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Rhode Island Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

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Crosswalk Law: 🚶 Strong Protection
Filing Deadline: 3 years
Fatality Rate: 1.4 per 100k
3 years
Statute of Limitations
15+
Annual Fatalities
1.4 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Rhode Island Crosswalk Laws

🚶 Strong Pedestrian Protections

Drivers must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks. Strong pedestrian protections.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians have right-of-way in crosswalks. Providence has pedestrian safety initiatives.

Rhode Island Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 3 years

In Rhode Island, you have 3 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Pure comparative fault

Rhode Island uses pure comparative fault. You can recover damages even if partially at fault, reduced by your percentage of fault.

Minimum Insurance

Rhode Island requires minimum coverage of $25,000/$50,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Rhode Island

Providence Broad Street
Warwick arterials
Route 1 corridor

What Makes Rhode Island Unique

  • Dense urban areas
  • High pedestrian activity in Providence

Cities We Serve in Rhode Island

Providence
RI
Warwick
RI
Cranston
RI
Pawtucket
RI

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