NewzAlert Composer v1.70.8, Copyright (c) 2004-2005 Castle Software Ltd, http://www.NewzAlert.com Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:32:41 -0500 Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:16:38 -0500 <![CDATA[ Legal & Legislative News from CAN]]> http://www.communityassociations.net/legal_news.html en-us Community Associations Network, LLC webmaster@communityassociations.net 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 22 23 NV: Community Bank hit with lawsuit over loan default in Lake Las Vegas Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:32:37 -0500 http://www.lvbusinesspress.com/articles/2008/11/17/news/iq_24955539.txt NV: Association panel member accused of legal violations Sun, 16 Nov 2008 18:15:24 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/business/34543364.html SC: Sea Pines groups fight over day-pass fees Sun, 16 Nov 2008 18:07:19 -0500 http://www.beaufortgazette.com/local/story/618735.html NV: Couple faces home battle in Highlands Sun, 16 Nov 2008 17:58:44 -0500 VI: Plaintiffs Move To Add Grande Bay Resort Condo Owners as Defendants in Lawsu Sat, 15 Nov 2008 17:07:23 -0500 Japan: Neighborhood Sues in Bid to Oust Mafia Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:47:32 -0500 NV: Promises unkept? Condo buyers sue Fri, 14 Nov 2008 10:04:37 -0500 http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/nov/14/buyers-company-promises-dispute/ OR: Frustrated Condo Owners Sue Resort (video) Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:50:32 -0500 http://kohd.com/page/63104 AZ: Age overlay dispute erupts Fri, 14 Nov 2008 09:44:22 -0500 http://www.yourwestvalley.com/articles/community_4328___article.html/law_live.html PA: TLPOA board sorting out lawsuit details Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:37:20 -0500 AR: ACC, city at odds over sign ordinance Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:38:56 -0500 http://www.nwanews.com/bvwv/News/7434/ NV: State Supreme Court issues ruling in Fernley WTP case Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:28:56 -0500 FL: Lawmakers Working To Reduce HOA's Power To Foreclose Wed, 12 Nov 2008 10:16:35 -0500 http://www.wftv.com/news/17958537/detail.html VA: Herndon Man Admits Stealing From Homeowners Associations Tue, 11 Nov 2008 18:37:23 -0500 http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/11/10/AR2008111002990.html SC: Relax: HOA Bill Dead Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:45:43 -0500 http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/opinion/story/665188.html NV: Trump Las Vegas investors pursue class action lawsuit Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:02:11 -0500 http://www.lvbusinesspress.com/articles/2008/11/10/news/iq_24794859.txt FHA Issues New Guidelines to Curb the Practice of ‘Buy and Bail’ Sun, 09 Nov 2008 21:33:34 -0500 http://rismedia.com/wp/2008-11-09/fha-issues-new-guidelines-to-curb-the-practice-of-%E2%80%98buy-and-bail/ NJ: Holding onto ‘paradise’ Sat, 08 Nov 2008 19:48:55 -0500 http://www.bayshorenews.com/publication/show/617 MD: Music producer's widow sues county, homeland security director, HOA Thu, 06 Nov 2008 11:54:09 -0500 http://www.gazette.net/stories/11062008/largnew171014_32471.shtml OR: Tentative deal reached in Beaverton suit over the Round Tue, 04 Nov 2008 20:09:21 -0500 http://www.oregonlive.com/washingtoncounty/index.ssf/2008/11/tentative_deal_reached_in_beav.html SC: HOAs should be aware of bill in Senate Tue, 04 Nov 2008 09:41:51 -0500 http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/opinion/story/656145.html FL: Colony's homeowners association files for bankruptcy protection Mon, 03 Nov 2008 19:12:21 -0500 http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20081103/breaking/811030252 MD: Appeals court rules against Hillsmere association Sun, 02 Nov 2008 20:32:02 -0500 http://www.hometownannapolis.com/cgi-bin/read/2008/11_02-29/CAN SC: Group of condo owners calls waste fee unfair Sat, 01 Nov 2008 14:58:19 -0500 http://www.charleston.net/news/2008/nov/01/group_condo_owners_calls_waste_fee_unfai60036/ TN: Doctors sue Bearden neighbors, Metro Pulse for $20 million Sat, 01 Nov 2008 09:35:36 -0500 Florida judge blocks law aimed at making political activities more transparent Fri, 31 Oct 2008 23:39:31 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/politics/elections/sfl-flfspeech1031pnoct31,0,2035425.story NE: Justice Dept. sues Omaha condo group, president Fri, 31 Oct 2008 23:26:45 -0500 AR: Former play managers consider lawsuit against POA Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:38:48 -0500 http://nwanews.com/bcdr/News/67301/ FL: Political signs may lead to troublesome times, condo fines Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:30:11 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/business/custom/consumer/sfl-flbcondocol1029pnoct29,0,6140091.story FL: Three Years Post-Wilma, Millions of Dollars in Insurance Claims Still Unpaid Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:19:19 -0500 NJ: Fighting to stay in Paradise (Park) Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:18:09 -0500 AR: Judge Rules POA Board Votes Were Improper Sat, 25 Oct 2008 15:02:38 -0500 http://www.nwaonline.net/articles/2008/10/24/news/102508bzvistavotes.txt FL: Multiple unit owner halts foreclosure at Tiara condominium Sat, 25 Oct 2008 15:00:20 -0500 http://southflorida.bizjournals.com/southflorida/stories/2008/10/27/story13.html IA: High court sides with state in condo tax dispute Fri, 24 Oct 2008 18:27:00 -0500 http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20081024/NEWS/81024016/-1/NEWS04 AZ: Audit: $75,000 in Las Sendas HOA money misspent Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:57:30 -0500 http://www.azcentral.com/community/mesa/articles/2008/10/23/20081023mr-lassendas1024.html