My father an Indian citizen who,after the death of my mother remarried and settled in west Chicago illinois since 1990

Your situation is complicated. As far as guardianship goes, the stepmother will have no obligations. If you are asking whether you and/or...

Can I sue my landlord for loss of wages?

These types of cases are difficult because proving causation (that the sewage caused your injuries) is challenging and expensive. The fact that...

Can I dsipute the damage costs from my former landlord. ?

You can file a lawsuit in small claims court. If the building had 5 or more units, the Illinois Security Deposit Return Act will apply.

Deposit not returned within time limit in the lease agreement

If it is a building containing 5 or more units, you shouldn't have much trouble finding a lawyer as the Security Deposit Return Act will apply. If...

Unincorporated Cook County has far fewer tenant protections than Chicago. There are a few Illinois state statutes that are helpful, but you will...

I received a 5day notice either have the rent or landlord could put my stuff out an take over premises',we have ayear contract

The landlord cannot unilaterally raise your rent during the middle of the term of a written lease. You do not have the right to pay rent late,...

My mother has accused me of taking money from her checking account, this is 100% false -

It is not clear what kind of remedy you are seeking. Stopping a person from talking before they talk is an extreme remedy and you will likely not...

Can I buy our primary residence myself (using my own money) and have it be separarte property? Married, no funds comingled.

This would likely be considered marital property under most circumstances and thus, part of the marital estate. Consult with a family law attorney...

What can we do about the situation? Should we get a Lawyer?

You may want to call the city to report the problems and have an inspector come to the unit. Ending a lease outside of Chicago can be very risky...

My landlord will not return my security deposit,claims he lost a months rent due to damages and did not provide any receipts

In buildings of less than 5 units it can be difficult to get your deposit back unless you are in Chicago, Evanston or a few other select...