How can i find out if the home that im renting is in foreclosure

Well, if you're in Cook County, you can go to the Cook County Clerk's website and enter your landlord's name in the docket search, set in to...

I have a lease in IL. The security deposit section reads

Couple points to make here: 1. Security deposits aren't rent. 2. Once you move out early and tender keys, you don't have any right to access...

What happens when a judgement is placed my credit card?

Huh? A judgment isn't "placed"; it's awarded if a creditor files a lawsuit against you and proves their case. You're not just a spectator in...

I am filing Chapter 7 in Illinois and would like to know if they will be taking my savings and tax return

It's possible. These are the types of questions you need to be asking your bankruptcy attorney.

What are my next steps if passenger's insurance won't pay all my bills?

What do you mean "the rest of my money?" If the driver's insurance offers you a settlement and you accept it, that's all you're going to get,...

I rent a condo from a private owner and had 2 falls on the ice in our main walking area due to ice build up. Are they liable?

Under Illinois law, there is no negligence for a natural accumulation of snow and ice, nor is there liability for clearing snow. The only...

I have been unemployed for several months and unable to pay assessments. Now have eviction court date.

You can certainly try to work out a payment plan, but the Association is under no obligation to give you one. Your unemployment is no defense to...

What information is admissable in small claims court, no reciepts

You'll certainly have a harder time proving your case without supporting documents; basically, it sounds as if you'll have to give sworn testimony...

I have had a judgment on my credit for 4years and now i am bout to get my wages garnised. Should i try to settle with them?

It can never hurt to try to settle. Mind you, at this point, you probably don't have much leverage to settle, but it can't hurt to ask. If you...

Trial by jury in a small claim

Since you asked for your questions to be answered specifically: 1. No. Defendant has the right to demand trial by jury. You cannot reject it,...

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