FL: Lawsuit Filed Over 11-Year-Old's Death Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:12:05 -0500 http://www2.hernandotoday.com/content/2008/oct/23/ha-lawsuit-filed-over-11-year-olds-death/ CA: Homeowner sues association over solar panels Tue, 21 Oct 2008 14:37:59 -0500 http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2008/oct/21/homeowner-sues-association-over-solar-panels-he/ CO: National Group Supports Homeowner Against Association Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:03:57 -0500 NV: Waiting for the HOA FBI investigation fallout Sat, 18 Oct 2008 16:23:52 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/real_estate/31224279.html FL: Orkin Files Federal Lawsuit to Void Settlement with Wildwood Condo Assn Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:16:37 -0500 http://blogs.orlandosentinel.com/lake_county_report/2008/10/orkin-files-fed.html NV: Meridian lawsuit may be expanded Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:15:42 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/news/31156314.html FL: SkyPoint developers deny lawsuit allegations Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:58:04 -0500 http://tampabay.bizjournals.com/tampabay/stories/2008/10/20/story1.html?b=1224475200%5E1717461 FL: Hurricane-damaged Volusia condo deserves nearly $1M from state insurer Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:50:56 -0500 http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/volusia/orl-citizens1708oct17,0,5346672.story FL: Condo Boards Want Banks' 'Free Ride' to End Fri, 17 Oct 2008 10:49:24 -0500 CO: Obama sign removed; woman charged with theft Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:20:31 -0500 FL: Gay Hate in Miami Beach Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:16:12 -0500 http://www.miaminewtimes.com/2008-10-16/news/gay-hate-in-miami-beach/ FL: Condo board powers in storm emergency raise questions Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:19:20 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/business/custom/consumer/sfl-flbcondocol1015sboct15,0,7717537.story FL: 26 sue law firm over West Palm Beach condo money Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:07:24 -0500 http://www.palmbeachpost.com/localnews/content/business/epaper/2008/10/13/a6b_gunster_1014.html?imw=Y AZ: State should just stay out of HOAs’ business Sun, 12 Oct 2008 17:05:45 -0500 http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/127906 MN: Petters case touches Northfield condo development Sun, 12 Oct 2008 16:56:52 -0500 http://www.northfieldnews.com/news.php?viewStory=46249 FL: Lawyer files unusual suits to get clients out of condo sales deals Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:46:38 -0500 http://www.miamiherald.com/103/story/719634.html IL: Condo law needs teeth Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:37:41 -0500 TX: Investors sue to recover $1.65 M from fraudulent condo development Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:35:23 -0500 http://www.setexasrecord.com/news/215259-investors-sue-to-recover-1.65-m-from-fraudulent-condo-development HI: Lawsuit seeks to remove Ilikai developer from board Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:24:43 -0500 http://www.starbulletin.com/business/Lawsuit_seeks_to_remove_Ilikai_developer_from_board.html NV: Bank parent claims court win Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:18:53 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/business/30674844.html FL: Broward Coalition files challenge to electioneering law Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:08:50 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/legislature/sfl-flffinance1009sboct09,0,6481513.story Japan: Condo owners sue govt over faked quake data Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:55:32 -0500 http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/national/20081008TDY02305.htm FL: Condos say state insurer owes them millions for 2004 hurricane damage Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:53:39 -0500 http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/insurance/orl-citizens0808oct08,0,7894554.story VA: Broadlands residents sue association over hospital Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:30:46 -0500 http://washington.bizjournals.com/washington/stories/2008/10/06/daily43.html NV: New Details Coming to Light in HOA Investigation Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:48:40 -0500 MD: County refunds property owners more than $440K Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:44:43 -0500 http://www.gazette.net/stories/10082008/gaitnew210344_32471.shtml NY: Court says no to private prosecutors Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:00:59 -0500 http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20081006/NEWS05/810060317 CO: Judge sides with Cherry Creek owners over HOA Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:19:54 -0500 http://www.gazette.com/articles/judge_41454___article.html/lasley_hoa.html SC: Lax laws fall short for condo buyers Sun, 05 Oct 2008 16:13:46 -0500 http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/news/local/story/619107.html NY: State code may require homes to include sprinkler systems Sun, 05 Oct 2008 15:52:59 -0500 http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20081004/NEWS03/310049974/State+code+may+require+homes+to+include+sprinkler+systems FL: Orkin will repair termite-ravaged condo complex as part of settlement Fri, 03 Oct 2008 19:53:39 -0500 http://www.orlandosentinel.com/orl-orkin-settlement-100308,0,3042170.story WA: Former Roy mayor charged with theft from HOA Fri, 03 Oct 2008 17:22:22 -0500 Mezuzah enabling act introduced Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:43:28 -0500 http://www.jewishledger.com/articles/2008/10/02/news/news23.txt MI: Woman charged with embezzling money from Caledonia Condo development Thu, 02 Oct 2008 10:40:25 -0500 http://www.wzzm13.com/news/news_story.aspx?storyid=99397 NC: Association leader ordered to stay clear of neighborhood kids Thu, 02 Oct 2008 10:35:26 -0500 http://www.starnewsonline.com/article/20081001/ARTICLES/810010237?Title=Association_leader_ordered_to_stay_clear_of_neighborhood_kids MD: Ruling in discrimination case due early next month Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:53:12 -0500 http://www.gazette.net/stories/10022008/uppenew183132_32474.shtml CO: Couple sues HOA for being too lax Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:48:42 -0500 http://www.dailycamera.com/news/2008/sep/30/hoa-decried-too-lax/ OR: Barton sentenced for embezzlement Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:42:48 -0500 WI: Condo developer sued over leaks Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:39:35 -0500 http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=801259 CA: Bill creating mediator for HOA disputes draws veto Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:25:18 -0500 http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/business/20080930-9999-1b30hoa.html WI: Marquette U faces lawsuit by real estate group Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:21:12 -0500 http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=800501 MA: Sterling Condo Association Sues Developer Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:11:12 -0500 http://www.wbjournal.com/news41696.html NV: LEASE-BACK DEALS: Condominium owners file lawsuit Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:10:08 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/news/29875789.html FL: Naples Estates homeowners win right to purchase mobile home park Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:01:29 -0500 http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2008/sep/28/naples-estates-homeowners-win-right-purchase-mobil/ NV: HOA PROBE: Owners reported suspicions Mon, 29 Sep 2008 09:56:24 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/news/29857184.html NV: FBI searches attorney’s office as political corruption probe continues Sat, 27 Sep 2008 16:04:01 -0500 http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/sep/26/fbi-searches-attorneys-office-political-corruption/ WI: FLAG FLAP: condo resident, management company at odds over flag Fri, 26 Sep 2008 19:57:49 -0500 http://www.journaltimes.com/articles/2008/09/26/local_news/doc48dd4232a338f764507302.txt FL: Will lawsuits delay Destin beach restoration? Fri, 26 Sep 2008 19:25:24 -0500 http://www.thedestinlog.com/news/destin_6491___article.html/restoration_beach.html NV: FBI investigates corruption case: Collusion between HOAs, firms probed Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:21:54 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/news/29735854.html CO: HOA Sues Resident Over Paint Color Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:13:28 -0500 http://cbs4denver.com/investigates/hoa.lawsuit.paint.2.825037.html MD: County sues Glenwood developer over septic system Thu, 25 Sep 2008 09:56:22 -0500 http://www.explorehoward.com/news/11691/county-sues-glenwood-developer-over-septic-system/ FL: Fort Lauderdale condo association has dog fight Tue, 23 Sep 2008 09:55:39 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/southflorida/sfl-flbdogfight0923sbsep23,0,1537592.story?track=rss MS: Miss. high court to hear condo ordinance challenge Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:08:15 -0500 http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2008/09/22/ap5454542.html MO: Green Building Expectations get Red Flag Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:06:48 -0500 http://www.lawyersandsettlements.com/articles/11261/Don-Murano-lawyer-interview.html FL: Joe Adams: Knowing new laws includes sweating the little stuff Sun, 21 Sep 2008 19:24:01 -0500 http://www.news-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080921/COLUMNISTS16/809210334/1014/BUSINESS FL: Court officials question why condo association leader was prosecuted Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:31:27 -0500 http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2008/sep/20/court-officials-question-why-condo-association-lea/ FL: Insurance lawsuit highlights risks in older buildings Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:18:59 -0500 http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/stories/2008/09/22/story3.html MA: Condo manager admits wrongdoing Sat, 20 Sep 2008 15:16:00 -0500 http://www.wickedlocal.com/provincetown/news/x650663178/Condo-manager-admits-wrongdoing NY: White Plains cell-phone antenna dispute reaches state, federal courts Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:01:32 -0500 http://lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080919/NEWS02/809190430/-1/SPORTS A Nadler Bill Would Legalize Mezuzahs Fri, 19 Sep 2008 10:00:09 -0500 http://www.nysun.com/national/a-nadler-bill-would-legalize-mezuzahs/86223/ FL: $1 Million Port Charlotte Condo Theft Suspected Fri, 19 Sep 2008 09:59:11 -0500 http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/sep/18/suspected-condo-dues-theft-estimated-1-million/ NY: A Nadler Bill Would Legalize Mezuzahs Fri, 19 Sep 2008 09:52:44 -0500 http://www.nysun.com/national/a-nadler-bill-would-legalize-mezuzahs/86223/ FL: Condo account theft suspected Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:04:53 -0500 MD: County sues 'Villas' developers Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:02:14 -0500 http://www.baltimoresun.com/business/realestate/bal-ho.cattail18sep18,0,1244397.story MD: Condo rule changes could block owners from flying flag from balcony Wed, 17 Sep 2008 17:32:41 -0500 http://www.hometownannapolis.com/cgi-bin/read/2008/09_17-48/CAN CO Court: Insurer Can't Bring Subrogation Claim Against Attorney Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:58:37 -0500 http://www.insurancejournal.com/news/west/2008/09/17/93723.htm OK: 5 women accuse former general manager of sexual harassment Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:17:23 -0500 http://www.kfsm.com/Global/story.asp?S=9015278 PA: Toby man sued by community board for character defamation Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:15:40 -0500 http://www.poconorecord.