Summary
If your houseboat was impounded without notice in Jackson County, Illinois, you should review all documentation and communications related to the impoundment. Check local regulations on impoundment procedures and consider consulting an attorney for potential legal recourse. If hiring an attorney is not feasible, contact local legal aid organizations like Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation or Prairie State Legal Services for free or low-cost assistance. You can also file a complaint with the Illinois State Bar Association if you suspect legal misconduct. Additionally, report the issue to the Attorney General of Illinois for consumer protection assistance.Full Conversation
They gave me a bill for $* for pulling the boat out
That sounds like a tough situation. Based on Missouri law, they should provide proper notice before impounding your property. You may want to consider:
- Reviewing the impound notice and any correspondence from the marina.
- Checking local regulations on impoundment procedures.
- Consulting an attorney for potential legal recourse.
Would you like assistance connecting with local lawyers who can help you with this issue?
This took place in Jackson County Illinois
Thanks for clarifying. Although this happened in Illinois, here's some general guidance that might help:
- Review the notice and correspondence from the marina.
- Check local Jackson County regulations on impoundment procedures.
- Document everything, including the inspection denial and any communications.
- Consult an attorney for potential legal recourse.
Would you like assistance connecting with local lawyers who can help you with this issue?
I don't have the money for an attorney but I don't want to let them get away with this either
Case Rating: *
I understand your concern. Even if hiring an attorney is not an option, you can consider:
- Contacting a local legal aid organization for free or low-cost assistance.
- Filing a complaint with the local consumer protection agency.
- Gathering all documentation and evidence related to the impoundment and denied inspection.
Would you like more information on local legal aid organizations?
Please
Case Rating: *
Sure, here are some options for legal aid organizations that might be able to assist you:
- Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: [www.lollaf.org](http://www.lollaf.org)
- Prairie State Legal Services
- Phone: (*) *-*
- Website: [www.pslegal.org](http://www.pslegal.org)
These organizations provide free or low-cost legal assistance to those who qualify. Make sure to gather all your documentation and evidence when you reach out to them.
Is it legal for their lawyer to know that they wrongfully impounded the boat and not do anything about it
Case Rating: *
The situation seems complex. While a lawyer is generally obligated to act in the best interest of their client, unethical conduct can be reported to the state's bar association for further investigation.
Have you considered filing a formal complaint with the bar association regarding the lawyer's conduct?
The lawyer knows there was no corporate proceedings to impound the boat and according to him it was for a ordinance violation of my super system which I was not in violation of after they pulled it out they said it was because I owed them money
Case Rating: *
It sounds like you are dealing with a complicated situation involving potential wrongful impoundment and legal misconduct. Here are a few steps you might consider:
- Gather all documentation and communications related to the impoundment.
- Review the local ordinances and regulations regarding impoundment and ordinance violations.
- Consider filing a complaint with the Illinois State Bar Association if you believe the lawyer acted unethically.
Would you like more specific guidance on how to file a complaint with the bar association or further steps you can take?
Yes please
Case Rating: *
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Yes please
Case Rating: *
This might be a high-value case. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
Can you give me a bit more information about the issue?
They impounded my houseboat with no notice did a lot of damage pull in it out gave me a bill for $* for pulling it out And have held it from me for a year now and I haven't even been allowed to get my personal belongings from the boat they say if I come back on Marina property I will be charged with trespassing I've been at the Marina for over 10 years and never gave anyone any trouble
Case Rating: *
This might be a high-value case. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
What is your phone number?
*
Case Rating: *
This appears to be a high-value case due to potential wrongful impoundment and legal misconduct. I will proceed with collecting the necessary information to connect you with local lawyers.
What is your name?
Robert Garrett
Case Rating: *
Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
What is your zipcode?
Can I report this matter to the Attorney General of Illinois
Case Rating: *
Yes, you can report this matter to the Attorney General of Illinois. The Attorney General's office handles consumer protection issues and may be able to assist you. Here’s how you can contact them:
Office of the Attorney General of Illinois
Phone: *-*-*-*
Website: www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov
Would you like more detailed guidance on filing a complaint?
TRY ME!
Start a new chat