Can I take legal action if a disqualified executor mishandled my grandfather’s estate and misused life insurance funds?
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Answered on May 01, 2025
Depending on timing, you can take action. That said, the economics probably aren't great. It seems that hiring a lawyer is off the table since it...
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How do I prove retaliation by landlord when I was was less then 30 days late with rent?
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Answered on April 30, 2025
Assuming the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance applies, you can argue that the landlord's eviction was a violation of 5-12-150....
How to handle a rude receptionist that manages the front desk of my condo
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Answered on April 27, 2025
This isn't really a legal question. I assume your condo building probably has hired a management company and the management company hired the...
I’m living in a house that I rent a room from a friend. Do I need to give notice I’m moving ?
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Answered on April 25, 2025
Generally on a default month-to-month lease you are supposed to give 30 days' written notice and the notice ends at the end of a rental period. For...
Can I do something about an oven at work blew up in face and no injuries but melted hair? Can I sue employer?
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Answered on April 21, 2025
You will have a workers' compensation claim (the only remedy against an employer). If the injury is severe enough to warrant looking into...
What can i do to get my dogs back. I paid for them and have the receipt saying my name only.
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Answered on April 17, 2025
You can try the police, they may or may not help. Often, they will tell you it is a civil dispute and to get a lawyer. You can sue the ex in civil...
What can be done when an inheritance is not done according to the Will? Who deals with that type of situation?
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Answered on April 06, 2025
You will need an attorney that focuses on estate litigation. It will almost certainly be an uphill battle and quite expensive. Moreover, deadlines...
What is an efficient way to find an executor for a Will if the named one can not take care of?
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Answered on April 01, 2025
The family members can be petitioned to be named estate representative. The bank will get notice and have to make a choice. Probate is always slow,...
How do I go about getting a copy of someones will?
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Answered on March 31, 2025
Go to the clerk of court for the county in which your grandma lived a the time of her death and request a copy of the will. It is supposed to be...
Can I compel my landlord to find a replacement tenant?
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Answered on March 31, 2025
There's a lot that can be done. You can hire a lawyer and have them review the case for formal lease termination and/or write a demand letter. You...
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