Yes, usually this is a clause that you would include within your lease, regardless of whether you have a clause in regards to this, the law...

My wife of two weeks bought our house last year in her name only. What happens if she died before we changed the deed/

If your wife passes before the deed is changed, it would pass by operation of a will. However, if there is no will, then the property would pass by...

If I am understanding you correctly, by Cinderella provision, I think you mean a hardship provision. Unfortunately, Rhode Island does not have any...

Our landlord wants to evict us for non payment for one month's rent, and for calling code enforcement?

I would suggest reaching out to Rhode Island Center for Law and Public Policy at (401)-921-5988, they are a non-profit legal organization, based...

Hi I am in situation were I did not write a statement and now I am subpoena to be a witness

I would suggest reaching out to and speaking with an attorney to assist you with representation, as you may have legal rights, even as a witness,...

I called the board of health. I with held 3 months rent. he won in court. i was not served properly. he was an ex police man.

I am in total agreement with Attorney Keramaris, in that you should not provide personal information on here. However, I would suggest contact the...

I have a sister, who has a stroke that has left her with aphasia.Two of her daughters have guardianship and one has power

I would advise speaking with an Elder Law attorney in MA to file a petition for removal of guardian. After you file the petition, the judge should...

How should a lease be written if I am buying a place in Rhode Island and I plan to have my son live there with a roommate?

Lease agreements are very tough to draft and I would insist on finding an attorney who specializes in drafting such agreements to assist you to...

Do I need to return the security deposit to a tenant who decided not to move in even after signing a 1 year lease?

I would agree with my colleague, Attorney Bagley, in that a landlord has a duty to mitigate damages and attempt to release the property as soon as...

Relocated to Boston from Seattle, and my job title/position change.

I would suggest reaching out to an employment law or labor law attorney to have a discussion with and to review the entirety of your relocation...