Can the landlord raise the rent without contract or make us move out?

If you don't have a lease you are a month-to-month tenant and the landlord can raise the rent. If you do not pay the rent, the landlord can take...

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How many days does the court give grant to file an answer to a motion to vacate by a defendant in Cook County, IL?

Your question is a little confusing. Are you talking about a motion to vacate a default pursuant to Section 1301? Courts pretty much always grant...

We rented one apartment 3 months back and now we came to know new owner has purchased after foreclosure.

There are numerous laws involved when a rental goes into foreclosure and is then sold. Some depend on whether the new purchaser purchased at a...

May I ask for Rule 137 Sanctions, If My Attorney refuses? If so at what point in the proceedings would it be appropriate to ask.

I don't work in Danville, but Rule 137 sanctions are granted very rarely in Cook County. Moreover, opposing counsel will likely strenuously fight...

How soon in Chicago can the bank after foreclosure sale evict tenants?

It is unlikely that the bank will evict you due to the new Keep Chicago Renting ordinance (see link below). If the bank tries to evict you, contact...

How should a landlord deal with a tenant leasing part of the store to another tenant w/o informing the landlord.

Commercial tenancies are largely regulated by the lease. Refer to your lease to see what is required, it is not uncommon for a commercial lease to...

What would you call this (fraud?) and do I have any legal actions I can take against company/supplier

The best way to tell is to schedule an initial consultation with a consumer protection attorney. Most of them offer free or low cost initial...

How to subpoena a tenant to city hearing?

You need to do a cost-benefit analysis. This dispute is probably being heard at the Department of Administrative Hearings. If you contest it, the...

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What are the fees/costs for commercial landlord tenant dispute attorneys?

Most charge hourly, ranging from $200-500 per hour. Flat fees are rare, call some attorneys and get quotes.

Consult a lawyer, guardianship might be in order. Powers of attorney don't usually take rights away from the principal.