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Florida HOA Lawyer Blog

Published By Siegfried, Rivera, Lerner, De La Torre & Sobel, P.A.

http://www.floridahoalawyerblog.com/

May 23
2013 Bank Foreclosure Trend

2013 Bank Foreclosure Trend

By Maryvel De Castro Valdes For the last several years, the state of Florida has been labeled as the foreclosure "hot spot" of the nation. In February, a report from RealtyTrac, a market research firm, reported that Palm Beach, Broward and…
May 9
Inspections, Work Logs Imperative to Protect Condominium Associations Against Defective Concrete Restoration Project

Inspections, Work Logs Imperative to Protect Condominium Associations Against Defective Concrete Restoration Project

By Daniel SalasConcrete restoration projects are unavoidable during the lifespan of every concrete building in South Florida. They are among the most expensive construction renovation projects that associations will be required to take on,…
May 1
HOA's Settlement with Trayvon Martin Family Illustrates Liability Issues Involving Neighborhood Watch Program

HOA's Settlement with Trayvon Martin Family Illustrates Liability Issues Involving Neighborhood Watch Program

By Roberto C. BlanchLast year I participated in a discussion with an Associated Press reporter and wrote about a central Florida community association's apparent endorsement of George Zimmerman as its neighborhood watch captain and his…

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Simmons & Schiavo Blog

Covers estate planning and real estate law.

http://www.sslawoffices.com/category/all-posts/

May 23
The 1031 Exchange – An Effective Real Estate Investment Resource

The 1031 Exchange – An Effective Real Estate Investment Resource

A 1031 exchange is known as a like-kind exchange and can be an effective tool for those who have investment real estate. When selling investment real estate, most people face a significant tax burden. A like-kind exchange can…
May 20
Roth 401(k) plans get a big boost in new law

Roth 401(k) plans get a big boost in new law

he new tax law that resolved the “fiscal cliff” issue in January allows employees with a 401(k) plan at work to roll over any or all of the assets in their current plan into a Roth 401(k) plan. This is a big change, and should at…
May 15
Many estates can now save money by filing tax returns – even if they don’t have to

Many estates can now save money by filing tax returns – even if they don’t have to

A federal estate tax return doesn’t have to be filed every time someone dies. In fact, most estates never have to file one. However, a provision in the new “fiscal cliff” tax law may make it very advantageous to file an…

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Land Use Prof Blog

By Professors Will Cook, Chad D. Emerson, Matthew J. Festa, Ngai Pindell and Jamie Baker Roskie.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/land_use/

May 23
HELR dialogue on conservation easements and perpetuity

HELR dialogue on conservation easements and perpetuity

This post is, in part, one for my co-blogger Jessie Owley who knows far more about conservation easements than I do, but one I felt readers generally might enjoy. The latest issue of the Harvard Environmental Law Review (Winter 2013)...
May 19
A response from Bill Fischel on school district consolidation, and a query on why special districts continue to fascinate scholar

A response from Bill Fischel on school district consolidation, and a query on why special districts continue to fascinate scholar

I was delighted over the weekend to see a response from Bill Fischel (Dartmouth) on my blog post series about local government units. Bill is undoubtedly well known to many readers of this blog for his work on land use...
May 18
Edwards on the Paradoxes of Restitution

Edwards on the Paradoxes of Restitution

Mark Edwards (William Mitchell) has posted The Paradoxes of Restitution, forthcoming in the West Virginia Law Review. The abstract: Restitution following mass dispossession is often considered both ideal and impossible. Why? This article…

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Real Estate Law Blog

Includes news, cases and commentary on real estate and property law in New York and nationwide. From Finkelstein Newman LLP.

http://www.nyrealestatelawblog.com/

May 23
POUGHKEEPSIE'S STRESSED OUT

POUGHKEEPSIE'S STRESSED OUT

DiNapoli: Poughkeepsie Facing Severe Fiscal Stress Inaccurate budgeting has created an $11 million general fund deficit in the city of Poughkeepsie, according to an audit issued today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The report also…
May 23
STOPPING CHRISTIAN PROTESTS

STOPPING CHRISTIAN PROTESTS

Judge muzzles speech! A federal judge in Michigan has ruled that law enforcement officers were justified in muzzling the free speech of a group of Christians.The Christians were standing on sidewalks at an international Arab festival in…
May 23
NO KNIVES ON PLANES, PLEASE

NO KNIVES ON PLANES, PLEASE

SCHUMER, LAUTENBERG, MENENDEZ, GILLIBRAND ANNOUNCE LEGISLATION TO OVERTURN TSA’S DECISION ALLOWING “SMALL” KNIVES ON PLANE SURGES TSA’s New Policy Will Allow Small Knives Onboard Airplanes for First Time Since…

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Massachusetts Real Estate Lawyer…

Massachusetts Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers real estate sales, purchases and foreclosures. By Pulgini & Norton, LLP.

http://www.massachusettsrealestatelawyer-blog.com/

May 23
Pending Home Sales Reach Three-Year High

Pending Home Sales Reach Three-Year High

The number of signed contracts to buy homes rose in March to the highest level in three years. The National Association of Realtors stated its seasonally adjusted index for pending home sales rose 1.5% to 105.7, the highest since April 2010.…
May 20
Home Prices Increasing Across the United State

Home Prices Increasing Across the United State

Home-price appreciation is increasing across most of the U.S., demonstrating that the housing market is turning around after the most severe downturn since the Great Depression. Prices rose by 8.1% in January from the previous year, the…
Mar 15
US Housing Market Starts to Dip, But Remains Solid

US Housing Market Starts to Dip, But Remains Solid

Homebuilders began working at a slower pace in January than December, but the decrease occurred in the area of apartment construction, which dropped twenty-four percent. However, the rate of single-family homebuilding increased 0.8…

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Real Estate & Construction Law…

Real Estate & Construction Law Blog

Features real estate and construction law updates and analysis. By Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs LLP.

http://www.realestateandconstructionlaw.com/

May 23
DBE Dilemma - Change of Control

DBE Dilemma - Change of Control

Construction contractors see certification as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) under the Federal Laws as a very valuable asset. Rightfully so! Federal mandates require DBE participation on virtually all federal…
May 16
Estoppel Certificates: Be Careful What You Sign

Estoppel Certificates: Be Careful What You Sign

If you are a landlord or tenant, or you represent landlords or tenants, then you are probably familiar with estoppel certificates. While estoppel certificates are commonplace in commercial leasing and often treated as simple…
Feb 15
Crain's Cleveland Shale Summit Gives Glimpse Into Future of Shale Production

