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Andersen, Tate & Carr, P.C.

Focuses on advice for small businesses and community associations.

http://andersentatecarr.wordpress.com

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…
Apr 25
ATC’s Annual Kickin’ Cancer Cookout for Relay for Life!

ATC’s Annual Kickin’ Cancer Cookout for Relay for Life!

Join us today, April 25th, 2013 for our annual “Kickin’ Cancer Cookout“ to raise funds for the Gwinnett County Relay for Life! the cookout will be at One Sugarloaf Centre 1960 Satellite Blvd. Duluth, Georgia 30097 from…

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K&L Gates Construction Law…

K&L Gates Construction Law Blog

A blog on legal issues, news, and regulations relating to the construction industry. Published by the Construction and Engineering Practice Group of K&L Gates.

http://www.klconstructionlawblog.com/

May 9
Determining the Scope of "Additional Insured" Coverage: Recent ISO CGL Insurance Form Revisions Merit Close Attention By Contracting Partie

Determining the Scope of "Additional Insured" Coverage: Recent ISO CGL Insurance Form Revisions Merit Close Attention By Contracting Partie

By Roberta D. Anderson, K&L Gates, Pittsburgh It is common among parties to sophisticated construction projects, service agreements, leases, and many other types of projects and transactions, to assess the risks associated…
Apr 23
Supreme Court of Minnesota Upholds Denial of Coverage to Additional Insured in the Absence of Vicarious Liability

Supreme Court of Minnesota Upholds Denial of Coverage to Additional Insured in the Absence of Vicarious Liability

By Andrew R. Stanton, Frederic J. Giordano, David R. Osipovich Introduction Construction contractors and subcontractors, as well as commercial policyholders generally, will wish to take note of a recent Supreme Court of Minnesota decision…
Apr 15
Welcome to the 22nd Edition of K&L Gates' Arbitration World

Welcome to the 22nd Edition of K&L Gates' Arbitration World

Welcome to the 22nd edition of Arbitration World, a publication from K&L Gates' International Arbitration Group that highlights significant developments and issues in international and domestic arbitration for executives and in-house…

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Northwest Condo & HOA Law Blog

Covers issues around condominium ownership, homeowners associations, and construction defects. By Barker Martin.

http://www.condo-hoalawblog.com/

May 9
FHA Certification: Why Do We Need It?

FHA Certification: Why Do We Need It?

These days more and more people are relying on FHA-insured loans to purchase homes. “FHA insured loans” are simply loans provided by FHA-approved lenders and backed by Federal Housing Administration mortgage…
May 2
Board Members Beware Your Emails Probably Constitute An Association Record

Board Members Beware Your Emails Probably Constitute An Association Record

Email is an incredibly useful tool for board members given everyone’s busy schedule and the number of issues that arise between board meetings. But, like many tools, email can be a dangerous thing if used…
Apr 25
What Did the Lawyer Say?

What Did the Lawyer Say?

In last week’s article, Dan discussed the use of the executive session during board meetings to conduct privileged conversations. As an extension of this topic, we are often asked to consult on how the attorney-client privilege impacts…

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Chicago Law Source

Features articles on real estate litigation and legal representation. By Alisa Levin.

http://chicagolawsource.blogspot.com/

May 9
Forced to Accept Section 8? What? One Real Estate Lawyer's Finger to the Local Government

Forced to Accept Section 8? What? One Real Estate Lawyer's Finger to the Local Government

Hello Followers! News just in to me.... I heard today that the Cook County (Illinois) Human Rights Ordinance is possibly going to be amended to force property owners to accept Section 8 Tenants, citing long-standing issues and the fight…
May 8
2013 LANDLORD TENANT SEMINAR by LEVIN LAW LTD.

2013 LANDLORD TENANT SEMINAR by LEVIN LAW LTD.

Hello All in the Blogosphere! We are just sending out a quick announcement that for Landlords, Tenants and anyone interested in real estate, there will be a FREE LANDLORD SEMINAR sponsored by NTN Online (a fantastic tenant screening…
Apr 14
You Want to Quit Claim What? How Being a…

You Want to Quit Claim What? How Being a Quitter can Hurt... Hi All in the Blogosphere! Good to be with you. As some of you may know, I am a once-a-week law professor at DePaul University College of Law, where as an adjunct, I teach…

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Campanella Law Blog

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

http://campanellalawfirm.com/blog/

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 →
Apr 22
“OPERATION HANG UP” IN EFFECT!

“OPERATION HANG UP” IN EFFECT!

By now I think it’s pretty safe to say that we should all know this fact, but texting and driving and/or talking and driving are becoming ever increasingly more significant factors in not only car accidents across New York State,…

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Florida HOA Lawyer Blog

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

http://www.floridahoalawyerblog.com/

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…
Apr 29
House Bill 1339 Would Enable Foreclosing Lenders to Avoid Paying Their Fair Share to Community Association

House Bill 1339 Would Enable Foreclosing Lenders to Avoid Paying Their Fair Share to Community Association

By Laura Manning-HudsonOur other community association attorneys and I have been keeping a watchful eye on the bills impacting condominium associations and HOAs that have been proposed for the current legislative session in Tallahassee. Of…

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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 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…
May 1
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Affirms the Dunham Rule and Restores Certainty to Oil and Gas Law

Pennsylvania Supreme Court Affirms the Dunham Rule and Restores Certainty to Oil and Gas Law

Last August, we reported that a Pennsylvania Superior Court decision (Butler v. Charles Powers Estate) threatened to undermine nearly 200 years of mineral-rights law in Pennsylvania by rejecting the “Dunham Rule” – a legal…

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An Eminent Domain Blog

Covers condemnation, property rights issues, and the law and process of eminent domain. By Biersdorf & Associates.

