Overview Once litigation begins, the rules for settling a dispute with your HOA change dramatically. At this stage, negotiations take place under the supervision of the court and are governed by procedural rules that don’t apply before a lawsuit is filed. Settlements...
Overview Most HOA disputes between California homeowners and their HOAs (or fellow homeowners) never reach a courtroom. The Davis-Stirling Act encourages homeowners and associations to attempt to resolve disagreements without having to file a lawsuit, either through...
Overview California HOA boards wield extraordinary power over homeowners. They control not only the look and feel of a community but also its finances and enforcement machinery. Boards can issue fines, impose special assessments, record liens, and even foreclose on...
Overview While it’s true that homeowners’ associations (HOAs) in California have certain duties related to crime prevention and addressing safety concerns within their communities, HOAs are not private police forces. When it comes to addressing crime and safety within...
Overview People dealing with mental health conditions are entitled to strong legal protections under both federal and California law. And such protections absolutely apply within the context of HOA governance and HOA living. The (federal) Fair Housing Act (FHA) and...
