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0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Rhode Island on
Q: Does a cosigner on a rental apartment have to list their SSN? DO I need their SSN?

Hi,

I have a potential tenant that is 25 years old, has been at new job for 2 months and does not have a rental history. Her father will cosign but he wishes to not provide SSN. Is it needed? The only reason I think I need him is to report to credit bureau agency if the cosigner does not... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Rhode Island on
Q: if you lived month to month (no lease) we gave the landlord 30 days and move out before those 30d, can he keep deposit?

so the year lease was done and someone else bought the house. the agency told us they gave that person the lease money and now he comes and tell us we have to move so we move and we gave him 30 notice and we moved the 28th day, so now this guy doesn't wanna give our money back.

3 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Rhode Island on
Q: Mother has taken full sole custody. How is she able to still take me for child support?
Randi Sirlin
Randi Sirlin
answered on Apr 19, 2018

The Courts in Arizona view child support as completely separate from child custody. Unless someone else has adopted your children, a parent has a duty of support.

I hope this helps!

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1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Rhode Island on
Q: I was found not guilty om domestic charges. However i was the victim. Can i press charges on her on that same crime?
Thomas Briody
Thomas Briody
answered on Apr 9, 2018

You can try. Without the facts, it’s hard to say if you will be succeed. If you were found not guilty, it doesn’t mean you you didn’t do it. It means the prosecutor couldn’t prove it. That’s the same burden the prosecutor faces in a new case. You might want to have a private... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Rhode Island on
Q: How will proof of multiple affairs affect my divorce settlement in RI?

I have proof that my husband has advertised for and been involved in multiple sugar daddy arrangements....

Over 3 year period, spending hundreds of thousands of dollars. I was unaware and always told that money was tight...affecting me and our three children. Will this affect alimony as... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Apr 24, 2018

Talk to the attorney representing you in your divorce. If you don't have one, make an appointment to meet with and retain one soonest. Also, consider going to your doctor to get tested for any unwanted "gifts".

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence for Rhode Island on
Q: What is the max sentence you can get on a domestic simple assault and domestic disorderly conduct misdemeanor charges.

I leant my daughter money to pay her rent for a few months a couple years ago. She promised to pay it back with this income tax return, when she txd me the day before to come in the morning, we got into a tif about the amount. So I got to her house around 10 am she asked only I come up and not... View More

Thomas Briody
Thomas Briody
answered on Apr 7, 2018

The penalty is up to a year in jail and counseling if you have no prior domestic convictions. You really need to engage a lawyer in private to discuss defenses or alternatives. Good luck to you.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Rhode Island on
Q: I have found out that my equity line/lien of 10 years is not recorded on title at city hall. Do I have to pay them?
Vincent Gallo
Vincent Gallo
answered on Apr 1, 2018

Yes, because no doubt, you simultaneously executed a Note.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Rhode Island on
Q: I was charged with position of alcohol as a minor at 17 I am now 18 what am I looking at in terms of trouble

this is also my first offense no prior's other than a speeding ticket

Allison Abilheira
Allison Abilheira
answered on Mar 28, 2018

The answer to this question depends upon where you are being required to go to court. If you are required to go to District Court- you have been charged with a misdemeanor. You will face a fine of one hundred fifty dollars ($150) to seven hundred fifty dollars ($750), community service, and a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Rhode Island on
Q: If a judge ruled the mother a 3 year restraining order & full custody of the child can the father appeal that decision ?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Mar 25, 2018

Yes, the appeal (and/or motion for new trial) must be timely filed or the right may lapse, Speak to your attorney soonest to discuss costs and potential for success

1 Answer | Asked in Domestic Violence and Family Law for Rhode Island on
Q: I was involved in a domestic relationship when I was pregnant he put his hands on me and was controlling I never report

That was about 1 1/2 years ago and now he's. Sending me to court to see my daughter is it to late to report it I don't feel safe with him seeing my daughter

Thomas Briody
Thomas Briody
answered on Apr 2, 2018

It’s not too late. But you need to consult with a family law attorney. If he is the father of your child, you stills have the right to mak the court aware of his behavior and to ask for limits or restrictions on visitation with your child. You should contact a lawyer ASAP. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Rhode Island on
Q: If someone charges a person with first degree robbery but drops charges and doesn’t show to court what happens?
Allison Abilheira
Allison Abilheira
answered on Mar 21, 2018

A person can’t charge you with first degree robbery, it would be the state or federal government to pursue these criminal charges. Therefore, the actual person who alleged the theft occurred is likely not required to go to court unless the case is scheduled for trial and they need to testify.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Rhode Island on
Q: I received a speeding ticket in RI my first violation and I paid it in full before my designated court hearing.

Does this mean I forfeit the right to dispute a Good driving record? I misunderstood how the summons read.

Allison Abilheira
Allison Abilheira
answered on Mar 17, 2018

Yes, unfortunately you did. You will need to file a motion to vacate the guilty plea. You will be given a hearing date and on that date you can explain and ask to use the good driving record.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Family Law for Rhode Island on
Q: Family

Supervise Visit 1a Week I been showing up every week early if anything get there with my 2 kids and they do not wanna go up it’s at the court house the case worker comes down and gets the kids who r age 13 and almost 11 they do not wanna go my oldest says please don’t make and my 11 y/o says... View More

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Mar 11, 2018

Yes, if you do not follow the court's order, you can get int trouble. Speak with your attorney to document your concerns. They will have a written report from the unit that will be sent to the judge in your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Rhode Island on
Q: Is there such a thing as shared physical placement in RI?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Mar 2, 2018

Yes, when both parents freely agree to share equally all parenting obligations. Arrange a visit with your favorite family attorney to discus the particulars in a private meeting.

0 Answers | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Rhode Island on
Q: 1yr lease expired Jan17.verbal to renew. LL never did.30day term for LL not wanting to fix heat installation and outside

Door all in bedroom. We complained to LL to have fixed that's when he placed a 30 day lease term in mailbox not through mail. The letter is dated 2-10-18 and says we have 30 days but is dated 3-10-18 for a move out date . Is this legal ? I have a newborn and have been looking but haven't... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Rhode Island on
Q: In Ri is it illegal to ride with one headlight out but have both fog lights on meaning I have three lights on

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?

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Libel & Slander for Rhode Island on
Q: I am being cyberstalked which has been reported to police but during this I was extremely slandered. What are my legal

Rights in this situation.

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
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.

2 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for Rhode Island on
Q: If a property was taken by eminent domain in 1915 in Rhode Island can that land be sold by the state for profit?

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?

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
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.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Rhode Island on
Q: I am getting divorced and have just receive a settlement for workman's comp is my husband entitled to any of this

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

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
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."

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Rhode Island on
Q: Am I held liable for all the rent if my roommate moves out and breaks lease

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?

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Feb 17, 2018

You may be. Talk to your landlord and see if they are OK with you getting a new roommate.

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