Firm Overview
Experience, Integrity, Trust
For more than 30 years, Attorney Ray Pacia has provided skilled legal support to personal injury clients in Rhode Island. Ray provides unparalleled service to each client:
- He handles each case personally. By limiting his case inventory, Ray can take the time needed to work with you. He clearly explains your options and makes sure you understand the details of your case.
- He keeps you informed of the progress of your case.
- He and his experienced and professional staff handle your phone calls promptly.
Your job is to contact Ray as soon as possible. Ray’s job is to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for you. Take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions to learn how to best protect yourself in the event of an accident.
Personal injury areas
Attorney Ray Pacia is expert in any situation where injury results from someone’s negligence. Some examples of the range of his expertise include the following:
Reviewing your case
Attorney Ray Pacia knows that every case is different, and no single solution is right for everyone. During your free initial interview and consultation, you describe your situation so Ray can clearly explain the best legal options available to you and the possible results of each option. He will even tell you when you do not need a lawyer, for example, if you can handle the situation yourself.
Ray never loses sight of the fact that this is your case, and you need to feel comfortable with the process as well as the results. For example, if you prefer to settle your case or go through arbitration rather than taking your case to court, Ray honors that decision – after making sure that you clearly understand your potential awards may be reduced using this option.
Gathering the evidence
It takes diligence and strict attention to detail to prove the circumstances and liability for a personal injury case. Ray and his staff focus solely on personal injury and have the skills and resources to diligently prepare your case.
- They examine all evidence that you provide, such as photos or written accounts of the accident.
- They review all medical records pertaining to your injury.
- When needed, they use well-qualified private investigators to capture physical evidence of the accident premises, damaged property, or anything else pertaining to the incident.
- They gather respected expert witnesses who can testify about the accident circumstances, medical conditions of accident victims, and potential future costs associated with all injuries.
Completing the personal injury claim
Attorney Ray Pacia personally handles each case. With thorough preparation behind him, he will protect your rights to achieve the highest possible rewards for whatever approach you have selected:
- Court Cases: Ray will argue your case in court before a judge or jury, armed with solid evidence and when necessary expert witnesses to assist the jury and judge.
- Arbitration: Ray treats arbitration with the same persistence and attention to detail that he would use in a courtroom to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome.
- Insurance claims: Ray treats insurance company claims representatives and opposing attorneys with professional courtesy and respect. They recognize that Ray is a formidable advocate who vigorously and ethically fights to protect the legal rights of his clients.
- Settlement: Ray is an excellent negotiator and is capable of achieving maximum settlements out of court. Many of these settlements are achieved in a short time period.
You will be provided a detailed financial accounting of all income and expenses about your case. You will know where every penny came from and how it was spent to maximize your recovery. Where necessary, Ray’s office will advance legal costs to ensure the best outcome.
Trial by jury
Attorney Ray Pacia has enormous respect for the jury system and the jurors who serve. He will ethically present your case to a jury, and he will do whatever is necessary to avoid wasting their time. He will not try a case by “smoke and mirrors.” Ray Pacia understands that jurors have respect for the dignity of every individual, and that jurors have the common sense to know when there is a false claim or a bogus defense. Ray Pacia will not bring bogus claims to trial by jury. He realizes that trial by jury is not a game to see which side wins; trial by jury is a mission where everyone must come together to find the solution that brings justice to everyone.
The overwhelming use of misinformation and propaganda by big business and the insurance companies has led most juries to believe that injured people who go to court seeking compensation for their harms and losses are really trying to abuse the civil justice system for profit. Nothing could be further from the truth.
Attorney Ray Pacia has more than 30 years experience in the court rooms. He only goes to court when he and his clients have exhausted every possible attempt to resolve the claim by settlement, arbitration, and/or mediation in a fair and ethical manner.
In the overwhelming majority of cases brought before a jury, the insurance company has not made a fair offer of out-of-court settlement. The insurance company is looking to abuse the civil justice system for profit, forcing the client to fight the case in the courts before a jury.
Free initial consultation and interview
If you or a loved one has been injured, contact Ray as soon as possible to learn your options and protect your legal rights. We operate on a contingency basis – there is no fee until we achieve fair and adequate compensation for your harms and losses. Call us at 401-RA PACIA (401-727-2242), or contact us online. Out-of-state clients can call toll free 800-933-0390. 24-hour answering service is available.
Translators available in all languages. Free Notary Public services. References furnished upon request.
Free referrals are part of our service
In legal areas where Attorney Ray Pacia does not practice, such as bankruptcy, immigration, and real estate, he will meet with clients at no cost to refer them to qualified legal colleagues, based on professional contacts he has developed during over 30 years. Ray also accepts many cases referred to him by other attorneys who do not possess his high level of legal skills, confidence, and instincts.
