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2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence, Federal Crimes, Personal Injury and Wrongful Death for Rhode Island on
Q: (b) For the purposes of this section: (i) “Criminal negligence” shall mean: Conduct which is such a departure from what

(b) For the purposes of this section: (i) “Criminal negligence” shall mean: Conduct which is such a departure from what would be that of an ordinary prudent or careful person in the same circumstance as to be incompatible with a proper regard for human life or an indifference to consequences.... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Jan 13, 2024

Under Title 18 USC Code Section 3613(b), the term "Criminal negligence" is defined as conduct that significantly departs from what an ordinary prudent or careful person would do in the same circumstances, to the extent that it shows a lack of proper regard for human life or indifference... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Family Law and Domestic Violence for Rhode Island on
Q: I was violently assaulted by my brother in February of 2023. I didn’t press charges; is it too late for me to do so now?

When my brother attacked me, he punched me in the face and broke my face open. I had gone to the hospital and had to get stitches. The cops came to the house after my brother punched me but I didn’t press charges then. While at the hospital my husband (who witnessed the assault) called the cops... View More

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answered on Aug 16, 2023

It's not too late for you to file a complaint with the police department. It is up to the police whether or not to investigate it. It is up to prosecutors whether or not to bring evidence to a grand jury, get an indictment and charge your brother. You have other options in addition to this.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice and Health Care Law for Rhode Island on
Q: What can I do in regards to a false lab tests results at a clinic I attend ,it has made me extremely upset and worried

False results leading to other questions about my medical information that is completely not true

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 14, 2023

A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If the lab and referring doctor responded to the error promptly, it's possible that could have averted actual damages occurring. A local attorney could advise more definitely with additional details - the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Health Care Law, Landlord - Tenant and Medical Malpractice for Rhode Island on
Q: i went to the emergency room a month and a half ago , I had an infection in my testicle

The ER sent me home with an antibiotic, which the pharmacy would not fill because it would cause a severe. Reaction to my every day medication, I called my Doctor, left them 4/5 messages, I also informed the doctor through the portal what was going on. In the mean time the infection is getting... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Mar 22, 2023

The facts you relate have the earmarks of a valid legal malpractice that should be investigated. You should consult with experienced medical malpractice attorneys in your state. You can search for such attorneys on this website.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: Do my home’s front stairs require a railing? Home built in 1890’s, current railing is wood and rickety; want it removed

Neighbor said it’s a personal injury liability to have no railing. I believe we may be ok because of how old the house is.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 6, 2022

A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. No railing might be better than a rickety railing that presents a false sense of security, but your neighbor raises a valid point - not having a railing where one is required or recommended could also create... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets for Rhode Island on
Q: Son was in an accident with another party who was using a personal vehicle as a business vehicle

My son was in a car accident with another party. Small accident where he rear ended the person in front of them. No one was hurt but his air bad went off. Small dent to the persons mini van. The women stated to me at the scene she was in route to a catering activity (and this wasn’t her vehicle)... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 16, 2021

A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a GENERAL principle nationwide, one could sue for damages they sustained by another vehicle - that seems to be the central crux of your concerns when you ask whether her claim means anything.

But...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: School bus stop changed and now it’s on a busy dangerous road. What can I do?

Bus stop was changed 2x in 24hrs. It’s now in front of a business on a major street. They say due to living 2 miles from the school we are lucky to even get bussing. Sidewalks are a mess and not safe. Police chief was not notified to inspect and school department has no knowledge if that knew... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 18, 2021

A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. One option, as a starting point, might be to see if a local elected official could help, based on the level of hazard and the age of the child. Good luck

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Products Liability and Legal Malpractice for Rhode Island on
Q: I have a GPS monitor on. It has caused permanent damage to my ankle. Can I sue for damages?

I'm on Interstate Parole. I had a violation and had to go back and serve 90 days. Upon release and arrival back to Rhode Island, a GPS monitor was attached. The first time I had a monitor, it was for 90 days. I did not get any marks then.

However, it has been six months since I... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Feb 23, 2021

I'm not hearing you had medical treatement. Until you get it there is no record showing you have anything caused by the monitor. Once you have that you can ask to have it switched to the other ankle or made so that you can work a sock in between the brace and your ankle.

You should...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Health Care Law for Rhode Island on
Q: I had a my index knuckle replaced in 2015. It failed in 2019...broke. How many others have failed...his patent???

