We've stayed on top of this with all contacts, & have been brushed off Now there is mold.What type of lawyer do I seek, if any?

I would recommend making your own claim under homeowners insurance. If someone else is responsible, they can pursue a subrogation claim on your...

Would it ever be legal in Illinois for an insurance company to have named insured being a tenant?

Renters insurance covers personal property within the house. Homeowner's insurance covers the structure from perils like fire, wind damage, etc. ...

Foreclosure or shortsale

Since Wells Fargo owns both mortgages, they will most likely waive any deficiency judgment, if short sale is approved. They will allocate sale...

I countersued the bank and the judge set a rely date for the bank to respond which they missed...now what?

You would file a motion for Summary Judgment on the Counterclaim. Since the bank failed to respond, the allegations contained therein are admitted...

Can I sue public housing and my landlord?

Unless you have complained to governmental authorities, there is no proof of retaliatory eviction or non-renewal of your lease. If you feel the...

The judge probably entered a default judgment for possession and past due rent, with enforcement stayed until the end of the month. I suggest you...

I am Pro Se not by choice by circumstance I filed for emergency relief and wanted to file the leveling the playing field

There is no way to "level the playing field" and shift the cost of legal fees to your future ex, once he has fired his own attorney. The statute...

What is the best "standard of review" for my dental malpractice appeal case?

Your lost the summary judgment motion because you presented no expert testimony. You cannot prevail in a medical malpractice case without an...

Am I responsible for carpet replacement if I damaged it even if it was old carpet that should have been replaced?

If you caused damage to the carpet, your landlord is justified in withholding your security deposit. So long as you received notice and an estimate...

How do I get out a new lease or get the lease changed to month to month without penalty?

If you feel that the property owner is not responding to your concerns about mold, you should contact the department responsible for building or...