What happens if a default judgement happens.

The employer will ultimately attempt collection action on the judgment. If you owe the money you can try to work out a payment plan or a...

A friend of mind agreed to breed her dog with another person dog. There are six puppies. Should litter the be split?

It depends on what the agreement is. This should have been discussed and memorialized in writing at the outset.

Can I be evicted?

Verbal agreements are valid in Illinois, but proof is often difficult. Contacting a tenants rights attorney familiar with Chicago law is a good idea.

Most tenants in Chicago are protected by the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO). The RLTO provides tenants remedies when landlords do...

My landlord is trying to evict me due to back rent. I recieved a letter stating the property had been sold. Can he do that?

If the landlord does not own the property anymore he cannot evict you. If you owe money to him for back rent when he did own it, he could sue you...

In Chicago's highly regulated market it is always best to consult a lawyer so you can be advised of your risk of the tenant bringing a lawsuit...

Proof of partnership in divorce case, the business I have been running for years is not under my name but another person's name.

It is hard to say without reviewing the business's records. If the business is valuable, you should hire a lawyer immediately to try to save...

What are my legal rights when a Landlord gives a 30 Quit notice when the rent is current and there are children involved?

Since you currently do not have a written lease, your tenancy can be terminated with 30 days notice (month-to-month tenancy). If you do not leave...

I was recently forced to resign. When I FOIA my information I found that they hadnt completely blacked out personal information

There are many services that monitor your identity, you can subscribe to one of them. As of now, you have no actual damages. Governmental agencies...

Is there any legal way to get a roommate to move out of an apartment if there is no lease?

I agree with Mr. Silverman. The landlord could terminate the lease since it is month-to-month, but most landlords have no motivation to do so....