Sunday, December 2, 2012
New and improved website
Bradford Miller Law, PC has revised its website to include even more information on short sales, real estate transactions, landlord-tenant disputes, building code violations, and estate planning. Visit the new site at www.bradfordmillerlaw.com!
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, PC, 134 N. LaSalle, Suite 1040, Chicago, IL 60602. Bradford Miller Law, PC offers free legal representation for homeowners going through a short sale. For a free short sale consultation, call 312-238-9298.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Landlords must give proper notice before an eviction can take place
Before a landlord can begin the eviction process, proper notice must be given to the tenant. Typically, the notice required is the "5-day notice" which is for non-payment of rent. This notice must contain specific language per the statute and must be served properly. If you have a landlord-tenant problem, call my office for a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Landlords - don't retaliate against tenants!
5-12-150 Prohibition On Retaliatory Conduct By Landlord (Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance)
It is declared to be against public policy of the City of Chicago for a landlord to take retaliatory action against a tenant, except for violation of a rental agreement or violation of a law or ordinance. A landlord may not knowingly terminate a tenancy, increase rent, decrease services, bring or threaten to bring a lawsuit against a tenant for possession or refuse to renew a lease or tenancy because the tenant has in good faith:
(a) complained of code violations applicable to the premises to a competent governmental agency, elected representative or public official charged with responsibility for enforcement of a building, housing, health or similar code; or
(b) complained of a building, housing, health or similar code violation or an illegal landlord practice to a community organization or the news media; or
(c) sought the assistance of a community organization or the news media to remedy a code violation or illegal landlord practice; or
(d) requested the landlord to make repairs to the premises as required by a building code, health ordinance, other regulation, or the residential rental agreement; or
(e) becomes a member of a tenant's union or similar organization; or
(f) testified in any court or administrative proceeding concerning the condition of the premises; or
(g) exercised any right or remedy provided by law.
If the landlord acts in violation of this section, the tenant has a defense in any retaliatory action against him for possession and is entitled to the following remedies: he shall recover possession or terminate the rental agreement and, in either case, recover an amount equal to and not more than two months rent or twice the damages sustained by him, whichever is greater, and reasonable attorney's fees. If the rental agreement is terminated, the landlord shall return all security and interest recoverable under Section 5-12-080 and all prepaid rent. In an action by or against the tenant, if there is evidence of tenant conduct protected herein within one year prior to the alleged act of retaliation, that evidence shall create a rebuttable presumption that the landlord's conduct was retaliatory. The presumption shall not arise if the protected tenant activity was initiated after the alleged act of retaliation.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
It is declared to be against public policy of the City of Chicago for a landlord to take retaliatory action against a tenant, except for violation of a rental agreement or violation of a law or ordinance. A landlord may not knowingly terminate a tenancy, increase rent, decrease services, bring or threaten to bring a lawsuit against a tenant for possession or refuse to renew a lease or tenancy because the tenant has in good faith:
(a) complained of code violations applicable to the premises to a competent governmental agency, elected representative or public official charged with responsibility for enforcement of a building, housing, health or similar code; or
(b) complained of a building, housing, health or similar code violation or an illegal landlord practice to a community organization or the news media; or
(c) sought the assistance of a community organization or the news media to remedy a code violation or illegal landlord practice; or
(d) requested the landlord to make repairs to the premises as required by a building code, health ordinance, other regulation, or the residential rental agreement; or
(e) becomes a member of a tenant's union or similar organization; or
(f) testified in any court or administrative proceeding concerning the condition of the premises; or
(g) exercised any right or remedy provided by law.
If the landlord acts in violation of this section, the tenant has a defense in any retaliatory action against him for possession and is entitled to the following remedies: he shall recover possession or terminate the rental agreement and, in either case, recover an amount equal to and not more than two months rent or twice the damages sustained by him, whichever is greater, and reasonable attorney's fees. If the rental agreement is terminated, the landlord shall return all security and interest recoverable under Section 5-12-080 and all prepaid rent. In an action by or against the tenant, if there is evidence of tenant conduct protected herein within one year prior to the alleged act of retaliation, that evidence shall create a rebuttable presumption that the landlord's conduct was retaliatory. The presumption shall not arise if the protected tenant activity was initiated after the alleged act of retaliation.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Landlord's right of access
A tenant shall not unreasonably withhold consent to the landlord to enter the dwelling unit:
(a) to make necessary or agreed repairs, decorations, alterations or improvements;
(b) to supply necessary or agreed services;
(c) to conduct inspections authorized or required by any government agency;
(d) to exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective or actual purchasers, mortgagees, workmen or contractors;
(e) to exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective tenants 60 days or less prior to the expiration of the existing rental agreement;
(f) for practical necessity where repairs or maintenance elsewhere in the building unexpectedly require such access;
(g) to determine a tenant̓s compliance with provisions in the rental agreement; and
(h) in case of emergency.
