Father has used my identity to obtain and ruined my credit. How do i resolve this without getting him in trouble with the law?

I recommend reviewing both the FTC and Illinois Attorney General's web sites' information about identity theft, which will tell you what you need...

Statute of Limitations for Credit Card Debt

If there is a written contract, which it sounds like they do since you mention signing the application, the statute of limitation is ten years. If...

What can you do if you are wrongfully being sued for an unpaid vehicle?

You need to talk to an attorney who specializes in representing consumers as soon as possible. They can review your paperwork and facts and...

You should speak to an attorney before you agree to pay the subcontractor. Illinois law requires the subcontractor furnish a notice to the...

Can a car dealer in Illinois ask for a downpayment after we signed a contract and agreed to no downpayment and a set rate?

If the dealer truly can't find financing on the terms agreed to in the contract, they can require that you return the car -- but they must return...

How to deal with a misleading auto mechanic

If both you and the mechanic are located in the City of Chicago, make a complaint to the City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs and...

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We owe 3 yrs. of property taxes.What should we do?

If he believes his property taxes are higher than those of comparable properties in the neighborhood, he should challenge them the next time his...

Is it possible ro reverse a judgement on a credit card debit?what would i need to do?

You can file a motion to vacate the judgment, but whether it will be successful will depend on how long ago the judgment was entered, whether you...

Can I sue an internet company if they will not refund my money

Collecting from them would probably be a nightmare. You might want to report them to the FTC and the Illinois Attorney General.

Does a dealership have the right to cancel a contract on a car that I have owned for 17 days due to no financing?

Illinois law does allow them to do this if they truly couldn't find financing on the agreed upon terms, but they must return any downpayment or...