Questions answered by Nelson F. Brinckerhoff

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Should I get a lawyer

Nelson's answer | Answered on April 28, 2015

Get thee to a lawyer asap. A lawyer can properly analyze the operative facts to advise you as to what can or will happen, and make sure illegal...

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How long does the eviction process take and how long do they have to give you before you must be out

Nelson's answer | Answered on April 23, 2015

There is a process. 16th late day 5 day demand goes out. You can pay including court day 9 days after 5 day end. If 2nd notice within 6 months...

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Do I need a lawyer?

Nelson's answer | Answered on April 21, 2015

I assume your oral translator mistook security for surgery. If you are unable to get credits and get problem solved, then seek help from a lawyer.

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5-day notice for rent required for commercial lease?

Nelson's answer | Answered on April 07, 2015

No 5 day demand required after 15 days lateness. Court 8 days after service, tenant answer req'd within 7 days of service. Ripping check up is...

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Breaking lease 6 months early. Required two months notice, AND 4% of remaining rent for 6 months. Negotiable?

Nelson's answer | Answered on April 06, 2015

I can't figure out precisely what the facts are and question is. Facts are confused. Didn't they have insurance for replacement housing during...

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When returning a security deposit, when does the tenant forfeit this deposit?

Nelson's answer | Answered on April 06, 2015

The ex-tenant has the responsibility to inform you of their new address. Mail a check within 20 days with any deductions spelled out in a letter...

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Can I evict my tenant for late rent payment?

Nelson's answer | Answered on March 31, 2015

See the commercial renting statute you wanted to see: § 34-18.1-9 Delinquency in rent – Repossession by ejectment – Judgment. – (a) All suits...

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I was married in California, but now live in Rhode Island. If I am filing for a divorce can I file it in Rhode Island?

Nelson's answer | Answered on March 06, 2015

Attorney Levesque put it in a nutshell. You just have to live here for a year, but there are ways to file earlier if necessary and appropriate...

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Late on rent , but caught up

Nelson's answer | Answered on March 05, 2015

Nonpayment eviction action requires over 15 days lateness with 5 day demand notice at that point. That is the law straight and simple. Don't ...

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Termination of tenancy on a month to month lease in winter how much time has to be given with a 3 yr old in the apartment

Nelson's answer | Answered on February 10, 2015

While some judges are sympathetic to young children in the apartment, the law process should not really reflect that. You do not actually HAVE to...

Nelson F. Brinckerhoff's Answers (718)

Should I get a lawyer

How long does the eviction process take and how long do they have to give you before you must be out

Do I need a lawyer?

5-day notice for rent required for commercial lease?

Breaking lease 6 months early. Required two months notice, AND 4% of remaining rent for 6 months. Negotiable?

When returning a security deposit, when does the tenant forfeit this deposit?

Can I evict my tenant for late rent payment?

I was married in California, but now live in Rhode Island. If I am filing for a divorce can I file it in Rhode Island?

Late on rent , but caught up

Termination of tenancy on a month to month lease in winter how much time has to be given with a 3 yr old in the apartment