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we were in a rollover accident on 2/19 (it is now 2/22). we are still awaiting the police report, and our vehicle was towed to our parking area (private off street parking with assigned spaces, of which we are only taking up our own space). the vehicle has considerable damage to it, but is not... View More 
answered on Feb 27, 2019
If it is not roadworthy, one could argue that it is "debris" or refuse." Probably best for you to get it to an auto body shop where they will be able to allow the insurance company to make their assessment and perform the necessary repairs, should that be the option you choose.... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2019
Yes, in reasonable amounts.
See: http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE34/34-18/34-18-22.HTM
My tenants moved out 4 months before the end of their lease. I am wondering if they are obligated to pay until the end of the lease
answered on Feb 16, 2019
Review the lease agreement, you prepared with the help of your attorney, to discern if it is worth investing in the necessary litigation to force them to fulfill their contractual obligations. If you have found a successor tenant, be sure to use a written lease, and let your attorney know that the... View More
Landlord claims the house is grandfathered so it’s legal to have water boiling hot (160), windows that are nailed shut, other windows aren’t sealed and leak when it rains, not windows any of the bathrooms, people smoking inside,
answered on Feb 16, 2019
Curiosity is a great pastime. Start with the Statutes defining the implied warranty of habitability here in Rhode Island at http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE34/34-18/INDEX.HTM http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE34/34-18/34-18-22.HTM... View More
Not mentioned in the lease
we have contacted a building inspector, the mayors office, the gas companys. the building inspector told the landlord to fix it in 24 hours and when the landlord did not we contacted him again and we were told he can not help us because we contacted the gas company about the situation. What can we... View More
We did not get our cross complaint heard in court now we have until March to find a place to live and still pay rent and nothing is fixed.
answered on Jan 29, 2019
Check with your attorney to ensure your (defense/answer) case was properly filed with the court. If you do not have an attorney, that could be part of the problem.
I informed my landlord 4 days ago that my heat was not working. Someone came out the next day (not a professional company just like a "handyman") and said he would be back the next day. I waited at home all day and he never came back. I informed my landlord again and she sent someone... View More
answered on Jan 29, 2019
TITLE 34
Property
CHAPTER 34-18
Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
SECTION 34-18-34
§ 34-18-34. Tenant's remedies for landlord's unlawful ouster, exclusion, or diminution of service.
If a landlord unlawfully removes or excludes the tenant... View More
I am on active military orders in RI, owned a home in NC that was rented by tenants, who abandoned the property, breached contract and now live in OK. NC statute chptr 7A, Art 19, section 213 states I cannot file in the state because none of the defendants live there any longer. I filed in OK in... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2018
Your best avenue would be to engage an attorney practicing where the case is properly filed. There are myriad resources online for legal information, statutes, and case law along with many law schools that could provide you with the information you seek. However, a practicing attorney should be... View More
They changed the lock few months ago, and never provided me the copy of the key, I am selling the property and ask her for a copy, she refused for me to show the apartment nor give me a copy of the key.
answered on Sep 9, 2018
If the lease agreement specifically does not allow changing the locks or making changes to the property, you are entitled to change the locks back and charge the tenant for the expenses incurred during the process. The cost is typically deducted from the deposit at the end of the tenancy. Read the... View More
I have been renting in the home that I am currently in contract with to purchase, there are tenants there currently. Their initial lease expired and is basically a month to month tenant. How can I begin the process of providing them notice, that upon closing (Scheduled for End of July 2018,) they... View More
answered on Jul 5, 2018
Negotiate that term with the seller. You will not be the owner until after the consummation of the sale. If the seller refuses to deliver unoccupied, you may well have to engage an attorney to assist you with the eviction.
I’m 5 months into my 1 yr lease. My landlord approached me on April 20th I had my sister over that day and she proceeded to tell me she sold the house and the new owners want the entire property vacant as of June 1st. She stated that I wouldn’t have to pay rent for may and she will give me back... View More
answered on May 28, 2018
Consult with an attorney to review your lease and advise you of your rights.
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?
answered on Feb 17, 2018
You may be. Talk to your landlord and see if they are OK with you getting a new roommate.
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
I text her today and she said she has medical issues and will get them when she recovers. I asked that she have someone come get them for her and she was upset, saying not so nice things to me and said she would see what she could do...what are my rights
answered on Jan 11, 2018
If they tenancy was properly terminated, they may be considered abandoned.
there is a long driveway out to the street they say we need to clear. We are Flight Attendants with luggage. We come home after being gone for days and there can be ice and snow all the way back. We get in late at night and shouldn't have to shovel snow to get to our entry-exit door.
The hole is only covered by a tarp causing them to run their heat all day with the temp in their dwelling so cold the thermostat doesn’t even register it. What can they do?
answered on Jan 11, 2018
Hopefully, the roofers are done by now and it has warmed up.
Only one heater works for all the apartment and sometimes gets damages, she takes her sweet time to call someone after I insist for her help, she yells at me and tells me she gave me one little heater to warm up my daughter's room to use that instead.. moving is too expensive, someting I... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2018
If you are in Subsidized housing, contact Rhode Island Legal Services for assistance. http://rils.org/practice_areas.cfm?areaid=7
My mother lives in an area that is shared with my mother in law's things, but was given a clear division line for "her room". These spaces share a common door, however, every time we leave the house, my mother in law enters my mom's space, moves things around that do not belong... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2017
Your remedies will depend on whether she is a guest or a tenant. If she is a guest, you might ask her to leave if she continues this behavior you find unacceptable. If she is a tenant, you may have to file a formal eviction.
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answered on Nov 20, 2017
You have rights as a tenant. If you are not able to come to an agreement with your new landlord, you may consult with an attorney to explore your rights and responsibilities.
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