Can a "tenant" (squatter) delay an eviction after home ownership change?

I agree with Mr. Weinstein. The eviction process is taking 2-4 months in Cook County right now. You should strongly consider hiring a lawyer as...

Someone owes me 1,500$, I have text messages where she agrees to the terms, and conditions. do I have a strong case to sue?

Text messages are better than a straight oral contract, but certainly are not ideal. The case cannot be properly evaluated from the facts...

Being summoned to small claims court tried to talk to the lawyers office and got no were was not sure if lawyer was needed?

You will probably want to speak to a lawyer or a legal aid agency (if you are low income). However, if the debt is small, it might cost more to...

What is my legal right for a full refund

If you ordered flowers and they were clearly of poor quality, it is best to take a picture of them and reach out to the seller. Hopefully they will...

What is the difference between status call and actual trial? My trial is set in April but this month I have two show cause

Illinois legal aid online has good guides, I suggest you look there...

I would like to file a slander lawsuit against an estranged family member in Wisconsin.

Defamation suits are very difficult and litigating one pro se is not advised. You have further complications due the the bankruptcy. Moreover, does...

Landlord refuses to answer phone, neglected to install proper doors and locks. We also didn't know the house was for sale!

Try contacting the municipal authorities in your city/village and ask for an inspection. They may cite the landlord or otherwise convince him to...

It depends on the context. If you signed a contract that way and the other party tries to enforce the contract, using a nickname would likely be no...

We can't really teach you how to be a lawyer here, that takes years. However, here are some tips. The main points are: 1) Proof that you...

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Can emails be used as a binding contract?

Yes, though it isn't ideal. If the amount of money is significant, hire a lawyer to resolve the dispute.