Does Cook County small claims court hear slander and IIED cases?

The short answer is yes, a slander or IIED lawsuit can be filed as a small claim if the damages alleged are under $10,000. You should be aware...

It's impossible to say without seeing the court order and it seems a bit odd for the judge to dismiss the case but give you a date to leave - it...

Can I request for another tenant to get evicted for causing a non-safe place for me and my son.

While it's impossible to say whether the landlord has the right to evict the neighbor without seeing the lease, it is more likely than not that the...

What should I do if I sign a one year lease and but at the ending of my lease my landlord forge my name on another year lease?

A forged lease is not valid, though ultimately you may have to prove it in court if the landlord sues you. Many tenants in Chicago can terminate...

Why is there NO help for people who have no money?

$400 an hour is on the high end for this area of law. Your best bet is to find a very new solo or small firm attorney to help you out. Will they...

Is an internet contract legally binding?

Contracts can be executed electronically. The bigger concern is whether the contract does what you hope it accomplishes and whether you have the...

Is publishing a police officer's - who is receiving death threats - home address a crime?

It is generally not illegal to publish addresses, which are public information and easily discovered. Laws vary from state to state and you...

In Illinois an oral lease is a month to month lease. A landlord can terminate a month to month lease on 30 days notice for any reason or no reason...

Your question is a little unclear, but it appears as though you submitted a lease signed by you which was eventually executed by the landlord. You...

Can the police department do this

Many municipalities provide due process rights, including a hearing - though this may not be typical in very small municipalities. If you need to...