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Q: What do I need to file emergency custody of my child?
Neville Bedford
answered on Apr 25, 2023
answered on Apr 25, 2023
Retaining competent representation would be your best path to avoid procedural problems.
Q: How can I request to be reimbursed from a contractor on a plumbing job done incorrectly?
Contractor hired last year to redo bathroom. Installed shower valve wrong which lead to plumbing leaks. Had to hire a plumber to rip open walls and fix.
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 21, 2022
answered on Dec 21, 2022
A homeowner may file a complaint against a contractor who performed work on their home. A complaint can also be filed against those professionals the CRLB licenses. Complaints cannot be filed on work conducted on commercial properties.
The list of contractors includes, but is not limited... View More 
Q: Is there a good chance that I can qualify for accelerated rehabilitation it being my first offense?
Also being charged for driving to endanger resulting in serious bodily injury. It is not what happened but its what I'm being told.
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 21, 2022
answered on Dec 21, 2022
"what I'm being told ..." Hopefully, you are being guided, informed, and represented by a licensed attorney who is helping you topprepare and defend the case. Part of that advice will likley include NOT making ANY statements in public (forum like this) to preserve your constitutional... View More
Q: When my case is over, can I ask for my entire file from my attorney and what are they allowed to charge?
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 13, 2022
answered on Dec 13, 2022
Your retainer agreement signed with the attorney addresses the contractual obligation and fee agreement & charges that are "reasonable" according to professional standards. You may request your file at any time. Note that the court also retains copies of all documents filed there for... View More
Q: A officer came to my house and took my pistol and my permit for further investigation how can i get it back from them
There where no arrest or charges the reason they came to my house because someone was following me and pull up in my window at 10pm and he had something in his hands i keep driving we ended up in a dead end street i felt threat and i warning shot 3 time to the air the person call the cops on me and... View More
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 7, 2022
answered on Dec 7, 2022
As a criminal defendant, your fifth amendment right to remain silent is very important. This includes public boards like this. I would highly recommend that you consult with a licensed attorney in your area confidentially, to discuss your rights responsibilities and explore possible defenses to the... View More
Q: If a mother resides in Massachusetts but has her baby in a Rhode Island hospital, can RI dcyf take the child
There is a RI dcyf case for previous children but the baby was removed for lack of housing in RI. Mother had housing in MA.
Q: How do I start a country
I have a dream of one day starting a country by building an island about 50 miles off the east coast of the US, how would i get recognition as an independent state without joining an alliance-type group like Nato or the United Nations?
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 7, 2022
answered on Nov 7, 2022
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Q: If I am caught in the law in Indonesia, can the team help?
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 7, 2022
answered on Nov 7, 2022
Not sure by what you mean: "caught in the law in Indonesia" or who you may be referring to as "the team." Generally speaking, only counsel licensed in each state, country, or jurisdiction may practice law in that state, territory, or country, unless granted special admission by the particular court.
Q: What do you call planting drugs on someone
I saw a video once on Facebook where a woman calls the cops on a kid who's selling lemon aid because he doesn't have a permit and when nothing happens she takes a bag of drugs from some random person she finds asleep in like a park and plant's it in the kids back pack because she... View More
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 7, 2022
answered on Nov 7, 2022
This is not a hypothetical movie-time question page offering advice on Facebook videos. Watch the video again and if you still can't answer the question write on that person's Facebook wall.
Q: If i move out of my mothers house with a passed record of anxiety an depression can the state get involved an will dcyf
I dont wanna keep living in my mothers house for the rest of my life
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 7, 2022
answered on Nov 7, 2022
Once you have graduated high school and attain 18 years of age, and are not disabled nor dependent, you are free to make your own life choices. There is no legal requirement for parent or child to spend their entire lives living together.
Q: I saw a video recently where a woman Illegally Adopted a kid
then she tried to basically sell him when she decided she didn't want him, what would that be classified as?
Q: It’s a very long story, but I’ll just give you a brief summary of my issues. I was in a 12 year relationship .
