Can I Allow A friend to Move Into My Apartment With Me?

Your lease will answer this question, I have never seen one that did not require landlord approval.

I have a friend who had a car accident. she is an illegal, and I heard she will be deported unless a fee is paid. Is this true?

Chicago is not big on referring undocumented people to ICE (some suburbs are), though it's always a possibility once the immigrant gets on the...

Someone left a message saying this is my final notice by phone for a formal complaints against my social security number.

I agree with the other lawyers, this is highly suspect and is probably a scam.

In most cases a dog owner is responsible for injuries caused to someone by their dog. The only exceptions are provocation and trespass....

I was hurt in a house that I am renting. Can my landlord put me out .

Landlords can only evict tenants for non-compliance with a lease. Speaking to an attorney will not give the landlord grounds to evict you. Loss of...

Can I pay someone half of my business' s earnings while maintaining full ownership?

Is it possible, yes. Should you have a lawyer draft these documents, certainly. Contact a local business lawyer.

Can I sue for duress, moving fees and fees to terminate contracts and can my landlord sue me for the full lease amount?

Withholding the full amount of rent is almost never allowed and is not permitted for minor items such as dirty carpets. You are probably liable for...

What is the legal date to have the heat on?

Central heating systems should be on already: 13-196-410 Residential buildings – Heat to be furnished. Every family unit or rooming...

In eviction court, what is the fastest time frame a judge can order you to leave your apartment, if you don't show up for court?

Immediately, but it usually takes the sheriff a few weeks to come out and remove the tenant. Going to court is usually a good idea if you have been...

Is it possible to waive a jury trial (demand) to buy time to get an Attorney if I am in Eviction court?

You will have a hard time getting an extension at this point. Many attorneys do take credit cards.