Questions answered by Nelson F. Brinckerhoff

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Father wants child five days out of the week I have placement .

Nelson's answer | Answered on October 24, 2015

The father's argument in court would lead to a reduction in child support. You need to consult with any qualified family court lawyer to go over...

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If father has two children but only believes one to be his what will happen

Nelson's answer | Answered on October 23, 2015

A paternity test will answer the question of who the father is. There are statutory presumptions if you were married. Child support is set by...

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Can I break my lease agreement?

Nelson's answer | Answered on October 16, 2015

First step is to warn the landlord you are going to town's building inspector. Then go to building inspector if nothing happens. Do you have...

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Do I have the right to kick my girlfriend out?

Nelson's answer | Answered on October 13, 2015

Short answer, probably not since she has a legal leasehold right to be there. You need to work it out somehow. You may want to consult a lawyer.

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What should I do if my landlord will not fix broken utility like a stove or provide a carbon monoxide monitor, i have a newborn?

Nelson's answer | Answered on October 11, 2015

This is the applicable law: You might also contact building official:. A good idea is to contact a lawyer. § 34-18-30 Self-help for...

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My daughter is getting married to the father of their four children. Name change.

Nelson's answer | Answered on October 07, 2015

Call an attorney or local town/city probate court, That is where you go.

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I've been paying my LL weekly.by verbal agreement. Now he is suddenly suing me in eviction court for non-payment of rent.

Nelson's answer | Answered on September 29, 2015

When you go to court, have all your receipts. If you can disprove allegations of a specific amount of rent owed over 15 days, the case will be...

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Is this rent increase within the 30 day notice?

Nelson's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

The landlord has to certify that it was "delivered" at least XX days before effective date. Consult with an attorney. The security deposit...

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Is there a RI statute of limitations for a beneficiary named in a widowed grandmother's will?

Nelson's answer | Answered on September 28, 2015

You should contest a will ASAP if you have standing and cause to challenge it. Estates can be closed within 6 months of opening of probate. You...

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I am the legal guardian and custodian of two of my nieces ages 11 and 12. Can the biological father easily get custody?

Nelson's answer | Answered on September 22, 2015

You need to schedule an appointment with an attorney to go over the facts and let the father know you have legal representation to clarify...

Nelson F. Brinckerhoff's Answers (718)

Father wants child five days out of the week I have placement .

If father has two children but only believes one to be his what will happen

Can I break my lease agreement?

Do I have the right to kick my girlfriend out?

What should I do if my landlord will not fix broken utility like a stove or provide a carbon monoxide monitor, i have a newborn?

My daughter is getting married to the father of their four children. Name change.

I've been paying my LL weekly.by verbal agreement. Now he is suddenly suing me in eviction court for non-payment of rent.

Is this rent increase within the 30 day notice?

Is there a RI statute of limitations for a beneficiary named in a widowed grandmother's will?

I am the legal guardian and custodian of two of my nieces ages 11 and 12. Can the biological father easily get custody?