I was given a copy which states "Instanter"

You have thirty days from the date on the order to file a motion. If you do not file a motion you can be evicted at any time. If you file the...

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This is a good time to plan for the future without him. Renegotiate your lease, in writing, if you can, on more favorable terms, perhaps using your...

The most pressing concern is your child's safety, of course. The lease probably does not address this issue. However, the lease may have other...

My friend moved out of her apartment yet she left items behind.

It is definitely better to give everything back than to fight over items that are hers anyways. Legally items are not considered abandoned if the...

Home Owner

If your name is on the deed you are the owner. A mortgage is something owners can sign to guarantee payment of a loan. If a loan is made to one...

A five day notice is for rent, so if you owe rent then it is appropriate. But if you did not agree to pay rent to the new owners, the a five day...

Yes, you will receive a 24 hour notice before opposing is made on your property to identify any occupants were not included in the foreclosure...

Can our Landlord change the locks after the eviction date?

The landlord can change the locks if the unit is vacant. The only person who can change the locks when the unit is actually occupied, is the county...

I believe my landlord deposited my rent in the same account as the security deposit. Can I sue them for this?

If the unit is in Chicago and the owner does not live in the building, then yes.

Rental lease, dispute

Painting has been ruled not to be appropriate reason to deduct from security deposit in previous cases. Judges tend to follow that line of thought...