Doctor has patents on replacement joints. I have 2. Index failed in 4 yesrs...in retirement.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 17, 2020

A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal involving the joint failure. To make a meaningful assessment, an attorney would probably need to review your records with a medical professional - and possibly a biomedical engineer.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: How do i go about amending a personal injury suit from negligence to reckless

Me in the hywy and was arrested

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 30, 2020

This is something that a Rhode Island attorney could advise best on, but your post remains open for three weeks. Ordinarily, most state civil procedure codes contain provisions for amending a complaint (if this is a state court-based claim, which most motor vehicle accidents involving parties from... View More

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Q: How can i change or revise a personal injury claim from neglience to reckless? Please help
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 6, 2020

A Rhode Island attorney could best advise, but your post remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with a local attorney, as a general premise, if you are talking about a purely civil matter, that distinction could be one that the insurance carrier and the claimant, or their... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: How does the court decide if a bar is liable for over-serving me drinks before I got into a car accident?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 30, 2018

You should consult with a Rhode Island attorney as to what is considered and admissible specific to the state. As a general matter, some of the things that courts in such cases could consider include video footage from the establishment, eyewitness testimony, and receipts.

Tim Akpinar

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Rhode Island on
Q: My mother in law constantly puts her mitts on things that don't belong to her in an area deemed as a private area.

My mother lives in an area that is shared with my mother in law's things, but was given a clear division line for "her room". These spaces share a common door, however, every time we leave the house, my mother in law enters my mom's space, moves things around that do not belong... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 27, 2017

Your remedies will depend on whether she is a guest or a tenant. If she is a guest, you might ask her to leave if she continues this behavior you find unacceptable. If she is a tenant, you may have to file a formal eviction.

1 Answer | Asked in Sexual Harassment, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: I am 17 but i was 16 at the time i got raped by a 20 year old man who was my boyfriend

i do not know if i want to persue a case yet but i want to know if i can do it when im 18 so my parents will not get involved i do have text message evidence that i did say no and i live in rhode island

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Nov 6, 2017

1) you were raped. It's a crime. You should really report that to the police.

2) you may file a civil suit but if the rapist has no money there isn't a civil case that can be brought that won't cost you more.

3) consult a member of the RI assn for justice to discuss...
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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: 17yBoy assaults16y Girl in grandparents house after the grandparents invited her and can there civil s againt gp?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Feb 19, 2017

Depends entirely on what happened. At that age they are young adults and granparents aren't necessarily responsible unless 17 yr old is their kid. Why not contact a member of the RI Assn for Justice --they give free consults.

2 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence, Family Law and Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: is there a case for an autism child got a target burn mark on his butt on the last day of summer daycare?.

parent find out at night when bath and brought him to hospital and file a report, this happen on last Friday. police is still claim on investigation but parent think that the department is not going to do much because the officer question if the child had sat on something hot and got burn or did... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 19, 2016

Charges need to be pressed by the police and /or attorney general's office. A civil suit is possible if it can be shown that it happened at the daycare. Suggest the parents contact an attorney who provides free consultations.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: a school is letting 5 children cross a 4 lane road without a crossing guard to get to school is this right?

my children were taken the bus it was 0.8 miles in the range but, the school department moved the stop to under the range of 0.75. (right across the street from my house and my friends ) so our children can't take the bus. but, the other children can in the area. this area was always bused... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 18, 2016

Or someone walks them to school.The school board is presumably elected.That's how you get it--the R.I. Statute seems to say that they have to provide a bus when walking "isnt practicable." Your arguement would be for the kids up to grade 4 or so walking 3/4 of a mile is a long way,... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning, Environmental and Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: Tree service is chipping wood and dying mulch behind my house. They have no invisible fence and makes it tough to breath

Been looking for laws against air pollution since my children been getting sick from playing outside. Please help!

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 17, 2016

Might be a zoning reg. Talk to your borough.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: Stolen Vehicle, Parking Lot at fault?

My fiance's car was stolen after being left by a parking attendant at his work after closing with the keys in the car, the doors unlocked. He was never told that the attendant would leave the keys in his car if he did not return to pick them up before closing. His car was then stolen, but... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Mar 27, 2015

When you have a problem like this, it is best to meet with an attorney and retain them to assist you.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Rhode Island on
Q: as a plantif can i just end a civil suit

suing for ssdi

Bernard P. Healy
Bernard P. Healy
answered on Jan 27, 2015

Yes. You can withdraw your application for disability benefits at any time.

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