If you moved owing rent then your security deposit is probably going to be applied to the unpaid rent.

Lawyer made a mistake, now who pays?

This is more of a professional responsibility question than a landlord/tenant question. However, your problem started when you took the security...

No, the landlord cannot go through your clothes. You may have a claim for unlawful entry or a personal injury claim.

How to deal with an attorney who should know that their client is lying?

Your former tenants and their attorney filed their case to make money from you. So you are not likely to convince the tenants' attorney that you...

Can I get out of my lease without paying a penalty?

If you move out and stop paying rent then you have breached your lease. It is up to the landlord to make an issue of this. The landlord may sue...

Month to Month lease ?

If CHA abated because of you then you are responsible for the full rent. If CHA abated because of the landlord then the landlord cannot claim the...

When can a tenant file a small claim & if a default judgment, can I vacate based on anticipatory breach?

I am assuming you took a security deposit--which is not a good idea. If you do not want to appear in court in Chicago then you should give the...

How do I respond to a request and writ for garnishment?

This is mostly a creditor's rights issue. If you are being sued in Michigan then you need to consult with Michigan attorney.

Am I able to get my money back if I paid my rent for a year, moved out after three months, and they rented the location?

Your former landlord is "double dipping" by collecting two-times the rent for the same months. You may have been in breach of your lease but if...

What do I do when I had court today but missed it because I was seeking legal help and thought my court date was tomarrow?

You may be able to file a motion to bring the case back into court. It depends on the judge.