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When Neighbor Disputes Turn Physical: Becker’s Jennifer Karnes Weighs In on Co-Op Board Duties and Lease Termination Risks in The New York Times

02.19.2026
Jennifer Karnes

Becker Shareholder Jennifer Karnes provided insight in the Real Estate section of The New York Times on how cooperative boards should respond when conflicts between residents escalate into alleged assaults. The article explains the legal standards governing “objectionable conduct,” the importance of evidence before taking disciplinary action, and the potential […]

Areas of Focus: Condo, Co-Op & HOA, New York Cooperative and Condominium

A Recall Roadmap — From Petition to Resolution, with Becker’s Jonathan J. Ellis

02.18.2026
Donna DiMaggio BergerJonathan J. Ellis

For more episodes of Take It To The Board, click here! Recalls are where community politics get real. When a board receives a Recall Petition, emotions run high and so do the legal stakes. In this week’s episode of Take It To The Board, host Donna DiMaggio Berger sits down with Becker […]

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

“What Association Boards Should Know About Conflicts of Interest Transactions” – FCAP Managers Report

02.17.2026
Jonathan R. Zim

Conflicts of interest transactions remain one of the most complicated and misunderstood aspects of community association governance in Florida. While the term itself often carries a negative connotation, Florida law does not treat every conflict as improper, so long as the proper disclosures and procedures are followed. Florida Statutes Chapters […]

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