The landlord shall not abuse the right of access or use it to harass the tenant Except in cases where access is authorized by subsection (f) or (h) of this section, the landlord shall give the tenant notice of the landlord's intent to enter of no less than two days. Such notice shall be provided directly to each dwelling unit by mail, telephone, written notice to the dwelling unit, or by other reasonable means designed in good faith to provide notice to the tenant. If access is required because of repair work or common facilities or other apartments, a general notice may be given by the landlord to all potentially affected tenants that entry may be required. In cases where access is authorized by subsection (f) or (h) of this section, the landlord may enter the dwelling unit without notice or consent of the tenant. The landlord shall give the tenant notice of such entry within two days after such entry.
The landlord may enter only at reasonable times except in case of an emergency. An entry between 8:00 A.M. and 8:00 P.M. or at any other time expressly requested by the tenant shall be presumed reasonable. (Prior code § 193.1-5; Added Council Journal of Proceedings, September 8, 1986, page 33771)
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
(a) to make necessary or agreed repairs, decorations, alterations or improvements;
(b) to supply necessary or agreed services;
(c) to conduct inspections authorized or required by any government agency;
(d) to exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective or actual purchasers, mortgagees, workmen or contractors;
(e) to exhibit the dwelling unit to prospective tenants 60 days or less prior to the expiration of the existing rental agreement;
(f) for practical necessity where repairs or maintenance elsewhere in the building unexpectedly require such access;
(g) to determine a tenant̓s compliance with provisions in the rental agreement; and
(h) in case of emergency.
The landlord shall not abuse the right of access or use it to harass the tenant Except in cases where access is authorized by subsection (f) or (h) of this section, the landlord shall give the tenant notice of the landlord's intent to enter of no less than two days. Such notice shall be provided directly to each dwelling unit by mail, telephone, written notice to the dwelling unit, or by other reasonable means designed in good faith to provide notice to the tenant. If access is required because of repair work or common facilities or other apartments, a general notice may be given by the landlord to all potentially affected tenants that entry may be required. In cases where access is authorized by subsection (f) or (h) of this section, the landlord may enter the dwelling unit without notice or consent of the tenant. The landlord shall give the tenant notice of such entry within two days after such entry.
The landlord may enter only at reasonable times except in case of an emergency. An entry between 8:00 A.M. and 8:00 P.M. or at any other time expressly requested by the tenant shall be presumed reasonable. (Prior code § 193.1-5; Added Council Journal of Proceedings, September 8, 1986, page 33771)
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Evictions take a while!
Even after the landlord wins in court, the Sheriff can take up to 10 weeks to evict a tenant. 10 weeks! That is the estimate I have been receiving from the Sheriff's office as to how long it will take them to evict a tenant (once they receive the order of possession). This means that the whole process from start to finish can now easily take at least 4 months. Landlords - make sure you start the process as soon as possible. Call my office for a free 15 min phone consultation.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Monday, January 16, 2012
Maintaining property
Section 5-12-110(f) of the Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance allows tenants to terminate or find substitute housing if the landlord does not maintain the property and that failure to maintain constitutes an immediate danger to the health and safety of the tenant. Proper notice by the tenant is required and the notice should be drafted by an attorney to ensure it complies with the requirements of the Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Congratulations to Attorney Jonathan Blair of Bradford Miller Law, PC
Attorney Jonathan Blair of Bradford Miller Law, PC was chosen as a rising star among all Illinois Attorneys. Mr. Blair handles most the landlord-tenant cases for Bradford Miller Law, PC. If you are involved in a landlord tenant dispute, contact Bradford Miller Law PC for a free 15-minute consultation.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Monday, January 2, 2012
Landlords need proper leases
For $175.00, Bradford Miller Law, P.C. will draft a proper lease and provide all of the disclosures and paperwork required for the City of Chicago. Landlords, it is VERY important that you abide by the Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance! The penalties can be very severe! Contact my office BEFORE you sign a lease with a tenant.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
Posted by Bradford Miller Law, P.C.
Real Estate Law, Landlord Tenant Law, Estate Planning
134 N. LaSalle, Suite 2250
Chicago, IL 60602
312-238-9298
http://www.bradfordmillerlaw.com
Offering free legal representation to homeowners seeking a short sale
Key words: Chicago short sale attorney, Chicago landlord tenant law attorney, Chicago estate planning attorney, Chicago real estate attorney, Chicago real estate lawyer, Chicago building code violations, short sale attorney Chicago. This is intended to be advertising. Please consult with an attorney before acting on any information given here.
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