We are on a month to month tenancy with rent paid thru Oct. 31st but also paid last month's rent when we moved in.

This question is extremely confusing and I suspect the judge was mislead. Getting a lawyer and going back to court ASAP might help. The landlord...

My landlord my landlord did not want to take them in this month and now they giving me an eviction notice what do I do and how ?

An eviction for non-payment of rent must be preceded by a 5-day notice (giving the tenant 5 days to pay all rent due). If no proper 5-day notice...

Tenants' rights outside of Chicago are generally quite poor in Illinois. You can reference the Residential Tenants' Right to Repair Act and see...

How can I protect my pet?

There are many resources available for domestic violence victims, both legal and charitable. Get out, take your dog with. From a legal...

Am I liable if my dog bites a delievery man?

It is highly likely you are liable. In Illinois a dog owner is almost always liable for injuries caused by his or her dog unless the dog was...

You should ask your lawyer as he or she knows the facts of your case. Legal proceedings in general move extremely slowly. A normal injury case...

Airbag deployment?

Maybe. I've actually litigated an airbag case before and they are difficult and costly (experts needed). You should talk to an injury attorney...

Can I sue my landlord?

You can negotiate with the landlord, I doubt he wants you calling the village. You can try hiring a landlord-tenant lawyer, but the fees may exceed...

Can my roommate evict me and change the locks if I'm listed on the lease but didn't sign?

Self-help evictions are not legal in Illinois, only the sheriff can physically remove a tenant. Keep proof that you live in the unit with you (it...

I need a lawyer about a roach-infested apartment building

Use the "find a lawyer" tab above and call some tenants' rights lawyers.