What to do if I recently I broke up with my live-in girlfriend and am having a difficult time getting my things?
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What to do if I recently I broke up with my live-in girlfriend and am having a difficult time getting my things?
As stated I had a live-in girlfriend. The deal was I moved into her house. I brought all my furniture and appliances as well as electronics (TVs, stereo, laptop,) all my tools and personal clothing. She has told me I can get my things,but everytime I go there she either doesn’t let me in or alleges she isn’t there. I tried the police but they are of no help. Being that I lived there, what course of action do I take? I have proof of residency,but no linger live there. She has even told local law enforcement I can get my stuff but as of today nothing.
Asked on August 5, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Illinois
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I suggest that the best way to get your belongings from the unit you lived in with your former girlfriend is to get a third party mutual friend to intervene and show up to the unit with you to assist you in the move out of your belongings and to keep you and your "ex" at bay.
I suggest that you send a letter to the "ex" suggesting this proposal. Keep a copy of this letter for future use and need.
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