http://www.condemnation-law.com/blog

May 8
Merced – Fresno High Speed Rail Project, California

Merced – Fresno High Speed Rail Project, California

The Project The California High-Speed Rail Authority proposes to construct, operate, and maintain an electric-powered high-speed train system in California. When completed, the High Speed Rail System would connect the major metropolitan areas…
May 6
Monroe Bypass Project-Updated Project Schedule

Monroe Bypass Project-Updated Project Schedule

The North Carolina Department of Transportation issued an update for the highly controversial Monroe Bypass project. Not surprisingly, the schedule of the project has been delayed due to a legal challenge. The Monroe Bypass (Also known as the…
Apr 23
Highest and best use and zoning changes in eminent domain case

Highest and best use and zoning changes in eminent domain case

Typically in eminent domain cases, the court system seeks to achieve just compensation through the remedy of damages. It’s important for both property owners and attorneys to recognize the types of eminent domain damages that may or may…

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Hawaii Land Use Law & Policy

Commentary and insight on the complex, multifaceted area of land use in Hawaii. By Jesse Souki.

http://hilanduse.blogspot.com/

May 7
Hawaii Supreme Court Awards Appellate Attorney's Fees under Private Attorney General Doctrine

Hawaii Supreme Court Awards Appellate Attorney's Fees under Private Attorney General Doctrine

On May 3, 2013, the Hawaii Supreme Court issued an opinion awarding appellate attorney's fees and costs against the City & County of Honolulu in the amount of $41,192.00 in attorney's fees and $343.00 in costs in Kaleikini v.…
May 2
Intermediate Court of Appeals Creates Public Trust Evaluation Criteria for All Boards and Commission

Intermediate Court of Appeals Creates Public Trust Evaluation Criteria for All Boards and Commission

In Kauai Springs v. Planning Commission of the County of Kauai, Hawaii's Intermediate Court of Appeals ("ICA") addressed the question of whether "the Planning Commission had public trust obligations to review Kauai Springs' use of…
Mar 9
Basic Checklist for Crafting Policy

Basic Checklist for Crafting Policy

When confronted with complex processes, like environmental and land use policies and related implementation regulations, a common reaction is out with the old, in with the new. Change can be good, but a measured, comprehensive approach is…

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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 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…
Apr 11
Fifth DCA Decision Reminds Developers to Use Declaration Amendment Rights in Reasonable Manner

Fifth DCA Decision Reminds Developers to Use Declaration Amendment Rights in Reasonable Manner

By Fern F. MusselwhiteA Florida court recently reminded developers that even if they reserve rights to amend a declaration, they must exercise these rights in a reasonable manner or reserve rights with specificity in the original document. In…

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Tarley Robinson Legal Nuggets

Covers legal issues facing small businesses and common interest communities (known popularly as HOAs).

http://blog.tarleyrobinson.com/

May 7
2013 Legislative Update for Virginia HOA

2013 Legislative Update for Virginia HOA

The Virginia Legislative Action Committee (“LAC”) had a busy 2013 legislative session. This is my third year on the LAC and each year brings new challenges. Our mission is to monitor and influence legislation affecting community…
Apr 30
Virginia HOAs and Olde Belhaven – Guest Post on Construction Law Musing

Virginia HOAs and Olde Belhaven – Guest Post on Construction Law Musing

We see many news articles about a big, bad homeowners’ association interfering with Harry Homeowner’s “right” to live peacefully in his neighborhood. Whether it is demanding the removal of a flag pole that is too tall…
Apr 23
What can an HOA Board do if members question whether the President acted properly?

What can an HOA Board do if members question whether the President acted properly?

I also would suggest that the board seek education opportunities provided by CAI or by your HOA attorney to include discussion of fiduciary duty, board member responsibilities, the business judgment rule, and conflicts of interest.The post…

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Tristan Pettit's Landlord-Tenant…

Tristan Pettit's Landlord-Tenant Law Blog

Discusses various aspects of landlord-tenant law and comments on various court decisions within the areas of real estate and property law.

http://petriestocking.com/blog

May 6
AASEW Meeting: Financing Real Estate In Today’s Market —- May 20, 2013

AASEW Meeting: Financing Real Estate In Today’s Market —- May 20, 2013

Please join me at the AASEW‘s next monthly membership meeting where we will discuss Financing Real Estate in Today’s Market. When: Monday May 20th, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Where: The Best Western, 1005 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield 53005…
Apr 30
HUD Issues Notice on Assistance Animals and Reasonable Accomodations For Persons with Disabilitie

HUD Issues Notice on Assistance Animals and Reasonable Accomodations For Persons with Disabilitie

Today the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a notice on assistance animals and reasonable accomodations for persons with disabilities. Not to long ago I wrote a post that dealt with this subject. …
Apr 25
Top 10 Pitfalls That Landlords Should Avoid

Top 10 Pitfalls That Landlords Should Avoid

Those of you that missed the last AASEW membership meeting on Monday, April 15, 2013, missed a great meeting and a great presentation. The featured presenter was John “Dr. Rent” Fischer, a Wausau-area landlord and rental…

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Virginia Condominium &…

Virginia Condominium & Homeowners Association Lawyer

Covers legal issues relating to condominium ownership and homeowners associations. Published by Inman & Strickler, PLC.

http://www.vahoalaw.com/

May 6
Nonstock Corporation Act

Nonstock Corporation Act

We are all familiar with the Condominium Act and the Property Owners Association Act but how often do we think about the Nonstock Corporation Act? Most of our Associations were formed as nonstock corporations so when we are looking at...
Apr 3
BEFORE YOU BUY...DO YOUR "DUE DILIGENCE"

BEFORE YOU BUY...DO YOUR "DUE DILIGENCE"

Q. I am getting ready to retire and I am considering buying a condominium unit and have looked at several older complexes and some that are brand new. Are there any tips you can give me on what to look...
Apr 3
PRESS RELEASE

PRESS RELEASE

Jeanne S. Lauer, a principal of the law firm of INMAN & STRICKLER, PLC, has been named the 2012 Distinguished Service Award recipient by the Southeastern Virginia Chapter of the Community Associations Institute. (SEVA CAI) The Award…

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Boston, MA Divorce and Law Blog

Covers Massachusetts law in the areas of family law, real estate, litigation, and other legal issues. By Alan Pransky.

http://massfamilylawblog.blogspot.com/

May 4
Now that we are divorced, stay away from my Facebook Friends!

