Q. We had some gutter and minor roof repairs scheduled.The budget is tight for some other reasons and the president stated that her husband was qualified and would do the work for free. He is not licensed or insured and will be working on…
Despite the fact that most people would agree that discrimination is a bad thing, discrimination persists, which suggests either that existing laws against it are sometimes ignored, or that the legal definition of ‘discrimination’ isn’t alw…
Co-op, condo, and HOA boards have a lot on their plate, and most board members are not legal experts themselves - so it's easy to make mistakes. Here, a few legal pros offer their thoughts on some of the more common ones, and how boards can…
Everyone is right to be concerned with the safety of their communities, whether they live in an area highly susceptible to crime or a sleepy Mayberry-esque hamlet. Condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowners associations are no exception; in…
Every board dreads the idea of being sued as a result of the decisions they make on behalf of their communities - but these legal pros have some advice about how to navigate this unpleasant but all-too-common occurrence.
Part of being an effective board member is keeping abreast of legal and legislative issues that could impact your building and its residents. Attorney Marc H. Schneider discusses a few things that should be on your administrative radar.
Boards and managers have a lot on their plates but as these insurance pros point out, it pays to be aware of potential exposures that can cost your co-op or condo in the long run.
When it comes to insurance coverage, whether for your health, your possessions, or your home itself, the question is not should you have insurance, but rather, what policy best meets your specific needs? The same question applies to collec…
Q. For many years, I’ve had a long-standing leak in my bathroom through no fault of my own. The shareholders above me it seems are contributing to the water problem. The couple’s son, I believe, loves to run a bath for as long as two hour…
Q. Over the last few months, I’ve started to notice leaks coming from our roof. After repeated requests to management about getting it taken care of, they have done nothing, and the problem is starting to show signs of getting worse. Can …