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080917/NEWS/809170328 TX: Coppell resident locks horns with HOA over Obama yard signs Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:07:40 -0500 http://www.dentonrc.com/sharedcontent/dws/dn/latestnews/stories/091708dnmetyardsign.850d13f9.html FL: Lawsuit discussed in beach restoration battle Wed, 17 Sep 2008 10:36:23 -0500 http://www.nwfdailynews.com/news/restoration_11193___article.html/battle_beach.html WY: Former Fox Park bookkeeper will face 11 felony charges Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:33:45 -0500 http://www.gillettenewsrecord.com/articles/2008/09/14/news/today/news04.txt FL: Amputee, condo spar over leashes Sun, 14 Sep 2008 20:29:55 -0500 http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/seminole/orl-amputee1408sep14,0,7466794.story FL: BCC to bill Sandestin for attorney's fees Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:39:21 -0500 http://www.waltonsun.com/news/osborne_2210___article.html/county_suit.html NV: Homeowners association officials reveal key to compliance Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:27:28 -0500 http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/sep/11/homeowners-association-officials-reveal-key-compli/ CT: Luxury living lost amid lawsuit Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:12:00 -0500 http://www.theday.com/re.aspx?re=bff1de83-b50f-4c0e-bfc5-7c2bd3b694da OR: Some cry foul over Mountain Park political sign rules Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:02:02 -0500 http://www.portlandtribune.com/news/story.php?story_id=122108776913560900 NC: Missing funds start fight over leadership Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:55:02 -0500 http://www.fayobserver.com/article?id=304303 AZ: Ahwatukee couple battles HOA over security door Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:11:36 -0500 http://www.azcentral.com/community/ahwatukee/articles/2008/09/10/20080910ar-hoadoor0910.html CA: Man Wins Suit Against HOA Over Handicap Parking Spot Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:04:22 -0500 http://www.10news.com/news/17443323/detail.html NJ: Governor signs community age restriction legislation into law Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:37:31 -0500 http://www.njlawblog.com/2008/09/articles/community-associations/governor-signs-community-age-restriction-legislation-into-law/ CA: Fifth Time Is Not The Charm For Losing Homeowner Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:35:14 -0500 http://www.calattorneysfees.com/2008/09/fifth-time-is-n.html Australia: Too-brief consultation period equals bad legislation Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:26:44 -0500 http://www.canberratimes.com.au/news/opinion/editorial/general/toobrief-consultation-period-equals-bad-legislation/1268232.aspx FL: Homeowners Get A Win In Court Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:22:23 -0500 http://northeast2.tbo.com/content/2008/sep/10/ne-homeowners-get-a-win-in-court/ FL: Condo Consultant: Associations have broad powers in emergencies Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:16:53 -0500 http://www.palmbeachpost.com/food/content/food_dining/epaper/2008/09/10/a5d_condo_0910.html NC: No mo' no-mow: Fake grass must go Wed, 10 Sep 2008 10:05:44 -0500 http://www.newsobserver.com/1253/story/1213099.html CO: Homeowners control own density destiny at Burlingame Tue, 09 Sep 2008 10:44:37 -0500 Condo Buyers In Florida Seek To Exit Deals Tue, 09 Sep 2008 10:42:00 -0500 http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122091760356512479.html?mod=residential_real_estate PA: Arbors residents push swing set argument Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:37:55 -0500 AZ: Court strikes blow for homeowners Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:04:32 -0500 http://www.azcentral.com/realestate/articles/2008/09/07/20080907biz-RE-buzz0906hoa-ON.html IL: Council to weigh in on host of home association issues Sun, 07 Sep 2008 13:04:53 -0500 http://www.dailyherald.com/story/?id=232594 FL: Joe Adams: Common expenses can be a fuzzy subject Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:36:14 -0500 http://www.news-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080907/COLUMNISTS16/809070321/1014/BUSINESS FL: Davie condo association embezzler sentenced to 20 years in prison Sun, 07 Sep 2008 12:17:36 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/broward/sfl-flbembezzle0906sbsep06,0,4119905.story FL: Cory Lake developer told to produce financial records Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:02:14 -0500 http://www.tampabay.com/news/courts/civil/article797248.ece VA: Bow Hunting Decision Upheld Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:15:23 -0500 AZ: Johnson Utilities loses in land dispute ruling Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:13:58 -0500 http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/124789 IL: Man accused of theft of more than $100,000 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:13:02 -0500 