- Criminal DefenseThe Law Office of James P. Howe is in it's 32rd year of providing quality representation for it's clients focusing on Rhode Island Personal Injury and Rhode Island Criminal Defense.
- DUI/DWIIf you have been arrested for a Rhode Island DUI or Rhode Island DWI within the last 10 days, you must act quickly to save your license. Even if it has been more than 10 days since the arrest, you may be able to reduce, delay and/or prevent many, if not all, of the Rhode Island DUI Arrest consequences. Find out how by taking advantage of a prompt, free and confidential consultation.
- Wrongful DeathIf you believe a Rhode Island Accident involves the wrongful death of a loved one, the persons entitled to recover monetary damages for the death as governed by Rhode Island Law. As a Rhode Island Wrongful Death Attorney
- Traffic ViolationsThe most common traffic violation is a speeding ticket. In Rhode Island, it is also the easiest ticket to beat. To avoid losing points on your driver's record, you should never plead guilty to a speeding ticket without consulting a lawyer.
- BurglaryWhether you were arrested for a crime against a person (like assault and battery), a crime against property (like shoplifting, burglary, or arson), or any other criminal offense (including Narcotic & Drug Arrest), a criminal defense attorney can help.
- MisdemeanorsWhen it comes to speeding tickets, it's all about the points. A basic speeding ticket is a point infraction resulting in the loss of one point on your driving record. A misdemeanor speeding ticket (exhibition of speed, speed contest or speeding over 100) will result in the loss of two points.
- Drug CrimesPossession of drugs with the intent to distribute them is a serious crime. The Rhode Island Prosecutor can prove your intent to distribute drugs just by showing the quantity of the drug, without any evidence you actually distributed the drug.
- AssaultRhode Island Assault and Battery — Violent offenses include those in which an act of violence has allegedly been committed against another person. These include offenses such as assault and battery. Generally speaking, if the victim has been actually touched by the person committing the crime, then a battery has occurred. If the victim has not actually been touched, but only threatened, then the crime is considered to be an assault. If you or someone you know have been arrested or are under investigation for any type of violent offense, including assault and battery, contact a Rhode Island Assault and Battery Lawyer today.
- HomicideIf you have been arrested or accused of drunk driving, DUI, DWI, vehicular homicide, or any other alcohol-related criminal offense, you need to hire well qualified legal counsel. The selection of an experienced attorney is the first step towards regaining control of your life.
- Arson
- Shoplifting
- Hit and Run
- Business Disputes
- Unfair CompetitionRegarding consumers, Jim Howe has expertise in many areas, including false advertising, discrimination, unfair competition, fraud, and unfair business practices.
- Wrongful TerminationIn the Rhode Island Employment and Labor Law area, Mr. Howe represents employees in all types of cases, including sexual harassment, discrimination (disability, age, race, sex, religion), wage and hour claims, prevailing wage claims, and wrongful termination.
- Sexual Harassment
- Land Use and ZoningOur South County based firm helps clients work with governmental entities in issues of zoning, control of real estate development, and land use planning. Our lawyers and staff are involved in local land use and conservation organizations, serving on boards, and providing skilled representation for their legal needs. Our experience in many areas of the law allows us to represent individuals and organizations in all legal matters regarding land use.
- Personal InjuryRhode Island Personal Injury Law covers a broad spectrum of issues when one has been physically or emotionally injured, and this often includes personal property that has been damaged. In legal circles, personal injury law is also known as "tort" law, the French word for "wrong." Personal injury or "tort" law is the body of law that allows one to be compensated in the event that someone's carelessness, recklessness or intentional misconduct injures or damages you (or your personal belongings).
- Medical MalpracticeRhode Island, Medical Malpractice is a doctor’s failure to exercise the degree of care and skill that a physician or surgeon of the same medical specialty would use under similar circumstances. When medical "standards" are not followed, it is also known as med mal. A lawyer that knows about medical problems & medical laws is needed to help a claim reach the courts in the fastest, accurate, and most complete way possible. A medical malpractice lawyer will work with the hospital system & medical law system to find out what your rights and legal options are. While you or someone you know gets better or recovers from your medical mistake or injury, the medical malpractice attorney will fight for your legal rights.
- Auto Accidents
- Estate Planning
- Wills
- Probate