's Pure Comparative Negligence Statute By: Prasad Josh | - As a Rhode Island personal injury lawyer, I deal with issues of comparative negligence on a routine basis. Consumers should understand that comparative negligence is a system to assign fault when more than one person acts negligently. Negligence is a person's unintentional failure to comply with a legally imposed duty or standard of care. Under a system of comparative negligence, a personal injury victim or property owner that is partially to blame for causing their injury or loss may only recei ... Tags:Rhode Island personal injury lawyer
Rhode Island Medicaid Planning By: Stephen Pennington | - Medicaid planning in Rhode Island, as in other states, is most often defined by the events that bring the individual to the planner. That is, crisis planning and advance planning. Crisis planning takes place when a loved one is placed in a nursing home and the family scrambles, maybe even in shock, to figure out how they will pay for it. Advance planning takes place when individuals decide to address possible long term care expenses before a crisis develops. There are many benefits to planning a ... Tags:Rhode Island Law, RI Elder Laws, Laws, Government, Elders, Elder Laws, Seniors, Retirement
Roofing: A Rhode Island Homeowner's Guide By: Damien Cabral | - When it comes to roofing, Rhode Island homeowners need two things: knowledge and a good contractor. In an area so prone to extreme weather, most homeowners (aside from people who are in the roofing repair field) need to trust experts to care for their roofing. Rhode Island is home to many reliable roofing companies, so finding a reliable, quality contractor is often simply a matter of doing a little homework and interviewing a few people.
Rhode Island: Infiniti Qx As Safe As Driving In A Bubble By: Brian Tavares | - Rhode Island: Infiniti QX drivers may receive criticism from time to time. In a world that has become obsessed with driving vehicles as small as washing machines whenever possible, a large SUV like the Infiniti QX may cause some self-proclaimed tree huggers to turn up their noses and question who that driver thinks he or she is. But there may be more to driving a QX than the assumed attitude of QX drivers of, I can drive whatever size of vehicle I please thought to be the only explanatio ... Tags:Rhode Island Infiniti QX, Rhode Island used Infiniti QX
Rhode Island: Infiniti G Sedan Looks The Part, Not The Price By: Timothy Boyle | - All Rhode Island Infiniti G Sedan dealerships are obviously in the car selling business and just trying to make a living. However, these Rhode Island Infiniti G Sedan dealerships, which also sell residents of Rhode Island Infiniti M vehicles, have been responsible for some controversy between family and friends as of late. Owners of the latest Infiniti G25 model have reported being accused of lying by friends and family members after taking their loved ones for a ride in their sedan and mentio ... Tags:Rhode Island Infiniti G Sedan, Rhode Island Infiniti M
Rhode Island: Infiniti Qx Outdoes The Competition By: Matthew Kuchar | - Rhode Island: Infiniti QX SUVs are often misunderstood. Although increasingly more understood, Infiniti is not always recognized for the luxury brand that it is. Because the auto brand has not been around as long as the mainstays of BMW and Mercedes-Benz, consumers see the price tags accompanying Infiniti vehicles and think my oh my, why wouldnt I just buy a Mercedes or a BMW for that price? Well, the answer to that question is for lots of reasons.
To start, Infiniti vehicles a ... Tags:Rhode Island Infiniti QX, Rhode Island used Infiniti QX
In my 13 years as a Rhode Island Child Custody Lawyer, I have seen many fathers and mothers make inane and stupid decisions during the course of Rhode Island Child Custody Proceedings. Sometimes winning your RI Child Custody is about the mistakes that you avoid rather than what you do right.
Rhode Island Car Accident Lawyer By: David Slepkow | - If you are involved in a Rhode Island Car Accident, there are many important steps you can take to protect your rights and help you get the best Personal Injury settlement Possible. You should contact a Rhode Island Personal Injury Lawyer immediately after the Auto Accident.
1. If you are injured or feeling any pain, obtain medical treatment as soon as possible. If you do not leave the scene of the automobile or motorcycle accident by ambulance than either go see your family doctor ... Tags:rhode island, car accident, personal injury
Rhode Island Divorce Trials Are Nearly Extinct By: David Slepkow | - Why are there so few Divorce Trials in Rhode Island Family Court? If there are thousands of cases filed in Rhode Island Family Court, why are there so few trials?
