Return of security deposit .

The husband's promise is not enforceable in court. Your security deposit is governed by your lease. It is likely that Chicago's Residential...

Can a landlord make you sign a new lease of your original lease is not up yet?

The new landlord takes the property subject to the terms of your existing lease. The landlord cannot simply demand more rent in the middle of the...

Can I be evicted if my lease is not up?

The new owner takes the property subject to any existing tenancies. If you have a current, valid lease then your right to occupy the unit cannot...

Why is my eviction still appearing up as pending when me or the landlord didn't show for court 7 months ago?

It depends on where the eviction is showing up. When a case is filed it becomes public record that can be accessed by the public. It is possible...

How can i handle the situation with no electricity in my rented apartment?

Your two main options are to either move or to endure the situation. You can call the Village who may cite them for code violations which will...

The Sheriff has not served process on the tenant. Get a special process server appointed on the court date. You will have to file another summons...

I have never heard of such a notice so it likely does not comply with any legal notice requirements. It is also vague: is you telling you to...

Should I return the whole security deposit ?

If the property is in Chicago then return the security deposit and do not ever take another security deposit ever again. If the property is not...

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What do you do if the tenant files a motion to stay after the court grants the eviction?

You need to go to court on the motion date and tell this to the judge. The judge will either give the Defendant more time to move or will not. In...

If I’m about to rent a business, whose responsibility to maintain and fix air conditioning, plumbing and heat?

Your commercial lease should specify this. Typically, it is the landlord's HVAC so it is the landlord's duty to repair. The duty will fall on the...