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“Water leaks in your condo: Who’s responsible? | Opinion” – Miami Herald

“Water leaks in your condo: Who’s responsible? | Opinion” – Miami Herald

Becker & Poliakoff

There are many advantages to living in a multifamily condo or coop building in South Florida: great views, enviable locations and abundant amenities. However, there is always the possibility of water leaks.

Not surprisingly, when these leaks occur, there is often an inherent tension and finger-pointing between the owner who suffers interior damage and the boards who are being asked to pay for repairs.

Donna DiMaggio Berger explores this topic including some of the primary causes of water leaks, disputes resulting over an owner failing to have adequate insurance, and issues resulting from mold.

Click here to read her full article published in the Miami Herald.