Legal & Legislative News

Improper Amendments Are VERY Expensive

Earlier this year, I blogged on the case of Johnson v. Board of Directors of Forest Lakes Master Association, 454…

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Judge rules in favor of community member in Pointe South Mountain case (AZ)

A judge has ruled that assessments collected by one group of homeowners must only be used for those particular homes…

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Plugging into Progress: What HB 5109 means for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Michigan Condominiums

HB 5109 was introduced by the Michigan Legislature in 2023 to provide more flexibility for Michigan condominium associations when considering…

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Protect Your Condo Association: The Legal Power of Your Governing Documents (NY)

A recent decision from the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department, underscores the importance of meticulously adhering to…

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Residents of a Kaua?i condo are unsure about relocation plans following DHHL purchase (HI)

Condominium residents of the Courtyards at Waipouli Apartments on Kaua?i are concerned that they will be displaced once the Department…

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Florida tightens condo insurance claim deadlines to ease disputes

The law addresses a gap in the state’s condominium insurance requirements, previously marked by vague guidelines for when claims for…

2 weeks ago

Camas homeowners association rule dispute heads to Washington Supreme Court

A neighborly dispute is headed to the Washington Supreme Court after a state appellate court decided a homeowners association rule…

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Why Is This Special Assessment Different from All Others and the Need for a Legislative Fix (FL)

Not too long ago a condominium association foreclosed its assessment lien against a deceased unit owner and the sole heir.…

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Settlement Agreements Binding Without Signature (FL)

The ultimate test of a binding settlement agreement is whether the parties to the agreement have a “meeting of the…

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