Rhode Island § 45-15-8 - Actions by and Against Towns
Full text of Rhode Island Rhode Island General Laws § 45-15-8 — Actions by and Against Towns, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-15-8. Actions by and Against Towns
R.I. Gen. Laws § 45-15-8
§ 45-15-8. Recovery against town for damages from neglect to maintain highway or bridge.
If any person receives or suffers bodily injury or damage to that person’s property by reason of defect, want of repair, or insufficient railing, in or upon a public highway, causeway, or bridge, in any town which is by law obliged to repair and keep the same in a condition safe and convenient for travelers with their vehicles, which injury or damage might have been prevented by reasonable care and diligence on the part of the town, the person may recover, in the manner provided in this chapter, from the town, the amount of damages, sustained by the aggrieved person, if the town had reasonable notice of the defect, or might have had notice of the defect by the exercise of proper care and diligence on its part.
History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 36, § 15; G.L. 1909, ch. 46, § 15; G.L. 1923, ch. 47, § 16; G.L. 1938,
ch. 352, § 6; G.L. 1956, § 45-15-8.
Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 45-15-8
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 45-15-8 cover?
Section 45-15-8 ("Actions by and Against Towns") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Rhode Island § 45-15-8?
A common citation format is "Rhode Island General Laws § 45-15-8" (Rhode Island). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Rhode Island law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Rhode Island official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Rhode Island attorney.
How does Rhode Island § 45-15-8 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Rhode Island can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Rhode Island.