Florida was battered by Hurricane Irma in 2017 and Hurricane Michael in 2018. Many individuals, businesses, and associations are still trying to recover from those devastating storms. It is common for insurance litigation to linger for years, even deca...
Episode 06: Can Associations Force Residents to Leave During a Hurricane? – “Can They Do That?”
Not everyone chooses to evacuate during dangerous storms. Can community associations force residents to leave? Can they turn off the power and elevators, leaving those who stay stranded? Community association members across the state are asking, “Can They Do That?” When it comes to association rules and bylaws, there seem […]
HOA Board Meetings Must Be Open
Q: My homeowners’ association is currently under developer control. Does a developer-controlled homeowners’ association have to hold open and noticed board meetings? (B.P., via e-mail) A: Yes. Section 720.303(2) of the Florida Homeowners’ Association A...
Episode 05: Pooling Your Community Association Reserve Funds Together – “Can They Do That?”
Your association sent you a notice stating that they want to pool all reserve funds together because it will be more efficient. Can they do that? Find out in Episode 05! When it comes to association rules and bylaws, there seem to be more questions than answers. Becker’s video series, […]
Martin Cabalar and Vincenzo Mogavero were successful in obtaining partial summary judgment dismissing nearly all claims asserted against a mid-rise, luxury condominium association client located in Morristown, NJ. The association was sued by a neighboring property owner claiming that its residents were overburdening a shared alleyway that runs between the […]