Now that we are divorced, stay away from my Facebook Friends!

Husbands and wives share many aspects of their lives. It is not unusual for them to share their Facebook friends and other social media contacts. The practice of looking at someone's friends or contacts and trying to convert them into your…
Apr 21
What will the Court do a divorce when I prove that my spouse cheated?

What will the Court do a divorce when I prove that my spouse cheated?

Discovering that your spouse has been unfaithful can be an emotional disaster. To many people, this is a wrong that can never be corrected. It can destroy a marriage. People expect that infidelity will be punished by a Judge in a divorce…
Apr 13
How to prepare for a divorce.

How to prepare for a divorce.

Some people make the decision to divorce in an instant. Others find the decision to divorce is a long process that percolates over time. If you are a person who is thinking about divorce and moving towards ending your marriage, then the…

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New York Zoning and Municipal Law…

New York Zoning and Municipal Law Blog

Covers adverse possession, environmental law, municipal law, zoning and land use. Published by Silverberg Zalantis.

http://blog.szlawfirm.net/

May 3
Municipalities May Ban Hydrofracking

Municipalities May Ban Hydrofracking

The Appellate Division ruled that the New York Environmental Conservation Law does not prevent a Town from enacting zoning that prohibits hydrofracking.
Apr 3
Racing Pigeons Are Not Customary Household Pet

Racing Pigeons Are Not Customary Household Pet

The Appellate Division ruled that a zoning board correctly interpreted the zoning code when it held that keeping 40 racing pigeons was not what was intended in a zoning code that permits "customary household pets" as accessory to a…
Feb 20
Court of Appeals Reaffirms Zoning Relates to Use Not the User

Court of Appeals Reaffirms Zoning Relates to Use Not the User

The New York Court of Appeals reaffirmed the basic principle of zoning, that zoning relates to the use of land "not the identity of the user."

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Northern Virginia Lawyer

Commentary and insight on Virginia law and procedure.

http://northernvirginialawyer.blogspot.com/

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…
Jan 23
Virginia Can Engage in Mid-cycle Redistricting

Virginia Can Engage in Mid-cycle Redistricting

Monday's redrawing of Virginia Senate Districts was likely Constitutional.On Monday, Virginia Senate Republicans redrewVirginia's state senate districts utilizing their bare majority due to the absence of Senator Henry Marsh who was a couple…

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Real Estate and Construction Law…

Real Estate and Construction Law Blog

Up-to-date information on real estate, construction, environmental, and land use law. Published by Sheppard Mullin.

http://www.realestatelanduseandenvironmentallaw.com/

May 1
California Commercial Building Owners Must Comply With New Energy Use Disclosure Rules Commencing July 1, 2013

California Commercial Building Owners Must Comply With New Energy Use Disclosure Rules Commencing July 1, 2013

What you need to know: The long-awaited energy use disclosure requirements, first enacted as AB 1103 (Saldana) in 2007 (codified as California Public Resources Code, §25402.10), are finally effective. Commencing July 1, 2013, owners of…
Apr 29
Can California Cap and Trade if Brussels Stumbles?

Can California Cap and Trade if Brussels Stumbles?

By Jeffrey Rector Last week, the European Parliament rejected a proposal to reduce the quantity of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions allowances in order to fix a supply-demand imbalance in the European Union Emissions Trading System (EU…
Apr 22
No Relief Under CCP Section 473 For Missed Filing Deadline In CEQA Challenge

No Relief Under CCP Section 473 For Missed Filing Deadline In CEQA Challenge

By Daniel Bane Alliance for the Protection of the Auburn Community Environment, et al. v. County of Placer, SCV0028200 (3rd Dist., February 18, 2013) In Alliance for the Protection of the Auburn Community Environment v. County of…

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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/

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…
Mar 28
Local Educator Rebecca Osman Helps People Improve Communication Skill

Local Educator Rebecca Osman Helps People Improve Communication Skill

All the world's a stage, and we all want to perform well when it's our time in the spotlight. To that end, I recently attended an excellent series of workshops presented by local educator Rebecca Osman. Ms. Osman runs a business named…

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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/

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…
Apr 8
Another reason to move your financial accounts to Florida

Another reason to move your financial accounts to Florida

I’ve suggested in the past, if you move to Florida from out of state, you should move bank accounts, investment accounts, retirement accounts to a Florida institution, or at least to a Florida Branch of a national institution. By doing…

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Endangered Species and Wetlands…

Endangered Species and Wetlands Report

Covers the Endangered Species Act, wetlands and takings law. By Steve Davies.

http://www.eswr.com/

Apr 30
Audio posted of teleconference on USGS’s Bakken Formation report

Audio posted of teleconference on USGS’s Bakken Formation report

Audio file (If file doesn’t begin playing immediately, right-click to download it and then listen) A copy of the press release is pasted below. USGS Releases New Oil and Gas Assessment for Bakken and Three Forks Formations Finds…
Apr 30
New scientific reports: NAS examines effect of pesticides on endangered species, USGS looks at Bakken Formation

New scientific reports: NAS examines effect of pesticides on endangered species, USGS looks at Bakken Formation

Press release from National Research Council: Federal Agencies Should Use a Common Approach to Evaluate Risks That Pesticides Pose to Endangered and Threatened Species WASHINGTON — When determining the potential effects pesticides…
Apr 25
W.Va. congressional delegation blasts D.C. Circuit decision

