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Condominium Officers, Directors and Managers Who Solicit, Offer to Accept, or Accept “Kickbacks” Now Commit a Felony of the Third Degree

10.29.2024
Michelle H. Kaiser

Florida lawmakers revised Chapter 718, Florida’s Condominium Act, once again following the 2024 Legislative Session through House Bill 1021, which was signed by Governor DeSantis and became effective July 1, 2024.  One of the most surprising revisions to some, was the addition of criminal penalties for certain conduct in violation […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

What Is the Difference Between Mediation and Arbitration?

10.29.2024
Yeline Goin

Whether you are a member of a condominium association or homeowners’ association, the respective statutes require the owners and the association to engage in alternative dispute resolution for certain disputes before a complaint is filed in court.  The two types of alternative dispute resolution recognized by the Condominium Act and […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

Community Update – September 2024

09.30.2024
Joseph E. AdamsJoseph ArenaDonna DiMaggio BergerJamie B. DokovnaMark D. FriedmanNicolas M. JimenezSteven B. LesserJoseph MarkovichJay Roberts

While some areas of the West Coast and Panhandle were fortunate to escape Hurricane Helene’s impact, others were not so lucky. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the storm, and we want to remind you that we are here to help. Our website contains a wealth of educational information for […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

The DBPR Now Has Broader Authority to Investigate and Enforce Compliance

09.27.2024
Joseph Arena

It wasn’t so long ago that Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation (the “DBPR”) had little jurisdiction over the operation of condominium associations after their developer turnover meetings, and, what little jurisdiction the DBPR had over associations after turn over, was often exercised by providing warnings and board member […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association

New Heat Protection Rule Is Set to Take Effect

09.27.2024
Jamie B. Dokovna

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has proposed a new heat protection rule aimed at safeguarding employees who are exposed to excessive heat in their work environments. This rule is particularly relevant to condominium associations and homeowner associations, which often employ staff such as landscapers, maintenance workers, and pool […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association