http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/napervillesun/news/1144154,6_1_NA04_SIBLIK_S1.article Recent Miami-Dade Circuit Court Case Suggests Growing Trend in Buyer's Remorse Thu, 04 Sep 2008 11:52:02 -0500 http://www.earthtimes.org/articles/show/recent-miami-dade-circuit-court-case-suggests-growing-trend-in-buyers-remorse,527799.shtml IL: Oak Park urges condo boards to give up right of first refusal in sales Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:03:09 -0500 http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/chi-oak-park-both_04sep04,0,7466676.story WA: Condo partner files lawsuit over cost statements Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:15:07 -0500 http://www.spokesmanreview.com/breaking/story.asp?ID=16423 NV: HAPPY 10TH ANNIVERSARY: Office of the Ombudsman fills need Sat, 30 Aug 2008 09:19:40 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/real_estate/27694009.html CA: La Quinta homeowners gate fight returns to court Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:44:18 -0500 http://www.mydesert.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080829/NEWS01/808290356/1006/news01 FL: Lawsuit Claimed Miami Condo Was A Facade For Sale Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:58:56 -0500 http://cbs4.com/local/Miami.News.Condo.2.802978.html MA: Judge orders lawyer to pay up for free heat Thu, 28 Aug 2008 11:37:42 -0500 http://www.wickedlocal.com/cambridge/news/x81490110/Judge-orders-lawyer-to-pay-up-for-free-heat OH: Flooding deaths civil suit settled Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:48:52 -0500 http://www.hudsonhubtimes.com/news/article/4295742 VA: Judge tosses out Lake Holiday lawsuit Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:45:08 -0500 http://www.nvdaily.com/business/292486131270113.bsp CA: La Palma residents weigh in on home color debate Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:43:57 -0500 http://www.ocregister.com/articles/color-palma-city-2137507-want-home MD: Lawmaker intervenes in condo repair case Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:31:20 -0500 http://www.hometownannapolis.com/cgi-bin/read/2008/08_26-13/TOP FL: Cory Lake Developer Files To Dismiss Lawsuit Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:05:13 -0500 http://northeast2.tbo.com/content/2008/aug/25/cory-lake-developer-files-dismiss-lawsuit/ KY: Mother Suing Condo Over Drowning Sun, 24 Aug 2008 19:07:21 -0500 http://www.wtvq.com/news/1-latest/1421-mother-suing-condo-over-drowning.html NV: Meridian said to have run illegal hotel Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:19:07 -0500 http://www.lvrj.com/business/27267774.html CA: Earth, Wind and Fire Ants Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:02:16 -0500 http://www.tmz.com/2008/08/21/earth-wind-and-fire-ants/ NY: Homeowners association to residents: Show up or pay up Fri, 22 Aug 2008 09:55:55 -0500 http://www.capegazette.com/storiescurrent/200808/bayshore082208.html MD: Condos must accommodate wheelchairs Fri, 22 Aug 2008 09:40:12 -0500 http://www.hometownannapolis.com/cgi-bin/read/2008/08_21-41/TOP CA: Legislature passes bill to increase oversight of homeowners associations Thu, 21 Aug 2008 10:52:30 -0500 http://www.californiachronicle.com/articles/71770 VA: Faust in the 'burbs Thu, 21 Aug 2008 09:48:10 -0500 http://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2008/082008/08202008/403829 AZ: Homeowners don't have to buy from builders to sue for defects Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:30:20 -0500 http://www.azstarnet.com/sn/business/253646.php FL: Woman accused of stealing from Royal Lakes homeowners group Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:28:01 -0500 http://www.gainesvilletimes.com/news/article/7979/ CO: Centennial to vote on smoking ban Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:14:46 -0500 CT: Guilty Plea In Thefts From Newington Condo Group Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:12:02 -0500 http://www.courant.com/news/local/hr/hc-newforge0820.artaug20,0,1516724.story NY: Condo owners speak out in Amherst Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:24:58 -0500 http://www.buffalonews.com/cityregion/story/418009.html H.B. condo victims' claims moves forward Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:23:01 -0500 http://www.ocregister.com/articles/city-claim-condos-2129609-evink-years OR: Portland condo buyers win $2.3 million salve Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:20:08 -0500 SC: Condo owners suing for repairs Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:07:23 -0500 http://www.charlestonbusiness.com/current/14_17/news/12603-1.html FL: Fisher Island condo president mired in lawsuits Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:57:31 -0500 http://www.miamiherald.com/435/story/645349.html FL: The Colony loses round in legal fight Sat, 16 Aug 2008 09:35:41 -0500 http://www.bradenton.com/business/story/813409.html CA: Judge: El Cortez Builder Can't Force Buyback of Condo Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:46:21 -0500 http://www.voiceofsandiego.org/articles/2008/08/15/housing/873elcortez081508.txt AZ: RV dispute between HOA, family ends after 14 months Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:11:21 -0500 http://www.azcentral.com/community/gilbert/articles/2008/08/13/20080813gr-rvordinance0812-on.html IL: Elevator upgrades put off four years Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:56:49 -0500 http://www.pioneerlocal.com/riverforest/news/1104316,RF-elevator-081308-s1.article MA: Condo trustee to be prosecuted by state Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:47:54 -0500 http://www.wickedlocal.com/truro/news/business/x955044365/Condo-trustee-to-be-prosecuted-by-state FL: St. Pete Condo Complex Manager Bilked