In a time of crisis, we turn to our leaders for advice. Becker Shareholder Patrick Howell appeared on the ASCEND webinar “COVID-19 How to Protect Your Family.” Communities all over the world are dealing with the growing impact of the Coronavirus outbreak. What does this mean for you? How does […]
Despite efforts to contain the spread, the COVID-19 virus is already wreaking havoc on personal life and business dealings here in Florida. But are there legal ramifications for a community association that has a pending construction or renovation contract currently underway? Will the contractor be able to delay the completion […]
Is It Time to Amend Your Documents?
As the saying goes, change is the only constant in life. This fact applies equally to boards of directors of community associations who are tasked with operating their communities consistently with existing governing documents, even if those documents no longer fit the needs of the community or no longer comply […]
After the turnover of a community, many associations face the prospect of litigation with the developer of the community or the contractor and subcontractors who constructed the condominium building or HOA common areas. Such litigation may be a construction defect lawsuit or a dispute over missing reserve funds. These lawsuits […]
Patrick Howell speaks at the Northeast Florida Community Association Institute’s 2016 Tradeshow
Patrick Howell spoke at Northeast Florida CAI’s spring meeting and trade show. “Condominium Construction Projects Gone Wild!”, offered managers and board members an opportunity to learn about how to avoid pitfalls and successfully manage any size construction project at their condominium.