There are many advantages to living in a multifamily condo or coop building in South Florida: great views, enviable locations and abundant amenities. However, there is always the possibility of water leaks. …
“Community Associations Threatened With Website Litigation Under the ADA,” Daily Business Review
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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In the last few months, a growing number of community associations across Florida are being threatened with litigation because their websites are allegedly not friendly to visually impaired users.
The genesis for these association website suits may lie with the holding in the recent Domino’s Pizza v. Robles case. That case was originally brought by a …
Why Should Your Community Consider Trademarking Its Name and Logo?
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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Many communities rely upon name recognition and a certain style logo to attract attention from potential new purchasers as well as to enhance real property values for existing owners.
I live in a country club community that has a distinct font and logo which is intentionally highlighted on our association website, advertisements, …
“Condo Boards Can’t Turn Down Applicants Just Because They Don’t Like Them,” Miami Herald
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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“If I like you, you’re in.” Those words were uttered by the board president of the first condominium unit I bought right out of law school. At the time, I wasn’t going to quibble about whether or not this screening procedure was legitimate. …
“Opinion: Bill Would Benefit Condo Communities by Cutting Down on Support-Animal Fraud,” Miami Herald
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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They are in planes and on trains, by pools and in schools and often in the “no pet” condominium community where you purchased a unit. While emotional support animals or ESAs come in many shapes and sizes and have included birds, reptiles, cats, squirre…
“For Some Condo Associations, ‘short-term rentals’ are Dirty Words,” Miami Herald
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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Short-term rentals are “dirty words” in some condominium, cooperative, and homeowners associations’ vocabularies. A large number of residents and board members believe that platforms like Airbnb will increase crime and nuisances in their communities. R…
Hiring Your Own Public Adjuster – A Survey and Chance to WIN $100
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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Insurance claims are inevitable in the lifespan of every Florida community. Fully understanding the claims process and navigating the potential land mines is crucial..
This survey addressing your past experience with insurance claims and adjusters is the ultimate survey in our summer series for community association owners, board members, and management professionals. Your participation is fundamental …
“Weathering The Storm: A Top 10 List For Condo and HOA Boards,” Miami Herald
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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As all Floridians know, storm season can be a very hectic time. Preparation for – as well as the aftermath of – storms is stressful. Board members of community associations are hit particularly hard by the nerve-wracking days of hurricane season because not only do they have to worry about themselves, they also have to worry …
Airbnb and Your Community – A Survey and Chance to WIN $100
By Donna DiMaggio Berger
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As many of you may know, SB 824 sponsored by Senator Diaz, would have made it much more difficult if not impossible for your private residential community to restrict or prohibit short-term rental activity on internet platforms like Airbnb. While that …
Donna DiMaggio Berger Appears on Money Matters Top Tips Podcast
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Shareholder Donna DiMaggio Berger appeared on the Money Matters Top Tips Podcast with host Adam Torres. During this guest spot, she speaks to her vast experience including how she knew she wanted to become an attorney, how she helps her Community Association clients, legal issues unique to the condominium arena, and much …
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