Summary
The user is facing eviction from a property in Joliet, Illinois. The landlord, a former friend and coworker, has not provided a formal written eviction notice, only text messages. The user was advised that in Illinois, landlords must provide a written notice and valid reason for eviction. The user was also advised to keep paying rent, gather evidence like text messages, and consult a local attorney. The user was asked if they have a written lease agreement.Full Conversation
A "friend" I used to work with got me fired. Im renting his home and now that I'm not working he's trying to evict me.
What state are you currently residing in, ****? Different states have different eviction laws.
I'm in Joliet Illinois
What is the reason your friend has given for eviction? In Illinois, landlords must provide a written notice and reason for eviction.
His house house was evacuated evacuated since his dad passed. He helped me with a roof. He kept asking me for more money for "rent". We got into a disagreement and he went to HR and got me fired. I'm out of work for *.5 months and trying to get a new job. Now he said he is going to court fo eviction.
Did you receive a written notice for eviction from your friend? In Illinois, landlords must provide a written notice and reason for eviction.
Not yet
In Illinois, landlords must:
- Provide a written notice for eviction
- State a valid reason for eviction
If you haven't received a written notice, the eviction process hasn't officially started.
I have text messages from him
Are these text messages stating his intention to evict you? In Illinois, formal eviction requires a written notice, not just a text message.
Yes. I have a dog. I have no where to go.
What is the exact content of the text messages regarding eviction? In Illinois, a formal written notice is required for eviction, not just a text message.
What can I do
You can consult a local attorney, keep paying rent, and gather evidence like text messages. Do you have a written lease agreement?
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