How do I access my Dads checking account after his death?

First, my condolences on the passing of your dad. There is only one way to access the bank account and that is to open an estate thru the probate...

What should my next step be in regards to my situation?

If you cannot afford an attorney, try Rhode Island Legal Services.

The CDC eviction moratorium protects you if you get behind on your rent due to a Covid related reason. If your landlord serves you with an...

Can someone add an amendment in a nursing home without 2 witnesses? Would the probate court see this and would they do anything?

An amendment to a will is called a Codicil. It must be executed with the same formalities as a will. Although you do not indicate the jurisdiction,...

It is literally impossible to give you an answer to your question given that you freely admit that neither you nor your neighbor know the location...

The summons will indicate how many days that you have to file an answer. Depending on the type of case, it will be either 9 or 20 days. If you do...

How to end a tenant's yearly lease after 3-month window for termination has passed?

The answer to this question requires a review of the lease. I suggest that you make an appointment with an attorney. Depending on the lease terms,...

What do I need to do to evict a person in my home who does not pay rent or utilities that has been here (RI) for approx 5 years?

First, to answer your question directly, I can't say whether he is a month to month renter because you never said whether he pays rent. Assuming he...

Can I sell residential real estate in which I own a share and ensure one of the inhabitants owner gets a life estate? She is 100

First of all, I don't think that you will find a Buyer, other than a family member, who would be willing to buy the house subject to a life estate....

How to remove "guest" from apartment after original tenant has moved out?

If she refuses to leave voluntarily, your only option is to bring an eviction action. Self-help evictions are prohibited in Rhode Island.