A group of tenants has filed a lawsuit in district court against Rhode Island landlord Jeffrey Butler and his Warwick-based real estate company, alleging violations of state law protecting renters from certain forms of retaliation.  The suit, brought by attorneys from the American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island and the Center for Justice on behalf of four […]
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Newport Orthodox congregation can remain at Touro Synagogue while they appeal an eviction order
A Rhode Island Superior Court judge says a local Orthodox congregation due to be evicted from Touro Synagogue in Newport can remain there as tenants for a limited amount of time.
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Rhode Island judge will rule on status of eviction of Touro Synagogue congregation
On Thursday, a Rhode Island judge will decide whether to lift a stay of eviction against the Orthodox congregation at Touro Synagogue in Newport. For the last 10 years, the local group has been embroiled in legal disputes with another congregation in New York over ownership of the synagogue and its property.
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Providence launches eviction-defense program for low-income renters
In partnership with Rhode Island Legal Services and other community groups, the city of Providence will connect tenants across the city to free legal advice for the next year.
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Self-help evictions surge as the coronavirus pushes landlords, tenants to the brink
When Rhode Island’s District Court put eviction hearings on hold in mid-March, complaints of landlords illegally forcing tenants out more than tripled, according to Rhode Island Legal Services. Both landlords and tenants are struggling to make ends meet as the coronavirus throws the economy into crisis. For renters living in already unstable situations, the disruption can push them to the brink of homelessness.