Divorce trials are very different from divorce hearings. A hearing in Family Court is when a judge hears testimony of witnesses or hears arguments from counsel about pretrial matters such as Child Custody, Child Support, Child Visitation, Contempt, Restraining Orders, Discovery motions, Motions to Modify Child Support, Tem ... Tags:rhode island, ri, providence, divorce, trials, child custody, child support, family court,
Rhode Island Divorce Mediator- Attorney David Slepkow By: David Slepkow | - Mediation is the process in which parties attempt to settle and resolve disputes, divide property, and determine child custody issues using a Rhode Island Mediator.
Child Custody In Rhode Island By: David Slepkow | - The Rhode Island Family Court judge utilizes the "best interest of the child" standard in Rhode Island Child Custody and Child Visitation cases. The Factors a Family Court Judge should use in making a "best interest of the child" determination are set forth in the seminal Rhode Island case of Pettinato v Pettinato, 589 A.2d 909 (R.I. 1990) Child Custody, Visitation and Placement issues are usually determined by the RI Family Court in Divorce, Post Divorce, Paternity, DCYF, Family Law, and Child ... Tags:rhode island, physical placement, legal custody, lawyers, child custody, family court, child custody
Rhode Island is an equitable distribution of assets state. R.I.G.L 15-5-16.1 is the statute that pertains to equitable distribution of assets. The Rhode Island Supreme Court has stated on numerous occasions that marriage is an Economic Partnership.
Personal Injury Law Faqs- Rhode Island By: David Slepkow | - Q: Will you always pay out of pocket expenses up front in Rhode Island Personal Injury cases?
A: We almost always pay all out of pocket expenses and get reimbursed from the proceeds upon settlement or judgment.
Q: What are normal and usual out of pocket expenses in a RI Personal Injury or Auto Accident Case?
Rhode Island Family Law Faqs By: David Slepkow | - Question: Is there any way to shorten the 90 day waiting period after the nominal Rhode Island Divorce.
Answer. No, the 90 day waiting period is mandated by Law. A Final Judgment of Divorce cannot be granted by a Family Court Judge until the 91st day after the nominal Divorce hearing. The only exception to this rule is for divorce complaints granted based on the grounds of living separate and apart for a space of 3 years which has a substantially lesser waiting period.
A: We do not charge any fee unless you collect as a result of your personal injury or Car Accident claim. In the event that we are successful in obtaining a settlement for you we will be reimbursed out of pocket expenses. We typically refer medical malpractice and product liability claims to top Rhode Island Personal Injury Attorneys. Some Rhode Island Medical Malpractice Attorneys charge 40 percent for Medical malprac ... Tags:Rhode Island, ri, Personal Injury, Lawyer, attorney
Rhode Island Infiniti M Boasts Winning Interior By: Rod Johnson | - Did you know the auto industry gave awards for the best interior? I guess thats not so far-fetched when you think about all awards out there in other industries. Your Rhode Island Infiniti M dealer is proud that the 2011 Infiniti M was named by Wards Auto World as the 2010 Wards Auto Interior of the Year in the premium car category.
The sward was designed to honor - what else- outstanding auto interiors and the winners are selected by an eight-member team of editors f ... Tags:Rhode Island Infiniti M, Boston used Infiniti
Rhode Island 2010 Mini: Mini Competes With Porsche By: Riley Quinn | - Well, I cant say Im surprised that Porsche would beat Mini in a race, but Mini did hold its own to some extent and likely came out on top with buyers as well as getting the award having the guts to issue the challenge in the first place. Dealers of Rhode Island Hardtop Mini though it was a fun ride.
Not long ago Mini challenged Porsche to a run its 911 Carrera S and against the Cooper S. Apparently it was a serious tossing of the gauntlet. Serious good press, anyway. The compe ... Tags:Rhode Island Hardtop, Rhode Island 2010 MINI
Education On Refinancing A Home Loan In Rhode Island By: Earnest Younge | - Rhode Island Refinancing provides the 'much needed flexibility' to the individuals for having adjusted to the rates of interest that exist. It is a known fact that Rhode Island refinancing enables certain owners of having availed of the least rates. People of Barrington have started relying on Rhode Island refinancing off late. The sole way of having refinanced or secured Rhode Island refinancing is via companies existing in the state.
