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Law of the Land

A blog on land use law and Zoning by Albany Law School Associate Dean and Professor Patricia Salkin.

http://lawoftheland.wordpress.com/

Nov 19
6th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds City Did Not Violate Property Owner’s Constitutional Rights When Drafting and Ordinance to Keep Out Large Retailers Such as Wal-Mart

6th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds City Did Not Violate Property Owner’s Constitutional Rights When Drafting and Ordinance to Keep Out Large Retailers Such as Wal-Mart

This appeal concerns the legality of actions taken by the City of Frankenmuth to keep a Wal-Mart supercenter from being built on land owned by the Loesel family in Frankenmuth Township. As the result of a post purchase-agreement ordinance…
Nov 18
Ninth Circuit finds City’s Ordinances Protecting Mobile Home Parks do not Violate Federal or Washington State Constitution

Ninth Circuit finds City’s Ordinances Protecting Mobile Home Parks do not Violate Federal or Washington State Constitution

The City of Tumwater, Washington enacted two ordinances, one affecting the City Code and the other the Comprehensive Plan, creating a manufactured home district. The City created this district, which covered six of the ten mobile home parks…
Nov 18
9th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds Government May Regulate Billboard for TV Show as Commercial Speech

9th Circuit Court of Appeals Holds Government May Regulate Billboard for TV Show as Commercial Speech

The city of Los Angeles enacted a sign ordinance regulating commercial speech far more extensively than it does non-commercial speech. Their ordinance required a building permit for all temporary signs other than those containing “a…

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California Condominium Law

Covers the community association industry. By Adams Kessler.

http://www.condoassociationexpert.com

Nov 18
Smelly Shoe

Smelly Shoe

QUESTION: Can an association restrict piles of smelly shoes in front of an owner’s front door? It has been suggested that if this is a cultural belief the HOA could be faulted for making them remove their shoes.
Nov 4
Davis-Stirling Conversion Chart

Davis-Stirling Conversion Chart

The Davis-Stirling Act is currently found in Civil Code sections 1350 to 1378. The DS Rewrite uses all new Civil Code sections that start at 4000 and go to 6150. Because the Act’s content was completely restructured, there is no straight…
Oct 28
Free Rider

Free Rider

QUESTION:While checking your website on suspension of common area privileges, I was shocked when I read, “If there are multiple owners of a unit/lot, the suspension of rights/privileges for one owner suspends the rights/privileges of all…

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Weiss Berzowski Brady LLP

Weiss Berzowski Brady has produced legal podcasts on a variety of topics.

http://www.wbb-law.com/multimedia/blog

Oct 15
Political Discussions in the Workplace

Political Discussions in the Workplace

Post by Anna M. Pepelnjak Once again, elections are fast approaching. Divisive issues are at stake. The sides are profoundly separated and the “middle ground” looks to be disappearing. So, what happens when folks having politically…
Oct 10
Lowering the Judgment Interest Rate – Help or Hindrance for Collection?

Lowering the Judgment Interest Rate – Help or Hindrance for Collection?

Post by Barry R. White Most of my clients understand that judgments accrue interest from the time they are entered until they are paid. However, there is some confusion among my clients as to how to calculate interest because the rules…
Sep 25
Can You Believe It? The Government Did Something Right!

Can You Believe It? The Government Did Something Right!

Post by Sandy Swartzberg My grandfather, Sam, made the comment once that you are lucky if government is only twenty years behind where we are technologically. The JOBS Act is an example of this theory. The JOBS Act recognizes the influence…

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Natasi Law Group Blog

Covers distressed real estate, work-outs, real estate contracts and other real estate law issues.

http://nastasilaw.com/articles/

Sep 14
Eagle Hospitality Avoids Foreclosure, Reaches Compromise With Blackstone

Eagle Hospitality Avoids Foreclosure, Reaches Compromise With Blackstone

The Wall Street Journal reported this week that Eagle Hospitality Trust and Blackstone Group struck a deal to avoid foreclosure …Continue reading »
Aug 17
Battle Over Major U.S. Luxury Resort

Battle Over Major U.S. Luxury Resort

An article in the Wall Street Journal this week highlights a developing battle for ownership of four giant U.S. luxury …Continue reading »
Aug 9
Minimizing Liability of a Limited Liability Company Manager in a Real Estate Joint Venture

Minimizing Liability of a Limited Liability Company Manager in a Real Estate Joint Venture

Delaware limited liability companies have become a popular vehicle for real estate joint ventures and preferred equity investments in real …Continue reading »

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Andrew Ewalt's Law Blog

Covers business law and planning, elder law, estate planning, probate and estate administration, and real estate.

http://andrewewaltslawblog.blogs.com/my_weblog/

May 11
Living Will

Living Will

So what is a living will exactly? It is a legal document that directs your physician to discontinue life-sustaining procedures (cardiopulmonary, artificial respiration and artificial hydration and/or nutrition) if you are in a terminal…
Mar 11
Protection For Key Employee

