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6 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Wakefield, RI
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Showing 6 nursing home abuse lawyers in Wakefield, RI
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Law Office of Joshua A. Sroka
484 Main St, Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 792-1001 rymap.org
d'Oliveira & Associates, p.c.
117 Main St 2nd floor, Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 490-4332 good-legal-advice.com
Debra L Chernick Law Office
343 Main St C, Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 789-1616
Tarzwell & Trubiano Law, LLC
490 Woodruff Ave, Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 783-0819 tarzwelllaw.com
Martha Day Attorney At Law
110 Main St, Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 783-6655 mdaylaw.com
Christopher D. Healey, Law Offices
17 Narragansett Ave W, Wakefield, RI 02879
(401) 782-4600
If you suspect a loved one is suffering from nursing home abuse in Wakefield, Rhode Island, you have legal options. Rhode Island law provides specific protections for nursing home residents under the Rhode Island Patient Bill of Rights. A local lawyer can help you investigate the situation and pursue compensation for injuries or neglect.
What Does a Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer in Wakefield Cost?
Most nursing home abuse lawyers in Rhode Island work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if you win your case. The typical contingency fee ranges from 33 percent to 40 percent of the total recovery. Some lawyers may charge a flat fee for initial consultations, which are often free. Costs for expert witnesses and court filings can add several thousand dollars to a case. This is general information, not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the statute of limitations for a nursing home abuse claim in Rhode Island?
In Rhode Island, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including nursing home abuse, is generally three years from the date of the injury. For wrongful death claims, the time limit is also three years from the date of death. You should act promptly to preserve your legal rights.
What types of abuse are covered under Rhode Island law?
Rhode Island law covers physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, financial exploitation, neglect, and abandonment of nursing home residents. The Rhode Island Department of Health investigates complaints and can impose penalties on facilities that violate state regulations.
How do I prove nursing home abuse in a legal case?
To prove nursing home abuse, you typically need evidence such as medical records, photographs of injuries, witness statements, and facility documentation. A lawyer can help gather this evidence and work with medical experts to show that the facility failed to meet the required standard of care.
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