It is against the law to use my personal camera recording my roommate while I am on my own apt.

I agree with my colleagues - you should really look into moving out. It is probably the easiest and least stressful way to go about ridding...

What courthouse do i file a claim for the return of my security deposit, I no longer live in the jurisdiction but i am in cook c

I agree with my colleagues here. If the apartment was located in Chicago and subject to the CRLTO, you should consult with a Chicago...

What will i be required to do about this? Can i get it dropped all together?

More information is needed to answer your question with any certainty. Many of the things you listed that your landlord intends to charge you for...

A 10-day notice is the first step in the eviction process if the eviction will be for a lease violation. If whatever violation is listed on the...

I agree with Mr. Silverman. Navigating the CRLTO is very tricky and has potentially high penalties for those who fail to strictly comply with it....

Can the sheriff still put us out on the day on the order seeing we have court 1/15/16 for the motion i filed today?

You need to give the Sheriff in your county notice of your pending motion. Typically, upon receiving notice of a motion to Vacate a default...

What can I do about the past due rent? How do I pursue? What type of attorney and what steps should I take?

I agree with both of my colleagues who have already answered. Ensuring that your 5-day notice was properly drafted and served is an essential first...

Isn't there punishment against people who cause business obstruction/disturbance?

I agree with Ms. Goldstein. If the tenant who is causing the disturbance is already on the eviction schedule with the Sheriff, all you really can...

How can I get Tanglewood Apartments off my credit now and do I have a case against my sister?

This question is more appropriate for Indiana attorneys, since the apartment at issue is in Indiana. You should re-ask your question listing the...

How much interest is applied to a security deposit as it is required by the IL Security Deposit Interest Act?

Assuming your apartment unit qualifies for application of the Act, the amount of interest is established at the start of every year. For 2015, the...