The Law Offices of Herb M. Milgrim, P.A.
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The Law Offices of Herb M. Milgrim, P.A.
CALL NOW! 954-966-3909

LAW OFFICES OF HERB M. MILGRIM, P.A.
1920 E. HALLANDALE
BEACH BLVD. SUITE #806
HALLANDALE BEACH, FLORIDA 33009

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Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.
Psychiatric service dog - close up of dog's vest
Almost one out of every five adults in the United States lives with a mental illness. While there are various treatments available based on the severity of the condition and the way it affects an individual’s life, psychiatric service dogs are becoming an increasingly common tool used for vital support. Not only can they make...
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Construction, Inspection, Repair for Florida Condo
Last year, the tragedy of the Surfside building collapse shocked Floridians — and spurred lawmakers to take action. The Florida legislature recently passed a law that will require condo boards to set aside reserve funds for repairs beginning in 2025. The law, which was signed by Governor Ron DeSantis in May, also mandates that boards...
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Health benefits of a pet, companion animal, emotional support animal.
Millions of Americans have pets in their households and benefit from the unconditional love they bring. There are also countless health benefits that come with having a companion animal. But not all landlords and condo associations recognize these benefits and allow tenants or residents to keep pets in their units. However, if you require an...
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Emotional Support Animal Concept
There are countless benefits to having a companion animal — from the unconditional love they provide to encouraging exercise and easing loneliness. But an animal can also help to protect against cognitive decline and alleviate the symptoms associated with certain mental health conditions. In fact, emotional support animals (ESAs) provide numerous therapeutic benefits to individuals...
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emotional support animal airline
Are you planning to travel to Florida this winter? As the holiday season is approaching, many people plan on moving to Florida or staying for an extended period of time to get away from snow and cold weather. If you are prescribed an emotional support animal or service pet you will need to take special...
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traveling to florida during covid
Canada’s harsh winters see many residents fleeing their home country for warmer locations. In fact, almost one million Canadians spend the cold months in Florida and other southern states. But last winter, the COVID-19 pandemic forced many “snowbirds” to cancel their plans. According to statistics, only 34,000 crossed the U.S. border to spend the colder...
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Non-Delegable Duty
As an Attorney that fights for the rights of individuals who own Condominiums in Florida, I am deeply saddened by the tremendous loss to our neighbors in Surfside.  The loss of life and property is truly devastating to these residents and their families.    Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to them.  As many...
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emotional support
Every day, EMTs, police officers, firefighters, service members, and other first responders rush in to help in dangerous situations, saving lives and taking care of victims who have been injured in traumatic events. Although the job of a first responder comes with many rewards, seeing so many train wrecks, car crashes, fires, floods, and fatalities...
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Laying down new flooring
If you are thinking of renovating your Florida condo, there are certain steps you must take before construction can begin. First and foremost, you must check your Association’s Governing Documents (Declaration of Condominium and Condo Rules)  to be sure your proposed renovation is allowed. Second and equally important is ensuring that you have the necessary...
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condo keys and agreement
If you are in the process of buying a condominium or are a new owner, it is important to familiarize yourself with the governing documents for your Association. One of the key documents is the declaration, which sets forth your obligations, including payment of dues and assessments, as well as the Association’s covenant restrictions and...
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board meeting
All homeowners’ associations (HOAs) have architecture review boards (ARBs), whose role is to enforce the architectural standards for the community. Typically they do this by keeping development uniform and visually standardized. Since one of the appealing aspects of managed communities is the uniform aesthetic of the neighborhood and the pleasing views, one of the primary...
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condo lawyer
If you are a Florida condo owner and are seeking legal representation to assist you with a dispute with your Association, there are several important factors to consider when hiring counsel. First and foremost, you want an attorney who is experienced in Florida condo law and has a winning track record with cases like yours....
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woman working at home with her dog
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to ravage the country, feelings of anxiety, stress, and depression have overwhelmed many of us. For some, the emotional toll can be debilitating. As the dramatic rise in pet sales and rescues —“pandemic puppy” has even become part of the COVID lexicon — makes clear, people are once again turning...
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Roof Leaking
Heavy rains are a normal occurrence in Florida. And while Floridians are well accustomed to preparing for and dealing with drenching storms and high winds, it is just as important to be diligent in the aftermath of the storm. This is particularly true for condominium owners who suffer water damage to their units due to...
