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Should You Hire a Damage Appraiser or an Attorney for Your Property Insurance Claim?

Posted on January 5, 2026

When property damage happens, many insureds wonder whether they should hire a damage appraiser or an attorney to help move their insurance claim forward. Appraisers can estimate the cost of […]

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Construction Defect Claims: Builder Warranties vs. Insurance Coverage

Posted on December 12, 2025

When construction defects appear in your Rhode Island home, knowing whether to turn to a builder warranty or your homeowners insurance can be confusing. Both offer potential avenues for relief, […]

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How to Communicate With Home Insurance Adjusters

Posted on May 16, 2025

Dealing with property damage can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to navigating the insurance claims process. Homeowners in Rhode Island often face challenges when communicating with home insurance adjusters, […]

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HOA Harassment and Disputes: Rights of Property Owners

Posted on April 1, 2025

Homeowners’ associations (HOAs) are meant to maintain community standards and property values, but conflicts between property owners and HOAs can arise. When an HOA oversteps its authority or unfairly targets […]

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Is Homeownership Really Worth It?

Posted on June 22, 2022

Homeownership remains a cornerstone of the American dream, but is it still a smart move in Rhode Island’s current housing market? With rising home prices, limited inventory, and increasing mortgage […]

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Tips for Protecting Your Home While You’re Away on Vacation

Posted on March 16, 2022

Vacations are meant to bring peace of mind, but leaving your home unattended can invite risks such as break-ins, theft, and property damage. Rhode Island homeowners, particularly those residing near […]

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Top 5 Common Causes of Fire Damage

Posted on January 30, 2022

One of the best ways of dealing with a fire is to prevent its occurrence in the first place. The best way to prevent a fire from occurring in your […]

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Homeowners Insurance Coverage

Posted on February 17, 2021

Homeownership is one of the largest investments most people will ever make. Protecting that investment with the right insurance coverage is crucial, especially in Rhode Island, where storms, coastal flooding, […]

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Actual Cash Value and Replacement Costs in Homeowners’ Insurance Claims

Posted on June 24, 2020

Homeowners’ insurance protects you from the unexpected. It’s not meant to be a windfall if a covered event occurs; rather, insurance makes you whole by compensating you for the loss. […]

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  • About
    • Our Mission
    • Richard E. Palumbo, Jr.
    • Nicole M. Labonte
    • Glenn M. Robinson
    • Richard J. Welch
    • Jeffrey H. Garabedian
    • Heidy Linnette Torres Jimenez
    • Stephanie Ward-Smith
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  • About
    • Our Mission
    • Richard E. Palumbo, Jr.
    • Nicole M. Labonte
    • Glenn M. Robinson
    • Richard J. Welch
    • Jeffrey H. Garabedian
    • Heidy Linnette Torres Jimenez
    • Stephanie Ward-Smith
  • Services
    • Business Law
    • Condominium Law
      • Condominium Law Overview
      • Co-op Board Representation
    • Divorce Law
    • Emergency Law Firm Management
    • Estate Litigation
    • Evictions
    • Property Damage Insurance Claims
      • Insurance Law Overview
      • Hurricane Damage
      • Fire Damage
      • Property Damage Claim Denials
      • Property Theft Claim Denials
      • Storm Damage
      • Water Damage
      • Wind Damage
    • Litigation
      • Business Disputes
      • Civil Litigation
    • Mortgage Foreclosures
    • Personal Injury
      • Personal Injury Overview
      • Automobile Accidents
      • Bicycle Accidents
      • Bus Accidents
      • Construction Accidents
      • Motorcycle Accidents
      • Premises Liability
      • Truck Accidents
      • Wrongful Death
      • Muerte Injusta
    • Probate & Estate Administration
    • Real Estate Closings
      • Real Estate Overview
      • Common Title, Ownership and Deed Issues
      • Complex Real Estate Transactions
      • Real Estate Closings Overview
      • Commercial Real Estate Closings
      • Partition Actions
      • Purchase and Sale Agreements
      • Real Estate Law Services for Sellers
      • Real Estate Services for Buyers
      • Residential Real Estate Closings
    • Real Estate Litigation
      • Real Estate Litigation Overview
  • Testimonials
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