How can I prevent to loose my deposit?

Assuming that your lease falls under the chicago residential landlord tenant ordinance (which it likely does) you may have several ways to receive...

Put a security deposit down but cant take the apartment do i get my security deposit back

You cannot get it back just because you told your new landlord you were not going to move in within 2 day. However, assuming these properties are...

What legal course of action can I take to get my deposit back from my old landlord?

You should call a lawyer to help you with this. If the property is in Chicago and the residential landlord tenant act applies (generally does) you...

Can a landlord do a showing without my consent?

This is not legal under the RLTO. You should contact a tenants rights attorney to review your lease and emails. Many firms, including mine offer...

Next step is to hire a lawyer to review contract and file a declaratory action against the seller.

Can I sue if my landlord didn't follow the Illinois security deposit return act?

If you are protected by the Chicago residential landlord tenant ordinance (RLTO) then you are entitled to 2x your security deposit for violations...

Can I break my lease without penalty if my building is changing management companies? How can I break out of my lease?

There are many ways to legally break a lease in the city of Chicago when the RLTO applies. You should have a tenants rights attorney review your...

Can a landlord refuse service of process?

Hire a lawyer. He/she will find your landlord and if/when you prevail on your RLTO case the landlord will be responsible for your reasonable...

Does the new "relocation assistance" for Chicago apply to me?

If you have a bona fide lease and you live in a foreclosed property in Chicago then under the keep Chicago renting ordinance (KCRO) The bank...

I believe my landlord deposited my rent in the same account as the security deposit. Can I sue them for this?

If you live in Chicago and the building in not owner occupied then you can sue and recover 2x your security deposit.