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answered on Dec 6, 2021
This will most likely be governed by the agreement that was made by the storage company. It may have been posted or written in a contract you signed when you delivered the goods for storage.
Wanted to know if I can file a sexual harassment complaint against her without any repercussions from work or being arrested. This would be a true complaint. I work for federal government
answered on Dec 6, 2021
Meet with an attorney who specializes in this area to evaluate all of the detail in private. If you are a member of a collective bargaining unit, there may be other avenues to explore for resolution as well.
Wondering if I should advise the party to submit or leave it be as it’s their responsibility.
answered on Dec 6, 2021
Likely yes, especially if they appear, assuming service was proper.
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answered on Dec 3, 2021
If the contract states a time of payment, then you can sue at any time after the due date. If there is no due date, then you can sue after a reasonable amount of time has passed. After a reasonable amount of time has passed and no payment, a common practice is to send a second notice. Usually you... View More 
The home has been in the family for multiple generations and we are not certain his current wife is in this long term and want to be certain if we sign it over she can't get it if they divorce.
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answered on Dec 3, 2021
The life estate might provide some protection. A trust might provide more, especially during your life. But, at some point in the future, if he and she are living there and you have passed on, then he will probably own the property outright. It would be hard at that point for him to prevent her... View More
My son was in a car accident with another party. Small accident where he rear ended the person in front of them. No one was hurt but his air bad went off. Small dent to the persons mini van. The women stated to me at the scene she was in route to a catering activity (and this wasn’t her vehicle)... View More
answered on Nov 16, 2021
A Rhode Island attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. As a GENERAL principle nationwide, one could sue for damages they sustained by another vehicle - that seems to be the central crux of your concerns when you ask whether her claim means anything.
But... View More
answered on Nov 7, 2021
The is no law or automatic mandate that requires the noncustodial parent to meet the custodial parent’s romantic interest before the child is permitted to be in the presence of the romantic interest. Sometimes, the details regarding when children will meet a romantic interest of a parent are... View More
In anticipation of this year's annual meeting the executive board and
management are recommending the attached amendment to the
associations by-laws.
Our current quorum requires call for a minimum of 60% of the
community to participate in order for any business... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2021
This is not the place to conduct condo association business. Meet with your attorney in private to discuss the impact of this proposed revision. §34-36.1 will likely come up during your consultation http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE34/34-36.1/INDEX.HTM
Out of state (different state) next summer. We have nothing filed legally with the court. We were never married. He is on the birth certificate. Do I need to do anything other than inform him that I’m planning to move?
answered on Nov 5, 2021
If you are all in agreement and he supports the move, you may not need to involve the court at all. It is surprising to hear there is no court involvement. Hopefully that also means you have a fair agreement for him to provide support for your child.
John Smith with my name C/O Joe Smith, executor. We never setup an Estate bank account when he died.... I do have the Probate Certificate of Appointment paperwork which was why the check was sent to me. Can I deposit in my personal account and share with siblings that way or do I need to open... View More
answered on Nov 5, 2021
Check in with the lawyer who helped you get that appointment. They will explain the process of reopening the case to deposit the check and then close it again.
answered on Nov 5, 2021
The court, once the buyer presents their case, after they meet their burden of proof.
answered on Nov 5, 2021
You may claim a right to half of the Marital assets. Meet with an attorney to review the Marital Estate and learn about the process in confidence.
School is denying services because student has performed well on screenings in school. Have a certified diagnosis by neuropsychologist and student has been receiving reading interventions through the RTI process 3x per week by reading specialist. This is also the child's second time in... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2021
I advise requesting a formal special education evaluation, and potentially consulting with a Rhode Island special education attorney on this matter. RTI may not be used to delay/deny an evaluation.
See: https://www2.ed.gov/policy/speced/guid/idea/memosdcltrs/osep11-07rtimemo.pdf... View More
This collection agency has been doing this to me over and over. I'm on disability and can't afford this and I can't handle the stress.
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answered on Sep 21, 2021
Usually you cannot be sued on a credit card debt that is older than ten years. Also, recipients of Social Security Disability are usually not subject to collection. If all you have is disability benefits, then the collection agency or law firm cannot take your money. If you explain that you are on... View More
We are common law married. We've lived in the house for over 10 years.
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answered on Aug 30, 2021
If you are an owner with your parents in a joint tenancy with rights of survivorship then your husband can claim a right to equitable distribution of some of the equity in the house. That means money. He can’t claim ownership.
Would the conflicted dates result in technicality?
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answered on Aug 24, 2021
if the document is a notice and there is a period of time required for notice, then the date the notice was actually sent is going to be important to establish whether or not there was sufficient notice. If there is evidence that the notice was not sent on the date stated, then that evidence can be... View More
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answered on Aug 2, 2021
You cannot get survivors benefits because you are an adult. If you became disabled prior to age 22 and have never been married you can file for Disabled Adult Child benefits.
both lanes of travel stopped to let me out at a 4 way intersection. left to me an to right the other vehicle went into brakedown lane passing 2 stopped vehicles to the right of me on the right side and hit mine. no cars was turning both lanes of travel was stopped letting me cross it is a 2 way... View More
answered on Jul 22, 2021
Initially, the auto insurance companies may determine that the other vehicle had the right of way because that's the way they think, but there is Rhode Island case law stating that if the car ahead of you stops for something you have a duty to determine why before proceeding. The fact that... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2021
Family court is being held remotely now = online. Speak with your attorney to find the login credentials and avoid offending the court.
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