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Can her home be sold now or after she dies?
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answered on Jul 24, 2024
Most likely she is at a nursing home with the intention to return home if she is able. She can agree to sell her home if she wants to do that. If she does not want to sell it then it will remain hers for life. Although she is not living there right now, that does not forfeit her life estate.
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answered on Jun 20, 2024
Yes. You can be sued and if the court finds that you owe the money then the court can enter judgment against you to pay the money. The court can also order interest, Attorneys fees and court costs to be paid by you, if the court find that is warranted. But, if your income is all from public... View More 
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
To answer this question accurately, we need to consider a few key points:
1. The role of a fiduciary: When a court appoints a lawyer as a fiduciary (such as an executor, administrator, or guardian), they are given specific legal responsibilities and powers.
2. Court appointment:... View More
As part of the divorce, my ex-wife declared that our daughter couldn't stay overnight with me when there is an adult female there.
The divorce was long and drawn out over many years and I reluctantly agreed. This is now part of our divorce agreement.
I have been dating the... View More
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answered on Jun 18, 2024
The challenge you face is that you agreed to what the agreement says and it is still enforceable against you. But the opportunity here is: what exactly does it say? Look at the wording. And, if the wording is really as disadvantageous as you say it is, then next: the agreement can always be... View More
So I found one on market place for 1,150 dollars. Seller described mower to be like.New I tryed it seemed ok but he told you have to run at full throttle, then bring it right down to slow to shut it off. He even came over when I stoped and put to slow write away. I really didn’t think anything of... View More
answered on Jun 22, 2024
A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you brought the mower "as is," it could present difficulties. But you mention some issues and suspicions, that if you could prove to be true, could be helpful to you. Reach out to local attorneys -... View More
I tried to renew my valid Michigan driver's license in Georgia but was told I can't bcuz of a 20yr old ticket in RI that has never come up in 20yrs. I wrote to the magistrate who stated I have to pay. I wasn't aware of this $357 ticket and I'm in a hardship. I passed Uber &... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2024
You need to satisfy that Magistrate. Hire a traffic ticket attorney to represent you in RI. They may be able to do better, but it will still cost you something. Thank you for using Justia's Ask a Lawyer, but don't rely on what you are told here, consult a local attorney who will obtain... View More
Our mother has passed and we need to resolve this. Thank you.
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answered on May 14, 2024
I understand your question to be as follows. Mom had a life estate in a property and you and your brother were the "remaindermen" - the house goes to you both upon your mother's passing. Mom passed and you want to know how your brother can convey his interest to you? Yes that is... View More
how does a lawyer sue a delivery company for lost package
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answered on May 2, 2024
A lawyer can sue a delivery company for a lost package on behalf of their client by following these general steps:
1. Gather evidence: The lawyer will collect all relevant documentation, such as the shipping contract, tracking information, proof of value, and any correspondence with the... View More
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answered on Apr 19, 2024
One of the purposes of probate is to make sure there is clear title to assets, so if there is no trust or other means of non probate transfer of these assets then yes, they need to be probated. But, concerning the houses, check the deeds to see if they were owned with any other person or placed in... View More
We are a small group of residents who want to promote discussion of important topics in our town. As such, we would like to start a video series at our local library. The library told us we needed to get copyright permission. After doing some research, I discovered the "fair use"... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
Hi Matt,
The fair use doctrine in US copyright law does allow for limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Whether a particular use qualifies as fair use depends on four main... View More
Potential build-out, then backs out and you give them written notice to vacate unit 2 but they don’t… can you change the locks and begin proceedings to rent unit 2 ? Tenant has been notified this would happen.
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
In your situation as a commercial landlord, handling a tenant who has backed out of a potential build-out for unit 2 after paying a storage fee can be challenging. If you have already given written notice to the tenant to vacate and they have failed to comply, your next steps need to be carefully... View More
One month after signing a lease I recorded a video with sound of my landlady in a rooming house in Warwick Rhode Island. She told me that she was writing new rules as an addendum to the lease and then I was excluded from parts of the house that were in the lease.
during that confrontation... View More
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
It sounds like you're in a very challenging situation, and I understand wanting to explore all options. Whether you can use the recording in a court case depends on a few factors:
- Rhode Island's Consent Laws: Rhode Island is a "one-party consent" state. This means you... View More
and subsisting monogamous marriage purports or seeks to marry another person monogamously.
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answered on Mar 25, 2024
What you describe is bigamy, which is against the law. An intended marriage by a person who is still married is not going to result in a valid marriage.
It was from a company called zaca I had a loan for 900
answered on Mar 14, 2024
A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. If you're being sued, that generally involves receiving legal papers such as a summons and complaint. If you're the subject of a collection action, that could involve being notified by phone. You'd... View More
In accordance with Rhode Island law, could the creation of an art installation on featuring letter-sized, brightly-colored signage promoting positivity, kindness, and safe driving behaviors on highway light posts near areas affected by infrastructure failures and construction zones be subject to... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
In Rhode Island, as in many places, placing signs or installations in public spaces, especially near highways and construction zones, generally requires adherence to specific regulations and obtaining permission from the relevant authorities. This is due to safety considerations, as well as... View More
certifed appraisel is lower than towns assessment . Furthermore the new assessment is higher than what I paid t the property.etc .
I'm learning the complexity of the process .I'm not interested in selling ,but have extra lot that I might be forced to rent out , maybe a... View More
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answered on Mar 2, 2024
It sounds like you have done your research and are considering multiple options when it comes to seeking a property tax abatement on your home in Portsmouth, RI. Here are a few tips as you move forward:
- Make sure you carefully review and understand the property tax abatement procedures... View More
Hypothetically if you were to have commited a misdemeanor and left the state instead of going to court about 9 years ago, how would you go about contacting your lawyer to finally address it
answered on Feb 4, 2024
I doubt your public defender will still be assigned to this case. You could contact the public defender’s office and explain the situation. Or you could contact a private lawyer. There may be a warrant out for you. But it should not be difficult, if it’s a misdemeanor and you have had no... View More
My wife and I had an open relationship. She went through my phone and took personal things of myself and another women. She has been sharing them and showing them to everyone.
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answered on Jan 31, 2024
In Rhode Island, if someone shares personal messages, pictures, and videos taken from your phone without your consent, you may have legal recourse. Unauthorized access to your phone and the dissemination of private materials could be considered a violation of privacy laws.
Rhode Island has... View More
Assault With Intent to Commit Specified Felonies
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Carry Pistol or Revolver Without License or Permit... View More
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answered on Jan 29, 2024
In a case involving multiple serious charges like these in Providence, RI, the best possible deal greatly depends on various factors, including the specifics of the case, the defendant's criminal history, and the quality of the defense.
For such serious offenses, particularly those... View More
Get fingerprints at a place that is shutdown so they never got done and case was moved to Feb 1 and i been calling the lawyer daily he didn’t return any calls and again my husband did not get the fingerprints he needs to be able to close his case please what can we do?
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
In your situation, it's essential to address the issue of the fingerprints as soon as possible, since they are a crucial part of your husband's case. First, you should find an alternative location where your husband can get his fingerprints taken. This information can often be found on... View More
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