Rhode Island Personal Injury Lawyer
At Marasco & Nesselbush, we recognize that suffering an injury due to someone else’s negligence can be a deeply traumatic experience. The aftermath can leave you feeling overwhelmed, as you navigate medical bills, recovery, and the emotional impact of your situation. Knowing how to proceed in seeking justice and compensation can be daunting, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our dedicated team of personal injury attorneys is here to guide you through this challenging time and ensure your rights are protected.
- Updated date:
- October 10, 2025
Personal injuries can happen to you anywhere — while driving on the road, getting care at a medical facility, or while spending time on a commercial or personal property. Wherever it takes place, your injuries may entitle you to compensation from the wrongdoer.
Types Of Personal Injury Cases We Handle At Marasco & Nesselbush
As a longstanding Rhode Island personal injury law firm, we have experience managing many different kinds of personal injury claims, including:
Car Accidents
Rhode Island has seen a number of serious car accident cases in recent years. No one knows this better than the West Warwick/Exeter-West Greenwich hockey team. Two former high school players for the hockey team were hit by a drunk driver in early 2021. One of the minors was critically injured.
A year later, in February 2022, tragedy struck again. A North Kingstown alcohol-impaired driver hit a car carrying two current hockey team members in Exeter. One of the teens suffered serious injuries in the Route 165 crash and later died from those injuries. Â
Rhode Island has a higher rate of alcohol-impaired driving fatal accidents than the rest of the country. Injuries can also be suffered in minor fender benders. People who attempt to represent themselves against insurance companies often face significant challenges. An insurance company’s only motivation is to save money. Experienced personal injury attorneys can help you overcome the insurance company’s denial or limitations of coverage for motor vehicle accident damages and injuries.
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Truck Accidents​
In accidents involving trucks, it’s almost always the people in the car who get seriously injured. Because of their size and weight, truck collisions often result in severe injuries to those in passenger vehicles.
A truck weighing more than 10,000 gross pounds is categorized as a large truck. Crashes involving large trucks killed more than 5,000 people in the U.S. in 2019, with almost 160,000 people suffering injuries in truck accidents. 74 large truck accidents resulted in fatalities in 2019 throughout Rhode Island.Â
Nationwide, 68% of fatalities in truck accidents are the people in the passenger vehicle. Fatal injuries to car passengers and drivers in truck collisions are unfortunately common in Rhode Island. Winter road conditions play a significant role in truck and other vehicle crashes in our state.
Wrongful Death
Doctors and hospital staff can make errors in diagnosing or treating a serious condition that, if left unchecked, can result in a patient’s death. Mistakes during surgeries or drug administration at nursing homes can also result in a patient’s death. The Rhode Island Hospital and the Newport Hospital are not unfamiliar with wrongful death lawsuits.
When such a death occurs, the family may file a wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death lawsuit involves complicated facts concerning medical conditions, the care given, and an analysis of whether the care met the medical profession’s standard of care. Lawyers must wisely select medical experts to successfully support their clients’ claims.
Medical Malpractice
Marasco & Nesselbush has extensive experience handling medical malpractice cases, earning a reputation for achieving justice for victims of medical negligence. Our team of skilled attorneys has successfully represented clients in a variety of scenarios, including:
- Misdiagnosis Or Delayed Diagnosis: Patients who suffer because of a healthcare provider’s failure to correctly or promptly diagnose a condition.
- Surgical Errors: Cases where mistakes during surgery lead to serious complications or injuries, such as operating on the wrong body part or leaving surgical instruments inside the patient.
- Medication Errors: Incidents involving incorrect prescriptions, dosages, or administration of medication, resulting in harm to the patient.
- Birth Injuries: Instances where negligent prenatal care or errors during delivery lead to injuries in newborns, such as cerebral palsy.
Proving negligence in medical malpractice cases requires a thorough understanding of medical standards and meticulous attention to detail. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to gather evidence, consult with medical experts, and build a compelling case to ensure our clients receive the compensation they deserve.
Workers’ Compensation
Navigating the workers’ compensation claims process can be challenging. Marasco & Nesselbush personal injury attorneys help injured workers by guiding them through the steps:
- Report The Injury: Inform your employer immediately.
- Medical Treatment: Seek medical attention and follow prescribed treatments.
- File A Claim: Submit a formal claim to your employer’s insurance provider.
Benefits available include medical expenses, lost wages, and disability compensation. Our firm ensures that you receive the full benefits you’re entitled to by providing legal experience and representation throughout the process.
Dog Bites
Victims of dog bites have legal options to seek compensation for their injuries. Liability often falls on the dog owner, especially if negligence is proven. Compensation can cover medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The legal team at Marasco & Nesselbush helps injury victims by:
- Establishing liability.
- Negotiating with insurance companies.
- Pursuing litigation if necessary.
Slip And Fall
Premises liability holds property owners responsible for maintaining safe environments. Negligence in slip and fall cases involves:
- Unsafe conditions (e.g., wet floors, poor lighting).
