In the latest issue of Co-op & Condo Case Law Tracker, Becker New York Shareholder Steven S. Anderson examines 239 E. 18th Owners Corp. v. Wade, a decision from the New York Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department addressing governance conflicts and compensation disputes in a small Manhattan cooperative. The […]
In the latest issue of Co-op & Condo Case Law Tracker, Becker New York Shareholder Steven S. Anderson analyzes a recent Manhattan condominium defect decision (ADAMS V. BESPOKE HARLEM W., LLC) highlighting the high pleading bar for fraud and fiduciary duty claims while allowing breach of contract and injunctive relief […]
Many newly constructed condos have construction defects, and getting these fixed can become a very expensive legal journey for new owners. Fifty condo owners at 300 West 122nd St. have embarked on one to get defects fixed. Becker shareholder Steven S. Anderson breaks down their case and points to the […]
In the latest issue of Co-op & Condo Case Law Tracker, Becker New York Shareholder Steven S. Anderson analyzes a New York cooperative nonpayment case that illustrates a fundamental lesson for community associations and housing practitioners: noise happens, but proof matters. In 333 E. 53 TENANTS CORP. V. YANG, a […]
WHAT HAPPENED: This case arises from a series of disputes concerning the governance, financial management, and compliance with bylaws of the 123-25 East 102nd Street Housing Development Fund Corporation (HDFC). Further, this action concerns the assault and harassment to shareholder-tenants of the HDFC. The plaintiffs, a group of shareholders, allege […]
