My biological mother died. The nursing home that my mother was in, was sued and my brothers got money. Am I entitled to any?

Adopted children are treated the same as biological children. Since the amount of money is large you should contact an attorney immediately...

You need a lawyer. The job of the opposing party's claims agent is to give you as little money as possible and this is what they do all day every...

Can I sue my complex for sewer issues since day one .?

Probably, especially if the unit is in Chicago proper. Try contacting a tenants' rights attorney.

If the lease says no pets and you have pets you are in a tough situation. It is very important for tenants to read what is in their lease. You...

What are my legal rights as tenant if the person I'm living with is financially irresponsible and is risking losing the house?

Probably not. A tenant cannot control what a landlord does with rent money. Paying rent in advance probably isn't a great idea.

Yes, you can sign a power of attorney and a will on the same day, it is pretty common. With respect to challenging the will for other reasons,...

Can I sue a landlord in small claims court ?

Once you sign a lease you are bound by it, if you are able to get out only losing $500.00 that is pretty good. The formula used to determine what a...

What can I do when my neighbors cats keep using my kids playground as a litterbox and leaves dead mice?

You could report it to the local municipality (though I doubt they will do anything about it) or hire a lawyer to determine whether a lawsuit would...

You would issue a 30-day notice and then file an eviction lawsuit against her if she does not leave. Evictions (and even the notice) are highly...

Who do i go about getting a key 2 the basement?

If the basement is part of the leased premises then you can either: 1. Call the police (lock outs are illegal); or 2. Get a lawyer and file a...