by robschlackman@gmail.com | May 18, 2023 | Blog, Boards
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. Community rules and contracts Inspecting your community’s rules, vendor...
by robschlackman@gmail.com | Apr 6, 2023 | Blog, State Law
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...
by robschlackman@gmail.com | Mar 7, 2023 | Blog, Boards
Change to Rules and Regulations won’t do. The Court makes it clear: Changing the permitted use of a home must be effectuated by amending the Declaration and/or By-Laws For years, it has been clear that a condominium’s Board seeking to change any of the community’s...
by robschlackman@gmail.com | Feb 6, 2023 | Blog, Boards, Litigation
By Edward M. Taylor, Esq. Picture this: A condominium building experiences water leaks from a rooftop and drainage system in need of repair. The Board of Managers takes steps to address the issue by hiring a contractor and commencing repairs, but the Board runs out...
by robschlackman@gmail.com | Jan 5, 2023 | Blog, Boards, Litigation, State Law
Recently, Taylor, Eldridge & Endres Associate Attorneys, Melissa Schlactus and Beth Gazes, spoke to members and colleagues of the Suffolk County Bar Association. Recently, Taylor, Eldridge & Endres Associate Attorneys, Melissa Schlactus and Beth Gazes, spoke...
by robschlackman@gmail.com | Oct 6, 2022 | Blog, Litigation
The Litigation Team of Taylor, Eldridge & Endres Scores Big Victory for Real Estate Developer in the Face of an Invalid Mechanic’s Lien A mechanic’s lien can easily be filed against real property without any proof that the contractor did any work or that any money...