Florida ended its statewide protections against COVID-19 pandemic related foreclosures on October 1, 2020. However, the federal government has extended a foreclosure moratorium on the foreclosure of certain mortgages through June 30, 2021. The action was taken shortly after President Biden’s inauguration. Federal protections were due to expire in March […]
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Q: Is there a legal opinion on the impact of a condominium association’s board term limits due to the emergency declarations and emergency powers granted to association boards? (D.S., via e-mail) A: No. Effective July 1, 2018, the Florida Condominium Act was amended to provide that a board member may […]
In many ways, the managing and operating of a condominium association is akin to operating a business. A primary similarity is the importance of careful and accurate financial planning and budget preparation. The board of directors of an association has fiduciary duties to its members. By paying close attention to […]
GONE GLOBAL: Ned Bassen & Catelyn Stark Co-Author Employment Law Chapter for Global Legal Insights
Labor and employment attorneys Ned Bassen and Catelyn Stark provide practical insight into the latest developments of USA law safeguarding both employers and employees. The chapter addresses general trends, business protective and restriction covenants, discrimination protections, employee privacy, and includes information regarding: coronavirus workplace enforcement and business immunity shields,
Florida associations are accustomed to preparing for hurricanes, but disaster plans should also account for other catastrophic events where there is often less advance warning, such as tornadoes, active shooter scenarios, and now global pandemics. Relying on outside crisis experts for guidance is crucial to ensure that your association is […]