Discrimination Resources

Discrimination: An Overview of Discrimination in Common Interest Communities

Filed Under Discrimination, Litigation

Posted October 30, 2013

In today’s world it is not uncommon for an association to be faced with discrimination allegations. In some cases, the discrimination is obvious but more often than not discrimination occurs in a more subtle form – not by direct discrimination but by enforcing a rule, restriction, or practice that has the effect of discriminating againstGo to Resource

Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications—What are They? And Why Should We Care?

Filed Under Discrimination, Litigation

Posted October 30, 2013

When dealing with the operation of common interest communities, some people begin to take on industry vocabulary and just expect everyone else to understand what they are saying and how important the statement being made may be. Statements such as, “Well, CCIOA (pronounced Kiowa) says, you must disclose board emails” and “the maintenance obligations forGo to Resource

Colorado Civil Rights Division Complaints – The Ticking Time Bomb

Filed Under Discrimination, Litigation

Posted October 30, 2013

It usually happens on a Friday afternoon. The mail is delivered as is customary, and low and behold you see an unfamiliar envelope. DORA (Department of Regulatory Agencies) has sent you a letter. Curiosity peaks your interest for a nano-second before the prospect of a nice weekend returns to the forefront of your mind. UnbeknownstGo to Resource

Preserving Evidence – What Does it Mean and How do you do it?

Filed Under Collections, Complex Litigation, Construction Defect, Discrimination, Enforcement and Fines, Foreclosure, Litigation

Posted August 1, 2013

This article summarizes the reasons why community associations need to have systems in place for preserving evidence. Associations are routinely involved in disputes, claims and litigation, such as accidents, covenant enforcement, construction defects, assessment collections and contract disputes. Recognizing this reality, associations must have internal systems and controls to preserve information, data and documents whichGo to Resource

Essential Documents in a Collection Trial

Filed Under Collections, Complex Litigation, Construction Defect, Discrimination, Enforcement and Fines, Foreclosure, Litigation

Posted August 1, 2013

Has your association been involved in a collection matter that went to trial? Very few of our collection cases make it to trial, but when they do, it can be unnerving for board members and managers because it may be unfamiliar territory. This article will address the documents that are essential in a collection trial. Go to Resource

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