I after I was accepted for an apartment, the landlord told us we could not rent the apartment and kept half our deposit.

It really depends on what the fees are, generally: Move in fees should be returned; First month rent should be returned; Security deposits...

Unlikely, but avoid posting online or discussing with anyone other than an attorney. If you get a ticket, hire a traffic attorney.

The Sheriff does evict in the winter, just usually not when the temperature is below 15 on any given day. Because of our very cold winter, the...

Do I have any options regarding a pain management doctor I was seeing?

If there were any misconduct, and I'm not saying there is, it would be a medical malpractice claim (not products liability). Medical malpractice...

Landlord owns more then 5 units does not return security deposit

The timeline to return a deposit is 45 days. For the Security Deposit Return Act to apply, there would need to be 5 or more units in your building...

Can a case be reopened after 6 months?

With very limited exceptions, claims for money damages for personal injuries must have a lawsuit on file within 2 years of the injury, one year if...

If you currently have no lease but landlord signed a proof of residential form for school. Can this serve as a lease?

No, no written lease leads to a month to month tenancy that can be terminated on 30 days notice.

Do sandwich lease options legal in Illinois? How can I avoid a lawsuit between the Owner and me the Lessor ( Buyer)?

You are asking complicated questions on a simple Q & A forum. The best advice is to retain a lawyer to make sure you comply with the law and...

How soon can i give a tenant notice?

If the unit is in Chicago and subject to the RLTO, you should have already given them a notice of lease non-renewal. If you haven't and they choose...

I rented a timeshare from a condo owner for a wk, first 3 days, NO hot water, last 2 days-cockroaches-have pics. no cooperation

If you booked through some service, they might have a dispute resolution procedure. Otherwise, you probably have a breach of contract claim, but...