Roommate Rent Dispute Resolution

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In Rhode Island, you can sue in small claims court for up to $2500, with a filing fee of $90.50. Fee waivers are available for those who cant afford the fee. You can sue someone in Rhode Island small claims court if the defendant has a connection with Rhode Island, such as living there, doing business there, or if the incident happened there. If none of these apply, you may need to file in New York. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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Alexa
Hello Alexa, nice to meet you. How can I assist you today with your legal issue in Rhode Island?
My roommate is refusing to pay rent and the real estate agency wants me to pay her rent . MY roommate is out of state so I cannot sue her in small claims court. Is it possible to sue without legal fees?
Hello Alexa,
In Rhode Island, you can sue in small claims court for up to $*. However, there are court fees involved. Here's what you need to know:
*. The filing fee is generally $*.*.
*. If you win, you may be able to recover these costs from the other party.
*. Fee waivers are available for those who can't afford the filing fee.
Remember, this is just general information. For advice specific to your situation, please consult with a local attorney.
If you reside in rhode island, and the other person resides in new york, can you sue in small claims?
Yes, you can sue someone in Rhode Island small claims court if the defendant has some connection with Rhode Island, such as:
*. The defendant lives in Rhode Island.
*. The defendant does business in Rhode Island.
*. The incident leading to the lawsuit happened in Rhode Island.
If none of these apply, you may need to file in New York. Please consult a local attorney for more specific advice.