The easiest thing to do is probably contact the shelter to have the contract amended to 15 months or something like that. I doubt they would have...

Can I withhold rent or can I break my lease?

If the unit is in Berwyn (as opposed to Chicago proper) probably neither. 3 mince in 2.5 months isn't nearly bad enough to break a lease and...

Can my ex take the dog from me?

These types of disputes are fact intensive, though her name being on the adoption papers would be harmful to your case. Whether the dog was...

You didn't ask a question. I am assuming you want to know if you can be compensated. Many doggy daycares have insurance that would cover the vet...

What are my rights as a tenant?

It depends on what your lease says with respect to landlord access. Showing a unit three times in one week isn't unusual.

Can a landlord give a tenant a 5 day notice after paying rent ?

A 5-day notice is proper whenever a tenant does not pay rent when due.

Is it possible to get out of my lease early due to the management company providing false information?

Maybe. If you have that promise in writing (ideally in the lease or at least in advertising materials) then you might be able to get some financial...

Is there a maximum yearly rent increase law in Illinois?

No, there is no rent control in Illinois. However, if you are month to month the landlord has to give you one full month notice to increase rent...

Can I sue a senior citizen complex for not having working surveillance cameras ?

Probably not, you would have to prove a duty, negligence and that the negligence caused the harm. All three of these would be difficult in this...

Can I live out my security deposit if I have a five day notice

You can ask, but the landlord will almost always say no. Living out a deposit leaves the landlord with little recourse if you damage the unit, so...