1. Timeshare Termination Consultations
- Had multiple consults seeking to surrender and terminate timeshare interests, particularly with major providers such as Hilton Grand Vacations.
- Advised on the contractual process, including potential liabilities, right of rescission (if applicable), and strategies for negotiating voluntary termination or exit options.
2. Books and Records Requests – Condominium/HOA Issues
- Consulted with condominium and homeowners associations (HOAs) regarding books and records requests, focusing on alleged misstatements and noncompliance.
- Provided guidance on the legal implications of associations relying on unrecorded or improperly recorded amendments to governing documents.
- Emphasized the risk of using unofficial amendments, including potential exposure to legal challenge if not properly adopted and recorded pursuant to Florida Statutes, Chapter 718 (Condominiums) or Chapter 720 (HOAs).
3. Maintenance Obligations For Condos and HOAs – Windows, Doors, and Storm Protection
- Multiple consultations involving associations and unit owners regarding maintenance and replacement obligations for windows, sliding glass doors, impact-resistant windows, and hurricane shutters.
- Explained recent statutory amendments (HB 1021 and SB 1178) impacting these obligations, including how maintenance responsibilities may now shift under updated Florida law.
- Discussed the implications for budgeting, assessments, and owner responsibility, with an emphasis on the importance of clear delineation in the governing documents.
4. Business Sale and Post-Closing Disputes
- Assisted clients with legal issues following the sale of a business, especially when the buyer experiences dissatisfaction or the business underperforms post-sale.
- Addressed the concept of buyer’s remorse, stressing the importance of retaining legal counsel on both sides during negotiation and closing to mitigate future disputes.
- Highlighted potential for litigation, including allegations of misrepresentation, breach of contract, or failure to disclose material facts during due diligence.
5. Construction Timing and Project Delays; Lien Law
- Advised clients on construction delay issues, particularly the legal ramifications of project timing and sequencing problems.
- Provided guidance on contract provisions, including liquidated damages, force majeure, and notice requirements in construction agreements.
6. Real Estate Law
- Impacts of neighboring lots construction impacting of other lots.
- Impact of non-disclosures from Sellers – disputes in Real Estate transactions.
