A landlord can (and almost always does) keep a duplicate key. However, there is no law stating that they have to.

The question is vague. Yes, landlords can, and almost always do, keep a key to the rented unit. However, they do not have to keep a...

If a lease was never signed,can the landlord sue you for the balance of the lease?

You will likely be treated as a month-to-month tenant (30 days notice to terminate). Contact a local attorney if you are being sued for the balance...

Will I get notice before the sheriff comes to remove my property?

You might want to try contacting the attorney for the bank (the one you dealt with in court) to get confirmation that they will not place the order...

Will someone agree to assist me before it's too late? It's been about 6 months since I was refunded $231 of $1545,moved 6/2/13

The issue may very well be that you were in a small building in Oak Park. Oak Park has a local ordinance that applies to buildings of 4 or more...

I am worried about my settlement check it's been over 30 days since I returned the signed contract.

Attorneys should return their client's communications in a timely fashion. Most attorneys try to respond within one business day, but higher volume...

This is an interesting question that comes up regularly. Landlords in Chicago that are subject to our local ordinance must allow subleasing. The...

Does my family have a case against the city and state?

Governments are immune from many lawsuits including those for choosing not to investigate a crime. It is not uncommon for the state to choose not...

Lawyers generally expect to be paid for their services just like all other workers. Libel cases are particularly troublesome as there are many...

How should I handle this high dollar situation? Geico is at fault up but is my Lawyer too? What can I do?

You need to consult with an insurance coverage attorney, they will read the policy and tell you what is covered. Generally the insurance contract...