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What do I do now that my dog has killed another dog? Am I vulnerable from a legal standpoint? Do I need representation?
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Answered on June 26, 2017
You should hire a lawyer familiar with the Chicago administrative hearings process. Hopefully that lawyer can get both the administrative case and...
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What rights does the father have ? My friend's daughter got bit by the family dog and got 20 stitches across the face .
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Answered on June 25, 2017
Your question is confusing.
Are you saying that someone will not give a child back to their parent unless a dog is put down? That sounds like a...
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Hi , I wanted to know if you had a police report and someone was stalking you could I terminate my lease early?
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Answered on June 17, 2017
You can look at the Safe Homes Act to see if you qualify. However, that doesn't necessarily mean that it won't cause problems with your voucher....
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Should I consider obtaining an attorney to assist me with the talks with my association? I don't want to say the wrong thing.
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Answered on June 17, 2017
This is becoming more and more common as associations seek to limit rentals. Dealing with an association can be very difficult and you should talk...
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Do I have any legal recourse when my landlords will not give the person buying my business a lease?
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Answered on June 16, 2017
If you are selling a business you should definitely have an attorney working with you. Commercial leases are tricky, and you may not have recourse...
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Can I take someone to small claims court over a $500 camera I let someone borrow?
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Answered on June 15, 2017
It's probably not worth the time and effort, but you could probably sue for the monetary value of the camera (depreciated value, not brand new...
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Did my landlord violate the Landlord's Right of Access (Municipal Code Ch. 5-12-050)?
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Answered on June 13, 2017
The entries are probably unlawful as long as the RLTO applies. Terminating is lease should not be done without a lawyer, it is highly technical and...
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What is my next step after the will has been filed?
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Answered on June 13, 2017
I agree with the other attorneys, this is probably an estate that can be managed with a Small Estate Affidavit. However, that does not mean you...
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Can a landlord evict you because they refuse to accept rent from me as punishment for not following a rule ?
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Answered on June 11, 2017
If the lease doesn't ban kids on the porch then it is highly unlikely an eviction would be granted. Moreover, the landlord cannot refuse rent and...
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Can I terminate my lease and recover the first month of rent + security deposit if the property was deemed uninhabitable?
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Answered on June 11, 2017
Maybe, outside of Chicago and a few other select municipalities breaking a lease is very difficult and the standard is both high and blurry. You...
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