I am unaware of any law that allows tenants to terminate on 30 days notice due to Covid-19. Sometimes Chicago tenants can break a lease due to...

What happens when you move out of apt. early due to pests and cant reach an agreeable amount on the last months rent?

You either negotiate a deal or wait to see if they sue you and/or report you to credit reporting agencies. Most landlords do not, but it is...

You notify the police immediately and they will decide whether to investigate.

How can I deal with this landlord situation ?

It depends. If the unit is in Plainfield, your rights will depend on the number of units in the building. If the building had 5 or more units...

Lawyers are great at thinking up crazy worst case scenarios, but let's keep it within the realm of reasonableness. It's highly likely nothing...

There are a lot of places an eviction filing can show up including: 1. Reports with the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Transunion, Expian). You...

Can I sue or press charges on an old roommate who threw my things away/got rid of them out of anger and spite?

You can report it to the police, they may or may not take action. You can sue, but it probably isn't worth it. Most personal items depreciate...

Apartment repairs on lease expiration day?

When answering this question, I am assuming the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance applies to the apartment. If this is not true,...

It depends on your contract with the rental agency. $115 sounds high for just a background check (usually around $50), which is not usually...

Cab My daughter who lives in Chicago break a 1 year lease (5 months left). because of roach infestation?

Probably, but she has to jump through all the hoops and even if she does there is some chance the landlord will still sue. I strongly suggest she...