Protection For Key Employee

The business world can be very competitive. One of the worst things that can happen to a business is to lose a key employee. That is why it is important to consider options for protecting your key employees. What if a business owner or key…
Mar 9
Title Insurance Pros and Con

Title Insurance Pros and Con

During a recent real estate closing I was asked whether “title” insurance was necessary (for those of you who are unfamiliar, title insurance is a form of insurance that guarantees that no other individuals can claim an interest in your…

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Distressed Asset Law

Covers the legal issues and opportunities relating to distressed assets. By Matthew Sanderson.

http://lrmlawblog.com/distressedassets

May 15
4 Pitfalls of Acquiring Property By Foreclosure

4 Pitfalls of Acquiring Property By Foreclosure

We all see the advertisements for lists of property being sold at foreclosure. After all, foreclosures are at an all time high, and we all need to buy while “prices are set at pennies on the dollar.” Well, that rosy picture, as many…
Mar 15
5 Ways to Avoid Costs of Acquiring Distressed Asset

5 Ways to Avoid Costs of Acquiring Distressed Asset

All too often the margins of distressed asset acquisition require stringent cost control. To help, here are five things to keep those costs low when considering the purchase of distressed assets:
Feb 15
Top 10 Leasing Issues in Distressed Business Acquisition

Top 10 Leasing Issues in Distressed Business Acquisition

When buying a distressed business, often a lease is required to be assumed or a new lease is required to be executed. Negotiating can be a stressful, so to reduce some of that stress, we’ve put together the following Top Ten Leasing Issues…

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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: 1903

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…

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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: 1899

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: 3329

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: 3880

the wasserblawg

Provides Chicago residential real estate information for buyers and sellers. By Michael H. Wasserman.

http://wasserblawg.blogspot.com/

May 15
Fortune cookie de jour

Fortune cookie de jour

contact mike: mwass@wasserlaw.net www.wasserlaw.net
Feb 3
Cook County Property Tax Bills are Here!

Cook County Property Tax Bills are Here!

Cook County property owners wee mailed last week. Better start asking around if you did not receive yours yet - those bills are all due by March 1st. If you know a property's PIN, you can look them up at the County Treasurer's web…
Jan 20
Tools of the Trade - CookCountyAssessor.com

Tools of the Trade - CookCountyAssessor.com

Assessor's Web Site Screen GrabWhenever a client hires me in connection with a local real estate purchase or sale, one of the first things I do is check out the local county assessor’s web site. For Cook County transactions, that would…

Rank this Week: 1781

HOA Law Blog

Covers California HOA law issues, including HOA governance, foreclosures and ARC enforcement. By Tinnelly Law Group.

http://hoalaw.tinnellylaw.com/

May 15
New Client: Marbella Property Owners Association

New Client: Marbella Property Owners Association

We are proud to announce that the Marbella Property Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. Located in San Juan Capistrano, this gorgeous gated community offers stunning custom homes, and…
May 13
AB 2237: Contractor Licensing Law & Its Impact on HOA Manager

AB 2237: Contractor Licensing Law & Its Impact on HOA Manager

*New Legislation AB 2237 was passed in 2012 by the California Legislature to expand the legal requirements for the "contractors" who are required to have a General Contractor's "B" license from the State of California. The "contractors"…
May 10
New Client: Willmore Condominium Association

New Client: Willmore Condominium Association

We are proud to announce that Willmore Condominium Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association legal counsel. This beautiful 11-story building is an Italian Renaissance Revival, designed by the same architects that…

Rank this Week: 3413

Foreclosure Defense Law Blog

Covers foreclosure procedures and legal defenses available to debtors. By the Nissenbaum Law Group.

http://www.foreclosuredefenselawblog.com/

May 14
Will a Court Recognize a Homeowner’s Challenge to a Bank’s Legal Right to Bring a Foreclosure Proceeding Based Upon Delay?

Will a Court Recognize a Homeowner’s Challenge to a Bank’s Legal Right to Bring a Foreclosure Proceeding Based Upon Delay?

In Deutsche Bank Trust Co. v. Angeles, 53 A.3d 673 (2012), Yony R. Angeles (“Angeles”) executed a note with First Equity Financial Corporation and, in order to secure that note, executed a mortgage on his home. About a year later,...
Jul 25
Under What Circumstances Does the New Jersey Fair Foreclosure Act Prevent a Home Foreclosure When the Lender Cannot Produce the Underlying Promissory Note?

Under What Circumstances Does the New Jersey Fair Foreclosure Act Prevent a Home Foreclosure When the Lender Cannot Produce the Underlying Promissory Note?

In Bank of America, N.A., v. Melissa Limato, No. A-4880-10T3 (N.J. Super. Ct. App. Div. July 2, 2012), the Appellate Division dismissed the case in favor of the homeowner because Bank of America (“Bank”) failed to comply with the notice…
Nov 23
Who has standing to bring a foreclosure action?