Crain's Cleveland Shale Summit Gives Glimpse Into Future of Shale Production

On February 5, 2013 Crain's Shale Summit took place at Executive Caterers at Landerhaven. The event sold out quickly and appeared to be a great success in all respects. I attended and was quite impressed by the quality and variety of…

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Probate Thoughts From The…

Probate Thoughts From The Villages, Florida

Covers wills, probate, asset protection, and real estate. By Ronald Jones.

http://flawyer.us/ProbateThoughts/

May 23
When you should not talk to the police

When you should not talk to the police

Normally, I don’t handle criminal cases. Nonetheless, the topic of this blog is how to protect yourself; how to protect your assets, how to protect your estate, how to avoid scams. One thing that you need to consider is what ……
Apr 30
Living Trust Costs and Fee

Living Trust Costs and Fee

I’ve been reviewing an estate and trust accounting prepared by another attorney, and in doing so, it occurs to me that I have not discussed trust administration fees in Florida. One of the supposed advantages of a living trust is…
Apr 16
Living Will

Living Will

Today, April 16, is National Healthcare Decisions Day. I just received a visit from the local Hospice organization, Hospice of Marion County. Hospice of Marion County Which is a very good organization. I strongly encourage clients to set up…

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PropertyProf Blog

By Professors D. Benjamin Barros and Alfred L. Brophy.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/property/

May 23
How We Think About Property - Changes Across Time

How We Think About Property - Changes Across Time

David Schorr, writing at the new blog Environment, Law, and History has some insightful things to say about how our conceptions of property and the environment have changed over time. Schorr focuses on water law in the U.S. and in...
May 23
The Best Venn Diagram in History?

The Best Venn Diagram in History?

This. Always this. Steve Clowney
May 23
Dellapenna on Groundwater

Dellapenna on Groundwater

Joseph Dellapenna (Villanova) has posted A Primer on Groundwater Law (Idaho) on SSRN. Here's the abstract: The greater part of fresh water on the planet Earth is under ground and most of that qualifies as "groundwater" in the sense…

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Andersen, Tate & Carr, P.C.

Focuses on advice for small businesses and community associations.

http://andersentatecarr.wordpress.com

May 23
The Fair Labor Standards Act – a Formidable Opponent to Employer

The Fair Labor Standards Act – a Formidable Opponent to Employer

Recently, a client approached us after losing his job as a cashier at a convenience store. He contended that he had been terminated over religious differences with his boss and coworkers. Our client was Hindu and his coworkers…
May 10
Join us for the GLQC 2013 Small Business Week Awards Luncheon

Join us for the GLQC 2013 Small Business Week Awards Luncheon

Andersen, Tate & Carr is a proud to be a sponsor for the Georgia Lenders Quality Circle 2013 Small Business Week Awards Luncheon Thursday, May 23, 2013 11:30 – 2 pm Villa Christina 400 Summit Boulevard Atlanta, Georgia
May 6
Texting While Driving and the Myth of Mutlitasking

Texting While Driving and the Myth of Mutlitasking

Multitasking is the modern American way. Friends and colleagues frequently claim to be multitasking, as if bragging about their high efficiency. But decades of research by neuroscientists has definitively established that multi-tasking is a…

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inversecondemnation.com

Recent developments and commentary on regulatory takings, eminent domain, inverse condemnation, property rights, and land use law. By Robert H. Thomas of Damon Key Leong Kupchak Hastert.

http://www.inversecondemnation.com/inversecondemnation/

May 23
Final Briefs In Arkansas Game Remand (Flooding As A Taking)

Final Briefs In Arkansas Game Remand (Flooding As A Taking)

Here are the latest (and last, presumably) briefs in the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission v. United States case, now in the Federal Circuit after remand by the U.S. Supreme Court. The Court earlier reversed the Federal Circuit's conclusion…
May 22
Audio Of HSBA Appellate Section CLE On Amicus Briefing

Audio Of HSBA Appellate Section CLE On Amicus Briefing

Earlier this week, I spoke to the Hawaii State Bar Association's Appellate Law Section about amicus briefing, along with Daniel Gluck, Senior Staff Attorney at ACLU Hawaii. I appeared by videoconference, and we were able to record my remarks.…
May 21
One More Law Review Article: "Rethinking the Federal Eminent Domain Power"

One More Law Review Article: "Rethinking the Federal Eminent Domain Power"

A lot of interesting law review articles published lately, and here's the latest: William Baude, Rethinking the Federal Eminent Domain Power, 122 Yale L.J. 1738 (2013). As the title suggests, the author argues that for 75 years, the original…

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The Landlord Law Blog

Covers residential landlord and tenant law in the UK.

http://landlordlaw.blogspot.com/

May 22
All about the Residential Property Tribunal

All about the Residential Property Tribunal

John Murray, a Residential Property Tribunal Chair talks about the Residential Property Tribunal and its work - useful if you have a case there
May 22
What should landlords watch out for when doing inspections?

What should landlords watch out for when doing inspections?

I am asked what landlords should watch out for when doing suggestios and ask for your comment
May 21
Can the agents take this penalty fee if I am not in arrears?

Can the agents take this penalty fee if I am not in arrears?

A tenant has money deducted from her bank account by way of a penalty for rent arrears at a time when she is not in arrears! What can she so?

Rank this Week: 347

About Conveyancing

Covers conveyancing in England and Wales. By Simon Seaton.

http://aboutconveyancing.blogspot.com/

May 22
Santander : Ahead of the Q

Santander : Ahead of the Q

Santander have became the first bank to add the Q Policy to the acceptable warranty schemes listed in it’s Part 2s of the CML Handbook. The Q Policy is no ordinary warranty scheme. In fact it is a an alternative to the traditional…
May 21
The problem with the race to be the cheapest conveyancer is that you might win.

The problem with the race to be the cheapest conveyancer is that you might win.