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dog looking through an airplane window
In a blow to owners of emotional support animals, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has just issued a final rule that will limit the animals on airplanes; disabled travelers can bring service dogs only. Airlines will not be required to permit emotional support animals (ESAs) to accompany passengers.  Set to go into effect in...
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Service dog leading owner
State and federal law guarantee certain rights and protections to people who need the assistance of a service animal or an emotional support animal (often referred to as an “ESA”). To take full advantage of these legal rights, however, there are certain steps animal owners must take. This is particularly true if you live in...
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woman hugging her dog
Many people seek comfort in the paws of a pet but may not know all the terminology for the various types of animal-owner relationships. Therapy dogs? Emotional support dogs? Service dogs? The various terms may seem like they could be interchangeable, but in reality and under the law, the status of your animal may have...
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board meeting
As Condo Board election season gets underway, it is important for condo owners to understand that they have rights and options for ensuring that elections are fair and that condo board members do not abuse their position of power. From access to election records, to seeking to recall a board member or members, and/or complaining...
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Mold in the corner of a room
Discovering black mold in your Florida condo can be a distressing experience. Unfortunately, the high humidity levels in Florida can make preventing and controlling mold growth particularly challenging. Knowing what steps to take after discovering black mold in your home, including hiring licensed mold assessors and contractors, can help make the claims and remediation process...
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Condominiums
Under Florida condo law, condominium associations are responsible for maintaining the common elements of the property. Generally, this includes the parts of the complex that belong to all owners, such as the roof, exterior walls, grounds, walkways, corridors, and lobbies. Common elements do not include anything inside the four walls of your unit, with the...
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Middle aged woman enjoying her garden patio with her Great Dane service dog
The companionship and comfort dogs can provide to people suffering from depression is already well known. Service dogs, including psychiatric service dogs, have special training and are typically for people with severe issues. Emotional support animals (ESAs) can help to alleviate the symptoms or effects of depression or other psychological conditions. If you suffer from...
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Two women in a meeting. One woman is holding her dog
If you are wondering how to get an emotional support animal approved in pet-restricted housing, it is important to understand what is required under Florida law on emotional support animals. Knowing what your Condo Association or Homeowners Association (HOA) is permitted to consider when you make your request, as well as what could raise red...
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businessman hitting the table with clenched fist.
Although Florida Homeowners Associations and Condo Associations are allowed to establish use and occupancy restrictions and rules, state and federal law provide important protections for owners against restrictions that are unreasonable, arbitrary, or discriminatory. Any “restrictive covenants” must be “reasonable and rationally related to a permissible state objective.” An experienced Florida condo attorney can assist...
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senior man sitting with service dog
If you need the assistance of an animal to alleviate the symptoms or effects of a disability (or even to detect covid-19!), it is important to understand that there are different categories of assistance animals, and how your animal is defined will impact how your request for an accommodation for your animal will be treated...
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Woman Loving Support Animal Indoors
If you live in pet-restricted housing in Florida and are trying to get approval to keep an emotional support animal in your home, you may be tempted to use an online service.  For little cost or effort you can obtain a letter stating that you are qualified to have a support animal and then submit...
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Sad dog on a flooded road
As hurricane season gets underway, there are a number of important preparedness steps Floridians should be taking. Creating or updating your family disaster plan, stocking your home and car with emergency supplies, collecting important documents (emergency phone numbers, insurance information), and preparing for a possible evacuation order, are just a few key elements of Florida...
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Person Videochatting With Doctor On Mobile Phone
The coronavirus health crisis has impacted all of our lives in ways large and small. As the country continues to deal with the pandemic, we are experiencing a new normal. We are working from home, meeting our friends and family for virtual get-togethers, and many of us have been introduced to telemedicine for the first...
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It has been a particularly rainy spring in Florida and many condominium owners are dealing with mold and water damage in condos because their Associations are failing to maintain the common elements in their complex. Fortunately, if the Association has failed to properly maintain the comment elements, such as the roof or the exterior walls,...
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May is Mental Health Awareness month and this year the outbreak of COVID-19 has affected the mental health of many people around the world. Particularly for those who live alone, a shelter in place order can lead to feelings of isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and depression.  Even the CDC has provided guidelines to cope with stress...
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Last month, the Florida Senate unanimously passed a bill targeting people who misrepresent their need for an emotional support animal in housing like condominiums and rental buildings.  The bill makes it a second-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to sixty (60) days in jail and/or a $500 fine, as well as community service, to submit false...
