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Articles Posted in Rhode Island

May 25, 2026

Rhode Island Sex Abuse Lawsuits

This post will explain the basics of Rhode Island sexual abuse lawsuits. We examine how Rhode Island law defines sexual abuse and assault and when victims of sex abuse can file civil lawsuits and get compensation. We will also analyze the potential settlement for sex abuse lawsuits in Rhode Island.

2026 Update #1: Senate Okays Clergy Bill

On June 2, 2026, the Rhode Island Senate reached a deal to move forward with a clergy abuse revival bill that would give adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse a new chance to file civil lawsuits. The bill would temporarily lift the statute of limitations, opening a lookback window for claims that would otherwise be considered too old to bring.

January 15, 2025

Rhode Island Injury Verdicts and Settlements

by Ronald V. Miller, Jr.

Below is an outline summarizing some critical points of law related to personal injury cases in Rhode Island, such as the statute of limitations deadline for filing a lawsuit and how much money a plaintiff can get in a successful case. We also provide summaries of recent settlements and verdicts in Rhode Island injury cases.

Rhode Island Injury Verdicts and Settlements

2024, Rhode Island: $35,000 Settlement. The plaintiff, a minor, was a passenger in a vehicle that was involved in a multiple-car accident on the highway. The plaintiff suffered injuries to her neck and shoulder and brought claims against 2 of the at-fault drivers involved in the accident. The claims were settled with the insurance companies for each defendant paying half of the settlement.

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