W.Va. congressional delegation blasts D.C. Circuit decision

“W.Va. members of Congress promise action against EPA” is the headline in the West Virginia Record, whose article noted that 80 percent of the state’s congressional delegation had posted press releases criticizing the D.C.…

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Eminent Domain Blog

Covers condemnation and real estate law. By David B. Snyder of Fox Rothschild, LLP.

http://eminentdomain.foxrothschild.com/

Apr 29
Georgia Adopts Rules for Evaluation Appraisal

Georgia Adopts Rules for Evaluation Appraisal

The Georgia Real Estate Appraisers Board recently adopted its final regulations regarding standards for developing and reporting an “evaluation appraisal.” The regulations state that, where permitted by federal law and policies, a…
Apr 29
42 Appraisal Firms Form Valbridge Property Advisor

42 Appraisal Firms Form Valbridge Property Advisor

Forty-two U.S. appraisal firms announced March 18 that they now are operating as Valbridge Property Advisors. The new firm is comprised of independent, local-market valuation firms with each office run by the local practice leader who must…
Apr 28
PA Considering Bill Expanding Brokers Ability To Provide Comparative Market Analysi

PA Considering Bill Expanding Brokers Ability To Provide Comparative Market Analysi

Legislation was introduced in the Pennsylvania General Assembly to expand the ability of real estate sales professionals to provide Broker Price Opinions and Comparative Market Analyses outside of the real estate brokerage context. This…

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Tax Assessment & Condemnation…

Tax Assessment & Condemnation Report

Covers tax assessments, eminent domain, school districts and valuation. By Bond, Schoeneck & King, PLLC.

http://www.taxassessmentcondemnation.com/

Apr 28
If it generates power, it’s taxable! More from RCN and the City of NY

If it generates power, it’s taxable! More from RCN and the City of NY

Rebecca M. SpenoNew York County has given us another case to help us though the morass of what is – and what ain’t - taxable real property under the Real Property Tax Law. On March 12, 2013, New York County…
Apr 14
Update: NYSUT Makes Good On Litigation Threat

Update: NYSUT Makes Good On Litigation Threat

Rebecca M. SpenoOn February 19th, 2013, the New York State Teacher’s Union (NYSUT) made good on its threat to challenge Cuomo’s property tax cap on schools by commencing an action in Supreme Court. The lawsuit,…
Apr 3
NYS 2013-14 Budget’s STAR Registration Program

NYS 2013-14 Budget’s STAR Registration Program

Kristy Brightman FrameOver the past few days, there have been numerous news articles informing New York State property owners that they have to re-register for their STAR tax exemption. To set things straight – there is nothing you…

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California Land Use Blog

Covers land use law for developers, owners and businesses. By Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP.

http://landuselaw.jmbm.com/

Apr 25
CEQA Claimants Be Warned: New California Court of Appeal Opinion Holds That CEQA Filing Deadlines are Mandatory and Not Subject to Extension for Good Cause

CEQA Claimants Be Warned: New California Court of Appeal Opinion Holds That CEQA Filing Deadlines are Mandatory and Not Subject to Extension for Good Cause

By Matthew Hinks Statues of limitations issues frequently loom large in litigation under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") and can confound litigants and their counsel. Depending on the challenge being made and the context…
Mar 22
Endangered Species Act to Trump Mining Claims: Supreme Court Lets Stand Ninth Circuit Ruling in Karuk Tribe of California v. U.S. Forest Service

Endangered Species Act to Trump Mining Claims: Supreme Court Lets Stand Ninth Circuit Ruling in Karuk Tribe of California v. U.S. Forest Service

By Scott Castro On March 19, 2013, U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal of the ruling in Karuk Tribe of California v. U.S. Forest Service, a Ninth Circuit en banc decision broadly construing the scope of the Endangered Species Act…
Mar 14
JMBM 2013 California Real Estate Survey finds opportunities moving from distressed properties to more normalized real estate

JMBM 2013 California Real Estate Survey finds opportunities moving from distressed properties to more normalized real estate

To review the statistical results of the survey, click here. JMBM's Real Estate Group recently polled nearly 200 California real estate professionals, gathering their views about the California real estate market and their expectations for…

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The Energy Law Blog

Covers oil and gas exploration, development, and marketing on the Gulf Coast. Published by Liskow and Lewis.

http://www.theenergylawblog.com/

Apr 22
EPA Grants Reconsideration of Certain Oil and Gas Storage Tank NSPS Provisions Issued in August 2012

EPA Grants Reconsideration of Certain Oil and Gas Storage Tank NSPS Provisions Issued in August 2012

By Stephen W. Wiegand On August 16, 2012, EPA issued new source performance standards (NSPSs) for the oil and gas sector. The standards applied to various sources including storage tanks used in crude oil and natural gas production. On April…
Mar 7
OCS Operators Need to Consider EPCRA Reporting in their Release Reporting Plan

OCS Operators Need to Consider EPCRA Reporting in their Release Reporting Plan

By Robert E. Holden The recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in Center for Biological Diversity, Inc. v. BP America Production Co., et al, no. 12-30136 (5th Cir. Jan. 9, 2013) (“CBD”), reversed…
Jan 10
Air Permitting Update: EPA Ignores Summit Outside Sixth Circuit

Air Permitting Update: EPA Ignores Summit Outside Sixth Circuit

By Lesley Foxhall Pietras On December 21, 2012, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a policy announcement addressing how it will deal with source aggregation following the Sixth Circuit’s decision in Summit Petroleum Corp.…

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The Law firm of Vaughn & Weber,…

The Law firm of Vaughn & Weber, PLLC

Covers bankruptcy, family law, foreclosure, and real estate law in New York.

