There isn't a viable claim on the facts presented. There probably isn't any legally recognized liability and, even if there was, you were not...

It depends. Generally, the court will not allow the money to be spent for normal expenses, but some courts will allow the money to be spent to...

It is unlikely that the police will do anything other than tell the landlord to file an eviction when possible. Make sure you have proof of your...

Who gets the "tangible personal property" when decedent passes?

It is very hard to interpret a complex estate plan with limited information. It appears that the will transfers the property to the trustee in...

Oral leases are always a mess. Typically, tenants pay on the first of the month and many landlords offer a 5 day grace period. You really should...

Landlord taking security deposit unlawfully

If the unit is within the city limits of Chicago and not exempt from the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (the largest class of...

Are there really no estate planning or will &trust lawyers in k3?

I think the search function is malfunctioning, try again later. There are estate planning lawyers in every city of any significant size.

I would like to know if I can sue a coronor

It is unlikely you can sue the coroner. Public officials are immune from most lawsuits and it would be hard to prove damages even if he or she wasn't.

Is the executor & trustee required to file the will with the court and be appointed as executor in Chicago?

All wills must be filed within 30 days of death in Illinois. The will may or may not have an impact on the estate if a trust is involved - but it...

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Does breaking a lease leave a record which could cause me to go homeless?

Breaking a lease without legal justification can have consequences. It can make it more difficult to rent as you will not have a good reference and...