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...
Mar
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...
Nov
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...
Nov
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,...
Sep
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...
Sep
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...
Aug
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...
May
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...
Mar
Illinois Requires Specific Notice for Vehicle Repossession
Illinois enforces strict notice rules for vehicle repossession, protecting owners' rights as shown in Patrick...
Dec
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...
Nov
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