http://vaughnweberlaw.com

Apr 21
Public Safety Exception to Miranda Warning

Public Safety Exception to Miranda Warning

Miranda Warnings and the Public Safety Exception* MIRANDA WARNINGS When Miranda Warnings must be given: 1. Miranda Warnings must be given prior to any questioning if you have Custodial Interrogation by Authorities (CIA)**: Custody…
Apr 18
No Documentation Loan Modification

No Documentation Loan Modification

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to offer No Documentation Loan Modification Program The Program Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will offer a simplified loan modification process. Beginning July 01, 2013, servicers will be required to offer borrowers…
Apr 18
Joint Bank Account

Joint Bank Account

Are Joint Bank Accounts Good or Bad? It depends! Estate Planning Joint bank accounts can be good from an estate planning perspective. Upon the death of one of the joint owners, the funds in the account automatically pass to the surviving…

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Phoenix Real Estate Lawyers Blog

Covers landlord/tenant law, foreclosures, and short sales. By Platt & Westby, P.C.

http://www.phoenixrealestatelawyersblog.com/

Apr 18
BANK OF AMERICA AGREES TO PAY $335 MILLION TO SETTLE DISCRIMINATION LAWSUIT

BANK OF AMERICA AGREES TO PAY $335 MILLION TO SETTLE DISCRIMINATION LAWSUIT

Bank of America recently agreed to pay $335 million to resolve allegations that its Countrywide unit engaged in a widespread pattern of discrimination against qualified African-American and Hispanic borrowers on home loans. The lawsuit was…
Apr 12
NOTICE OF CLAIM REQUIRED WHEN SUING A PUBLIC ENTITY IN ARIZONA

NOTICE OF CLAIM REQUIRED WHEN SUING A PUBLIC ENTITY IN ARIZONA

In Arizona, a person is required to bring a notice of claim prior to filing a lawsuit against a public entity or employee. The requirements concerning the notice of claim are set forth in Arizona Revised Statutes Section 12-821.01. The…
Apr 3
Are Attorney's Needed For Arizona Real Estate Deals?

Are Attorney's Needed For Arizona Real Estate Deals?

Those of us from "back East" are accustomed to having lawyers assist with any real estate transaction. But things are different in Arizona. Buyers and Sellers are told that it is not necessary to hire an attorney. It is urged that…

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Condo Development Blog

Provides commentary to real estate developers, builders, and land use planners. By Robson Carpenter LLP.

http://www.rcllp.ca/condo/

Apr 18
Board Members Behaving Badly Results in Personal Liability

Board Members Behaving Badly Results in Personal Liability

Part 2 of 2: Professionals’ Opinions Make the Difference Between Payment and Protection Post by: Khiam Nong In a recent post, we outlined the cases of two condominium boards of directors who were chastised quite thoroughly by judges of…
Apr 3
Board Members Behaving Badly Results in Personal Liability

Board Members Behaving Badly Results in Personal Liability

Part 1 of 2 Post by: Khiam Nong Recent decisions of the Ontario Superior Court of Justice demonstrate that members of Boards of Directors of condominium corporations who do not carry out their duties in a good faith manner risk ……
Mar 11
HST REBATES ON NEW HOUSING (INCLUDING REBATES FOR RENTALS)

HST REBATES ON NEW HOUSING (INCLUDING REBATES FOR RENTALS)

Post by: Khiam Nong Builders who sell new or substantially renovated housing need to be aware of the HST New Housing Rebate (“NHR”). The NHR can be assigned to a builder from home purchasers (“Purchasers”) on the…

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Florida Association Law Blog

Covers condo and HOA law. By Daniel Wasserstein.

http://floridaassociationlawblog.com/

Apr 17
Association Assessments: Caveat Emptor? Not Anymore!

Association Assessments: Caveat Emptor? Not Anymore!

One of the longest standing duties of Florida condominium and homeowners associations has been pursuance of delinquent assessments through the lien and foreclosure process. With the downturn in the economy, the remedy of foreclosure has…
Feb 11
Going Green to Save Some Green – Installing Solar Panels to Reduce Energy Cost

Going Green to Save Some Green – Installing Solar Panels to Reduce Energy Cost

When it comes to aesthetics, associations in Florida generally try to maintain the uniformity of the community by making sure owners are staying consistent with the original design. Minor alterations, modifications or additions…
Nov 26
Pipe Burst – Who’s Responsible?

Pipe Burst – Who’s Responsible?

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Special Assets Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy, foreclosure, loan workouts and receiverships. By Richard A. Rogan.

http://www.specialassetslawyer.com/

Apr 12
Dick Rogan to Speak at SAMA Conference

Dick Rogan to Speak at SAMA Conference

I will be a panelist discussing "Specialized Loan Workouts" at the upcoming 4th Annual Special Assets Management Association conference to be held next week at the Santa Barbara Biltmore Hotel. My fellow panelists are the highly capable…
Apr 5
Can a Plan of Reorganization Separately Classify a Claim That Is Personally Guaranteed?

Can a Plan of Reorganization Separately Classify a Claim That Is Personally Guaranteed?

