Do I need a lawyer for probate to represent my interest in my parents/brothers house after they passed?

Since there is family discord, it is a good idea to consult with a lawyer to represent your interests.

Can I be evicted if I don’t pay my rent on time even though I pay the late fee

In order for a landlord to evict for non-payment of rent they have to first serve a 5-day notice. If the tenant does not pay within the 5 days an...

Your mom will be bound by the terms of the written contract - she should read it. A 40% fee is not unusual for an injury case. It is very common...

Can the landlord kick me out if they have only given me a five day notice but not served for court

Generally, you must be properly served before an order of possession can be entered. That said, some people lie in court, so you need to see what...

How do I get an unwanted guest to move out of my home ?

You will probably have to file an eviction. Contact a local eviction attorney as the process is very technical and any mistake can force you to...

In most municipalities the police will not do anything in a situation like this. They will tell the landlord it is a civil matter for the courts to...

Can my landlord throw my baby things away?

Generally, a landlord is not allowed to throw out a tenant's belongings while they still occupy the unit. It gets a little trickier if the unit is...

Can my sister be given a 30 day notice if she is disabled?

The answer to your basic question is yes, a physically disabled person can be given a 30 day notice. There seems to be a lot more going on here...

When someone with substantial debt dies, could that debt become the responsibility of a surviving minor child?

I agree with Mr. Kiselstein. Under most circumstances a person's parents and children are not responsible for their debts (exceptions would be in...

I received an eviction notice and a court date in Cook, County. I moved out of the apartment. Should I go to court?

If you have been served with summons and don't show up in court a default order of eviction will be entered against you (unless the landlord...