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When you buy a condo in Florida, it is important to understand the maintenance and repair obligations you will have as an owner.  Generally speaking, your condo owner’s association (COA) will be responsible for maintaining and repairing the common spaces.  For a detached condo, this typically covers landscaping, trash, and the building exterior.  Some exterior...
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As we all navigate the new reality we are living in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, it is important to stay calm, keep up-to-date on the latest developments, and do everything you can to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community.  Many of our clients are living in condo communities and are struggling...
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If you are looking to buy a home in a pet-friendly condo, be sure to check the rules of the condo or homeowner’s association (HOA).  There are likely to be restrictions on the kind of pets you can bring, where they can go within the community, and how they are expected to behave.  As a...
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You may not know it but your Florida condominium association may be required to have a website containing a wealth of useful information for unit owners.  In the age of technology and transparency, access for unit owners to everything from notices of board meetings to copies of budgets, bids, declarations, and financial reports should be...
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On January 28, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released guidance on the process of requesting an accommodation under the federal Fair Housing Act (FHA) for a comfort pet.  The previous guidance put out by HUD (FHEO-2013) is now replaced with this new guidance report.  The FHA provides that disabled persons...
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Condo Law Firm For Consumers If you are involved in a dispute with your Homeowner’s Association, it is important to understand your rights and obligations, as well as your possible options for pursuing a complaint.  Whether your dispute involves a selective enforcement claim, a request for a reasonable accommodation for a therapy pet, payment for...
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Florida Condo Mold and Water Damage Claims Living in a warm and humid climate like Florida’s puts your home at risk for mold growth. The risk only increases during hurricane season (June 1 – November 30).  Mold prevention should not only be a regular part of maintaining your Florida condo, but it is also important...
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If your request for a reasonable accommodation from your Florida condo association has been denied (such as a request to keep an emotional support animal or service dog in your pet-restricted condo), you may have a viable claim that the association has violated the Fair Housing Act (FHA).  The FHA prohibits discrimination against disabled residents...
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Condominium owners who believe that their association is unfairly enforcing a rule or restriction against them may be able to claim “selective enforcement” as a defense.  Under Florida Law, condominium restrictions or limitations cannot be enforced in a selective or arbitrary manner. In other words, a condo association or HOA cannot enforce a rule against...
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If you suffer from a psychiatric disability and rely on your therapy pet to alleviate your symptoms, you may face resistance from a condo association or HOA with a “no pets” policy.  Because use of “emotional support” animals to treat psychiatric disorders is not as well understood as, for example, the use of service dogs...
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If you have suffered water damage in your Florida condominium, it is important to understand your rights and obligations.  Whether or not you will have any responsibility to pay for the resulting damage will depend primarily on its cause. Generally speaking, if the damage was caused by an “insurable event,” meaning something unusual, unexpected and...
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If you have a comfort pet you wish to bring to your pet-restricted Florida condominium, you can make a formal request to your association.  Federal law allows condo owners with disabilities to seek accommodation for a comfort dog or other pet, referred to as an “emotional support animal.”  The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination against...
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The law allows people with disabilities who wish to keep their emotional support animals (“ESAs”) in their Florida condos to seek a reasonable “accommodation” from their associations.  Key to the success of your request will be knowing what information you need to provide when you request an accommodation and how to be sure that the...
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If you live in a condo and experience mold and water damage, you should consult a Florida condo lawyer immediately. Mold and water damage are serious issues, and you need good representation to protect your interests. Here are reasons that engaging the services of a lawyer experienced in representing individual condo owners is a wise...
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Many Florida Condominium Associations have made it increasingly more difficult for individuals with assistance animals like Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals.  Contrary to both State and Federal Laws, some Associations have refused to allow Emotional Support Animals and will only allow individuals with Service Dogs. The main differences between Service Dogs and Emotional Support...
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If you have ever walked around any of the high end shopping malls like the Bal Harbor Shops,  Aventura Mall, Town Center Mall in Boca Raton, or the exclusive Waterside Shops in Naples, you can’t help but notice many people with their cute little dogs walking around the Mall or in these cute little baby...
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As a Condo Attorney that represents individual Condo Owners in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Naples and many cities throughout Florida, the question I get asked the most is:  Who is responsible for mold contamination and water damage in my condominium? First, one must identify the source of the water intrusion that caused the damage...