We became legal Domestic partners. He is refusing to give me some of my furniture. He’s blocked me in his phone, email and texts
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 2, 2022
answered on Nov 2, 2022
If the furniture is all that you are concerned about, consider filing a case in the small claims court. To explore the implications of "legal domestic partners" and whether that may involve court proceedings to dissolve, meet with a practicing attorney to discuss those details in private.
Q: I got a summons for obstructing police duty do I need a lawyer for my summons date
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 2, 2022
answered on Nov 2, 2022
An attorney is your best choice for helping advocate while navigating the procedural path of defending a criminal charge. If you qualify, and cannot afford an attorney, the court may appoint a public defender to assist you.
Q: I was pulled over for speeding in Rhode Island but didn’t sign anything and said the ticket would be mailed. Do I fight
Ticket was in Bristol R.I
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 2, 2022
answered on Nov 2, 2022
If you believe the citation is in error, you may plead your case before the judge. Simply tick the not guilty box on the ticket and the court will send you notice of the hearing. For a full analysis of your case, meet with an attorney in private to review all of the particulars.
Q: Can my boss watch my coworkers and I in the parking lot while he is off duty?
He does this often and has even sent me a picture that he took of me while he was watching for 15 minutes without my knowledge
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 2, 2022
answered on Nov 2, 2022
In short, yes. Your expectation of privacy is diminished when you are in public, and in plain view. Your privacy rights are greater when you are in your home or other private locations. If you wish to socialize with your coworkers in private, I would suggest you choose another location.
Q: In a 2 person firm, is it legal / moral that the 2nd attorney keeps firm afloat while 1st keeps all their attorney fees?
Good morning. I had a quick question about attorney workplace practices… my gf works for a firm. Just her and her boss. She feels she’s in a bit of a bad situation, her attorney fees are used to keep the business afloat and her boss pockets all his fees. Supposedly she gets the smaller cases... View More
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 2, 2022
answered on Nov 2, 2022
Your girlfriend is in the best position to advocate to reform her employment agreement as she sees fit, unless you also are an attorney and advocate that she has retained to negotiate on her behalf. If she is dissatisfied with her current arrangement, she is free to explore other options including... View More
Q: How can I go for custody for a child ?
The child is my husband 13 year old nephew. His mother abandoned him years ago due to her being mentally ill and then his father passed away so now he has no guardian but lives with us.
Neville Bedford
answered on Nov 2, 2022
answered on Nov 2, 2022
You and your husband are well advised to speak with your friendly local family law practitioner in private to explore your options to continue caring for this child. Options to explore may include adoption and/or guardianship.
Q: Hello, Can a parent have unsupervised visits if there is an active felony child neglect/abuse case against them?
Hello, My childs mother has been charged with 3 counts of felony child neglect and abuse. However, the court has awarded her unsupervised visits, despite me being in fear of my childs safety. What are my child's rights? Why is he being forced to be with his abuser in an unsupervised setting?
Neville Bedford
answered on Sep 1, 2022
answered on Sep 1, 2022
Something seems amiss here. Did you bring all of this to your attorney's attention and/or file the appropriate motions to ensure the child is protected? From the way you present these facts, it would be likely that the state would be involved also through DCYF. Bring your concern's to... View More
Q: I was told by my ex-wifes lawyer that it is mandatory to do a QDDRO split of my personal 401k. I agreed to this in the
pre-divorce documents when wife and I decided about cars, kids, assets, etc. Neither she nor I personally put a cent of our own money into that acct. It was funded by the company I worked for and they contributed a little each year. My question is....am I legally obligated by RI law to execute... View More
Neville Bedford
answered on Aug 23, 2022
answered on Aug 23, 2022
Although opposing counsel may appear to be giving you legal advice, it is not a good idea to take advice on legal matters from your adversary. Your own independent counsel will cost you some money, but in the long run it may be well worth it. Rhode Island general law’s specify an equitable... View More
Q: I have a no contact order against me by my wife. If I change my FB profile picture to us and two kids is it a violation?
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 23, 2022
answered on Jul 23, 2022
Talk to your attorney in PRIVATE before making any other (bad) decisions.
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