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A motorist in Rhode Island can be convicted of driving while under the influence if toxicology tests reveal that they were operating their motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher, but how long does a driver have to wait after consuming...
In Rhode Island, nurses must understand the seriousness and consequences of a drunk-driving conviction. Beyond the legal system, nurses can face disciplinary action from their employers and nursing boards. A drunk driving conviction can be devastating for a nurse...
Driving under the influence (DUI) in Rhode Island can have serious consequences. Despite continued efforts to raise awareness about the risks, many individuals still get behind the wheel after drinking. This decision leads to countless accidents and lives lost each...
Most Rhode Island employees who are injured in on-the-job accidents are entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, but these programs do not protect mariners who work on vessels in international waters. That is one of the reasons why Congress passed the Merchant...
Substance abuse is a pervasive problem in Rhode Island and throughout the country, affecting people of all ages, races and social statuses. The destructive nature of substance abuse is apparent in victims and can have long-lasting, potentially life-ending, effects on...
Getting a DUI in Rhode Island has serious consequences. But when an airline pilot gets a DUI, it can ruin their career and cause them to lose their professional license. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has alcohol and drug regulations regarding airline...
Drinking and driving is a destructive decision in more ways than one. Getting behind the wheel while intoxicated is never the right decision, but many Rhode Island residents don’t realize that DUI convictions often have a long-term impact on their financial situation....
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Rhode Island that can have significant consequences, especially for commercial drivers with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). A DUI can significantly impact a CDL holder's ability to operate a commercial...
In Rhode Island, burglary is a serious criminal offense that requires proof that a defendant committed specific elements. The elements needed to convict a defendant may vary slightly from one state to another but generally include breaking and entering, intent to...
Most Rhode Island drivers know the consequences of drinking and driving are severe. As a result, they would never think to drink alcohol while driving. It’s not uncommon to wonder if the same law applies to their passenger. In theory, there’s nothing wrong with the...
