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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.
This friend of mine showed interest in a brand new Xbox One X. Although I was very reluctant to let him "try" it out, he assured me that if at any point I became uncomfortable, that he'd bring back to me no problem. After sleeping on it I decided I was very unnerved and felt I needed... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2018
If you can't resolve it amicably, it may be time to take your "friend" to small claims court.
My wife was involved in car accident with no other motor vehicles and did not have proof of insurance at the time of incident and was never cited now after over a month they are trying to fine her is this possible by law?
answered on Mar 3, 2018
I do not have sufficient information to answer this question fully or accurately. I think the answer is not one you will want hear. The Police can issue a citation after over a month, despite not contacting you earlier. You mentioned that this was a single car collision. Did the police arrive at... View More
I'm asking for a project for school.
answered on Feb 5, 2018
Hello,
Laws vary from state to state. For the state of Rhode Island, it may be helpful to read through R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 4-1-22(b), 4-1-40:
§ 4-1-40. Possession of animals
(a) In addition to any other penalty imposed by law, a person convicted of, or who entered a plea of... View More
My girlfriend even told the cops that no assault occurred
answered on Feb 5, 2018
The police can still charge you with a domestic violence crime even without the “victim” being on board, if they believe there is enough evidence. You should contact an attorney to coordinate your surrender and arraignment, as you could be held at the ACI as a bail violator if you are already... View More
i spent several years bedridden. due to my depression. apparently i signed paper work to take an early pension from my job and made my 77 year old husband beneficiary first of all i would of never ever made him my beneficiary i would of made my 31 year old son who is not my husband biological son... View More
answered on Mar 3, 2018
I do not have specific information to respond fully to your question. Since you have been receiving SSDI since 2006, I assume that you took your early pension at approximately that time. Since this was an employment related benefit, the governing Law was probably Federal, the Employee Retirement... View More
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
Rhode Island's Good Driving Record statute states that individuals with no traffic violations within three years can get the charge dismissed. Will my judge go off the speed that the officer marked down, or the actual speed posted which was twenty over the speed limit?
answered on Jan 26, 2018
The judge does not use the "actual/police use" speed to determine good driving eligibility, rather it goes by what the police officer actually charged you with, which in this case is 1-10 mph over.
As long as you have had your license for more than three years and have kept a... View More
...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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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