I received a ticket for smoking on cta property (outside train station) and was told not to worry about it by police
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Answered on October 01, 2014
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...
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I am a landlord in Chicago. I find that I have to pay twice the security deposit on a violation.
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Answered on October 01, 2014
Payment plans are quite common, but both parties have to agree to it.
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Can i held cook county(illinois) sheriff responsible for being incompetent?
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Answered on September 25, 2014
No. The sheriff has broad immunities and does not have the staff to complete evictions as quickly as many would wish.
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Hospital staff stepped on/shattered 90 yr old mom's hearing aid. Can she get pain and suffering comp $ plus replacement $?
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Answered on September 23, 2014
At best she would have a claim for property damage, not for pain and suffering.
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Hi,
Question regarding gas metering and lease with tenants.
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Answered on September 22, 2014
There are a lot of disclosures that must be made under both Illinois and Chicago law. It is far safer just to raise the rent and include the...
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I need a pro bono lawyer for my family case, as to legal aid wont help me due to being the non-custodial parent
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Answered on September 21, 2014
Lawyers, like all other workers, expect to be paid for their labor.
Call lawyers in your area and see if one is willing to work with you on a...
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Who can we sue and how?
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Answered on September 20, 2014
This sort of fraud is more common than most people think. I see it all the time - where a scammer claims to be the owner of a foreclosed home and...
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I am a landlord. I returned the security deposit of $2000 within 30 days of move-out. lease period was 2008-2014
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Answered on September 20, 2014
Yes, you have to pay interest every year or are liable for a penalty of 2x the deposit under 5-12-080. It's a bit unusual that a tenant would seek...
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Can I deduct a portion of my rent for a broken oven handle for 12 days?
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Answered on September 18, 2014
No, even if you followed proper procedure under the RLTO (assuming it applies), 12 days is not long enough for a partial withholding.
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Is a landlord's promise to return a security deposit always legally binding?
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Answered on September 13, 2014
Probably not. However, security deposits in Chicago are highly regulated, so you should consult a lawyer if your are facing a deduction greater...
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