As the big name brands barge their way into the legal sector they will seek to squeeze every penny out of every client. Can the smaller firms compete? Of course they can as long as they don't compete on price alone. Some firms in an…
May 19
A post completion nightmare - difficulties with a restriction

A post completion nightmare - difficulties with a restriction

It is not unusual in a dealing with leasehold transaction to be faced with a restriction on the title in favor of a management company. Many leases for new developments in the 80s and 90’s imposed obligations on a management company…

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Condo Reporter

Covers condominium law in Ontario, Canada. By Heenan Blaikie LLP.

http://www.condoreporter.com/

May 22
Unsuccessful Lawsuit by Condo Owner - The Cost Implication

Unsuccessful Lawsuit by Condo Owner - The Cost Implication

Posted by Barbara HolmesIn a previous blog, we reported on a case, Harvey v. Elgin Condominium Corporation No. 3, where an unhappy unit owner sued the Corporation for various alleged infractions relating to the replacement of existing wooden…
May 21
Jason Rivait Featured in Condo News of the Golden Horseshoe Magazine

Jason Rivait Featured in Condo News of the Golden Horseshoe Magazine

Posted by AdminJason Rivait is the featured contributor in the newest Questions & Answers section of the Condo News of the Golden Horseshoe magazine. Jason discusses requests for records, the potential for labour or copying costs and time…
May 14
Unsuccessful Law Suit by Condo Owner

Unsuccessful Law Suit by Condo Owner

Posted by Barbara HolmesIn the case of Harvey v. Elgin Condominium Corporation No. 3 an unhappy condo owner sued the condominium corporation, claiming that the corporation undertook work that constituted a substantial change without proper…

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nearlylegal

Covers housing law, legal aid and other topics.

http://nearlylegal.co.uk/blog

May 22
Benefit Cap Judicial Review underway

Benefit Cap Judicial Review underway

A four party judicial review of the Benefit Cap – now under pilot in 4 boroughs and to be rolled out in October – was issued today (Wednesday 22 May). Details are here.The claimants argue that the Regulations are discriminatory…
May 20
Let’s Not Move to Wales…

Let’s Not Move to Wales…

…says the RLA. Personally I remain convinced that it is a lovely place and we should all move immediately. Why is the RLA less keen you might well ask. Well, the Welsh Government has today published the White Paper I response to the…
May 20
The meaning of care and attention

The meaning of care and attention

SL v Westminster [2013] UKSC 27 is a very important case concerning the meaning of “care and attention” in the context of s.21, National Assitance Act 1948.We can only apologise for not writing it up sooner. All we can say is that…

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Campanella Law Blog

Covers recent court decisions, pending legislation, real estate updates and business matters.

http://campanellalawfirm.com/blog/

May 22
JANUARY 2014 TO BRING MORE CHANGES FOR MORTGAGE LENDING RULES – SELF-EMPLOYED BEWARE?

JANUARY 2014 TO BRING MORE CHANGES FOR MORTGAGE LENDING RULES – SELF-EMPLOYED BEWARE?

Unless you’re into reading the minutia of federal legislation, you are probably like most consumers and are unaware of a new mortgage lending rule that is slated to go into effect in January 2014. Born of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street…
May 9
DOES YOUR “SOFT TISSUE” INJURY SATISFY NEW YORK’S SERIOUS INJURY THRESHOLD?

DOES YOUR “SOFT TISSUE” INJURY SATISFY NEW YORK’S SERIOUS INJURY THRESHOLD?

For those readers familiar with my articles, you might recall a previous piece in which I discussed New York State’s serious injury threshold law. In part, the article discussed how New York, years ago, implemented legislation intended…
Apr 26
EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIPS ARE LIKE DATING? THE DIRTY LITTLE SECRET OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS

EMPLOYER/EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIPS ARE LIKE DATING? THE DIRTY LITTLE SECRET OF RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS

When someone is starting out in a new job, one of the last things on his mind is what happens if and when things don’t work out with that employer. Things are all shiny and new, and most people have … Continue reading →

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Covers practice tips and new legal developments of particular interest to California legal professionals. The CEB blog covers a wide range of practice areas from estate planning to civil litigation, along with posts relating to the practice of law generally.

http://blog.ceb.com

May 22
Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview

Immigration Issues Dos and Don’ts for Job Interview

There are many subjects that require care when conducting a job interview. Immigration is definitely one of them. Given the increased awareness and sensitivity to immigration status issues, employers need to watch their questions. Although…
May 20
Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal

Keep an Eye Toward an Appeal

Trying a case is hard enough, but throughout trial you should also keep in the back of your mind the need to preserve the record for appeal. Why is it so important to pay attention to the record during trial? It all comes down to a major…
May 17
Second Bite at the Apple: How Unregistered Domestic Partners (and Other Cotenants) Can Still Avoid Property Tax Reassessment

Second Bite at the Apple: How Unregistered Domestic Partners (and Other Cotenants) Can Still Avoid Property Tax Reassessment

Do you own a house with someone and don’t want to register as domestic partners, but you still want an exclusion from a change in ownership for property tax purposes when you die? Now you can. Here’s how it works. Under Rev &…

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Real Estate Legal Update

Covers US and UK investment property, corporate real estate issues and property development. By Reed Smith LLP.

http://www.realestatelegalupdate.com/

May 22
Rent Refunds After a Break

Rent Refunds After a Break

This post was written by Katherine Campbell and Siobhan Hayes. The recent trend in Court decisions on conditional break clauses has been in favour of landlords but we have just seen a significant case decided in favour of tenants so that…
May 9
A View to a Hill? Beachfront Homeowners Wary Over Dune-Rebuilding Easement

A View to a Hill? Beachfront Homeowners Wary Over Dune-Rebuilding Easement

The Garden State is forging ahead with rebuilding efforts after Superstorm Sandy devastated the Jersey Shore last October. One of the largest proposed projects is a $3 billion dune-replenishment project set to start May 1. This proposed…
May 7
Two More Courts 'Just Say No' to Transfer Taxes for Fannie and Freddie

Two More Courts 'Just Say No' to Transfer Taxes for Fannie and Freddie

Last week, two more federal district courts dismissed suits seeking to collect transfer real estate taxes from Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and their conservator, the Federal Housing Finance Agency. Counties in New Jersey and Maryland had brought…

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Legal Scoop on Southwest Florida…

Legal Scoop on Southwest Florida Real Estate

Covers real estate and environmental issues in Southwest Florida. By Henderson Franklin.

http://www.legalscoopswflre.com/

May 22
Judicial Update: Florida Supreme Court Upholds Priority of Prior Recorded Mortgage Over Code Enforcement Lien

Judicial Update: Florida Supreme Court Upholds Priority of Prior Recorded Mortgage Over Code Enforcement Lien

It took a while, but the Florida Supreme Court recently upheld a 2011 5th District Court of Appeals' decision invalidating a city ordinance that gave priority to code enforcement liens over prior-recorded mortgages. City of Palm Bay v. Wells…
May 20
A Buyer's Guide to Purchasing Commercial Real Estate: Top 10 Due Diligence Questions Before Signing A Contract

A Buyer's Guide to Purchasing Commercial Real Estate: Top 10 Due Diligence Questions Before Signing A Contract

