When is a landlord in violation of Covenant of Quiet Enjoyment?

The word "quiet" in this case does not mean the opposite of loud. A tenant's right to "quiet enjoyment" means that the the tenant has exclusive...

Up to two months but they could be out sooner or even later. Only the Sheriff knows.

I will dissent from my fellow attorneys a bit. Contracts are often memorialized by a "writing" (i.e. a written contract--such as a lease) and...

Can i held cook county(illinois) sheriff responsible for being incompetent?

Sheriff Tom Dart is too busy saving puppies to evict...

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Can a condo meeting be phone - in only?

It depends if it is a Board meeting or a Membership meeting, and how many members there are. Generally, Members have a right to be at the meeting...

I could not get back my security deposit from previous apartment and they are ignoring me. what should I do?

It may be time to take your former landlord to court. You can try first to write a letter demanding the return of your security deposit and to...

How valid is a signed document where money was exchanged?

The contract may or may not be enforceable because your situation is governed by Chicago's Zoning Ordinance which, I am sorry to say, is harsh...

My landlord on a strip mall has not paid his property taxes for 2 years. 2012 taxes have been bought by tax scavenger.

If you are a tenant then you always need to pay your rent. The better question is, "to whom should you pay your rent"? Keep yourself apprised of...

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How can I be served if sheriff has no access to tenant?

Getting notice of your upcoming court date and settling up with the Landlord are two different things. If the Sheriff does not serve process then...

Hi my name is Sam, I am a pastor of a Christian church. I want to know if this is possible.

I concur with Attorney Brinkmeyer. There are several ways to transfer title and mortgages that will have various tax consequences. Hire an...