Association Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:04:54 -0500 http://suncoastpinellas.tbo.com/content/2008/aug/11/st-pete-condo-complex-manager-bilked-association-p/ VA: Lake Holiday lawsuit requests not to declare property owner’s association Tue, 12 Aug 2008 10:55:35 -0500 TN: Wilson County Residents Unhappy With Subdivision (video) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:13:33 -0500 http://www.wztv.com/newsroom/top_stories/vid_4046.shtml VI: Grande Bay is facing new suit Sat, 09 Aug 2008 13:06:39 -0500 http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20080809/ARTICLE/808090320/-1/newssitemap CO: Smoking ban gets lawyer’s green light Sat, 09 Aug 2008 13:05:20 -0500 http://www.aspendailynews.com/section/home/128641 CA: Shy Suit Against Homeowners Alleges Defamation, Loss of Business Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:53:02 -0500 http://blogdowntown.com/2008/08/3491-shy-suit-against-homeowners-alleges-defamation FL: City disputes lawsuit from the Progress Corporate Park Owner's Assn Fri, 08 Aug 2008 17:39:39 -0500 http://www.highspringsherald.com/articles/2008/08/08/news/news09.txt FL: 'Mismanagement' Fuels Departures From Fla. Firm Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:01:15 -0500 http://www.law.com/jsp/article.jsp?id=1202423584105 FL: Decision expected in Colony dispute Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:57:50 -0500 http://www.bradenton.com/business/story/790801.html DE: Entire community sues for repairs Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:46:45 -0500 http://www.delmarvanow.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080806/DW01/80806016/-1/DW NV: Subcommittee wants foreclosed homes maintained Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:09:54 -0500 http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2008/aug/04/subcommittee-wants-foreclosed-homes-maintained/ CA Half Moon Bay residents, officials dispute ownership of Oak Park land Tue, 05 Aug 2008 10:52:00 -0500 http://www.insidebayarea.com/oaklandtribune/localnews/ci_10097916 NC: Code battle may head to state Tue, 05 Aug 2008 10:32:11 -0500 http://charlotte.bizjournals.com/charlotte/stories/2008/08/04/story4.html?b=1217822400%5E1677817 FL: Firm's foreclosure net snags ex-condo owners Tue, 05 Aug 2008 10:24:49 -0500 http://www.palmbeachpost.com/business/content/business/epaper/2008/08/04/a6b_foreclosesuits_0805.html CO: HOAs can't ban energy-saving devices Tue, 05 Aug 2008 10:10:08 -0500 http://denver.yourhub.com/Littleton/Stories/News/General-News/Story~504022.aspx CA: Bill would prevent homeowner groups from banning rentals Mon, 04 Aug 2008 11:22:50 -0500 http://www.busjrnl.com/article/20080804/BUSINESSJOURNAL/706798998/1207/BUSINESSJOURNAL02 TX: Tagging paints a stiff penalty for 17-year-old Mon, 04 Aug 2008 10:48:50 -0500 http://www.hcnonline.com/articles/2008/08/01/conroe_courier/news/graffiti0726.txt NJ: Motel owners group in Wildwoods sues state to make condo rentals pay same ta Sun, 03 Aug 2008 20:13:17 -0500 http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/181/story/219413.html VA: Developer’s change of heart prompts lawsuit Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:59:14 -0500 CO: Builders pay the price Wed, 30 Jul 2008 17:08:40 -0500 http://www.rockymountainnews.com/news/2008/jul/29/builders-pay-the-price/ VA: New law may raise HOA fees statewide Tue, 29 Jul 2008 21:25:20 -0500 http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/news/2008/jul/29/new-law-may-raise-hoa-fees-statewide/ FL: HOA Fight Has Family Suing Neighbors In Subdivision (Video) Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:00:21 -0500 http://www.wftv.com/video/17018526/index.html FDIC takes over parent of Community Association Banc (AZ) Mon, 28 Jul 2008 14:46:26 -0500 http://www.fdic.gov/bank/individual/failed/fnbnv.html FL: Hutchinson Island condos sued over alleged insurance pay-out issues Sun, 27 Jul 2008 17:10:44 -0500 http://www.tcpalm.com/news/2008/jul/27/30gtcondos-sued-over-alleged-insurance-pay-out/ FL: Legal battle over Paramount condominium continues Sat, 26 Jul 2008 14:15:03 -0500 http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/orl-bk-paramount-072508,0,5814311.story KS: Political signs facing battle Sat, 26 Jul 2008 14:04:12 -0500 http://cjonline.com/stories/072508/sta_309691212.shtml FL: Self-insured condo fund may forfeit state license Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:11:55 -0500 http://www.palmbeachpost.com/business/content/business/epaper/2008/07/24/a8b_condoinsure_0725.html FL: Potential Legal Costs Boost Cory Lake Isles' Proposed Budget Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:05:23 -0500 http://northeast2.tbo.com/content/2008/jul/24/possible-legals-costs-boost-cory-lake-isles-propos/ FL: Court asked to reconsider liability for condo owners' outside property Thu, 24 Jul 2008 10:19:40 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/southflorida/sfl-flbcondocourt0724sbjul24,0,6751765.story VA: Lake Holiday returns to court Judge’s ruling leaves both sides pleased Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:07:01 -0500 CA: Insurance agent and investor charged with wire fraud Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:15:11 -0500 http://www.srpressgazette.com/news/acting_4339___article.html/district_kirwin.html WI: Water rights can’t be reserved Wed, 23 Jul 2008 17:13:54 -0500 http://www.wislawjournal.com/article.cfm/2008/07/28/Water-rights-cant-be-reserved-Court-Both-sale-and-reservation-of-rights-banned FL: As Foreclosures Mount, Condo Associations Battle With Lenders Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:04:24 -0500 http://www.law.com/jsp/article.jsp?id=1202423176300 VA: Roads an issue inside Kingsmill Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:18:21 -0500 http://www.vagazette.com/news/local/va-news4_071608jul16,0,1204785.story FL: HOA Won't Allow Homes To Be Rented To Homosexuals, Unmarried Couples Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:07:41 -0500 http://www.wftv.com/news/16897375/detail.html IN: Feds file discrimination suit against Munster condo Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:02:42 -0500 http://www.thetimesonline.com/articles/2008/07/16/news/lake_county/docd42fda7adfebdee6862574880006bc2b.txt TX: Fight over land that could be Bush presidential library takes another turn Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:51:45 -0500 http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/DN-vodicka_15met.ART.State.Edition1.4dc7fd4.html National News Feed on vacation until 7/24 Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:44:37 -0500 http://www.communityassociations.net PR: HUD charges Puerto Rico HOA with discrimination against handicapped Fri, 11 Jul 2008 17:40:43 -0500 http://www.hud.gov/news/release.cfm?content=pr08-102.cfm CO: Man embezzled thousands from HOA Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:24:24 -0500 http://www.timescall.com/news_story.asp?ID=9863 IL: No Right to Mezuzot at Condos Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:18:58 -0500 http://www.nysun.com/national/no-right-to-mezuzot-at-condos/81659/ FL: Property Mismanagement Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:15:00 -0500 http://www.abcactionnews.com/content/segments/investigators/story.aspx?content_id=2c4ba9c7-0467-4f8d-84cb-e2a4f198c365 HI: Clothesline bill hits snag Thu, 10 Jul 2008 18:15:29 -0500 http://starbulletin.com/2008/07/10/business/story02.html WI: Water use rights can’t be sold Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:31:27 -0500 http://wislawjournal.com/article.cfm/2008/07/14/Water-use-rights-cant-be-sold-Use-of-piers-boatslips-held-invalid AZ: Vanyos lawsuit, liens a hot topic in Carefree Foothills HOA Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:24:30 -0500 http://www.sonorannews.com/archives/2008/2008-07/080709/FrontSBJump3.html VA: Judge forces sale of HOA-management group Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:19:31 -0500 http://fredericksburg.com/News/FLS/2008/072008/07102008/392658 WA: New condo owners caught in legal dispute Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:11:59 -0500 http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/369889_mosler08.html FL: Palmetto condo faces foreclosure Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:09:59 -0500 http://www.bradenton.com/business/story/724238.html FL: Condo associations no longer responsible for personal property under new law Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:07:12 -0500 http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2008/jul/08/condo-associations-no-longer-responsible-personal-/ NY: Elma Homeowners Seek Tax Breaks Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:13:10 -0500 http://www.eastaurorany.com/articles/2008/07/08/news/doc486bd8afe11ae587544984.txt NH: RiverWoods' abutters file court appeal over expansion Tue, 08 Jul 2008 12:12:43 -0500 http://www.seacoastonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080708/NEWS/807080357/-1/PUBLICRECORDS05 DC: Government Settles Suit With Developer for $2 Million Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:26:24 -0500 http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/07/07/AR2008070702330.html FL: New condo, association laws now effective Mon, 07 Jul 2008 15:53:53 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/southflorida/sfl-flbcondomorelaws0706sbjul06,0,3693329.story MA: Condo dispute could set back affordable housing efforts Mon, 07 Jul 2008 11:56:23 -0500 http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080706/NEWS/807060334 NM: Uphill Battle for Man Suing HOA Thu, 03 Jul 2008 11:02:11 -0500 http://www.abqjournal.com/west/02121537w1hoa07-02-08.htm VA: Supervisors seek to collect assessments on lots at Star Fort Thu, 03 Jul 2008 10:42:59 -0500 http://www.nvdaily.com/news/325232092740357.bsp CA: Condo owners appeal $2.15M fine Thu, 03 Jul 2008 10:33:16 -0500 http://www.montereyherald.com/local/ci_9773572 PA: Condo sues veteran over her flags Thu, 03 Jul 2008 10:10:37 -0500 http://www.timesonline.com/articles/2008/07/02/news/doc486c3136c9d44027765168.txt VA: Valley feud: Neighbors sue neighbors under RICO Thu, 03 Jul 2008 10:00:18 -0500 http://www.readthehook.com/blog/index.php/2008/07/02/valley-feud-neighbors-sue-neighbors-under-rico/ CA: Smyth's Solar Energy Bill Signed By Governor Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:35:41 -0500 http://www.hometownstation.com/local-news/smyth-california-assembly-2008-07-02-01-16-2.html MD: Accessibility complaint goes before judge Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:26:45 -0500 http://www.gazette.net/stories/070308/uppenew174553_32358.shtml FL: Crist praised for veto of flawed bill on homeowner associations Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:30:57 -0500 http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/local/southflorida/sfl-flbcondolaw0702sbjul02,0,1991749.story DC: Judge tosses defamation lawsuit filed by developer against couple Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:26:24 -0500 http://www.examiner.com/a-1465323~Judge_tosses_defamation_lawsuit_filed_by_developer_against_couple.html FL: Cory Lake Isles residents sue over homeowner fees Sat, 28 Jun 2008 13:06:19 -0500 http://www.tampabay.com/news/courts/civil/article648605.ece MO: Branson Timeshare Company Penalized for Timeshare Scam Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:55:45 -0500 http://www.timesharesdaily.com/index.php/20080627145/Latest/Branson-Timeshare-Company-Penalized-for-Timeshare-Scam.html