A good portion of my practice involves representing buyers in commercial and residential transactions. Part of this representation involves advising my clients on due diligence matters pertaining to the property. Most of us know investigation…
May 10
State Road 82 Road Widening - Colonial/Lee Boulevard to Shawnee Road Update

State Road 82 Road Widening - Colonial/Lee Boulevard to Shawnee Road Update

The Florida Department of Transportation's preliminary construction plans for the Colonial/Lee Boulevard to Shawnee Road segment of the State Road 82 widening project show the property locations FDOT needs at the State Road 82 and Daniels…

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Ontario Condo Law Blog

Covers recent trends, court decisions, and condo-related news. By Gardiner Miller Arnold LLP.

http://www.ontariocondolaw.com/

May 22
GMA Condo Alert! (Spring 2013 edition)

GMA Condo Alert! (Spring 2013 edition)

The spring edition of our quarterly newsletter was distributed to over 500 attendees of the bi-annual Condo Conference and Tradeshow held April 27 in Hamilton. Hats off to the Golden Horsehoe Chapter of the…
May 14
Time to abolish the owner-occupied director position

Time to abolish the owner-occupied director position

It is rare for us at Ontario Condo Law Blog to beat up on an underdog, but the owner-occupied reserved position on condo boards is decidedly worthy of that honour. That reserved position (set out in the Condominium Act, 1998, subsections…
May 10
Another cause of owner ignorance: Lousy condo doc package

Another cause of owner ignorance: Lousy condo doc package

Those of us who work with condo corporations often grumble that unit owners have no appreciable knowledge or understanding of the declaration, by-laws or rules that govern their condominium. Indeed, if you ask any 100 (or 1,000 or…

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National Eminent Domain Blog

Covers eminent domain news with a focus on Michigan. By Ackerman Ackerman & Dynkowski.

http://www.nationaleminentdomain.com/

May 21
What Must Be Included In A Public Hearing Notice?

What Must Be Included In A Public Hearing Notice?

In a Columbia Heartbeat article, the author reminded readers that eminent domain may be utilized for the widening of Providence Road in Columbia, South Carolina. The reality is that there is no requirement that notice stating that eminent…
May 21
Another Angry Article Towards Pipeline Companie

Another Angry Article Towards Pipeline Companie

In another of the many articles expressing anger towards a pipeline company, a Cameron Texas Herald newsman explained the anger and frustration towards eminent proceedings in the State. The weak, but anticipated, response of the utility…
May 15
Another Proposed Condemnation Fail

Another Proposed Condemnation Fail

The most certain way for an acquiring agency to fail on its condemnation in its eminent domain proceeding is to not follow a statute. The delegating procedure itself must be followed, but even if followed, a grant of the right to condemn by a…

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Spatial Law

Covers legal issues associated with geospatial data and technology. Published by Kevin Pomfret.

http://spatiallaw.blogspot.com/

May 21
Posts/Editorials from recent conference on a Location-enabled society

Posts/Editorials from recent conference on a Location-enabled society

A video of the recent conference on The Legal and Policy Framework for A Location-enabled Society will be available shortly. In the meantime, I would like to thank three of the speakers who wrote about the program in blog posts and editorials…
May 20
5 Key Spatial Law and Policy Links (May 20, 2013)

5 Key Spatial Law and Policy Links (May 20, 2013)

Five links from the most recent Spatial Law and Policy Update prepared for the members of the Centre for Spatial Law and Policy. For more information about becoming a member of the Centre, click here.ESA Study recommends free, open data…
May 13
6 Key Spatial Law and Policy Links (May 13, 2013)

6 Key Spatial Law and Policy Links (May 13, 2013)

Map of LinksApple's user data-sharing takes a hit in Germany after court objects to privacy policy (ZDnet) To quote from the article: "Apple may need to redesign its data sharing practices for German consumers if the…

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Northern Virginia Lawyer

Commentary and insight on Virginia law and procedure.

http://northernvirginialawyer.blogspot.com/

May 21
Cuccinelli opens a window to his private side with new ad

Cuccinelli opens a window to his private side with new ad

Ken Cuccinelli has gone public in a new television spot with a side of himself that I thought would forever remain private. In 2006, just a couple of months after the conclusion of the General Assembly session Ken Cuccinelli's close friend…
May 2
Cuccinelli relieved from case, McDonnell still in the crosshair

Cuccinelli relieved from case, McDonnell still in the crosshair

In the case of former chef to the Executive mansion Todd Schneider, AG Cuccinelli's office (as predicted) has been let out of the case.In response to discovery motions implicating Governor Bob McDonnell, AG Cuccinelli's office moved the court…
Apr 30
Star Scientific and Cuccinelli, a fleeting excitement

Star Scientific and Cuccinelli, a fleeting excitement

An Attorney General seeking a governorship, a well-heeled businessman paying a substantial amount toward the Governor's daughter's wedding, a disgruntled former employee being prosecuted for embezzlement, and an off year election make…

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On Solid Ground: The Mirick Real…

On Solid Ground: The Mirick Real Estate Law Blog

Covers news and commentary on real estate development, environmental and construction law. By Mirick O'Connell.

http://mirickrealestatelawblog.com/

May 21
Supreme Court To Weigh In: Is Your Forum Selection Clause Enforceable?

Supreme Court To Weigh In: Is Your Forum Selection Clause Enforceable?

The United States Supreme Court has taken the unusual step of choosing to weigh in on a construction dispute involving a Virginia forum selection clause. Forum selection clauses generally provide that disputes must be litigated in a…
May 15
What You Should Know About Teaming Agreements in the Construction Industry

What You Should Know About Teaming Agreements in the Construction Industry

This is the third installment in a series of posts on teaming arrangements in the construction industry. My first post in the series addressed teaming arrangements generally and described the two most common forms: joint ventures and teaming…
May 8
Commercial Landlord Must Wait Until End of Lease to Recover from Defaulting Tenant Says Supreme Judicial Court

Commercial Landlord Must Wait Until End of Lease to Recover from Defaulting Tenant Says Supreme Judicial Court

As we reported previously here, the Massachusetts Appeals Court ruled last year in 275 Washington Street Corp. v. Hudson River International, LLC that, in the absence of specific lease language to the contrary, “the bright-line rule…

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Seattle Condominium and Homeowners…

Seattle Condominium and Homeowners Association Attorney

Provides practical insights for community association board members in the Puget Sound area. By Kevin L. Britt.

http://seattlecondoattorney.blogspot.com/

May 21
Does Your Board Have Rapport with the Association's Attorney?

Does Your Board Have Rapport with the Association's Attorney?

