When it comes to association rules and bylaws, there seem to be more questions than answers. Becker’s newly launched video series, “Can They Do That?” tackles some of the unique problems that homeowners and renters face today. We answer questions, no matter how far-fetched they may seem. From service animals […]
Enforcement Tool Belt – Fining/Suspension
02.12.2019
In the proverbial “tool belt” of enforcement options available to an association for violations of the rules and regulations, the imposition of fines and suspensions is one that we frequently get questions about due to the procedures that must be followed. If the process is not followed properly, it may […]
“#MeToo – What is Old is New,” FLCAJ
02.12.2019
You have to be living under a rock if you have not heard of the #MeToo movement. Although stories of sexual harassment in the workplace are nothing new and the law prohibiting sexual harassment has been around for almost 30 years, it seems as though stories of sexual harassment in […]
Avoiding Defense of Selective Enforcement
01.14.2019
A common defense raised by owners who find themselves on the wrong side of a covenant enforcement action is to allege an association’s failure to enforce the covenant at issue against all violators and instead only selectively enforcing it. The defense of selective enforcement is based upon a case decided […]
The following is a paraphrased example of the one question that we are asked most frequently: “I live in a condominium, which has had a “no pet amendment” since it was built. A person recently purchased a unit and has been seen with a dog that barks all the time. […]
