Can my landlord make me turn in my keys before my lease is up?

If you are still under a lease and have not terminated it then the landlord cannot take possession. That said, until you terminate the lease, the...

Can a landlord post any type of notice on a tenants back door,for instance inspection notices?

Probably, it depends on what your lease says. To the best of my knowledge Calumet City does not have any tenants' rights laws (and Illinois law is...

There is no set amount for executor fees, the court approves a reasonable fee based on the amount of time the executor spent on the estate and the...

The conduct is probably negligence and therefore you could sue for it. That said, a lawsuit isn't normally worth it (nor will it interest a lawyer)...

A POA does not have power after death. Thus, if the money was taken/spent after death it will probably have to be paid back. Whether you are...

I would like to know if I could sue for personal injuries, medical bills, loss time off work, distress.

Yes, the people who assaulted your son can be sued. The bigger issue is whether it is worth it. It is almost certain no insurance would cover this...

What does the law say about squatting in Will County IL?

You mention concern over being evicted. You need to look at your lease to see how it regulates guests. Many leases limit the number of nights in a...

I agree with Mr. Gottlieb, the wife should get a new attorney to review the case and possible remedies. Going after the attorney may or may not be...

Am i able to break a lease for to much noise without paying out?

Probably not. Outside of Chicago tenants have few rights other than what the tenant's lease states. Conditions typically have to be really, really,...

If I'm leasing an apartment in Chicago, what types of repairs can I make myself without the landlords/owners consent?

Generally, no, at least not without notice. First read your lease, see what it says. Some leases allow locks to be changed, but the landlord...