When you’re in need of an attorney, you want to make sure you hire someone you can trust. But with so many lawyers, it can be tough to decide who is a
The Basics Of Breach Of Contract Laws in Illinois
We enter into a number of contracts each and every day. Contracts are made on a regular basis, and it doesn't need to be written or signed by both
Illinois Supreme Court Clarifies Snow Removal Law
The Illinois Supreme Court recently clarified a 1979 law that states that property owners are immune from liability if someone slips on naturally
Landlord Rights And Security Deposits In Illinois
Security deposits are a common point of contention between landlords and tenants, even if the tenant leaves the property on good terms. Oftentimes
What To Do When You Can’t Get A Tenant To Leave
Every landlord or property manager has a few tenants who are more problematic than the rest. Either they are paying late, paying a partial rent, or
Illinois May Adopt New Multi-State Bar Exam
Illinois may soon make it easier for out of state lawyers to practice in the state and local lawyers to head abroad. That's because the state is
4 Ways a Tenant Can Violate a Lease In Illinois
One area of law that we specialize in at Appelman Law is landlord and tenant disputes. If either party has violated their terms of the lease, we can
Parental Neglect Law In Illinois
Home Alone is an all-time classic Christmas movie, and it centers around 8-year-old Kevin McAllister and the hi-jinks he gets into when he's
Illinois Signs New Hate Crimes Law
In an effort to protect citizens who are subjected to hate or discrimination based on their sexual orientation, Governor Bruce Rauner signed the