ILAO Blog

A blog post summarizing some important laws that are in effect as of January 1st, 2023.

Explains some important laws that take effect January 1st, 2022.

Explains the laws governing access to public bathrooms for transgender individuals

Explains how to stay calm in encounters with the police. Includes your constitutional rights if you are arrested, how to talk to the police, how to find an attorney, mindfulness techniques, and resou

Explains what rights tenants have to guests in private and public housing. Describes what actions a landlord may take if tenants violate guest policy.

A blog post that explains the Cook County Residential Tenant Landlord Ordinance. Describes the rights tenants have under the law.

A law took effect January 28, 2021 that gives tenants in Cook County rights against lockouts.

The State of Illinois has a new law that helps protect survivors of domestic violence by hiding their address from public view.

A blog post explaining a program that gives you free legal answers for appeals in civil cases when you are not represented by a lawyer.

A blog post concerning options available to people whose Ex may be dating a sex offender.

A blog post about whether child support is available in the cases of different types of inheritance and holiday bonuses

A blog on the possibility of a police officer searching your car and your corresponding rights

A blog post on methods and options available to a victim of abuse that wants to ensure their safety and that of their pet

A blog about the possible penalties for driving while under the influence of drugs.

A blog about tenants' rights when the landlord wants to end the lease.

A blog post about what to do when you receive a letter from your internet company suggesting you are liable for copyright infringement.