Much Ado About the Bridge
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Much Ado About the Bridge
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In the debut episode of Law 401: Legal Issues Decoded, we dig into one of Rhode Island’s most disruptive infrastructure failures — the sudden closure of the Washington Bridge. Joined by investigative reporter Ted Nesi (WPRI 12), we break down the legal, political, and economic fallout of the bridge shutdown, which paralyzed traffic and prompted lawsuits, public outcry, and questions about government accountability.
This episode unpacks:
- Why the state filed suit against contractors
- What the bridge’s unusual structure had to do with the collapse risk
- How public records laws and lack of transparency fueled public distrust
- The broader implications for infrastructure management and state leadership
- What comes next for commuters, businesses, and elected officials as 2026 elections loom
If you’ve ever sat in Washington Bridge traffic, wondered who’s to blame, or questioned whether the system failed — this episode is for you.
📍 Perfect for Rhode Islanders, commuters, legal minds, and anyone interested in how law and public policy collide in times of crisis.
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