Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Rhode Island

�Not deleaded� is not necessarily the same as �contains lead paint.� Assuming, however, for purposes of this question that there is lead paint, perhaps you might ask yourself this question:

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How would you feel if a 4 year old relative of yours suffered lead poisoning and you later learned that the landlord knew there was lead in the apartment when he leased it to the family?

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Put differently, let your conscience be your guide. Hire a qualified lead abatement contractor to help you understand and comply with the law. A 4 year olds' life may depend on it.

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And yes, you most certainly could get into trouble, both in a Court of law and, more importantly, with a higher authority.

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Just by asking the question, I suspect in your heart you already knew the answer. Now do the right thing.

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