Does my roommate/boyfriend have legal rights to take my stuff away because checks for rents are under his name?

Your boyfriend cannot take your things because he believes you owe him money, that is not the way disputes work in the U.S. This sounds like a...

Trying to recoup money for utility bills in a foreclosed building where I was a tenant.

It sounds like the judge is saying your complaint does not plead facts sufficient to state a cause of action. You mentioned that the...

Do i need a real estate attorney

The short answer is yes, talk to an attorney. This sort of problem can lead to significant liability and real estate attorneys are well worth their...

I do not believe unadopted step-children recover. You may want to formally consult your own attorney though.

Is there any legal recourse when your car is totaled and you can't buy a different one. Are they liable to provide a replacement

I'm glad that you had proper insurance, most people don't. In the U.S. you are generally only entitled to money damages when you suffer...

I am considering offering a destitute relative housing at no cost. What safeguards should I include in a contract?

I would Echo Ms. Howard. Most attorneys that have dealt with these issues would simply tell you not to do it. If things go bad, you will have...

My fiance is a cheating psycho. The wedding is off. How do I get her and her possessions OUT of my home?

You must evict her unless she leaves voluntarily. Illinois does not allow self-help. Lawyers in this area are well worth their fees and may also...

Can a landlord Sue me for breaking my lease even if she signed a mutual recission agreement?

Anyone can sue anyone for anything. You will have to do a motion to dismiss based on the agreement and hope that it was worded correctly.

Do A Plaintiff Have To Produce "Physical Items" Of Which Actually Caused An Injury To A Defendant If Defendant Requests it?

The short answer is that a request to produce is a request to produce for inspection. Thus the other party has a right to inspect it, not keep...

When a car is totaled in an accident can you sue the at fault party for a replacement vehicle

Unfortunately, cars depreciate quite rapidly, especially when bought new. When your insurance totaled your car, they are giving you what they think...