- Failure to warn or rectify hazards.
Marasco & Nesselbush assists clients by gathering evidence, proving negligence, and securing compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Social Security
Marasco & Nesselbush offers comprehensive services for social security disability claims, including:
- Application Assistance: Helping clients prepare and submit initial applications.
- Appeals Process: Representing clients in appeals if their claim is denied.
Our team ensures that clients understand their rights, complete the necessary paperwork, and present strong cases to secure the benefits they deserve.
RI Personal Injury Cases – Why Choose The Law Office Of Marasco & Nesselbush?
Choosing Marasco & Nesselbush means partnering with a firm renowned for its exceptional experience and high success rate in personal injury cases. We go above and beyond to help you win your case. Our strengths that set us apart include:
- Extensive Experience: Decades of combined legal knowledge in personal injury law.
- Proven Success: A track record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for our clients.
- Client-Centered Approach: Personalized attention and dedicated advocacy to meet each client’s unique needs.
- No Win-No Fee: Free initial consultation to help you understand the merits of your case.
Rhode Island Statutes Of Limitations For Personal Injury Claims​
If you’ve been injured and you know or suspect someone else is at fault, it’s important to remember that there are time limits on how long you can wait to file a claim. These limits are known as statutes of limitation.
Here are some key filing requirements related to personal injury claims:
Three Years After Injury/Death:
- Personal injuries.
- Medical malpractice.
- Loss of consortium.
- Wrongful death (loss of consortium, companionship, or society in wrongful death action).
- Pain and suffering in a wrongful death case.
Ten Years from the Purchase Date:
- Product liability.
Call The RI Personal Injury Lawyers At Marasco & Nesselbush For A Free Consultation!
If you suffered injuries in an accident where someone else was at fault, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. A personal injury lawyer can help you assess your case and file a claim for damages. The attorney will guide you through the process and gather evidence to help you secure fair compensation for the injuries the negligent party caused.
The death of a family member is a profound and life-changing loss. When death is caused by improper medical care or a lack of reasonable caution by a driver, a personal injury lawyer may advise you to file a wrongful death lawsuit. A lawyer will develop your case and file a legal claim in the appropriate court system to seek damages from the responsible party.
When you find yourself wondering if your personal injuries merit filing a lawsuit, you’ll want Marasco & Nesselbush in your corner. Our lawyers and legal professionals approach each case with dedication, treating injury victims and their families with compassion while vigorously pursuing fair compensation.
We are honored to be part of the communities we serve and enjoy giving to worthy causes. The Rhode Island organizations we support include:
- West Broadway Neighborhood Association
- Mental Health Association of Rhode Island
- Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America
- Pawtucket Red Sox
- Brain Injury Association of RI
- Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International
- Rhode Island Pride
- Providence In-Town Churches Association
Our results demonstrate why many clients consider Marasco & Nesselbush among Rhode Island’s leading personal injury law firms.
$6.2M Award In Distracted Driver Accident
As co-counsel, we secured a $6.2M settlement for a car accident victim who suffered catastrophic injuries in a rollover crash caused by a distracted driver. Our expert performed 3D mapping of the site and analyzed all the variables involved. We teamed up with an esteemed physician-engineer expert to conclude that the injury to our client’s spine would have happened even with a seat belt. Defendants settled before facing us at trial.
$5.1M Recovered In Medical Negligence Case
The team at Marasco & Nesselbush achieved this recovery on behalf of the estate of a woman who passed away after a surgeon nicked her bowel during a gallbladder operation. The negligent medical providers failed to act to control the infection that resulted from this error, despite a diagnostic image showing leakage from the bowel. The victim underwent emergency septic shock surgery and passed a year later following serious medical complications. A friend of the firm referred her family to us for help.
$925,000 Award In Rear-End Accident
Our firm fought to help a man recover damages for injuries he suffered after a car struck him, after his vehicle was rear-ended by another car.
FAQs
What can a personal injury attorney do for me?
A personal injury attorney provides trusted legal representation, protects your rights, handles insurance companies, gathers evidence, and builds a strong case on your behalf. They work to secure the maximum compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering, so you can focus on recovery.
Will my case settle or go to trial?
Most personal injury cases settle out of court through negotiation. However, if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, your lawyer may recommend taking the case to trial. Either way, an experienced attorney will fight for the best possible outcome for you.
What should I avoid doing after an accident?
Avoid admitting fault, speaking to insurance adjusters without legal advice, or posting about the accident on social media. Don’t delay medical treatment or ignore follow-up care. These mistakes can harm your case and reduce the compensation you may be entitled to receive.
How much is my Rhode Island personal injury claim worth?
The value of your claim depends on factors such as medical costs, lost income, the severity of your injuries, and the impact on your life. A personal injury lawyer will carefully evaluate your case to pursue the full and fair compensation you deserve.
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