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Is it legal for a landlord to specify in a lease that a tenant can have absolutely no overnight guests, even for a single night?
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Answered on August 07, 2014
I'm unaware of any law that would bar such a clause (even in highly regulated Chicago). You probably just shouldn't rent from a landlord that is so...
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Is your landlord legally obligated to tell you they are in foreclosure? If so, can you point me to the law confirming this?
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Answered on August 07, 2014
If you are in Chicago and not in a small owner-occupied building, 5-12-095 requires notification:
5-12-095 Tenants' notification of foreclosure...
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Can I sue Condom mfg company?
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Answered on August 05, 2014
Unfortunately condoms do break from time to time. Suing the manufacturer is probably not a viable option.
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Court days versus calender days
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Answered on July 29, 2014
Usually calendar days, unless the last day lands on a court holiday.
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Property manager requests to come in with a building janitor
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Answered on July 22, 2014
In Chicago landlords (or their agents) can enter a unit with 48 hours notice or with less notice if you consent, so long as the reason they are...
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I have a tenant landlord question
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Answered on July 22, 2014
If you have a properly executed 1 year lease, it is highly unlikely that you can be forced to move before it is up unless you are breaching the lease.
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HOW CAN I LEGALLY REMOVE MY DAUGHTER'S BOYFRIEND FROM MY APARTMENT?
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Answered on July 21, 2014
You may need to file a lawsuit to evict him, it really depends on the circumstances. Taking any other action could expose you to liability. You...
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In illinois do I have the right to ask a policeman for identification? Not just badge number, but ID?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Call the police, do not try to get into a dispute with a person that is either an officer or a person impersonating an office (and thus a criminal).
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Is it possible to break the lease without penalties?
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Most rentals in Chicago are subject to a local ordinance commonly referred to as the RLTO. If the property is subject to the RLTO your chances of...
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We are wondering can we make a power of attorney show bank statements if we feel she is not being totally upfront & honest
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Answered on July 20, 2014
Set up a consultation with an elder law/probate attorney. Without court proceedings you cannot force the person holding the power of attorney to do...
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