Category Archives: Illinois

High Interest [Usury] and Predatory Vehicle Title Loans in Illinois

Discover Illinois usury laws, vehicle title loan risks, and legal options for victims of predatory...

How to Check Vehicle Titles, Ownership and Avoid Fraud in Illinois

Learn how to check vehicle titles ownership and avoid legal or financial risks when buying...

Are Starter Interruption Devices Legal for Late Payments and/or Repossession?

Learn about the legality of starter interruption devices in auto loans for late payments and/or...

Registered Owner Entitled to Punitive Damages for Improper Repossession of Paid-Off Vehicle

A wrongful repossession of a paid-off car led to damages for the lender's improper actions,...

The United States’ Federal System for Vehicle Titles and Title Correction

Discover the federal process for title correction, essential for preventing fraud and maintaining accurate ownership...

Mere Presence of A Police Officer May Be A Constitutional Violation in A Vehicle Repossession

Police presence during repossession may violate due process rights, as highlighted in Murray v. Poani...

City of Chicago Re-Hearing on Impound Fees Ordered

The City of Chicago faces a re-hearing on impoundment fees, questioning the legality of a...

What is The Standard for Proving Forfeitability in Illinois Today?

Illinois now requires preponderance of evidence to prove forfeitability, marking a shift in the standard...

Illinois Requires Specific Notice for Vehicle Repossession

Illinois enforces strict notice rules for vehicle repossession, protecting owners' rights as shown in Patrick...

U.S. Attorney’s Office Collected More Than $60 Million in Civil, Criminal, and Asset Forfeiture Actions in Fiscal Year 2023

U.S. Attorney’s Office collected over $60 million from criminal, civil, and asset forfeiture actions in...