See a Lawyer If Youâre Concerned. If youâre worried about becoming responsible for your parentsâ long-term care bills (or if youâre worried that your child could become responsible for paying your bills), see a lawyer for help.
Please contact the Chicago Lawyers' Committee for CivilRights at 312-630-9744 or one of the governmental agencies listed below if you have questions. Federal FairHousing Act 42 USC Â§ 3601 Illinois HumanRights Act 775 ILCS 5/3-101 Cook CountyHuman Rts. Ord.Chicago FairHousing Ord.
The Fair Housing Act (Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968) introduced meaningful federal enforcement mechanisms. It outlaws: Refusal to sell or rent a dwelling to any person because of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, or national origin.