Chicago Security Deposit Cases

Some cases settle before court. Others go to trial. DepositLaw has successfully resolved renters' claims against landlords in and out of court; on an individual basis and for entire classes of tenants renting from the same owner or management company.

If a case cannot be settled then a trial must be had (or mandatory arbitration). Renters should be prepared to testify honestly and provide evidence related to their tenancy. A landlord who loses at trial in most cases must pay both damages and also the renter's court costs and attorney fees.

Judgment against Chicago landlord after trial

Judgment against Chicago landlord after a trial

Appellate Court Order reversing Cook County judge, in favor of student tenants

$4,545 + fees

$4,200 + fees

$6,343 incl. fees

$5,250 + fees

$7,866 + fees

$2,250 + fees

($895 withheld)

($100 withheld)

($450 withheld)

(1 day late)

($66 withheld)

($450 withheld)

DepositLaw also represents aggrieved renters in class action litigation. Sometimes many renters at the same apartment complex allege the same illegal practice. Examples of pending and settling class action cases filed by DepositLaw are shown below. If you rent or rented at any of these properties, contact DepositLaw.


Waterford Greens Naperville	5250 Kenmore Plaza Chicago	Waterford Place Arlington Heights	Catherine Court Chicago	12 Oaks Woodfield Rolling Meadows	4441 S. Greenwood Chicago

Astor House on Pratt Chicago	Grove Parc Plaza Chicago	Stonebridge Village Arlington Heights	Schaumburg Villas Schaumburg	1936 N. Clark Chicago	Windermere House Chicago

Renters who represent their class (1) do neighbors a favor, (2) motivate landlords to abide, and (3) represent the rights of all Illinois renters.

Click HERE to fill out and submit a questionnaire for a free review of your tenancy situation. Email to mark@depositlaw.com or call (312) 775-1015.

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