Recently, we've been seeing debtors try to confirm cram down plans of reorganization that are unfavorable to the secured creditor by "gerrymandering" the class of unsecured claims. The typical situation finds the secured creditor holding an…
Feb 12
Lenders: Beware of the Arizona "Two-Dollar Bankruptcy"

Lenders: Beware of the Arizona "Two-Dollar Bankruptcy"

Recently, my partner, Matt Kenefick, obtained a large judgment here in California against an Arizona resident. The desert rat refused to pay up voluntarily, hiding behind Arizona's unique and highly protective community property laws. The…

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Green Building Law

Covers legal issues related to green building and sustainable development. By Shari Shapiro.

http://www.greenbuildinglawblog.com/

Apr 10
Mind Your Administrative P's & Q's When Rejecting Energy Code Change

Mind Your Administrative P's & Q's When Rejecting Energy Code Change

The Court of Appeals of the State of New Mexico handed down a limited win for energy code advocates, holding that adopting changes to building codes that removed energy conservation provisions without any justification violated…
Mar 11
Pennsylvania Executes one of the First Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Bundling Transaction

Pennsylvania Executes one of the First Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Bundling Transaction

After long and diligent work, my own Commonwealth of Pennsylvania announced last week that it had successfully bundled 4,700 residential energy efficiency loans, and obtained $23 million in cash and $8.3 million in deferred payments, for a…
Mar 11
Pensylvania Executes one of the First Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Bundling Transaction

Pensylvania Executes one of the First Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Bundling Transaction

After long and diligent work, my own Commonwealth of Pennsylvania announced last week that it had successfully bundled 4,700 residential energy efficiency loans, and obtained $23 million in cash and $8.3 million in deferred payments, for a…

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Thoits Law Blog

Discusses important legal developments in the areas of business, employment, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, and estate planning. By Thoits, Love, Hershberger & McLean.

http://www.thoitslaw.com/blog/

Apr 8
You Really, Really Need a Shareholder Buy-Sell Agreement

You Really, Really Need a Shareholder Buy-Sell Agreement

...a relatively small investment of time spent on the fundamentals can yield significant dividends in the future – and help to avoid much distress. And, the first fundamental, particularly for founders who do not anticipate seeking venture…
Apr 8
Selling Restricted Stock of Private Companie

Selling Restricted Stock of Private Companie

Anyone who holds restricted stock of a non-public company, such as Twitter, Box, or Palantir among others, probably has discovered it is possible to find buyers for their stock by contacting Second Market or Shares Post or other…
Feb 22
California Pregnancy Disability Leave: Longer Than Four Months?

California Pregnancy Disability Leave: Longer Than Four Months?

The court stated that this was a "case of first impression" and posed the issue as "whether an employee who has exhausted all permissible leave available under the Pregnancy Disability Leave Law (PDLL)...may nevertheless state…

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Arizona Real Estate Disputes and…

Arizona Real Estate Disputes and Litigation

Covers Arizona real estate law and litigation topics, including fraud, misrepresentation, breach of contract, foreclosures, anti-deficiency statutes, lis pendens, agent's duties, and liquidated damages. By Berk & Moskowitz, P.C.

http://www.arizrealestatelaw.com/news/

Apr 4
Bankruptcy Law Preempts Arizona Law Deficiency Deadline

Bankruptcy Law Preempts Arizona Law Deficiency Deadline

How does bankruptcy law affect the 90 deadline to file a deficiency action after a trustee sale (non-judicial foreclosure) in Arizona? That was the question addressed in In re Rader. Under Section 33-814 of Arizona real estate statutes, in…
Oct 8
Arizona’s Anti-Deficiency Statute

Arizona’s Anti-Deficiency Statute

The Arizona Court of Appeals has decided several recent cases interpeting and applying Arizona’s anti-deficiency statutes. Watch this short video power point presentation to learn about Arizona’s Anti-Deficiency Statutes: What…
May 23
“Show the Note” Not Required for Trustee Sale

“Show the Note” Not Required for Trustee Sale

The Arizona Supreme Court has resolved a recurring question: does the trustee have to “show the promissory note” in order to be able to foreclose by non-judicial trustee sale. No, said the Supreme Court in its May 18, 2012 decision in…

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California Business Litigation…

California Business Litigation Attorney Blog

Covers business litigation, real estate, and equine law. By Adina T. Stern.

http://www.californiabusinesslitigationattorneyblog.com/

Apr 2
What Is The Standard Of Care For A Veterinary Pre-Purchase Examination?

What Is The Standard Of Care For A Veterinary Pre-Purchase Examination?

What is the standard of care for a veterinary pre-purchase examination? This question was asked recently in the March 2013 California case of Quigley v. McClellan. In that case the veterinarian who had been treating a horse since at least…
Feb 12
Mediation: What You Should Know

Mediation: What You Should Know

Civil mediation in California (as opposed to mediation in family law or other cases) is a type of alternative dispute resolution that helps parties try to resolve their cases without having to face the time and expense of trial. Although…
Jan 2
A New Year Brings New Laws to California In 2013

A New Year Brings New Laws to California In 2013

Practicing law in January is always challenging because with the New Year there are always changes in California law. This year is no exception. Governor Jerry Brown signed over 800 new laws that took effect in California on January 1,…

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Real Property & Development Review

Covers real estate, construction, and land use laws in the Pacific Northwest. By Davis Wright Tremaine, LLP.

http://www.dwtrealestatelawnw.com/

Apr 2
In Alaska, Oil and Gas Leases Convey Property Rights; Permits Do Not

In Alaska, Oil and Gas Leases Convey Property Rights; Permits Do Not

By Lisa Doehl The Supreme Court of Alaska held that the Alaska Constitution requires only one “best interest finding” that an oil or gas project is in the state’s best interest, although subsequent permitting decisions must…
Apr 1
Is Your Floating Home a “Vessel?”

Is Your Floating Home a “Vessel?”

Early this year, the United States Supreme Court decided a case that could have had far-reaching effects on local land use regulations affecting floating homes. However, the Court’s opinion in this case, Lozman v. City of Riviera…
Feb 28
Getting the Lead Out

Getting the Lead Out

As originally published in the Daily Journal of Commerce Lead’s adverse effects on people, particularly young children, have been reasonably well understood for decades. Children afflicted by lead poisoning can suffer permanent brain…

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New York Real Estate Lawyer Blog

Covers New York real estate insurance, regulation, and litigation. By Klose & Associates.

http://www.newyorkrealestatelawyerblog.com/

Apr 1
NYS STAR Exemption-- Calling ALL homeowners in New York

NYS STAR Exemption-- Calling ALL homeowners in New York

After various district attorneys around the state found that homeowners were cheating the system, the New York State Legislature is poised to make all home owners RE-REGISTER for the STAR exemption which can result in a reduction of school…
Feb 11
CHOCOLATE KISS COLORED CARPET…. BEAUTIFUL? YUMMY? or INFRINGING?

