PROVEN IN AND OUT OF THE COURTROOM
In Rhode Island, the probate process includes mechanisms to challenge the validity of a will through a will contest. This legal procedure ensures that a deceased creator’s testamentary document reflects their true intentions. Will contests safeguard against potential...
There are numerous employment laws in Rhode Island that primarily benefit employees. Laws against discrimination and harassment, for example, impose obligations on employers while protecting workers from misconduct. Other laws offer protection to both workers and the...
You probably have employment contracts in place for many of your hires as an employer. These are meant to protect the company and its workers alike. Are your agreements up to snuff? To outline an agreement clearly, you must ensure everything that can impact your...
Many local businesses live or die based on word-of-mouth referrals from their customers and clients. People may recommend their hairdresser or favorite coffee shop to friends and coworkers. They may also warn their neighbors and family members not to hire a plumber...
Navigating the complexities of estate planning can be a daunting task. From designating beneficiaries to organizing your assets, each decision holds weight. One critical element that often arises in the process is the choice between a revocable and an irrevocable...
The financial and time commitments involved in building a business from the ground up can deter many would-be entrepreneurs from developing potentially groundbreaking business models because they don't want to risk their financial stability or undermine the progress...
Every new addition to a company's employee roster will mean adjustments for the organization. The company will need to cover the cost of salary and benefits, provide adequate training as someone transitions into their new role and respond to any interpersonal...
An individual is likely to be navigating some level of debt when they pass away. For example, maybe an individual owns their home and owes property taxes. Maybe they haven’t paid their income taxes for the year. Perhaps they’ve been using their credit card for daily...
A non-compete agreement helps to define what employees can and cannot do when they leave your company. Generally, this type of agreement keeps someone from starting a competing business or joining the local competition. It’s designed to help a business owner protect...
The executor or personal representative of an estate in Rhode Island is entrusted with a great deal of work. It will typically be their responsibility to secure the property of the deceased individual and to communicate with interested parties, including creditors and...
