It’s now winter, the season of broken pipes and water damage. In our September newsletter, we discussed how to analyze a situation when water damage has occurred, and how to develop a policy to handle insurance claims and allocation of deductibles. In this article, Part 2, we’ll dig deeper into the question of how toGo to Newsletter
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Question: How can community association boards alter the uses of common areas? Answer: Very carefully, and with scrupulous attention to the requirements of the community’s governing documents and the wishes of its residents. A recent California appeals court decision illustrates what can happen when a board ignores this common sense advice. The story, which readsGo to Newsletter
It is not at all uncommon in townhome and condominium communities to have questions arise about who is responsible for maintaining or repairing various components within the community, especially when one component, such as a leaking pipe, damages other parts of the community. In deciphering this kind of situation, the following checklist will help toGo to Newsletter
If an association has any employees, it is required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. The amount of the premium is generally determined by the total employee payroll. Generally, independent contractors and non-compensated volunteers of associations are not considered employees for purposes of workers’ compensation. Examples of employees for which associations are required to carry workers’Go to Newsletter
Do you know whether you are fully insured? Do you even know how to figure this out? Every homeowners and condominium association needs to protect itself from various losses, claims, and liability exposure through a comprehensive insurance program. Here are some tips to ensure you have appropriate and adequate insurance: TIP 1: Know the fourGo to Newsletter