Providence Legal News

Lawsuit Filed Against North Providence Mayor for Misuse of Town Resources

News Summary A former employee of North Providence has accused Mayor Charles Lombardi and Public Buildings Director Jim Fuoroli of…

2 weeks ago

Legal Battle Over Providence’s Historic Bridgham Estate

News Summary Providence is witnessing a legal conflict surrounding the historic William E. and Clara A. Bridgham Estate, as the…

2 weeks ago

Supreme Court Ruling Upholds Privacy of License Plate Owners

News Summary The Rhode Island Supreme Court has confirmed a ruling that denies access to preferred license plate owner information…

2 weeks ago

John Dorsey Appointed as New U.S. Bankruptcy Judge in Rhode Island

News Summary John Dorsey has been appointed as the new U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Rhode Island, succeeding…

3 weeks ago

Duffy & Sweeney Ltd. Merges with Stevens & Lee to Boost Legal Services

News Summary Duffy & Sweeney Ltd. has announced its merger with Stevens & Lee, expanding its operations in New England.…

4 weeks ago

Disturbance at Providence District Court Leads to Eight Arrests

News Summary A disturbance at the Providence District Court resulted in the arrest of eight individuals on disorderly conduct and…

1 month ago

Rhode Island Public Defender’s Office Faces Staffing Crisis

News Summary The Rhode Island Office of the Public Defender is grappling with significant staffing issues despite increased funding and…

1 month ago

FBI Investigates Concrete Work at North Providence Fire Station

News Summary An investigation by the FBI is underway in North Providence, focusing on concrete repairs made at a local…

1 month ago

Jury Selection Begins in Murder Trial of Marcus Huffman Jones

News Summary Jury selection has started in the murder trial of Marcus Huffman Jones, who is accused of fatally stabbing…

1 month ago

Rhode Island Court Rules on Attorney Fee Dispute in Workers’ Comp Case

News Summary The Rhode Island Workers’ Compensation Court's Appellate Division has ruled it lacks jurisdiction to settle a fee dispute…

1 month ago