Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Illinois
Question: How should my aunt protect herself and her property in the situation explained below?
Summary: My 84 year old aunt owns a 2-flat in Chicago. She has an elderly tenant on the 2nd floor, who has been experiencing medical issues. He was just recently told that he needs 24 hour assistance. My aunt is worried that under these circumstances, whether he has round the clock assistance or not, his residence presents a liability if he should fall or become otherwise injured while living there.
- I do not believe he has a rental agreement, but is paying month to month.
- He lives alone, and has yet to acquire any live-in assistance.
- I think he only receives social security and/or disability, which is how he currently pays his rent.
What is my aunt's potential liability, and what is the first thing she should probably do to protect herself?
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