Rhode Island Statement Disallowing Claims is a document that is filed in the Rhode Island Superior Court to deny any claims of debt, breach of contract, or other legal action against an individual or business. The statement is a legal document that must be filed within 30 days of the defendant receiving the complaint. The statement must include the defendant’s name, address, and a thorough description of the claim being denied. The statement must also include a signed and notarized statement from the defendant denying the claim. There are three types of Rhode Island Statement Disallowing Claims: General Denial, Specific Denial, and Affirmative Defense. A General Denial is a blanket statement denying all claims without specifying any particular claim. A Specific Denial is a statement denying a particular claim, specifying the exact nature of the denial. An Affirmative Defense is a statement denying the claim, but also asserting a legal defense or excuse for not fulfilling the claimed obligation.