When a Board receives notice that one of their members or shareholders has filed a disability discrimination claim, there are often more questions than answers, especially when the claim is filed by the Department of Human Rights or Suffolk County Human Rights Commission. Continue reading “Disability Discrimination Claims”
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CAI-LI Trade Show 2024 – Sneak Peek
Join us, Saturday, October 19, 2024, for the CAI-LI Annual Trade Show . Free admission for Board members of co-ops, condos, and HOAs. Don’t miss this day – you’ll find service providers, meet other board members, and learn useful information regarding all practical matters of community association living. Please join us! Continue reading “CAI-LI Trade Show 2024 – Sneak Peek”
New York Enacts Good Cause Eviction Law
On April 20, 2024, New York enacted the Good Cause Eviction Law, significantly curtailing a landlord’s ability to evict tenants. Continue reading “New York Enacts Good Cause Eviction Law”
State Strikes Squatters’ Protections
The New York State Legislature has recently passed legislation to combat the recent uptick in squatters in New York. Continue reading “State Strikes Squatters’ Protections”
The Corporate Transparency Act
The Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”) was passed in 2021 to safeguard national security and the U.S. financial system by helping to detect and report suspicious activity related to money laundering and terrorist financing. Continue reading “The Corporate Transparency Act”
SPECIAL MEETINGS
What are they? Who can call them, and why?
A Special Meeting is any meeting called for by the Board or the Homeowners for a specific purpose.
Amendments to New York’s Property Condition Disclosure Act Creates a Severe Burden on Sellers
When it comes to buying homes in New York State, purchasers tend to hear the terms “buyer beware” or “caveat emptor”. Under New York State law, a seller of residential real property either has to answer a forty-eight-question disclosure or they could “opt out” of providing the disclosure and give the purchaser a $500 credit at closing – until March 20, 2024, that is.
Continue reading “Amendments to New York’s Property Condition Disclosure Act Creates a Severe Burden on Sellers”
Recent Court Ruling Allows Landlords to Use Same Predicate Notice in Subsequent Proceedings
Courts have, until recently, applied a bright line rule that a predicate notice is no longer valid once a holdover proceeding ends, and may not be used again in a subsequent proceeding. Landlords were often forced to re-serve 30, 60 or even 90 day notices.
Spring Clean Up: Are Your Community’s Amenities Risk-Ready for the Season?
Pool openings. Tee times. Court reservations. Dock moorings. Playground use. These are just some of the recreational activities offered by community associations, especially on Long Island. Continue reading “Spring Clean Up: Are Your Community’s Amenities Risk-Ready for the Season?”
Community Associations and Direct Employees: Are You Compliant?
Employment Law compliance is a top priority of federal, state and local governments seeking to protect the rights of employees. Community Associations that have direct employees are obligated to ensure that — just like any other employer — they are in compliance with these laws. Continue reading “Community Associations and Direct Employees: Are You Compliant?”
