Blog: Personal Injury

A Rhode Island catastrophic injury settlement is rarely the product of a single dramatic fact. It is built over months from records, professional analysis, and decisions made in the first weeks. Gemma Law Associates obtained $3.5 million for a 39-year-old man who fell while working on a roof at a...

After a life-altering injury, families often hope their legal claim will move quickly. In reality, the catastrophic injury lawsuit timeline is usually measured in years, not months, and for good reason. The cases that resolve fastest are often the ones that settle for too little. Let’s review what actually shapes...

The honest answer to what a catastrophic injury case is worth in Rhode Island is that no one can provide an exact figure without knowing the details of your unique situation. Case value comes down to the losses a specific injury creates, many of which last a lifetime.  Knowing what...

Cost is the first question most people have before calling a personal injury lawyer, and many decide they can't afford one at the exact moment they need help most. In Rhode Island, that worry is usually backward.  Most personal injury lawyers, including our team, work on a contingency fee basis,...

Defining the Burden of Proof The legal world is rife with terms and jargon that can seem daunting to the uninitiated. One such term, pivotal in personal injury claims, is the "burden of proof." Understanding this concept is crucial for anyone seeking justice after an injury, as it plays a...

We live in a digital age where social media has become a significant part of our lives. It's a platform for sharing, connecting, and expressing ourselves. However, when you're involved in a Rhode Island personal injury case, your social media activity can have consequences. The Power and Pitfalls of Social...

Hello, this is Mark Gemma from Gemma Law Associates. As a personal injury attorney serving all of Rhode Island, I often get asked about the legal process involved in personal injury cases. One of the most crucial stages in this process is the discovery phase. Today, I want to shed...

Accidents can happen anywhere, and even injuries that seem minor can have major, long-term impacts on a person’s life. In too many cases, people who are victims of personal injury accidents are reluctant to file a claim because they don’t think it’s worth it, or they don’t understand how their...

Do you think you or a family member became ill because of the contaminated water at Camp Lejeune in Jacksonville, NC? Are you wondering how to file a lawsuit? If the answer is yes—then read this. Per the Camp Lejeune Justice Act, you have two years from August 10, 2022...

Did you know that your personal injury lawsuit could be settled before it ever reaches a courtroom? Only a small percentage of personal injury cases actually go to trial, and that’s good news. In many cases, it means that you can get the compensation you deserve much more quickly and...