IA: Bowles loses condo battle Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:37:25 -0500 http://www.qctimes.com/articles/2008/06/27/news/local/doc48659a67b3c0e017657170.txt CA: City faces a new land-use lawsuit Sat, 28 Jun 2008 12:33:33 -0500 http://www.hmbreview.com/articles/2008/06/26/news/doc486286b93ab54089119131.txt VA: Prospects dim for property owners’ association bill Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:52:22 -0500 http://www.winchesterstar.com/article_details.php?ArticleID=7659 ID: Saddlebrook residents will continue lawsuit to stop installation of modular Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:33:43 -0500 http://www.idahostatesman.com/235/story/426744.html CO: New HOA law allows clothes lines in neighborhoods Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:29:22 -0500 FL: Miramar homeowner associations join forces Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:36:44 -0500 http://www.miamiherald.com/news/broward/story/583450.html SC: Cedar Grove Plantation group fights developer's plans Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:32:48 -0500 http://www.charleston.net/news/2008/jun/26/cedar_grove_plantation_group_fights_deve45621/ VA: No Decision in Neighborhood Court Battle Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:13:53 -0500 MD: Cameron Grove condo officials charged with housing discrimination Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:05:28 -0500 http://www.gazette.net/stories/062608/uppenew164941_32357.shtml IN: Tax refund OK'd for Lakes of the Four Seasons Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:36:35 -0500 http://www.thetimesonline.com/articles/2008/06/25/updates/breaking_news/doc48628a7e523fe829064409.txt RI: Bills on foreclosures await governor's approval Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:38:09 -0500 http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/2008/06/25/3516834.htm MA: Lead paint: the condo question Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:22:51 -0500 http://www.boston.com/realestate/news/blogs/renow/2008/06/lead_paint_the.html NC: Ghazi sues condo tower developer, seeks $92M in damages Tue, 24 Jun 2008 21:26:18 -0500 http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/stories/2008/06/23/daily15.html CA:Santa Monica Council to Consider Smoking Ban in Apartment, Condo Common Areas Mon, 23 Jun 2008 21:36:40 -0500 http://www.surfsantamonica.com/ssm_site/the_lookout/news/News-2008/June-2008/06_23_08_Council_to_Consider_Smoking_Ban.htm RI: Bills on foreclosures await governor’s approval Mon, 23 Jun 2008 21:03:59 -0500 http://www.projo.com/news/content/BZ_FORECLOSURE_BILLS_24_06-24-08_RBAK8IJ_v39.31a309a.html FL: Deputies Can't Stop Animal Sacrifices Inside Waterford Lakes Home Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:39:43 -0500 http://www.wftv.com/news/16688136/detail.html CT: Concerns over houses of worship in neighborhoods Mon, 23 Jun 2008 19:57:57 -0500 FL: Utility, Estates Settle Lawsuit Mon, 23 Jun 2008 19:40:43 -0500 http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/jun/21/pa-utility-estates-settle-lawsuit/ ID: Judge won't stop construction of modular homes in Star subdivision Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:43:46 -0500 http://www.idahostatesman.com/235/story/409823.html CA: Leisure World residents win legal battle to see books Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:23:32 -0500 http://www.ocregister.com/articles/residents-court-rain-2073343-golden-world FL: Key Biscayne condo's occupancy rule remains despite lawsuit Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:35:02 -0500 http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami_dade/east/story/574094.html AR: Lawsuits, Liens Seek More Than $6 Million From Grandview Heights Developers Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:32:33 -0500 http://www.nwaonline.net/articles/2008/06/18/news/061908rzcondosuit.txt MA: Resident blames condo for health issues Wed, 18 Jun 2008 21:45:10 -0500 http://www.wickedlocal.com/stoneham/news/x19918807/Resident-blames-condo-for-health-issues GA: Feds indict seven in metro Atlanta mortgage fraud ring Wed, 18 Jun 2008 21:40:27 -0500 http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/stories/2008/06/16/daily60.html VA: Property Owners Association Act webcast and summary Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:46:55 -0500 http://varbuzz.com/property-owners-association-act-webcast-and-summary/ VI: Ruling allows Grande Bay to finalize condo sales -- Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:41:31 -0500 http://www.virginislandsdailynews.com/index.pl/article_home?id=17625650 NY: State bill could end tax breaks for condos, coops Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:20:24 -0500 http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/2008/06/18/3504270.htm OH: Gristmill Condominiums closer to buyouts Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:12:25 -0500 ME: Civil Suit Claims Rules Are Excessive (Video) Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:12:09 -0500 MN: Mortgage scam snagged scores Tue, 17 Jun 2008 09:57:22 -0500 http://origin.twincities.com/ci_9585410 NY: Judge dismisses homeowners' attempt to block Wal-Mart Supercenter in Amherst Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:07:28 -0500 http://www.buffalonews.com/home/story/369380.html FL: Appeals court: Condo buyers can't cancel for certain cost increases Sun, 15 Jun 2008 11:01:49 -0500 http://triangle.bizjournals.com/triangle/othercities/southflorida/stories/2008/06/09/daily53.html FL: Cory Lake Records Request Heading Back To Court Sun, 15 Jun 2008 10:57:20 -0500 http://northeast2.tbo.com/content/2008/jun/13/cory-lake-residents-records-request-heading-back-c/