The Rhode Island Foundation. What Can It Do For You? By: John E. MacDonald | - As a family planner, I try to stay on top of any and all resources which might assist my clients in meeting their goals. I recently met with a representative of the Rhode Island Foundation which is a non-profit foundation. The stated objective of the foundation is to sustain and strengthen the quality of life for all Rhode Islanders which of course is a noble goal.
When the representative called, my first reaction was: My clients are not rich so what can this foundation do ... Tags:Mediation Rhode
Rhode Island Infiniti M Drivers Watch As The Qx56 Gets Even More Luxurious By: Riley Quinn | - Infiniti and beyond? Perhaps, with a new look that separates the Infiniti brand from Nissan and will give Infiniti a unique look, but one more comparable to other luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz and Lexus than like its sister brand Nissan. Rhode Island Infiniti M dealers are confident this is the right move for Infiniti.
How To Refinance A Home Loan In Rhode Island By: Earnest Younge. | - Rhode Island Refinancing provides the 'much needed flexibility' to the individuals for having adjusted to the rates of interest that exist. It is a known fact that Rhode Island refinancing enables certain owners of having availed of the least rates. People of Barrington have started relying on Rhode Island refinancing off late. The sole way of having refinanced or secured Rhode Island refinancing is via companies existing in the state.
Rhode Island Long Term Care By: Christine Walker | - The 2007 US Census shows the current population of Rhode Island that hit 1,045,570. Around 130,730 or 13 percent of the population are comprised of elders aged 65 and above. The population of seniors rise incessantly each year; thus, the state government is alarmed of the possible effects on health and welfare. Many private and public communities have come up with several programs that will bolster education for seniors about aging and health. The state government also devised programs for the ... Tags:Rhode Island long term care insurance information, long term
Rhode Island Mini Parts: Benefits Of Buying Online By: Ralph Bennett | - Buying car parts online may be a new concept for many car enthusiasts, but there are several reasons its worth the time and effort. For instance the owner of a MINI Cooper S would have no trouble completely accessorizing the vehicle with a few clicks of the mouse. Customers seeking Rhode Island MINI parts are discovering the convenience of customizing their vehicles from home.
Not only are parts easily accessible online, but think of the time and fuel that can be saved. There are times ... Tags:Rhode Island MINI Parts, Warwick MINI parts:
Swine Flu Hits Rhode Island: Ways To Deal With It By: Andrew Stratton | - The swine flu is a type of influenza which has become increasingly widespread across the United States including the tiny state of Rhode Island. While the flu season doesn't typically hit Rhode Island until December, this year has brought an early season. It is named after the pigs that were originally afflicted with the disease. It is a virus which spreads to humans by their being in contact with the germs which become airborne or remained on surfaces within the environment. A person cannot bec ... Tags:basement cleanup rhode island, fire damage rhode island, mold remediation rhode island
Weight Loss Surgery In Rhode Island By: Craig B. Thompson | - Rhode Island the smallest state -- has a big problem. That problem is obesity. Almost 59% of the population of the Ocean State is overweight or obese (18% obese, 39% overweight) according to data compiled by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. And thats just the adults. 47% of 6-11 year olds, 27% of 12-17 year olds, and 24% of high school students are overweight or at risk for overweight as well.
Rhode Island"€™s Finest Oceanfront Hotels By: David H Urmann | - Rhode Island has plenty of beaches as well as hotels fronting the ocean. Whether you are on a tight budget or an extravagant traveler, you can always select from these hotels depending on your taste.
