Association boards of directors are responsible for operating their communities consistent with the community’s governing documents (the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, and Declaration) and the various covenants, conditions, and restrictions ...
These days, inflation is noticeable in everything we do, and community associations are not immune to the pressures that higher costs and expenses can cause. When addressing these issues, Boards ...
Smith Jadin Johnson attorneys Alex Jadin and Ross Hussey recently won a motion to amend a complaint, adding a cause of action for bad faith against a community association’s insurance ...
Having the right insurance coverage can give homeowners peace of mind in otherwise stressful circumstances. When it comes to Homeowner Associations, there are two types of insurance policies. First, Associations ...
At Smith Jadin Johnson, a discussion point that often arises when meeting with new business clients is whether to make an S-Corporation election under the IRS rules. Often clients ask: ...
One of the primary functions of a community association is to operate and maintain the property. In doing so, the association is responsible for maintaining a variety of records and ...
Living in a community association, by its nature, involves existing alongside other people, which in turn means sometimes enduring annoyances and inconveniences. Dogs bark, barbeques smell, kids scream, and the ...
Suffering property damage is never easy, but the loss is often compounded by the perception (or reality) that the insurance company is not properly handling the claim. If there is ...
Hotel and Resort owners face many unique challenges in operating a successful business. Along with the pressures to cater to clients 24/7 , owners face complex regulator environments and profit ...
Starting on January 1, 2022, many employers in Minnesota will have to re-examine their policies regarding expecting and new parents. In 2021, the Minnesota Legislature passed amendments to the state’s ...