The French word rapporter entered the English language as rapportin the 1660's. While rapporter means to “fetch”, “yield” or “bring back”, rapport is defined as “a sympathetic or harmonious…
Apr 30
Announcing My New Mediation Practice

Announcing My New Mediation Practice

Over the last eight years, I have provided legal representation to condominium and homeowners associations and owners within such associations. During the course of that work, I have helped numerous parties in conflict communicate …
Apr 11
Illinois Supreme Court Upholds HOA’s Enforcement of Speeding Restriction

Illinois Supreme Court Upholds HOA’s Enforcement of Speeding Restriction

I was recently quoted in an article on HOAleader.com, a website devoted to helping community association board members stay informed about relevant laws and avoid legal trouble. The article examined a recent Illinois Supreme Court…

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New Miami Blog

Focuses on including international arbitration, real estate investment and land development, financing, foreign investment and tax, Miami’s new zoning code (Miami 21), public-private partnerships, hospitality, and construction in Miami, Florida. By Bilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLP.

http://www.newmiamiblog.com/

May 21
Experts Predict Increased Growth in Miami Hotel Market in 2013

Experts Predict Increased Growth in Miami Hotel Market in 2013

Lori SchumacherThe Miami hotel market continues to be one of the most active hotel markets in the country. The impact from tourism and Miami’s location as a gateway city continue to attract real estate investors and the activity…
May 20
New Legislation Facilitates Public-Private Partnership

New Legislation Facilitates Public-Private Partnership

Eric SingerEarlier this month, the Florida legislature passed House Bill 85, which establishes statewide authorization and procedures for public-private partnerships. The law, which will be encoded as Section 287.05712, Florida…
May 14
Proposed Family Law Legislation Prohibiting Foreign Laws Fails to Pass in Florida Senate

Proposed Family Law Legislation Prohibiting Foreign Laws Fails to Pass in Florida Senate

Rafael RibeiroIn a previous post, I discussed Senate Bill 58 and House Bill 351, which were proposed bills that would have prohibited the application of foreign laws in family law disputes pending in the State of Florida unless the foreign…

Rank this Week: 616

Sonoma County Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy, family law, and landlord-tenant law. By the Law Offices of James V. Sansone.

http://blog.jamessansonelaw.com/

May 21
Modifying Your Child Support Payment

Modifying Your Child Support Payment

Has your income dropped since a judge first ordered you to pay child support? If so, you may want to contact a family law lawyer to have the support reduced. Sometimes, these modifications are successful. But that wasn't the outcome Carl…
May 14
How to Develop a Post-Divorce Parenting Plan

How to Develop a Post-Divorce Parenting Plan

In California, there is a relatively new term being used to describe how divorced parents spend time with their children. It's called parenting time. While you're probably familiar with the terms child custody, visitation, and child…
May 7
Dividing Marital Property in a Santa Rosa Divorce

Dividing Marital Property in a Santa Rosa Divorce

After your wedding, you reveled at all of your gifts. There was the shiny new toaster from your Aunt Betsy, the Cuisinart from your best friend, the teak patio set from your parents. Now, on the verge of finalizing your divorce, you have…

Rank this Week: 810

California Real Estate Lawyers…

California Real Estate Lawyers Blog

Published by Law Office of James J. Falcone

http://www.calrealestatelawyersblog.com/

May 21
California Construction Contracts and Arbitration - When the Issue is whether the contractor was unlicensed, Courts Can Throw Away the Arbitrator's Decision.

California Construction Contracts and Arbitration - When the Issue is whether the contractor was unlicensed, Courts Can Throw Away the Arbitrator's Decision.

I have written several times about the finality of Arbitration decisions, and haw they cannot be overturned even if the Arbitrator did not follow the law, or ignored the facts. Also discussed here has been the plight of the unlicensed…
May 16
Jurisdiction of California Courts After the Civil Suit Is Decided - Sometimes It Continues, but There Are Limit

Jurisdiction of California Courts After the Civil Suit Is Decided - Sometimes It Continues, but There Are Limit

California Courts sometimes reserve jurisdiction over parties or an action after the case has gone to final judgment, for various reasons. Jurisdiction is generally the power to hear and determine the claims of the parties. Some examples…
May 9
California Homeowners Associations can foreclose assessment liens, but must give notice after sale that the owner has 90 days to redeem- pay the debt and get the property back.

California Homeowners Associations can foreclose assessment liens, but must give notice after sale that the owner has 90 days to redeem- pay the debt and get the property back.

Homeowners associations in common interest developments have the ability to conduct a non-judicial foreclosure to collect delinquent assessment fees. However, the law places numerous restrictions on the association's ability to foreclose to…

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The Massachusetts Real Estate Law…

The Massachusetts Real Estate Law Blog

Features news, commentary and musing about Massachusetts real estate law and litigation. By Richard D. Vetstein.

http://www.massrealestatelawblog.com

May 21
After The Empty Nest: Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), Modern Senior Living For Baby Boomer

After The Empty Nest: Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), Modern Senior Living For Baby Boomer

Guest Post By: Philip B. Posner, Esq., Part independent living, part assisted living and part skilled nursing home, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offers a tiered approach to the aging process, accommodating…
May 18
Massachusetts Smart Growth Zoning Reform Bill On The Fast Track To Passage?

Massachusetts Smart Growth Zoning Reform Bill On The Fast Track To Passage?

58 Legislators Pushing Comprehensive Zoning Reform Bill “Inclusionary Zoning” Provision May Expand Controversial 40B Law With “Smart Growth” advocates strongly behind them, a cadre of Beacon Hill lawmakers are pushing…
May 18
Smart Growth Comprehensive Zoning Reform Bill On The Fast Track To Passage?

Smart Growth Comprehensive Zoning Reform Bill On The Fast Track To Passage?

58 Legislators Pushing Comprehensive Zoning Reform Bill “Inclusionary Zoning” Provision May Expand Controversial 40B Law With “Smart Growth” advocates strongly behind them, a cadre of Beacon Hill lawmakers are pushing…

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Breaking Ground: What's New in…

Breaking Ground: What's New in Real Estate Law

Updates in real estate law including leasing, financing, corporate real estate, environmental law. By Sherin and Lodgen.

http://blog.sherin.com/blog/

May 21
Upcoming Real Estate Industry Event

Upcoming Real Estate Industry Event

Boston Bar Association June 3, 2013 - When Energy and Environmental Obligations Collide June 3, 2013 - Preserving Affordable Housing in Massachusetts NAIOP…
May 14
7 Tips for Financing Solar Project

7 Tips for Financing Solar Project

Written by: Bethany A. Bartlett As the warm weather approaches, we see the usual signs of spring which, in a good year, includes an increase in commercial development and corresponding financing transactions. Most notably this year is…
May 9
Can Solar Farms and Backyard Gardens Co-Exist? Zoning Tensions Flare in Massachusett

Can Solar Farms and Backyard Gardens Co-Exist? Zoning Tensions Flare in Massachusett

Written by: Paula G. Curry Imagine you’ve just purchased your dream home in the ‘burbs. Your patio has just been finished. Your beautiful 2-acre lot, the minimum size required by the zoning bylaw, is taking shape…

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Mandelman Matters

Covers the foreclosure crisis. By Martin Andelman.

http://mandelman.ml-implode.com

May 21
Alabama Slamma’ – Not for Better, Far Worse… As Foreclosures we Chart.

