Quick background on my situation in Illinois — any input appreciated.
property manager stealing from HOA. I've been dealing with this for about 10 months now and the situation isn't improving.
I have been in this property for 3 years. My monthly rent is $1,402. We are on a month-to-month now.
What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?
Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.
Licensed attorney — a few thoughts. Here's my take on the legal issues.
Based on what you've described, you likely have a viable claim under your state's security deposit statute. The standard is whether a reasonable person would find the conduct properly documented.
You should consult with a local attorney who handles these cases. Many offer free initial consultations.
I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.
Have you tried reaching out to your state's consumer protection office? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.
I've seen this play out several times in my field.
I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.
Been there. Here's what I learned.
What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.
Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.
What worked for me was filing with the appropriate government agency. It took 4-8 months but was worth it.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should check your state's specific laws. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.
I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.
Following this thread — I'm in a very similar situation. Would love to hear how it turns out.
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