Enjoy the waters and the eye catching scenery of the oceans of Rhode Island. Ocean front hotels in Rhode Island offer the most promising accommodation that would surely complement your hard- earned money. Avail of the quality services and the comfort you have been searching for a hote ... Tags:ocean front hotels, Rhode Island, Newport Beach Hotel and Suites, Ocean Cliff Resort, The Pleasant View Inn
Places You Can Go When Dating In Rhode Island By: Francis K Githinji | - Rhode Island is a state in the United States in the New England region. It is among the smallest U.S states. It boarders Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. Rhode Island is fondly referred to as Little Rhody by the people who stay there and its visitors, perhaps because it is a very small state. It also has a nick name of the Ocean State because a great part of this state has some salt water and most parts of this state are near a water edge. The U.S Census Bureau of 2005 estimated Rhode Is ... Tags:Dating in Rhode Island
Important Aspects Of Rhode Island Water Damage Cleanup By: Josh Allen | - When Rhode Island water damage clean up takes place there are three important aspects to consider. These three things include the equipment used, the techniques to clean up the water damage, and the people doing the job. You must consider all of these if you need to restore your structure from water damage.
Water damage can be devastating to anyone. It doesnt matter if your structure is a home or a business or something else. It needs to be restored as m ... Tags:water, damage, cleanup, Rhode Island
Question: How do I determine how much money I am entitled to as a result of the accident?
Answer: In order to determine the value of the case, the attorneys must look at a combination of factors, including lost wages, pain and suffering, permanency of the injury, any scarring or disfigurement, loss of consortium, periods of disability, etc. Determining the value of ... Tags:rhode island, ri, personal, injury, accident, attorney, lawyer, law, slip, fall, auto, car, automobile
How is Rhode Island (RI) Child Support determined in divorce cases, paternity cases, child support cases and child visitation cases?
In most cases, child support is determined by the "Rhode Island Family Court Child Support Formula and Guidelines". In the vast majority of child support cases in Rhode Island, the minimum Rhode Is ... Tags:support, ri, rhode island, 18, wage, garnishment, law, lawyer, attorney, family, children, modify,
In Rhode Island (RI) child support does not automatically terminate when a child reaches 18 years old! Termination of a child support order is not automatic in Rhode Island! A child support order / obligation will only terminate if a motion to terminate child support is granted by a Judge of The Rhode Island Family Court. Unlike a motion to modify child support, a DR6 financial statement is n ... Tags:child support, ri, rhode island, 18, wage, garnishment, law.lawyer, ayttorney, family, children, high school
Answer:You should supply your attorney with as much information as possible. If your attorney has more information, he will be better able to properly advise you of your legal rights. You need to bring in all documents pertaining to your case. The accident report is a very important document that you should bring your attorney. Article by Rhode Island ... Tags:personal injury, car, auto, accident, law, rhode island, ri, lawyer, attorney, lawyers, slip, liability
The first step in obtaining a divorce from your spouse is finding a Rhode Island attorney who you are comfortable with. Many attorneys give free initial consultations while others charge for the first consult. I have always taken the position that the initial consultations will be free. Please contact Rhode Island RI divorce, child support and Family Law Attorney, David Slepkow at 401-437-1100 if you need any legal help.
The first step in obtaining a divorce from your spouse is finding a Rhode Island attorney who you are comfortable with. Many attorneys give free initial consultations while others charge for the first consult. I have always taken the position that the initial consultations will be free. Please contact Rhode Island RI divorce, child support and Family Law Attorney, David Slepkow at 401-437-1100 if you need any legal help.
