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Can a Community Association Sue Its Members for Defamation?

Harassment is a reoccurring topic with Homeowners Associations and Condominiums. The Association carries on business, while members of the community communicate about it. When disagreements arise, personal offences are common. When arguments escalate to a certain point, a homeowner may feel that their rights are at risk. The board may view repeated complaints as interference […]

Should a Member of an Association Sign a Civility Pledge?

One reoccurring topic in HOAs and condominiums is the lack of civility and what sort of decisions the board can make to require civility. This is also a hot issue in nonprofits, houses of worship and private school organizations. Should a member of an association sign a civility pledge? I view civility as a core […]

Can a Homeowner Obtain a Declaratory Judgment Against a HOA?

Every lawsuit must have a rational objective in the form of one or more remedies the Court ought to award against the defendant. Civil remedies can include money damages, possession, or an injunction. However, sometimes the claimant is interested in having the rights or duties of the parties resolved for purposes of present or future […]

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