There is no concept of "squatter's rights" in Illinois. There is only a legal process to remove people that from property who entered it peaceably...

Should my landlord pay for this?

It is the Landlord's door; it is his ultimate responsibility to fix it. You may be liable for the cost of repair if you are somehow responsible...

Can I break my lease without penalty if my building is changing management companies? How can I break out of my lease?

There are several grounds for a tenant to legally break a lease but change of management is not one of them.

If there is black mold on the property to the extent that it is no longer inhabitable then the tenants can declare the lease terminated or it may...

I have been informed that my former landlord is planning to sue me. How do I get out if it without a lawyer?

The Landlord may win his case but that is not the same as getting the money lost. If you have to attachable assets then you can lose the case but...

If there's an eviction notice on the property door, and the tenant being evicted removes it, what can we do?

You need to talk with your landlord and get a clear understanding of what he intends to do regarding you and your tenancy. Is he keeping you or...

Time allowed to file for wrongful eviction

The statute of limitations on your case is two (2) years. You must file within two years of the incident or your case will be time-barred.

What notice should I give before evicting squatter without lease?

If you took the deed from the Judicial Sales Corp. at the Sheriff's auction then you probably need to serve a 90-Day Notice to terminate the...

Judicial purchase and unknown resident refuse to give keys

You have a right to reasonable access of the property with 2 days written notice. However, you should not enter the property in such a way that...

In order to prove up your eviction case you need to prove that a five day notice was delivered. If the tenant denies receiving the notice then you...