Alabama Slamma’ – Not for Better, Far Worse… As Foreclosures we Chart.

We seem to be having a national recovery in much of the media, but in the states themselves the numbers are refusing to cooperate. I guess if you can have a “jobless recovery,” then you can probably have a national recovery…
May 20
The Foreclosure Bowl: Connecticut Finally Makes it Into Top 10

The Foreclosure Bowl: Connecticut Finally Makes it Into Top 10

RealtyTrac Vice President, the ubiquitous Daren Blomquist, said he had “no immediate concern” related Connecticut’s newfound foreclosure prowess, which makes perfect sense since he’s not losing a home there.
May 20
Foreclosure Surprise! Stomping on Maryland Homeowner

Foreclosure Surprise! Stomping on Maryland Homeowner

So, how do I know where the other undiscovered and unreported stockpiles of foreclosures are hiding as the banks wait until they feel like recognizing losses, having fixed the document problem to the degree that they can start booting people…

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Florida Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers real estate law, commercial leasing and real estate development. By Siegfried Rivera Lerner De La Torre & Sobel, P.A.

http://www.floridarealestatelawyerblog.com/

May 20
The Importance of Survey

The Importance of Survey

By Oscar R. RiveraSurveys are an essential element of any real estate acquisition. Whether it is a residential transaction or a commercial transaction, the purchaser should always obtain a new survey. The only exception is with the purchase…
May 7
Estoppel Certificates Should Not be Used as Opportunities for Unreasonable Request

Estoppel Certificates Should Not be Used as Opportunities for Unreasonable Request

By Fern F. MusselwhiteA request for an estoppel certificate can illustrate the tension that exists between a landlord and tenant. An estoppel certificate contains a certification as to specific facts. So, for example, when a landlord…
Apr 19
Loan Participation Agreement

Loan Participation Agreement

By Oscar R. RiveraWe are sometimes engaged to close loans on behalf of entities providing financing for individuals or projects. Often, there are a number of parties participating in the loans. In other words, different parties are pooling…

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Real Property & Environmental Law…

Real Property & Environmental Law Alert

Covers transactional real estate, development/redevelopment, and environmental law. By Gibbons.

http://www.rpelawalert.com/

May 20
"From Ink to Occupancy" Real Estate Program at Gibbons P.C. Armed Attendees with Fundamentals & Information on the Latest Trend

"From Ink to Occupancy" Real Estate Program at Gibbons P.C. Armed Attendees with Fundamentals & Information on the Latest Trend

“From Ink to Occupancy, A Game Plan for a Successful Real Estate Project,” the latest installation of the Gibbons Women’s Initiative Seminar Series, was held earlier last week and attracted a great crowd, including real…
May 13
New York State Comptroller Sets Forth Options for Revitalizing State's Brownfield Cleanup Program

New York State Comptroller Sets Forth Options for Revitalizing State's Brownfield Cleanup Program

Late last month, New York State's Comptroller, Thomas P. DiNapoli, issued a report reviewing options for modifying the way the state incentivizes and administers cleanups of its thousands of remaining brownfield sites. The Report…
May 8
In Clean Water Act Case, Three Justices Invite Future Challenge to Rule of Deference to Agencies in Interpretation of Their Own Regulation

In Clean Water Act Case, Three Justices Invite Future Challenge to Rule of Deference to Agencies in Interpretation of Their Own Regulation

A victory in the Supreme Court is generally welcome news for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). But, the Court’s decision last month in a Clean Water Act case may foreshadow a sweeping change in administrative law that…

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Ohio Real Estate Blog

Covers broker and realtor issues, construction and development, landords and tenants, and real estate taxation. By Kohrman Jackson & Krantz.

http://ohiorealestateblog.blogspot.com/

May 19
Are Mortgage Servicers “Suppliers” of “Consumer Transactions” pursuant to the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act (Part II)?

Are Mortgage Servicers “Suppliers” of “Consumer Transactions” pursuant to the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act (Part II)?

On May 14, 2013, the Ohio Supreme Court in Anderson v. Barclay’s Real Estate, Inc., Slip Opinion No. 2013-Ohio-1933 answered the above question posed to it by the Federal District Court for the Northern District of Ohio by holding that…
May 13
General Provisions in Contracts: "Miscellaneous" does not mean "Unimportant"

General Provisions in Contracts: "Miscellaneous" does not mean "Unimportant"

Towards the end of every contractual agreement, including real estate purchase agreements and leases, are certain provisions that often come under the heading of “Miscellaneous” or “General Provisions” and are…
May 5
Types of Commercial Leases-What’s in a Name?

Types of Commercial Leases-What’s in a Name?

There are as many types of commercial leases as there are creative lawyers to draft them. Most types of leases are defined either by the kind of property involved (industrial, retail, office), or by how the rent is calculated and who pays…

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Sacramento Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers commercial leasing and creditor's rights. By the Law Office of Kristina M. Reed.

http://www.sacramentorealestatelawyerblog.com/

May 19
The Type of Contract You Have Dictates Your Option

The Type of Contract You Have Dictates Your Option

Real estate contracts generally fall into one if two categories. They are usually either land contracts or service contracts. This can be important if you need to go to court over a contract because the type of contract you have can limit the…
May 13
Not All Contract Cancellations are Breaches of Contract

Not All Contract Cancellations are Breaches of Contract

A real estate contract is like any other contract and only binds those who agree to it. When a party to an agreement does act as required under the agreement, the other party, or parties, usually have a few ways to deal with the breach of…
May 5
Are You Working with the Right People?

Are You Working with the Right People?

