In these circumstances, it is not a good idea to withhold rent. You are entitled to what's known as "quiet enjoyment" of your residence and you...

Failing to abide by divorce decree

Unfortunately, if you can't work these issues out by yourselves, through mediation, or with attorneys, you will need to litigate them with...

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Suborgation claim against me, what actions should i take?

You will need to defend against this claim or retain an attorney to do it on your behalf. There may also be some action taken on your license if...

If my BF is driving my car but on my insurance & somebody else hits him & he gets hurt & car destroyed would the State collect $

We do have a Child Support Intercept Act in Rhode Island that would apply if the payment would exceed $500.00. If your claim is for personal...

How can I navigate a consolidated student loans after a divorce when ex- spouse refuses to work and pay for his half?

This may be a little too complex to offer you guidance in this forum. If there is a court order requiring your ex to pay a portion of the loan,...

I was changing lanes and checking my side view mirrors, .And the car in front of me suddenly stopped. who is at fault?

As a general rule you are required to maintain control if your vehicle and not strike the vehicle in fron't of you. However, if the vehicle in...

Ex-huband demands child stop therapy

If your ex husband has joint custody and he will not assent to your wishes that the child be in therapy, you are going to need a court order. ...

How do I contest a divorce in Rhode Island after the judge has signed the papers? Both parties agree to stop the divorce.

Yes. Actually the 90 day waiting period between the entry of the Interlocutory Decree and the Final Decree was intended to give the parties a...

Filing for a divorce in RI: need help understanding residency requirements!

You have to be a resident of RI for at least one year to file for divorce. You may satisfy that requirement but the fact that you file taxes in NY...

Can adoptive parents give custody back to the biological mother or father?

I agree with Mr. Whaley. That's a complex matter that would require a thorough consultation and a discussion of issues that should not be...