I am pro se. OC filed a motion to dismiss with a hearing date 5 weeks later. Do I have to respond within 28 days of receipt?

You do not provide enough information as various courts and different divisions have different standards. Usually the date set is a date for...

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I am a member of a motor cycle club where the CEO ran off with money , 10,000 dollar he states that it belong to him

Though you don't disclose the legal structure of the club, it is possible the club itself would have to seek compensation. Report the crime to...

I agree with Attorney Goldstein. You'll find that service is accomplished must faster with a special process server. A motion for a special process...

Does my landlord owe me damages?

Subleasing is legal in Chicago, however many property owners require that their tenant get permission to sublease. Your "landlord" probably...

If someone gives a gift to someone and they break up and the person that gave the gift took it back and sold it what happens

Generally you can't take gifts back. If the horse was very valuable speak to a local attorney about a possible lawsuit.

Chicago has very strict security deposit laws that many landlords violate. You should have an attorney review all the documents and facts to...

If I live 20 minutes outside of the city where I have court, should I get a lawyer that is closer to the courthouse?

You should discuss this issue with your potential lawyer (assuming the case is being billed hourly). Ask the lawyer what rate is charged for travel...

I BEEN TOLD BY BANK THAT GAVE THE MORTGAGE TO MY APARTMENT OWNER THE THIS BUILDING IS BEING FORECLOSE,CAN I BREAK MY LEASE .

I'd add that Chicago has a specific ordinance provision for properties in foreclosure: 5-12-095 Tenants' notification of foreclosure...

How much time do I need to give my landlord in extend req for a termin tenancy notice on a month to month, to avoid eviction ?

Though your question is not clear, it appears you are saying your landlord notified you that he is terminating your month-to-month tenancy and you...

I have leased a property/house with option to buy, It was due to go to short sale, it did not, I decided not to buy.

You should contact a landlord-tenant attorney. Landlords aren't allowed to lock people out or steal security deposits. It is unlikely that this is...