Law Offices of Joseph Lamy
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Car Accidents Caused in Part by Snow and Ice
Submitted By: Joseph R. Lamy On: Dec 8th 2010
Category: Auto Accident Causes
Many drivers are curious who is at fault for an accident caused (in part) by snow and ice. Since we are now in the midst of winter, this question is increasingly relevant...
Damages and Compensation for Pedestrians Injured in a Car Accident
Submitted By: Joseph R. Lamy On: Jul 1st 2010
Category: Pedestrian Accident
There may be no more serious auto accident than those involving a car striking a pedestrian. Unprotected pedestrians are likely to suffer serious injuries such as fractures, scarring, head injuries...
Understanding Massachusetts' No Fault Laws
Submitted By: Joseph R. Lamy On: Apr 21st 2010
Category: car accident fault, car accident injury claim, Fault in Car Accidents, Massachusetts
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts maintains "no fault" laws pertaining to auto accidents. Many people, both residents of Massachusetts and Rhode Island residents who are injured...
DUI in Rhode Island: Defenses and Penalties
Submitted By: Joseph R. Lamy On: Nov 9th 2009
Category: DUI Laws by State, Rhode Island
In the State of Rhode Island, the first offense of DUI (driving while intoxicated) is a misdemeanor. If you are pulled over by the police, you must comply with police request for your license and registration but you do not need to answer if they ask whether you have been drinking. If police...
Wrongful Death Law in Rhode Island
Submitted By: Joseph R. Lamy On: Oct 24th 2009
Category: Wrongful Death Lawsuits, Rhode Island
Rhode Island, like all States, recognizes an action for wrongful death. In early common law, such actions were not allowed under the belief that since the victim was dead, no one was alive to bring the lawsuit. Wrongful...
The Right Attorney Makes a Difference in an Injury Claim
Submitted By: Joseph R. Lamy On: Oct 24th 2009
Category: Personal Injury Claims, United States
You are reading this article because you or a loved one has suffered some form of injury and is looking for attorney representation. It is reasonable to ask whether you need to hire an attorney for this...