Questions answered by Adam J. Lysinski

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What should I do after finding a summons on my door?

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

Generally leaving a summons by your door should not equate to you being served. However, sadly there have been mane cases where the process...

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Do Defense Attorneys take Pro Per Plaintiff's Seriously?

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

Once a defendant is represented by an attorney, the attorney should treat the case, regardless if the plaintiff is pro se litigant. Good Luck.

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Does case dismissed mean destroyed? Do I still need to get it expunged?

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

I agree. Generally nothing will be automatically destroyed. If you were arrested, you most likely need to file a petition to expunge asap. Good...

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Must I file an initial complaint at a particular courthouse in Cook County?

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

I agree, most Chicago matters should be filed in the Daley Center. Although there is consideration given to where the defendant resides, if the...

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I am the LL. How do I do and submit a "discovery" for an eviction? I have 13 more days.

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

I agree with the above answers. You will have a very difficult time facing a tenant with an attorney, especially is your property is governed by...

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Is there any law in IL saying the landlord has to fix a bed bug problem???

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

I agree with the above answers, village inspect is a good place to start. Also, please check your lease asap. Your lease should spell out the...

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The house I'm renting has had some major toilet issues (toilets clogging when you only pee) this has happened numerous times.

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

Please check your lease asap. Generally, you would have to provide the landlord a 10-day notice first. Please read your lease to find out the...

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Will I still get my security deposit back even though my lease ended two months ago?

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

Yes, you are entitled to full accounting and a refund of your security deposit, minus any justified deductions. And if you rented in Chicago,...

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I have debt on a credit card co-s under my fathers name. He made the payments and has recently passed away. Are there options?

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

The first step would be to find out if you are an account holder, or just an authorize user. If you are responsible for the account, my experience...

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My daughter cashed 9000 dollar cashiers check. It was made out to me and her. I thought it took both signatures to cash it.

Adam's answer | Answered on December 08, 2012

I agree with the above answers. Your fact patter is not very specific. If what you wrote is accurate, while there might be possible remedies for...

Adam J. Lysinski's Answers (127)

What should I do after finding a summons on my door?

Do Defense Attorneys take Pro Per Plaintiff's Seriously?

Does case dismissed mean destroyed? Do I still need to get it expunged?

Must I file an initial complaint at a particular courthouse in Cook County?

I am the LL. How do I do and submit a "discovery" for an eviction? I have 13 more days.

Is there any law in IL saying the landlord has to fix a bed bug problem???

The house I'm renting has had some major toilet issues (toilets clogging when you only pee) this has happened numerous times.

Will I still get my security deposit back even though my lease ended two months ago?

I have debt on a credit card co-s under my fathers name. He made the payments and has recently passed away. Are there options?

My daughter cashed 9000 dollar cashiers check. It was made out to me and her. I thought it took both signatures to cash it.