Questions answered by Thomas O. Moens

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I need new locks and a door and the apartment better secured. The landlord leaves doors open if he does do any work.

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 05, 2013

Threatened you with what? Physical harm? Call the police. Eviction? Retaliatory eviction is illegal in Illinois. Assuming you have a written lease,...

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My rental lease has an error

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 05, 2013

One rule of contract interpretation which may come into play here is that terms added and agreed to by the parties would take precedence over...

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Newly rented apartment has extreme cat odor that is causing me to have alergic reactions (breathing problems)

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 05, 2013

I am not sure what your question is, and it is not clear to who is living in the apartment and who the tenants are. The fact that you are unable to...

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Is there a way to pay an arbitration award by check that the receiver can be assured that the check will pass immediately?

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 05, 2013

If I understand your question correctly, you are concerned the other party will not give you a release, and the other party will not sign the...

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My brother and I are both on the deed and mortgage. Can I remove myself from the deed but stay on the mortgage?

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 04, 2013

It is not a good position to not own something, and yet still be responsible for the loan. You were misinformed. It is your obligation under the...

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Can I put a fence up along my easement?

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 04, 2013

Possibly. It depends on the terms of the easement, and whether your city has any ordinances regarding placement of fences.

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Gave original's to my atty, and cant get them back

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 03, 2013

One thing that may be confusing the issue is the fact that you hired an attorney for your fiance. That means the fiance is the client. However,...

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Can a landlord MAKE me add someone to my lease AND raise my rent. Then evict me, if I don't?

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 03, 2013

If you are a month to month tenant, the terms of your lease can be changed with thirty days' notice. I have not seen the letter you received, nor...

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If my mother and I both put our money together and buy a house outright, can we put my name only on the mortgage?

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 03, 2013

I would suggest contacting an elder law or estate planning attorney in your area. There may be a risk in doing this, and there may be better ways...

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I DIDN'T SIGN A LEASE LATE WITH LIGHT BILL BY WEEKS AND RENT ON DUE DATE HE TURNED OFF MY POWER IS THIS LEGAL CAN HE DO

Thomas's answer | Answered on July 03, 2013

This is likely not legal. Most communities have legal services or legal aid organizations which may be able to assist you.

Thomas O. Moens's Answers (10392)

I need new locks and a door and the apartment better secured. The landlord leaves doors open if he does do any work.

My rental lease has an error

Newly rented apartment has extreme cat odor that is causing me to have alergic reactions (breathing problems)

Is there a way to pay an arbitration award by check that the receiver can be assured that the check will pass immediately?

My brother and I are both on the deed and mortgage. Can I remove myself from the deed but stay on the mortgage?

Can I put a fence up along my easement?

Gave original's to my atty, and cant get them back

Can a landlord MAKE me add someone to my lease AND raise my rent. Then evict me, if I don't?

If my mother and I both put our money together and buy a house outright, can we put my name only on the mortgage?

I DIDN'T SIGN A LEASE LATE WITH LIGHT BILL BY WEEKS AND RENT ON DUE DATE HE TURNED OFF MY POWER IS THIS LEGAL CAN HE DO