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Injunctive Relief in Community Association Cases

When disputes between homeowners and their HOA or condominium boards escalate into the courts, often one or more parties seek an injunction. An injunction is a court order requiring a defendant to do or not do something. Injunctive relief in community association cases contrasts with normal civil remedies like money damages. Since starting this blog […]

Does Failure to Follow the Bylaws Render a Board Decision Void?

When homeowners purchase properties in HOAs or condominiums, often they do so with the belief that they, as members, have a voice in community business. Association boards make business decisions that impact the way of life, investment, and financial burden on the members. Poor decision-making may result in financial distress or diminished usefulness of the […]

Do District of Columbia Courts Apply the Business Judgment Rule?

The Business Judgment Rule (BJR) is a legal doctrine that owners must understand when dealing with their homeowners’ associations, condominiums and housing cooperatives. The BJR is a legal presumption that corporate directors’ business decisions were on an informed basis, in good faith and in the honest belief that the actions taken were in the best […]

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John C. Cowherd

Experienced Advisor In Property & Construction Matters

I am an attorney who litigates real estate and contract rights in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. I advise and advocate for property owners and businesses in a variety of disputes, including construction, real estate, neighbor law, and community association matters.

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