Real estate agreements are are like any other contract. However, it is one of the few types of contracts that are required to be in writing. Because of this, any oral agreements or modifications that have anything to do with real estate can…

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Ruminations

Covers concepts and misconceptions in the practice of retail real estate law. By Meislik & Meislik.

http://www.retailrealestatelaw.com/

May 19
A Pig In A Poke And Other Lease Negotiation Sad Tales Of Woe

A Pig In A Poke And Other Lease Negotiation Sad Tales Of Woe

Have you ever bought a $300,000 house solely based on reading a classified ad? What about doing a $3,000,000 lease (30 years, including options, at $100,000 a year) without ever seeing the property or at least taking a good “look”…
May 12
What Would Rent Insurance Be If There Were Such A Thing?

What Would Rent Insurance Be If There Were Such A Thing?

So, the lease requires the tenant to carry a policy of “rent insurance” or requires the landlord to carry a policy of “rent insurance” or, worse, requires both of them to do so. What does that policy say and how does…
May 5
Oldies Are Not Necessarily Goodies, Especially When You Find Such Terms In Your Leases And Other Contract

Oldies Are Not Necessarily Goodies, Especially When You Find Such Terms In Your Leases And Other Contract

We wanted to address “Rent Insurance” today, but got somewhat distracted when we started out by writing “there really isn’t something called ‘Rent Insurance,’ even if lease writers insist otherwise.”…

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RESPA Lawyer Blog

Covers the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). By Sterbcow Law Group LLC.

http://www.respalawyer.com/

May 17
CFPB RESPA ENFORCEMENT ACTION ALERT

CFPB RESPA ENFORCEMENT ACTION ALERT

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau "CFPB" ordered a Texas homebuilder, Paul Taylor, to pay $118,194.20 he received in kickbacks for referring mortgage origination business to Benchmark Bank and to Willow Bend Mortgage Company in…
Apr 12
RESPA CONFERENCE: MARX STERBCOW TO PRESENT AT NATIONAL SETTLEMENT SERVICES SUMMIT IN CLEVELAND, OHIO

RESPA CONFERENCE: MARX STERBCOW TO PRESENT AT NATIONAL SETTLEMENT SERVICES SUMMIT IN CLEVELAND, OHIO

Attorney Marx Sterbcowof the Sterbcow Law Group will lead a panel presentation along with Attorney Jeff Arouh of McLaughlin & Stern at the October Research Corporation's National Settlement Services Summit being held at the Marriott at…
Mar 12
MARX STERBCOW AND CHARLES CAIN TO PRESENT AT RESPA News' RESPA WEBINAR SERIES ON MAY 18, 2013

MARX STERBCOW AND CHARLES CAIN TO PRESENT AT RESPA News' RESPA WEBINAR SERIES ON MAY 18, 2013

Marx Sterbcow, Managing Attorney at Sterbcow Law Group, and Charles Cain, Of Counsel to Sterbcow Law Group and Senior Vice President to WFG National Title Insurance Company, have been selected by RESPA News to co-present a webinar on the…

Rank this Week: 1935

Texas Attorney Blog

Texas Attorney Blog covers construction law, development, mechanic's liens, mortage lending, premises liability, real estate law & news, rural water utilities, and Texas Supreme Court Updates. By Texas Real Estate & Construction Lawyer Aimee Hess.

http://www.texasattorneyblog.com/

May 17
Pipeline Construction Financing Issue

Pipeline Construction Financing Issue

Oil and gas pipelines in Texas and throughout the country are needed to bring oil and gas to refiners and to markets, and result in cheaper fuel prices for consumers by lowering transportation costs. With the oil and gas industry…
May 10
Federal Court Vacates Main Component of EPA Biofuels Requirement

Federal Court Vacates Main Component of EPA Biofuels Requirement

In a significant win for reasonable and sensible energy regulation, the DC Circuit Court rejected the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2012 cellulosic biofuels projection. It is sad that this is what passes as a…
May 3
National Benefits of Oil & Gas Development in Texas and the U.S.

National Benefits of Oil & Gas Development in Texas and the U.S.

More advocates are spreading the message that the energy industry can help our county work though not only its energy needs but its budget shortfalls and economic problems as well. US Chamber of Commerce President Thomas J. Donohue noted in…

Rank this Week: 3356

Colorado Homeowners Association…

Colorado Homeowners Association Law Blog

Covers community associations, covenant enforcement, and governance. By Winzenburg Leff Purvis & Payne.

http://www.cohoalaw.com/

May 17
The Fair Housing Act - The More Things Change, The More They Stay the Same

The Fair Housing Act - The More Things Change, The More They Stay the Same

We’ve written many times about the Fair Housing Act and assistance animals, most recently on April 29, 2013. Little did I know then that, just four days previously the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development had issued…
May 10
Community Association "To Do" List: Post 2013 Legislative Session Edition

Community Association "To Do" List: Post 2013 Legislative Session Edition

The Colorado General Assembly concluded its 2013 session on Wednesday after approving several pieces of legislation that impact community associations. We have covered the legislation from start to finish and will continue to provide updates…
May 10
Withholding Records - We Can Do That, Right?

Withholding Records - We Can Do That, Right?

We all know that the Colorado legislature last year revised the records definitions and disclosure requirements under the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act ("CCIOA") (we do all know that, right?). Well, here is an example of what…

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HOA Law Blog

News, editorial comment and legal information of interest to California community associations and those that manage and service them. By Southern California HOA lawyers SwedelsonGottlieb

http://www.hoalawblog.com/

May 17
Don’t get Acclimated to Election by Acclamation

Don’t get Acclimated to Election by Acclamation

Blog post by Sandra Gottlieb, community association attorney and Senior Partner at SwedelsonGottlieb California community association attorneys, managers and others in the industry have differing opinions on how to properly and legally…
May 6
Harassment Of Transgender Homeowners and Condo Residents Is Discriminatory And Could Lead To Litigation

Harassment Of Transgender Homeowners and Condo Residents Is Discriminatory And Could Lead To Litigation

By David Swedelson, Condo Lawyer and HOA Attorney at SwedelsonGottlieb, Community Association Attorneys As we reported in November of 2011 (see here), California anti-discrimination law now recognizes a new definition of gender that…
May 6
Get A Satisfaction Of That Judgment

Get A Satisfaction Of That Judgment

By David Swedelson, Condo Lawyer and HOA Attorney; Senior Partner at SwedelsonGottlieb, Community Associations Attorney Sometimes owners sue their condo or homeowners association in small claims court. And sometimes they win and there is a…

Rank this Week: 1139

Buffalo NY Attorneys Blog

Covers New York elder law, estate law, and real estate legal issues. By Robert Friedman.

http://www.wny-lawyers.com/wordpress

May 17
National Senior Health & Fitness Day

National Senior Health & Fitness Day

National Senior Health & Fitness Day is being celebrated at a completely free fair on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 from 12-4 PM at the Akron-Newstead Senior Center, 5691 Cummings Road, Akron, NY. The goal of this health and fitness day is to…
May 8
NEW YORK LANDLORD NOT LIABLE FOR DOG BITE

NEW YORK LANDLORD NOT LIABLE FOR DOG BITE

Plaintiff sued the landlord and tenant for injuries that his son sustained when he was bitten by the tenant’s dog. In order to recover against a landlord for injuries caused by a tenant’s dog on a theory of strict liability, the…
Apr 23
ARE NY CONDO BOARD’S LIABLE FOR SECOND HAND SMOKE?

