These situations are very difficult because you probably don't have a written lease. Normally, a written lease would address this (and most leases...

You should report the incident to your own insurer and let them handle it. It is unlikely there is any viable claim beyond the property damage -...

Commercial tenancies are very lightly regulated, this means your rights depend on what your lease says. You should hire an attorney to review your...

If the unit is in Countryside, you are probably protected by the Cook County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance. You should talk to a...

Landlords cannot unilaterally cancel a lease. The tenant can bring a lawsuit for possession or financial compensation for any financial loss. The...

Yes. This is illegal in numerous ways. Whether it makes financial sense depends on how much rent you owe. If you owe more rent than the fair market...

The hearing will occur if they file an eviction. It is the landlord's burden to prove the violation. It's pretty unusual for landlords to evict for...

This is governed by the terms of your contract. I would be surprised if it allows you to cancel without consequences. Usually when you contract you...

This is a difficult question. From a civil lawsuit perspective (what lawyers here handle), whether there is a viable lawsuit depends on how...

I assume you also have their name. Yes, you can sue them, but it probably isn't worth it. The legal fees would likely exceed what you collect (if...