Altercations may be common in Newport, yet if you are like most, you may assume that few escalate into what many would consider to be assault. Yet oftentimes, clients come to us here at Lynch and Pine surprised to discover that what they may have classified as being...
If you have ever wondered what might happen to you during a traffic stop and a police officer decides to test you for potential impairment, you are not alone. FieldSobrietyTests.org explains that there are a series of tests sanctioned by the National Highway Traffic...
Seeing the red and blue flashing lights of a police car in your rear view mirror can be enough to make any driver panic. Having to pull over and speak to police officers is, at the very least, inconvenient and a bit embarrassing. However, a traffic stop also has the...
Because medical insurance is a complex and complicated entity, some people working in the health care industry have found it easy to deceive the system for personal gain. Patients are often unaware of the coverage their plans offer or the types of diagnostics a...
When you think about drug-related crimes, you probably think of selling, trafficking or possessing unlawful substances. However, there are a number of other offenses related to drugs for which you can be arrested. For instance, recently, more than eight people were...
Have you ever thought about what you would do if you answered a knock at your door only to find several people who claim to be federal investigators asking to come in so they can take a look around? Do you have to let them in? Are you legally obligated to answer their...
It's a common misconception that Rhode Island drivers are guilty as soon as they see the flashing red lights in their rear view mirrors. Drivers may know they have been drinking alcohol and are probably over the limit of .08 and thus act the part by nearly convicting...
Holiday weekends are notorious for extra police patrols and DUI/DWI checkpoints. If you or a family member was charged with a drunk driving offense this past weekend, it is important that you understand your rights as well as the consequences of a conviction. Many...
Civil asset forfeiture has been making headlines in Rhode Island and across the country. While seizing assets during the investigation of a crime is sometimes useful in preventing or solving crimes, it has evolved into a questionable practice. You do not have to be...
Over the years, the Super Bowl has turned into an event that is not just for football fans. Many people who have little interest in the game host and attend Super Bowl parties. In fact, Super Bowl parties are such a big deal that Americans eat more on Super Bowl...