In Rhode Island, all assets acquired by the parties (with limited exceptions as set forth below) during the course of the marriage constitute marital property subject to equitable division by the Family Court. However, gifts and inheritances are not marital property subject to being divided unless the parties co-mingle the assets. A co-mingling could occur if a per ... Tags:rhode island, law, family, divorce, child, support, attorney, lawyer, ri, property, division, marital, slepkow
Owner's title insurance protects the Buyer of a property against undiscovered liens or defects in the title prior to the time of purchase. Title insurance insures the record title and protects an owner of property from losses arising from defects occurring prior to the date of the policy. Therefore, it differs from other types of insurance because it is retrospective in nature. It also differs from other types of in ... Tags:Rhode Island, real estate, law, closing, title, property, attorney, lawyer, purchase, home, mortgage
The answer is - "it depends". There is no good definitive answer to this question in Rhode Island. The only proper answer is it depends on the circumstances. If you refuse the Breathalyzer test, your license and/or privilege to drive in Rhode Island will be automatically suspended after the arraignment but prior to any hearing or disposition of the matter on the merits. If you refuse a Breathalyzer test, the chances of winning ... Tags:dui, dwi, refusal, breathalyzer, rhode island, law, police, alcohol, drunk, license, refuse, driving, criminal
In order to begin the process of evicting a residential tenant in Rhode Island (RI) for non-payment of rent, the tenant must be more than 15 days late and then a five-day demand notice must be sent to the tenant. After the five days, you are entitled to file a complaint for eviction of the tenant for non-payment of rent and the court date will be nine days thereafter. If the ninth day falls on a we ... Tags:Rhode Island, ri, law, rent, nonpayment, notice, landlord, tenant, eviction, apartment, evict, deposit
Yes. Almost all construction at your home requires a building permit. Even the placement of a shed in your backyard necessitates a building permit. Article by Rhode Island Attorney David Slepkow 401-437-1100
Most likely, yes. Anyone who has minor children should have a will to appoint a Guardian in the event of both parents dying while the children are minors. Anyone who wishes to distribute her estate in an alternative manner to the intestate laws prescribed by the state of residence must have a will. Please contact Rhode Island Attorney David Slepkow if you have any questions. 401-437-1100
If all issues concerning divorce, child support, child custody, equitable division of assets, alimony, visitation and other issues are resolved between the parties, the earliest possible date for a nominal divorce in Rhode Island (a nominal divorce is a uncontested divorce in which everything is agreed to) is approximately sixty five to seventy days after the plaintiff files a complaint for divorce. Article by Rhode Island di ... Tags:Rhode Island, divorce, law, lawyer, ri, family law, rsidency, fault, providence, affair, cheating, marriage
Rhode Island Post Divorce Pitfalls And Information By A Ri Family Law Lawyer By: David Slepkow | - (For your convenience, I have prepared this list of "Post Divorce Do's and Don'ts" which are applicable to Rhode Island divorces. Some may be applicable to your case and many will not be applicable. Please take a few minutes to read this. If you have any questions about this article or need any legal help please contact Rhode Island divorce attorney, David slepkow at 401-437-1100
Every person over the age of 65 should have the following documents: a will, a health care power of attorney and a financial power of attorney. please contact an attorney at Slepkow Slepkow & Associates, Inc if you have any questions. 401-437-1100
Misdemeanor Law In Rhode Island (ri) - Plea Agreements - Sentencing & What Is A Conviction? By: David Slepkow | - This article explains pleas and sentencing in Rhode Island (RI) for criminal misdemeanors. If you are charged with a misdemeanor crime in Rhode Island you should read this legal article very carefully. However, do not use this article as a substitute for seeking independent legal advice from a lawyer. This article was written by attorney, David Slepkow 401-437-1100.
Typically, yes. The single most important reason for incorporating is the fact that debts of the corporation and claims against the corporation will not adversely affect your home and other personal assets.
2) What is the difference between a corporation and a limited liability company (LLC) in Rhode Island?
Organizing And Operating A Limited Liability Company (llc) In Rhode Island By A Ri Attorney - Lawyer By: David Slepkow | - In Rhode Island (RI), owners of small businesses and rental or investment real estate should form a Rhode Island Limited Liability Company (LLC) to own and operate the business or real estate. The most important reason for establishing a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is that the owners of the Limited Liability Company, who are referred to as Members, are not liable for the debts of the company. Article by David Slepkow (401-437-1100)
This is a huge urban myth that is completely and totally false! In fact, a couple could live together for 35 years in Rhode Island and still not be common law married! However, another couple could live together for 7 days and be common law married!
There is no standard law or rule in Rhode Island regarding whether or not the non-possessory parent's overtime will be used to calculate child support. One Judge in Rhode Island consistently rules that overtime compensation cannot be used to calculate child support.
In Rhode Island, child support is most typically a monetary amount of money that is paid by the parent having visitation with the child or children. It is an amount that the court deems the child(ren) is entitled to from both parents for the child's support. The parent having visitation is then generally ordered to pay his or her percentage share of the total support amount that is calculated to be due to the child(dren) based upo ... Tags:rhode island child support, child support rhode island, ri child support, child family law, rhode island child support enforcement
