I received a check which had been lost in the mail. The bank wouldnt cash it because it was more than six months old. How can I get my money?

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Under Illinois law, a bank is not obligated to pay a personal check more than six months after it was issued unless it is a certified check or cashiers check. Most individuals will reissue the check if you explain the circumstances and return the old one.

A rumor is going around our apartment building that the landlord plans to sell the building to someone who plans to tear it down for a parking lot. Doesnt the landlord have to inform the tenants first?

Only if your lease states you must be notified. The new owner would have to live up to the terms of your lease with the original landlord before tearing the building down. If the owner fails to respect your rights as a tenant, you could take the case to court.

Id like to trade in our car for a new car. The problem is that its jointly-owned by my wife, and she wants to keep the car. What happens if I trade the car without her approval?

Besides being in hot water on the home front, you could end up in hot water legally. According to Illinois law, when property is held jointly, all parties must consent to the sale.

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