CHOCOLATE KISS COLORED CARPET…. BEAUTIFUL? YUMMY? or INFRINGING?

Shaw Industries Group, a leading carpet manufacturer recently sued The Hershey Company in Federal Court in Georgia for a declaratory judgment that its Chocolate Kiss colored carpet did not infringe Hershey's CHOCOLATE KISS trademark.…
Nov 18
Think Twice Before Posting an Online Review.

Think Twice Before Posting an Online Review.

It seems to be getting a little more risky to post negative online reviews. A Virginia Court recently ordered that certain negative online reviews of a home improvement contractor be removed from Yelp.com, pending a trial for defamation…

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Tennessee Real Estate Law

Covers Tennessee commercial and residential real estate law. By J. David Wicker.

http://tennrealestatelaw.com/

Mar 29
The Great Tennessee-Georgia Border War of 2013

The Great Tennessee-Georgia Border War of 2013

On March 25, 2013, Georgia senators passed House Resolution 4 (“HR 4”), a resolution which proposed settlement of the boundary dispute between the State of Georgia and the State of Tennessee. The resolution attempts to settle the…
Nov 19
Oral Modification to Construction Contract

Oral Modification to Construction Contract

Construction contracts typically contain provisions that explicitly require the parties to reduce all modifications to the contract into writing. These “additional work” provisions are written to prevent the enforceability of oral…
Oct 23
Tennessee’s Greenbelt Law as a tax shelter.

Tennessee’s Greenbelt Law as a tax shelter.

Pursuant to Tennessee’s Agricultural, Forest and Open Space Land Act of 1976, open land that exists near growing commercial and residential areas may be threatened by urban sprawl and the system of property taxation. This act has come to be…

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Hoboken Law Blog

Covers real estate and divorce law. Published by Hoboken, New Jersey Frank Marciano.

http://www.hobokenlawblog.com/

Mar 27
Train your Inner Dog with Good Karma Training

Train your Inner Dog with Good Karma Training

Just helped out a new business woman in Jersey City /Hoboken with a dog training business, Steph is great with Dogs and Roxy is already doing all sorts of polite things !!!!! The world needs good dogs, give Steph a try, especially…
Nov 24
Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

They say you learn new things everyday. Well as a long time Hoboken resident and Attorney I thought I knew about most things the City Government did. But there is always something new to learn and that is the wonderful…
Nov 24
Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

Hoboken311 City Government is Computer Cool and Super Useful

They say you learn new things everyday. Well as a long time Hoboken resident and Attorney I thought I knew about most things the City Government did. But there is always something new to learn and that is the wonderful and much needed…

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Florida Commercial News

Covers Florida real estate, construction, finance and land development. By Eckstein Schechter Law.

http://www.floridacommercialnews.com/

Mar 27
Diabetes Research Institute Introduces DRI TV: Regular Updates on DRI's Progre

Diabetes Research Institute Introduces DRI TV: Regular Updates on DRI's Progre
Mar 25
MBA Releases 2012 Rankings of Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Firms' Origination Volumes: News Release of the Week

MBA Releases 2012 Rankings of Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Firms' Origination Volumes: News Release of the Week

MBA Releases 2012 Rankings of Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Firms’ Origination Volumes Washington, DC (March 21, 2013) – Wells Fargo was the top commercial/multifamily mortgage originator in 2012, according to a set of…
Mar 20
Home Builders Look Forward to Getting Construction Loans for New Home Projects as New Bipartisan Bill Introduced in Congre

Home Builders Look Forward to Getting Construction Loans for New Home Projects as New Bipartisan Bill Introduced in Congre

A new bill is making its way through the House of Representatives right now that may meet with success up in Congress since it's a bipartisan effort: introduced yesterday, HR 1255 just may become law this year. (An identical version of this…

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Iowa Law Blog

Covers business, employment, trust & estates family, real estate, regulatory compliance and utility law. By Sullivan & Ward, PC.

http://www.iowa-lawblog.com/

Mar 19
Cyclist Obtains Settlement Despite Tort Immunity

Cyclist Obtains Settlement Despite Tort Immunity

The Cedar Rapids Gazette reported on a legal settlement reached between Bridgid Ruden, the City of Coralville, the State of Iowa, and Horsfield Construciton Company. Ms. Ruden had been riding her bicycle on a trail and lost control…
Feb 27
What is a Hostile Work Environment?

What is a Hostile Work Environment?

The term "hostile work environment" gets used frequently by employers and employees. It's used in a so many contexts that it seems to have lost true meaning. Hostile work environment allegations range from employees being…
Feb 25
Legislature Mulls Expansion of Small Claims Jurisdiction

Legislature Mulls Expansion of Small Claims Jurisdiction

Currently, if you wish to file a claim in Iowa Courts, the jurisdictional limit for small claims court is $5,000. That means if the total damages or value you seek is not greater than $5,000 your case is filed in small claims…

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Legal Update

Covers real estate law and business law. By Peter Moulinos.

http://www.moulinos.com/blog/

Mar 18
Yellowstone Injunction Maintains Status Quo by Daniel Bateman

Yellowstone Injunction Maintains Status Quo by Daniel Bateman

Weinberg Holdings LLC is a commercial tenant on 68 Second Avenue, New York, operating two bars and a delicatessen in the building since the mid 1990’s pursuant to a written commercial lease. On October 4, 2011 the landlord, Bar None,…
Mar 6
Purchaser of Mortgage Cannot Foreclose Peter Moulino

