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answered on Jun 29, 2023
No, in fact that is the very thing you cannot do with a copyrighted photo. You cannot use it for your own profit. There are companies that go around threatening people with lawsuits for using other people's copyrighted images on their websites and blogs. Often it is a bluff but it is stressful... View More 
for 5+ years, we agreed on boundary, neighbor cutting grass up to such point.
Neighbor never questioned location when they were planted even though he questioned separate border that day
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answered on Jun 29, 2023
If neighbors agree upon a boundary line then that can become the legal line, even if a survey based on the old line says otherwise. The problem you have is that the neighbor no longer agrees to the boundary line and wants to go by the survey instead. It might be hard to come up with evidence that... View More
our property line but continue to expand. How do we get them to stop? Our bucolic way of life is gone as well as my property value.
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answered on Jun 15, 2023
Is the expansion causing any disruption in your enjoyment of your home, ie. vibrations, blasting, dust, etc.? I can be reached directly at andrew@bclawri.com. Thank you.
answered on Jun 11, 2023
In many instances, limited liability companies are a good form of business organization for a small business with two owners. Remember to include an easy quick way to resolve any disagreement between the two owners in the company agreement. Remember to elect to be taxed as a sub chapter S... View More
False results leading to other questions about my medical information that is completely not true
answered on Jun 14, 2023
A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If the lab and referring doctor responded to the error promptly, it's possible that could have averted actual damages occurring. A local attorney could advise more definitely with additional details - the... View More
I am a law student trying to do an assignment
answered on May 24, 2023
I would search the West digest topic "Arbitration" which provides keynotes for reported opinions relevant to the topic of arbitration.
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answered on May 3, 2023
Cosigner on a Note does not make that person a tenant in common., etc. Hire a RI attorney to search the Title and determine ownership. At least read your Deed.
answered on Apr 27, 2023
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answered on Apr 25, 2023
Retaining competent representation would be your best path to avoid procedural problems.
The ER sent me home with an antibiotic, which the pharmacy would not fill because it would cause a severe. Reaction to my every day medication, I called my Doctor, left them 4/5 messages, I also informed the doctor through the portal what was going on. In the mean time the infection is getting... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2023
The facts you relate have the earmarks of a valid legal malpractice that should be investigated. You should consult with experienced medical malpractice attorneys in your state. You can search for such attorneys on this website.
answered on Mar 22, 2023
Tangible personal property is transferred to a trust with a bill of sale or assignment in most cases.
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answered on Mar 18, 2023
If the trust is going to be signed and notarized in Rhode Island then the notary needs to be a Rhode Island notary public. If the trust is going to be signed and notarized somewhere outside of Rhode Island then the notary needs to be a notary in that jurisdiction.
hasn't been fixed yet the car that hit me claims he was hit also. The insurance companies are blaming each other my insurance company payed for a rental but for only 30 days what can I do about this?
answered on Mar 18, 2023
A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. In these settings where there are multiple vehicles hit in the rear, the claims could drag out indefinitely, depending on how they are handled. One option is to try to set up a free initial consult to... View More
Also being charged for driving to endanger resulting in serious bodily injury. It is not what happened but its what I'm being told.
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
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.
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
this would be for the State Of Rhode Island
answered on Dec 14, 2022
Hi. Unfortunately this is not a site to retain legal representation. Please reach out to an attorney privately.
I’m looking to utilize my family’s trademark to establish a condiment business. I would like to understand what financial and legal steps that I would need to take in order to re-acquire this trademark on behalf of my family
answered on Dec 14, 2022
Hi,
A lot of detail is missing but I will provide the best answer possible in light of this. If this trademark has been used, and continues to be used, in the condiments business, you have a common law claim to its being trademarked. This does not impart the same protections as being... View More
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
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
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
What is the ownership status for a house that we inherited from our mother? She passed away 20 years ago and my brother took control of her house but the two of us never followed through with the quit claim process. Do we legally own the house jointly?
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answered on Nov 18, 2022
You still have an ownership interest that you can assert. If a probate was never opened, one would need to be opened so that the property could be properly transferred to the rightful heirs. I would need more information - whether there was a will or a trust, and how the property was deeded prior... View More
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