Who has standing to bring a foreclosure action?

In a recent decision, the Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey held that a bank that sued for foreclosure did not have “standing” to sue because the bank was not in possession of the mortgage note when it filed the…

Rank this Week: 2218

Real Estate Advisor Law Blog

Covers real estate development, environmental, finance and legal issues. By Ulmer Berne LLP.

http://www.realestateadvisorlawblog.com

May 13
Dennis Would Have Liked Thi

Dennis Would Have Liked Thi

Dennis Lane would have liked this. In fact, he would have liked this on at least two fronts. First, with an avid love of the water, biking and outdoor activities, Dennis would have appreciated what’s going on in…
Apr 19
The Exception that Swallowed the Rule

The Exception that Swallowed the Rule

Nonrecourse loans are popular among commercial real estate owners because the Lender agrees only to seek recourse against the real estate and other collateral securing the loan in a default or loss situation. Unless the loss is caused…
Mar 22
Just Add Water

Just Add Water

Recently, at a conference in Santiago, Chile, I had the opportunity to meet Fernado Fishmann, founder of Crystal Lagoons, and to learn about how Crystal Lagoons is transforming real estate projects around the globe. The…

Rank this Week: 2005

New Jersey Real Estate Attorney…

New Jersey Real Estate Attorney Blog

Published By The Law Office of Michael D. Mirne, LLC.

http://www.newjerseyrealestateattorneyblog.com/

May 12
Landlord Tenant Law: Legislating Protection for Victims of Domestic Violence

Landlord Tenant Law: Legislating Protection for Victims of Domestic Violence

Our office previously reported on New Jersey's Safe Housing Act, a 2008 statute that allows victims of domestic violence to terminate their residential leases on 30 days notice to the landlord. Since the time we published that article, we…
Apr 1
New Jersey Tax Appeals: Ocean County Update

New Jersey Tax Appeals: Ocean County Update

On October 29, 2012, Hurricane Sandy brought storm surges in excess of 9 feet. This was bad news for Ocean County, in which 29 of 33 municipalities border the ocean. Our office previously reported on statutory relief available to owners of…
Feb 22
New Jersey Evictions: Fundamental

New Jersey Evictions: Fundamental

For the past several years, our office has been reporting on various topics relating to the New Jersey Eviction process. The topics have included habitability hearings, Section 8 subsidies, rent increases, and notices to tenants. Absent…

Rank this Week: 4927

Delaware Business Lawyer Blog

Covers business litigation, business loans, buy-sell agreements, lease negotiation, and non-compete agreements. By the Snyderman Law Firm.

http://www.delawarebusinesslawyerblog.com/

May 10
Avoiding Will Contests In Delaware

Avoiding Will Contests In Delaware

Wills, heirs, disagreements and lawsuits. It’s bad enough your family has lost you, now they’re fighting among themselves over who gets what, and how much. Many times an argument occurs simply because the Will was written in a…
May 1
Choosing a Guardian for Your Children

Choosing a Guardian for Your Children

As a Delaware attorney who writes Wills, one of the most common dilemmas parents have to deal with is who they should name as the guardians of their children should both parents die. As they rack their brains to think of someone who would…
Feb 9
New Bullying Lawsuits - Update by Delaware Attorney

New Bullying Lawsuits - Update by Delaware Attorney

The parents of a high school student with learning disabilities has filed a lawsuit in Connecticut against the Board of Education and various school officials as a result of repeated acts of bullying which included slamming the child’s…

Rank this Week: 2252

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…

Rank this Week: 2156

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…

Rank this Week: 2137

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…

Rank this Week: 4657

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…

Rank this Week: 4977

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…

Rank this Week: 2004

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…

Rank this Week: 4254

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…

Rank this Week: 4914

The Thorpe Law Firm, P.A.

Covers Florida real estate law, foreclosure defense, bankruptcy, estate planning and family law.

http://www.thorpelawfirm.com/blog/

May 6
Stockton California Bankruptcy Case

Stockton California Bankruptcy Case

In June of 2012, the city of Stockton, CA filed a Chapter 9 bankruptcy case. Although individuals and businesses can file for bankruptcy without court approval, this is not the case for municipalities. They can be debtors only if (among other…
Apr 24
Bankruptcy Means Testing

Bankruptcy Means Testing

The word bankruptcy can be a scary one, and for many has negative connotations. Some people think that they have to give up their possessions, including their home and car, in order to claim bankruptcy. There are circumstances, however, that…
Apr 7
When to File for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

When to File for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

When to File for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is never something that people want to think about, but sometimes it does become necessary. It doesn’t mean that you don’t want to pay your debts or you want to ‘stick…

Rank this Week: 2602

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…

Rank this Week: 2091

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…

Rank this Week: 3618

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