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In a recent opinion article for TechTarget, Jon Polenberg, a shareholder and Vice Chair of Becker’s Business Litigation Practice Group, explores a closely watched lawsuit that could have far-reaching implications for the future of artificial intelligence in the workplace. In The Legal Mistake Courts Should Avoid in Eightfold AI Lawsuit, […]

Q: My homeowners’ association is looking to impose fines or other penalties against owners who violate the rules. We understand that there are limits on the amount a fine but question whether the board has the authority to impose fines. Can you explain the process for fines? (G.R., via e-mail) […]

Q: I serve on my condominium association’s board of directors and recently, we were informed that the association had been sued by someone regarding an injury that occurred on the condominium property. The board has questions as to what actions it should take to protect the association’s interests. How should […]

Becker shareholder Jon Polenberg, along with attorneys Alyssa Weiss, Gabrielle O. Sliwka, and Rayaan A. Hossain authored the United States chapter in Global Legal Insights – AI, Machine Learning & Big Data 2026, published by Global Legal Group. Chapter 26 – USA provides a comprehensive overview of the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding artificial intelligence, machine...

Q: As hurricane season is about to start, can you give an overview of the emergency powers that are granted to community associations under Florida law? (B.S., via e-mail) A: In Florida, community associations, including condominium associations, homeowners’ associations, and cooperatives, are granted specific emergency powers by the various statutes […]