Who is responsible for refunding my money?

File a lawsuit against the foreclosing bank. It is often the only way to get their attention.

I cosigned for a student loan for my grandson (28). I have an arbitration summons. what should I do?

You need to quickly retain an attorney to do some asset protection work for your house and to slow down the lawsuit on the student loan. If you do...

Where do I go from here? lawyer?

I wouldn't say that it is unethical to keep your money without providing the services in full. Businesses fail all the time in America. I would not...

My vehicle engine was damaged by an oil lube shop and the DM is only offering 50% of repair cost and nothing for a car rental?

Yes, you should sue them. Small claims cases are designed to be user-friendly so that non-lawyers can file them. Some people are able to...

Can I sue my ex wife for a loan that was made BEFORE we got married?

Yes, you can sue on the promissory note. If you are currently going through a divorce, it would be easier to handle this in the divorce case.

Will my mortgage company invoke and enforce acceleration clause if I rent out my home?

The Fannie/Freddie uniform Illinois mortgage only requires that you occupy the property as your "principal residence within 60 days after the...

If I pay a friend to make a graphic design for my website, does he have to sign something to pass ownership to me?

There are a number of ways to transfer ownership or a perpetual license of the image. Each way has pros and cons. I appreciate that the cost of an...

Is there any way to "legalize" my dog in my current apartment if pets are prohibited by association?

Get a letter from a doctor saying that you need a service animal for one or more of your conditions and find a way to have your dog certified as a...

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Can my neighbor have another car that is not hers in our shared driveway?

If you share a driveway, there is probably an easement recorded in title to one or both of the properties at the County Recorder's Office. This...

My landlord kept former roommate's security deposit and didn't make repairs

You should speak with a local Evanston landlord-tenant lawyer. Evanston has its own landlord tenant ordinance that governs these relationships. The...