The ability to collect assessments from unit owners on a timely basis is a key component to the financial health and stability of a community association. An association’s governing documents, as well as the applicable community association statutes (i.e., Chapter 718 for Condominiums, Chapter 720...Read More
Un propietario o residente padece de discapacidad física y solicita la instalación de una rampa en las áreas comunes, o alguna otra modificación estructural a la propiedad que le permite el uso y disfruto de la propiedad. ¿Qué obligación tiene la asociación de cumplir con...Read More
HOMEOWNERS ORDERED TO ARBITRATION Hayslip v. U.S. Home Corp., 276 So. 3d 109 (Fla. 2d DCA 2019)A Several years after purchasing a home from the original buyers, the Hayslips discovered defects in the stucco system and sued the developer for construction defects and violation of...Read More
If a Unit Owner who suffers from a disability which impairs mobility requests the installation of a ramp on the common elements, or some other structural modification to permit him/her the beneficial use and enjoyment of the property, is the Association obligated to comply? As...Read More
Eisinger, Brown, Lewis, Frankel and Chaiet, P.A, is pleased to provide a summary of relevant legislative updates to the 2019 Florida Condominium Act, the Florida Homeowners Association Act and other relevant statutes. There were not any major changes during the past session as lawmakers passed...Read More
WHAT: Condominium and Homeowner Association board members, as well as property managers, are cordially invited to attend a free Spanish-English language Board Certification Course hosted by Eisinger Law and Affinity Management Services. The educational program is the ideal introduction for all new board members and a...Read More
September, 2019 FLORIDA BUILDING CODE VIOLATION PRIMA FACIE EVIDENCE OF NEGLIGENCE Parker v. Shelmar Prop. Owner’s Ass’n, 274 So. 3d 1219 (Fla. 5th DCA 2019) A woman tripped on a parking lot wheel stop located near the egress of the building and sued the property...Read More