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Fire Sprinkler and ELSS Deadlines Extended by Florida Fire Prevention Code

10.29.2024
Yeline Goin

For those of you who own a condominium unit in a high-rise building, you are keenly aware of the many changes through the years to the fire safety requirements for high-rise buildings. The Condominium Act, in Section 718.112(2)(n), Florida Statutes, currently states that all high-rise buildings had to retrofit with […]

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

Condominium Officers, Directors and Managers Who Solicit, Offer to Accept, or Accept “Kickbacks” Now Commit a Felony of the Third Degree

10.29.2024
Michelle H. Kaiser

Florida lawmakers revised Chapter 718, Florida’s Condominium Act, once again following the 2024 Legislative Session through House Bill 1021, which was signed by Governor DeSantis and became effective July 1, 2024.  One of the most surprising revisions to some, was the addition of criminal penalties for certain conduct in violation […]

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

What Is the Difference Between Mediation and Arbitration?

10.29.2024
Yeline Goin

Whether you are a member of a condominium association or homeowners’ association, the respective statutes require the owners and the association to engage in alternative dispute resolution for certain disputes before a complaint is filed in court.  The two types of alternative dispute resolution recognized by the Condominium Act and […]

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

“Abandoned Properties Regulated By Statute” – News-Press

10.27.2024
Joseph E. Adams

Q: What rights does a condominium association have when dealing with an abandoned unit, and under what circumstances can it go into the unit? (K.Y., via e-mail) A: Section 718.111(5)(b) of the Florida Condominium Act provides that even if the declaration of condominium or other recorded condominium documents do not […]

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

Becker Announces Strategic Leadership Roles for Continued Growth

10.25.2024
Donna DiMaggio BergerKenneth S. DirektorOmar FrancoSanjay KurianSteven B. LesserAllen M. LevineVincenzo M. MogaveroDavid G. MullerJon PolenbergGary C. RosenLee A. Weintraub

October 25, 2024 — Ft. Lauderdale, FL — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals throughout the U.S., is proud to announce key additions to its leadership team as part of its continued commitment to strengthen practice areas and position the firm for future growth. […]

Areas of Focus: Construction Law & Litigation, Business Litigation, Government Law & Lobbying, Federal Lobbying, Condo, Co-Op & HOA, Florida Community Association