Early move out-- How do I get my security deposit back?

When answering your question I'm assuming that the apartment at issue is within the city limits of Chicago and that the landlord did not live in...

Do I possible still have a case and can be compensated?

The statute of limitations for a personal injury claim is 2 years. That statute does toll while you are a minor, but 1999 was a long time ago....

What's next I am feeling so discouraged regarding a couple that I let move into my home and now I want them out

You can ask the court to appoint a special process server (private investigator), they are usually more successful than the Sheriff. You have to...

I am unaware of any law that would require such a disclosure or allow you to terminate because a registered sex offender is in the building....

When does a lease expire?

Month to month leases are terminated on 30 days written notice by either party. The 30 day notice must include at least one full rental period (one...

In Illinois my dog scratched a lady's hand with her nails....The lady falsely wrote a report that she was bit. How do I fight it

Many municipalities provide for an administrative hearing on these types of citations. As for a monetary claim for the injury, it does not...

It's not an easy question to answer and if you do terminate and she won't leave you will have to evict her - and you may lose the eviction suit....

Is it legal for a landlord to increase the rent by $235.00 all at once?

There is no rent control in Chicago, so if your lease is up the landlord can propose whatever new terms he/she desires. The primary exception to...

How long for eviction?

Landlords may only forcibly remove a tenant through an in-court eviction. If the landlord attempts a self-help eviction call the police. There...

The short answer is hire an eviction lawyer. Eviction lawyers charge very reasonable rates and evicting is a technical process. If you mess...