Power of Attorney for 5 y/o step-son

What you actually want is a temporary guardianship. These usually require the signature of both parents. You should consult with a guardianship...

Do I have any recourse to receive back rent, unpaid utility bills, damage to unit,, etc.? Don't know where they went.

It depends on the terms of the lease, but you can probably take them to small claims court. A major consideration in these matters is the ability...

Can't afford monthly rent. How to break lease?

Your aunt's rights will vary greatly based upon where the apartment is. If the apartment is in Chicago, she should bring her lease and all...

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What can I do when a landlord leases an apartment to two separate parties at the same time?

Most apartments in Chicago are governed by the Chicago RLTO. Under RLTO Section 5-12-110(b) the tenant has several options if a landlord fails to...

I was summoned to court,but i didn't receive the papers

This is not effective service. Hire an attorney and he/she will file a motion to quash service.

My landlord will not return my security deposit and he will not talk to me about this situation.

Assuming the unit is in Elgin and Elgin does not have any specific laws related to security deposits, your best bet would be the Illinois Security...

What options or rights do I have as a tenant if my landlord would not fixed a tub that is stopped up and has low water pressure

Withholding any portion of your rent without a lawyer is a bad idea, you will likely be evicted and when you hire a lawyer he/she will be on the...

Did my landlord commit money fraud?

This really depends on the terms of the lease, which we do not have to examine here. If you want to recover money from your landlord for...

I am a landlord and have a wishy washy tenant that is giving me reason to pause

As a lawyer that represents both landlords and tenants, I can tell you that if you are already having bad feelings about the tenant it is only...

Can I sue a Union for Mental instability. I was a Women owned union business, and was forced into bankruptcy from the Union.

Your question is confusing, you don't really state what the union did wrong. Unions, and everyone else, will defend themselves vigorously in a...