It is a housing legal matter.

I agree with the other two attorneys, but would add that you should keep track of rent payments to the present attorney (i.e. have records to show...

Can I amend this case?

If the Court permitted, you could drop your rent claim without prejudice. You would then file an independent action (new and different from the...

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Are you asking if not having a smoke detector is illegal? If the unit does not have any other smoke detector, then the answer is yes. See the...

Who pays for exterminator for an isolated bedbug problem?

Here are some of the considerations you should address in resolving this issue: 1. Was there any warranty or agreement from the company that...

More information is needed. Is the rental in a condominium building? Did you make your requests to the right person? In writing? Is the owner and...

First look at the terms of your lease agreement to see who is designated to deal with pests. if it is unclear, then check out whether the pests may...

Breaking Lease

If I understand your problem, you did not get to see the rental space before you signed the lease and moved in. Check your written lease first for...

Landlord not doing what he said he would, amicable breaking of the lease possible?

I can't tell from your question if your rental is residential or commercial, but I will assume it is residential. First, look to your lease to...

Can I withhold my rent for a roach problem that was told to us before we moved in?

First, I have to ask why you would choose to move into a place that you know has an infestation problem? Any potential renter should not...

I moved into a apartment building with 24 units, rent was $470. Deposit $470, land lord wont return my deposit its been 45 days

I want to add to the previous two posts. First, the (Illinois) Security Deposit Return Act allows for the recovery of your court costs and...