Blog Posts in 2020

Stephen M. Prignano of McIntyre Tate LLP Recognized in 27th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America©

McIntyre Tate LLP is proud to announce that Stephen M. Prignano was chosen to be recognized in the 27th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America© for his work in commercial litigation and product liability litigation. Prignano has been recognized by his peers since 2010 and we are honored to have him as part of our team as a partner at our law firm. Given the rigorous peer-review survey Best Lawyers ...

Laura Ruzzo Reale: Best® Lawyers® in America “Ones to Watch” Award

McIntyre Tate LLP is proud to announce that our lawyer, Laura Ruzzo Reale , was awarded the “Ones to Watch” award by Best Lawyers® in the family law practice area. The award recognizes talented attorneys who are early in their legal careers for their outstanding professional excellence within a private practice area. Best Lawyers® in America has recognized and awarded the accomplishments of the ...

Can I Reduce My Spousal Support Payments?

No one wants to pay spousal support forever or for much longer than is necessary. But whether you can change your support payment may depend on how it was established in the first place. If spousal support was ordered by the Court after a trial, or if it was set in a final judgment of divorce without a separate marital settlement agreement, you may be able to get a modification based on a change ...

How COVID-19 Turned Business Insurance into a Legal Battleground

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the US economy in a way few would have thought possible going into the pandemic. At the time of this writing, more than 40 million US citizens have applied for unemployment benefits since the start of the pandemic . Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that the unemployment rate could peak at 25% , rivaling Great Depression-era figures. Unfortunately, small and ...

How COVID-19 Turned Business Insurance into a Legal Battleground

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the US economy in a way few would have thought possible going into the pandemic. At the time of this writing, more than 40 million US citizens have applied for unemployment benefits since the start of the pandemic . Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that the unemployment rate could peak at 25% , rivaling Great Depression-era figures. Unfortunately, small and ...

How COVID-19 Turned Business Insurance into a Legal Battleground

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted the US economy in a way few would have thought possible going into the pandemic. At the time of this writing, more than 40 million US citizens have applied for unemployment benefits since the start of the pandemic . Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that the unemployment rate could peak at 25% , rivaling Great Depression-era figures. Unfortunately, small and ...

Stephen Prignano Quoted in Rhode Island Lawyer’s Weekly Regarding the Impact of COVID-19 on Business Interruption Insurance Claims

Attorney Stephen Prignano quoted in Rhode Island Lawyer’s Weekly regarding the impact of COVID-19 on business interruption insurance claims. Attorney Prignano’s comments can be viewed here . To schedule a consultation with an experienced attorney, contact us online or give us a call at (401) 351-7700 today!

Will Infidelity Affect My Divorce Settlement?

If your spouse cheated on you, ultimately leading to your divorce, you are probably wondering if this act of betrayal might have an impact on your divorce settlement. In many states, adultery does not have much of an impact on one’s divorce settlement. However, in Rhode Island, this conduct may be considered by the Court in the division of marital property. It is a factor, therefore, that should ...

Brown University Student Represented by Hagens Berman and McIntyre Tate Files Class Action Lawsuit Over COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected most parts of our daily life, and school is no exception. Across the US and world at large, schools are shutting down and sending students home—even universities. As students move back home and abandon dorm rooms, cafeterias, and in some cases, even their classes, many are left with a simple question: "do I still have to pay for all of this?" Unfortunately, many ...

COVID-19 Helpline Featured in Providence Journal

Last month, our firm opened a helpline for Providence residents who have legal questions and concerns during Rhode Island's 'stay-at-home' orders. This helpline is meant to help those with Covid-19 related legal questions to get quick answers or guidance navigating their way through the legal issues they face. McIntyre Tate LLP is dedicated to providing sound legal services to Rhode Islanders. In ...

How COVID-19 Affects Guardians

As the COVID-19 pandemic escalates, guardians across the country are finding themselves unsure of how the coronavirus affects their roles and responsibilities. The American Bar Association (ABA), National Center for State Courts (NCSC), and the National Guardianship Association (NGA) recently released a lengthy report detailing how COVID-19 affects guardians. As part of our effort to help ...

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Issues Guidelines for Divorced Parents Sharing Custody of their Children During the Covid-19 Pandemic

For divorced or separated parents sharing custody of their children during the Covid-19 pandemic, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) published helpful, sensible guidelines to guide parents during this difficult time. Below are the guidelines released by the AAML: BE HEALTHY: Comply with all CDC and local and state guidelines and model good behavior for your children with intensive ...

McIntyre Tate LLP Launches Free COVID-19 Helpline

Our country is in the middle of uncharted territory; not only socially, but economically and legally as well. Many people are confused about how to proceed with pre-established legal arrangements. For this reason and more, McIntyre Tate LLP has created a free helpline to answer. Covid-19 legal questions.Our family law firm is here to answer your legal questions concerning child custody, support, ...

McIntyre Tate LLP Launches Free COVID-19 Helpline

Our country is in the middle of uncharted territory; not only socially, but economically and legally as well. Many people are confused about how to proceed with pre-established legal arrangements. For this reason and more, McIntyre Tate LLP has created a free helpline to answer. Covid-19 legal questions.Our family law firm is here to answer your legal questions concerning child custody, support, ...

McIntyre Tate LLP Launches Free COVID-19 Helpline

Our country is in the middle of uncharted territory; not only socially, but economically and legally as well. Many people are confused about how to proceed with pre-established legal arrangements. For this reason and more, McIntyre Tate LLP has created a free helpline to answer. Covid-19 legal questions.Our family law firm is here to answer your legal questions concerning child custody, support, ...

Rhode Island Superior Court Announces COVID-19 Business Recovery Plan

The Rhode Island Superior Court has announced a new program designed to provide protection to businesses facing the economic consequences of the recent COVID-19 pandemic. According to the program, businesses that have been significantly disrupted can apply for receivership-like protection. That protection will enable businesses to continue their operations, access capital and pay what debts they ...

Rhode Island Superior Court Announces COVID-19 Business Recovery Plan

The Rhode Island Superior Court has announced a new program designed to provide protection to businesses facing the economic consequences of the recent COVID-19 pandemic. According to the program, businesses that have been significantly disrupted can apply for receivership-like protection. That protection will enable businesses to continue their operations, access capital and pay what debts they ...

Methods of Dividing Damages in Divorce

In the United States, issues of property division upon divorce are governed either by the community property system or by principles of equitable distribution. In Rhode Island, property is divided according to the rules of equitable distribution , which provides that all marital property is distributed equitably between the spouses in a divorce case . Property Division in Rhode Island Rhode Island ...

Contempt for Unpaid Child Support

What is Contempt of Court? Courts can hold a person in contempt of court for disobeying its legal orders and directives. The power to hold someone in contempt of court arises for the purpose of securing respect for the court’s legal authority and enforcing its orders. For example, if the court issues an injunction requiring a knock-off shoe manufacturer to cease and desist from selling shoes in ...