Purchaser of Mortgage Cannot Foreclose Peter Moulino

A recent decision by the Supreme Court of the State of New York, New York County, has ruled that a purchaser of a mortgage, which is already in default, cannot foreclose on that mortgage without personal knowledge of the default. In this…
Feb 14
Attorney General Will No Longer Decide Escrow Deposit Dispute

Attorney General Will No Longer Decide Escrow Deposit Dispute

Here is an article which appeared in The Real Deal discussing the decision by the New York State Attorney General not to adjudicate or determine disputes over the right to retain escrow deposits in real estate transactions between buyers and…

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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/

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…
Mar 8
Multifamily Housing Growth Expected to Continue in 2013

Multifamily Housing Growth Expected to Continue in 2013

After many slow years, home building is now steadily contributing to economic growth. An important factor has been the expansion of multifamily construction, such as apartment buildings and condominiums. Because of the housing crisis,…
Mar 6
Six Reasons Why Housing Inventory is Declining

Six Reasons Why Housing Inventory is Declining

Home sales have risen compared to the same month in the previous year for eighteen straight months. December home sales were close to thirteen percent above the levels of a year ago. For 2012, sales were up 9% to 4.65 million, which is the…

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Virginia Community Association Law…

Virginia Community Association Law Blog

Covers Virginia condominium and homeowner's Association law. By LeClair Ryan.

http://www.virginiacommunityassociationlaw.com/

Mar 13
Remember Who the Client Is When Meeting with an Attorney

Remember Who the Client Is When Meeting with an Attorney

When consulting with an attorney on behalf of a legal entity, such as a homeowners association or condominium unit owners association, or a developer that is a limited liability company or corporation, it is easy to lose track of who…
Jan 4
Is A Member Legally Allowed To Review Voting Records Relating To Elections For An HOA Board Of Directors?

Is A Member Legally Allowed To Review Voting Records Relating To Elections For An HOA Board Of Directors?

Recently, we had a reader ask whether a member of a homeowners association is legally permitted to review and inspect voting records relating to elections for the board of directors of the member's HOA. The short answer is that it depends on…
Oct 31
How Far Does an HOA President's Power Extend? Discussion Forum Follow-Up

How Far Does an HOA President's Power Extend? Discussion Forum Follow-Up

An HOAleader.com reader writes, "Our HOA board recently agreed [to] fire the landscape vendor because of poor service. At a regular meeting of the board this was discussed and agreed that [we] needed a new landscape service. The minutes read…

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Virginia Real Estate, Land Use…

Virginia Real Estate, Land Use & Construction Law

Covers Virginia real estate, land use, and construction law issues, such as green building and LEED. By Bean Kinney & Korman.

http://www.valanduseconstructionlaw.com/

Mar 10
Lien Rights of Lenders and Landlords - Part II

Lien Rights of Lenders and Landlords - Part II

In Part I of this blog post, we discussed the varied interests of the landlord and the tenant's lender in the tenant’s personal property located at the premises in the context of a commercial lease. Part II below will discuss…
Jan 29
Lien Rights of Lenders and Landlords - Part I

Lien Rights of Lenders and Landlords - Part I

Commercial real estate landlords and the lenders for their tenants have competing interests with respect to the tenant's personal property located at the demised premises. The landlord is looking to secure the tenant's rental…
Jul 12
Right to Self-Help in DC, MD and VA

Right to Self-Help in DC, MD and VA

Self-Help. Ok or Not?

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New York & New Jersey Consumer Law…

New York & New Jersey Consumer Law Blog

Covers landlord-tenant and consumer law. By the Major Law Firm.

http://www.nynjconsumerlaw.com

Mar 1
Jersey City Rent Control: Owner Occupancy Decontrol? The Rent Control Board Thinks Not.

Jersey City Rent Control: Owner Occupancy Decontrol? The Rent Control Board Thinks Not.

The Jersey City Rent Control Ordinance requires landlords to provide new tenants with specific information. At the start of each new tenancy a landlord must provide a tenant with a "rental statement" that informs of the tenant of "rent of the…
Feb 11
When Does the Clock Start? Rent Control Statute of Limitation v. Statute of Repose

When Does the Clock Start? Rent Control Statute of Limitation v. Statute of Repose

Northern New Jersey cities like Hoboken and Jersey City maintain sophisticated rent control ordinances. Rent control ordinances are designed to provide landlord's a "fair" return on investment while keeping urban housing rents affordable.…
Feb 1
NJ Rent Control & Consumer Fraud: Violations of Rent Control Laws Are Actionable As Consumer Fraud

NJ Rent Control & Consumer Fraud: Violations of Rent Control Laws Are Actionable As Consumer Fraud

Local rent control laws are an important part of maintaining an affordable housing supply in densely populated areas. Prior posts explained the basics of rent control and some nuances between cities. Generally, tenants who pay rent in excess…

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Anker Reed HSC's Blog

Covers business, real estate, estate planning, probate, trusts, wills, intellectual property and civil litigation.

http://ankerreedhsc.wordpress.com/

Feb 25
Is Your Agreement Worth the Paper it is Written On?

Is Your Agreement Worth the Paper it is Written On?

The California Supreme Court recently answered that question with a resounding “No”. In one of its early decisions in 2013, Riverisland Cold Storage vs. Fresno-Madera Production Credit Association, the Court rejected what had…
Jan 7
Introducing the New Law Firm Formation of Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP

Introducing the New Law Firm Formation of Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP

Larry S. Hymes and Douglas K. Schreiber are pleased to announce the formation of their new law firm, Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP to continue the Anker Reed HSC tradition of serving your legal needs.
Aug 15
Most Trusted Advisors 2nd Consecutive Nomination

Most Trusted Advisors 2nd Consecutive Nomination

Los Angeles Business Attorney Robert A. Cohen of Anker Reed HSC received a 2nd consecutive nomination to the San Fernando Valley’s Most Trusted Advisors Nomination.

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