ARE NY CONDO BOARD’S LIABLE FOR SECOND HAND SMOKE?

Yes, a condominium board’s obligation to regulate second hand smoke is based on New York Real Property Law (RPL) section 339-v(b)(i) which requires all condominium bylaws to include such restrictions on and requirements respecting the…

Rank this Week: 1937

New York Real Estate Lawyers Blog

Covers foreclosures, co-ops, condos and mortgage modification. By the Law Offices of Weiss & Weiss.

http://www.newyorkrealestatelawyersblog.com/

May 17
Estate Planning is Still Required

Estate Planning is Still Required

Our readers who follow politics know that members of Congress have battled in recent years with respect to revisions to the tax law. Specifically, estate, gift, and income taxes have been subject to adjustments. The purpose of this blog…
May 10
Out-of-State Judgments and their Collection in New York State

Out-of-State Judgments and their Collection in New York State

Our firm is often asked to enter judgments on behalf of creditors. A judgment can be obtained in several ways. If a lawsuit is brought, and the defendant does not respond, a default judgment may be obtained. A case may also go to trial,…
May 3
Bundled Services For Real Estate Purchases- Do They Benefit Purchasers?

Bundled Services For Real Estate Purchases- Do They Benefit Purchasers?

Bundled services have commonly been offered to purchasers of real estate in New York. For example, a real estate broker, wishing to enhance an affiliated title insurance company, has a program that encourages attorneys to refer their title…

Rank this Week: 443

Massachusetts Land Use Monitor

Covers Massachusetts land use and real estate law, regulation and policy. By Rackemann, Sawyer & Brewster, P.C.

http://www.massachusettslandusemonitor.com/

May 17
ALERT: Near End Of Session, Mass. Legislators Pushing Complex Bill That Would Change Zoning And Land Use Law As We Know It

ALERT: Near End Of Session, Mass. Legislators Pushing Complex Bill That Would Change Zoning And Land Use Law As We Know It

A summary of what this bill would do is here. A few things jump right out: (1) the bill's title, "An Act Promoting the Planning and Development of Sustainable Communities," gives me the willies; (2) sayonara, ANR plans; (3)…
Apr 12
SJC Decision May Result In Haircut For Broker Who Misrepresented Zoning to Salon Owner

SJC Decision May Result In Haircut For Broker Who Misrepresented Zoning to Salon Owner

The Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) yesterday issued its decision in the closely-watched case of DeWolfe v. Hingham Centre, Ltd. The SJC has concluded that a broker can be liable for a written misrepresentation…
Mar 27
Spring Training for Real Estate Lawyer

Spring Training for Real Estate Lawyer

Educational opportunities abound this spring! Next Tuesday, April 2, 2013, at the Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) headquarters in Downtown Crossing, my current Rackemann colleague and fellow MLUM…

Rank this Week: 2989

California Eminent Domain Report

Covers condemnation, inverse condemnation, and regulatory takings in California. By Nossaman LLP.

http://www.californiaeminentdomainreport.com

May 16
Temporary Regulatory Takings Do Exist in California!

Temporary Regulatory Takings Do Exist in California!

Given the maze of procedural and substantive hurdles involved, property owners rarely succeed with regulatory takings claims. Even when owners do win, it is yet more uncommon for courts to award damages, instead allowing the public …
May 9
CTC Approves Nearly $1 Billion in Funding Local Transportation Project

CTC Approves Nearly $1 Billion in Funding Local Transportation Project

The California Transportation Commission (CTC) recently announced the award of $878 million to fund 114 transportation projects. Brian Kelly, the acting Secretary of Business, Transportation & Housing Agency, stated: This…
May 6
City of Imperial at an Impasse Over Transit Center

City of Imperial at an Impasse Over Transit Center

The City of Imperial has taken the first step in pursuing an eminent domain proceeding by adopting a resolution of necessity to acquire a vacant property for its Transit Center Project. As reported by the Imperial Valley…

Rank this Week: 1856

Hydraulic Fracking Blog

Covers the issues surrounding shale and hydraulic fracturing--commonly known as fracking. By Barclay Nicholson of Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.

http://fulbrightfrackingblog.blogspot.com/

May 16
BLM releases revised proposed rules on hydraulic fracturing

BLM releases revised proposed rules on hydraulic fracturing

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) oversees approximately 700 million subsurface acres of federal mineral estate and 56 million subsurface acres of tribal mineral estate across the United States. Currently, nearly 36 million acres of…
May 14
House reintroduces FRAC Act

House reintroduces FRAC Act

On May 9, 2013, the Fracturing Responsibility and Awareness of Chemicals Act of 2013 (the “FRAC Act”) was reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. The FRAC Act was first introduced to Congress in 2008. If passed, the…
May 13
Senate Committee to hold forum on shale development

Senate Committee to hold forum on shale development

The U.S. Senate Committee on Energy & Natural Resources will hold a Full Committee Forum on “Shale Development: Best Practices and Environmental Concerns” on May 23, 2013, beginning at 10 a.m. EDT. Witnesses will include…

Rank this Week: 181

HindmanSanchez Law Blog

Covers Colorado community association law. By HindmanSanchez.

http://www.hindmansanchez.com/blog

May 16
We're Sorry

We're Sorry

Over the last month, our blog has been somewhat unstable in that some posts were sent without content and some links within our blogs did not work. At HindmanSanchez, we pride ourselves on being a leader in the Community Association…
May 9
Upside Down Owners, Fear Not-You May Soon Be Right-Side Up

Upside Down Owners, Fear Not-You May Soon Be Right-Side Up

With the housing market in a slum for the last several years, many homeowners have not only lost equity in their homes, but have flipped their investments upside down! These homeowners ended up owing more on their mortgages then the…
May 8
HOA Bills Move to Governor

HOA Bills Move to Governor

As expected, with less than 24 hours left in the legislative session, the remainder of the HOA bills that were being debated all passed out of the legislature and moved on to the Governor and are all expected to be signed. The bills…

Rank this Week: 1527

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