Can the landlord deduct from the security deposit for changing the locks and scratches on the wall after I move out?

Most units in Chicago are regulated by the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO) which provides tenants with substantial rights and...

Who do I take to small claims court, my building manager or the painters they hired?

Mr. Hoffman is correct. The value of a used bed is usually very low (you don't get the value of a new bed). You might have better luck talking to...

Being evicted from a month to month what do I do?

Ms. Goldstein's answer is correct. A 5 day notice is for unpaid rent, but many landlords will want you out even if you pay within the 5 days, so...

Can I hold rent until my apartment is completely fixed?

Withholding all your rent is rarely allowed. Sometimes you are able to withhold part of the rent if you follow the proper steps; however, it should...

Does anyone know of a site or resource where entrepreneurs can work with an attorney for equity comp vs. hourly rate?

You're going to have to call a lot of lawyers to find one willing to work for equity, this is especially true because we have additional ethical...

Can I be evicted if I pay the lawyer via judgement for my landlord owing association money?

If a court ordered you to pay rent to the association instead of the landlord and you have been doing as ordered, the landlord has no right to...

What likely happened is you failed to appear at your hearing date, which was likely at 400 W. Superior. If you act quickly, you may be able to ask...

I am a landlord in Chicago. I find that I have to pay twice the security deposit on a violation.

Payment plans are quite common, but both parties have to agree to it.

Can i held cook county(illinois) sheriff responsible for being incompetent?

No. The sheriff has broad immunities and does not have the staff to complete evictions as quickly as many would wish.

Hospital staff stepped on/shattered 90 yr old mom's hearing aid. Can she get pain and suffering comp $ plus replacement $?

At best she would have a claim for property damage, not for pain and suffering.