As we have all learned, the Covid-19 Pandemic has had far-reaching effects on our collective welfare and daily life, including financially. Many find themselves with reduced hours, or out of work temporarily or permanently.
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Florida Supreme Court Administrative Order Has Far Reaching Effects on Community Associations
Clayton & McCulloh | Mar 20, 2020
Legalese Made Simple
Michelle Tylutki | Feb 06, 2020
I am frequently asked to explain in layman’s terms what legal terms mean. Here’s a fun
little list of fancy words with a no-nonsense take.
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You Got Served! Now what?!
Clayton & McCulloh | Oct 21, 2019
So you’ve been served with a lawsuit or petition for arbitration. The question is what to do with the documents? Do you get nervous and concerned, and simply respond? No – a response without understanding the law could hurt your defense more than helping. Moreover, except in small claims court, a…
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Foreclosure Sales and What They Mean for Your Community
Clayton & McCulloh | Sep 11, 2019
For many community associations, collection of past-due assessments plays a major role in the annual legal budget (although in successful collections, the attorney’s fees and costs incurred are collected from the delinquent owners). These past-due accounts create a myriad of challenges, such as…
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A new law took effect July 1, 2019, which would allow the cultivation of vegetables and fruits on residential properties.
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The Importance of Maintaining Your Digital Records
Clayton & McCulloh | Jul 11, 2019
Few statutory provisions are more exploited by owners, cause more expense and (legally permissible) harassment, or disrupt an association's operation, more than Fla. Stat. §§ 718.111(12)(c) (relating to condominium associations) and 720.303(5) (relating to community associations other than condos,…
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You Win! So What?!
Clayton & McCulloh | Jul 11, 2019
Contrary to popular belief, obtaining a final judgment in a lawsuit should not be treated as a “game over” scenario. It is indeed a crucial first step toward obtaining what you’re looking for, but in reality, it means little more than that a judge agrees that you are entitled to something from the…
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How to Handle Lenders' Foreclosure Delays
Clayton & McCulloh | May 15, 2019
A lender's foreclosure action can create challenges for community associations seeking to collect past-due charges. Because a first mortgage lender can generally eliminate the association's lien and/or ownership, as well as certain pre-title charges, some associations cease collection when a…
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The “Quick and Dirty” Mid-Legislative Session Update
Clayton & McCulloh | Apr 10, 2019
Today we are at the virtual halfway point of this year’s legislative session. Most years there are a number of bills that are proposed that attempt to either regulate or impact community associations. This year, that is an understatement. We are currently monitoring more than eighty (80!) bills…
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As Floridians should be aware, Florida is inundated with bears. In fact, many communities experience bears riffling through their dumpsters and trash cans. Therefore, Owners need to be vigilant with respect to when their garbage is put out, as well as, how it is contained. Hopefully, your…
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