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Married only five and a half years no kids together I received $282 weekly for 9 months and then settled for $22,000 can he get any of this in the divorce
answered on Feb 17, 2018
Talk to the attorney you retained to represent you in your divorce. Depending on the nature of the settlement, and the other assets, if any, there may be a way to come to a satisfactory arrangement to help you get on the road to becoming "happily unmarried."
My roommate is suddenly moving out and breaking "her part" of the lease. Am I held liable for all the rent now or legally is she responsible for it?
answered on Feb 17, 2018
You may be. Talk to your landlord and see if they are OK with you getting a new roommate.
just had court for my 5 month old who was taken from the hospital, the judge said that we're going back to court in May for Trial deposition what does that mean???
answered on Feb 17, 2018
What is DEPOSITION?
The testimony of a witness taken upon interrogatories, not in open court, but in pursuance of a commission to take testimony issued by a court, or under a general law on the subject, and reduced to writing and duly authenticated, and intended to be used upon the trial of... View More 
I supported half our income on part time and am available most days to bring/pick up our son to school. I believe it would be in the best interest for him to have physical placement with me versus what his father wants which is shared placement (50/50). However, he works full time with many times... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2018
If you and your child's father cannot resolve it, work with a practicing family court attorney to help prepare to present your case.
The property was taken by eminent domain by Providence Rhode Island in 1915 from various families and used for reservoir purposes. Some of the land has been deemed nonessential. Can that land be handed over to the town and sold off for developments?
answered on Feb 17, 2018
Generally, the owners(or their heirs) who were forced to sell may have a right to redemption. Gather your documents and Meet with an attorney to evaluate your rights.
Rights in this situation.
answered on Feb 17, 2018
You may wish to meet with an attorney to consider seeking a protective order in the State Court. They should also be able to review your allegations/evidence of slander and advise you of your options.
answered on Feb 17, 2018
You should receive a settlement sheet summary of the fees and costs incurred in your settlement.
answered on Feb 17, 2018
You should receive a settlement sheet summary of the fees and costs incurred in your settlement.
I was pulled over in East Providence because apparently I had one head light out but I had both of my dog lights on so I had three working lights was that a reason to pull me over and give me a ticket or can I legally ride around like that?
answered on Feb 17, 2018
RI Gen L § 31-24-4 (2012)
§ 31-24-4 Head lamps on vehicles other than cycles. – Every motor vehicle other than a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle shall be equipped with at least two (2) head lamps with at least one on each side of the front of the motor vehicle, and the head lamps shall... View More
What would happen if i pleaded nolo before the misdemeanor becomes a felony but is still at the misdemeanor status?
answered on Jan 29, 2018
Great question for the attorney representing you, who shall have all the details at their fingertips.
answered on Jan 29, 2018
Look at the directory here and choose one. Then contact them to arrange a meeting with your evidence. They may ask for a retainer for the costs of their time.
How to get a lawyer when he has not family and lost house, job ..
answered on Jan 29, 2018
Your friend will likely be assigned an Attorney from the Public Defender's office.
And consequences for not using the money for the benefit of the child.
answered on Jan 29, 2018
http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE18/18-7/INDEX.HTM
...for sole physical custody of both children. They've resided with me since the separation in 2013 and there isn't/ has never been a court order in effect regarding custody or visitation. His contact with the children has continued to decrease, by his own choice, since the separation.... View More
answered on Jan 23, 2018
Time to retain a family court lawyer and file what we call a Miscellaneous case to establish custody, parenting time, etc.
answered on Jan 22, 2018
flashing lights are prohibited. See the general laws for more details.
TITLE 31
Motor and Other Vehicles
CHAPTER 31-24
Lighting Equipment and Reflectors
SECTION 31-24-31
§ 31-24-31. Flashing lights – Forward viewing or rotary beam lights.... View More
He paid child support each month and there is no court order. She has sent him nasty txt msg about me to him and said it’s personal that’s why she is not letting him see his son. He has little money to pay a lawyer we need help. This poor little boy needs a relationship w his dad!!!
answered on Jan 22, 2018
He should meet with an attorney. It's not your child. You should not be involved.
He is doing 20 with 10 tp serve for soliciting a minor. She will be 19 when he gets out. He is behind over 1500 already. Hasnt seen or spoken to her in 2 years.
answered on Jan 15, 2018
From your description of the situation, It's not likely he will have an resources from whence to pay his support obligation in the near future. If you know otherwise, hire an attorney to help you present that evidence to the court in rebuttal of his pleadings.
answered on Jan 15, 2018
http://www.brown.edu/Administration/Auxiliary_Housing/documents/LTHandbook.pdf
http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE34/34-18/INDEX.HTM
TITLE 34
Property
CHAPTER 34-18
Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
SECTION 34-18-30
§... View More
Her dad in jail but coming out next month. for in danger in another child I found out his own daughter is in danger also for the past 10 yrs
answered on Jan 15, 2018
Consult with an attorney familiar with domestic violence cases and explore your options.
answered on Jan 11, 2018
Read the order carefully and review it with your attorney. Child care costs are usually incorporated into a calculation of support obligations. If you began incurring those costs after the child support was established, you may have to ask your lawyer to return to court with you to address these... View More
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