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1 Answer | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Child Custody, Child Support and Divorce for Rhode Island on
Q: I want to file for divorce in state of RI. What are my first steps. Doesn’t look like it will be an amicable divorce.

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Albin Moser
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answered on Oct 30, 2024

There is a Guide and File portal on the Family Court section of the Rhode Island Judiciary's website. If you are trying to represent yourself then you can try to commence a case using the Guide and File and follow its instructions. Hiring a lawyer would be a good idea though.

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Q: Please where can I find arbitration related cases for research?

I am a law student trying to do an assignment

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
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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Q: Citizens Bank won't refund money stolen from my business account, now what can I do?

My home office was broken into while I was away. And ex-employee broke into a locked filing cabinet. Jumped threw every hoop they asked, including filing a police report. I also filed with the BBB, OCC and a couple of others. After 6 months of getting the runaround, I get a letter from the OCC... View More

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answered on Dec 17, 2019

Hi Richard,

Sorry to hear an ex-employee robbed you. Did you check your insurance policy of you are covered for employee dishonesty? Some policies have automatic coverage like $5K-$15K.How were the monies taken, by ACH/wire/check?

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Q: I am curious as to why an arbitrator would ask this?

I recently attended an arbitration hearing as the claimant after I filed a demand for arbitration with the AAA against my former employer who terminated me without cause prior to the 90 day notice period that was clearly outlined in the employment agreement. I was seeking my 90 day notice pay in... View More

Thomas A. Grossman
Thomas A. Grossman
answered on Aug 17, 2018

I am not an employment lawyer, but I am a Mediator and Arbitrator. My guess is that the Arbitrator wanted to see if you received unemployment benefits because, if you did, he would probably deduct the amount you received from any judgment in your favor. He would do that to avoid a double benefit... View More

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