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As a Condo Attorney with offices near Downtown Miami, Brickel Avenue, and South Beach Florida,  my practice is focused on representing individuals that have disputes with Condo Associations, Homeowner Associations, and other Owners. I am amazed at how many beautiful new luxury Condominium buildings have been successfully completed recently. It seems like a great place...
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I have been getting a considerable amount of calls lately from Condo owners and Homeowners here in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Aventura, Naples, Sunny Isles and Boca Raton.  The majority of the calls are from individual owners concerned about various Condo Pet Rules and HOA Rules restricting their ability to keep pets as well as Assistance...
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As a Florida Attorney with offices near Miami, Aventura and Fort Lauderdale, I have seen many examples of Condominium and Homeowner Association Boards operating illegally.  One of the most prevalent abuses is Association Boards enacting Rules outside the scope of their authority. Many Condominium Associations and Homeowners Associations in Florida have a provision in their...
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I am sitting here in my law office in Hollywood, near Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Aventura and the rain is pouring down. I figure with all the rain we are getting today it is probably a good day to make a visual inspection of my own home for signs of water intrusion. As a homeowner...
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US District Court rules in favor of disabled woman. Judge tells condo to allow service dog.   Read the full article here.  
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I recently received a call from a woman residing at an over 55 Community like Century Village Condominium here in South Florida.  She was being told by her Association to get rid of her dog or face legal action.  Despite the fact that she had a documented disability and a letter from her Doctor attesting...
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Many of us in Florida choose to live in gated communities because we feel they are safe and because they provide some attractive amenities.   Are we sacrificing too much of our freedom for this security?   I was appalled today to read about a 70 year old woman in California being fined by her Homeowner Association...
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I am sure many of you have been reading the recent articles in our newspapers dealing with Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals.  Many of these news articles appear to be one sided trying to paint a picture that the majority of claims out there are fraudulent attempts to get by Association Pet Restrictions or...
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As a Condo Attorney with offices near Aventura and Sunny Isles Florida I have seen many new high rise condominium buildings completed over the last several years.  With this dramatic increase in the number of condominiums in Aventura, Sunny Isles and North Miami, I have also seen an increase in the number of claims being...
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Miami Condo Attorney expresses  condolences for Secret Service dog that fell to its death in New Orleans over the weekend. Our thoughts go out to the dog’s handler who lost a close and loyal friend.   According to WWL – TV, an unnamed bomb sniffing dog fell from the roof of a parking deck next...
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As a Broward County Condo Attorney with over 20 years in practice I have seen many examples of Associations failing to work with individual owners in order to resolve disputes.   Unfortunately many Board Members refuse to take action to resolve a dispute until they are faced with an attorney’s fee claim from the owner.  The...
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As a Florida Condo Lawyer that primarily represents condo and homeowners that have disputes with their Associations, I frequently get calls from homeowners that are being threatened by their associations for violations of the Architectural Review Standards.  Some owners have applied for approval prospectively while others have already made the improvements and are now seeking...
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If you live in a condo in Miami, Aventura, Sunny Isles, Fort Lauderdale,  Boca Raton, Hollywood,  Hallandale Beach, or even Naples, chances are you have had a dispute with your condo association or they have had one with you.  Because Florida law and Association Governing Documents (Declaration / By-laws)  allow prevailing party attorneys fees in...
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As we approach the end of the year many Condominium and Homeowner Associations will be getting ready for their annual meetings. During these meetings the Board usually presents the community with a copy of the Annual Budget and elections are held to elect the members of the board. If you have been having problems at...
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As a Florida Attorney that aims in representing condo owners and homeowners involved in disputes with their Associations I get  calls each week from owners that simply can’t decide whether they should retain an attorney “now” or wait and see how things go. Many clients simply can’t afford to retain an attorney on an hourly...
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When someone gets injured due to a dangerous condition in the Common Areas of a Condo Association or Homeowner’s Association who is responsible? Under Florida Statutes Chapter 718 (Condominium Associations) and Chapter 720 (Homeowner Associations), the Association is responsible for maintaining the common elements. The Declaration which is part of the Association’s Governing Documents sets...
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Individuals wishing to live with an emotional support or service animal may be required to present documentation from a physician, psychiatrist, social worker, or other mental health professional demonstrating that the animal provides support which mitigates at least one identified symptom of a disability.
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If you have a Service Dog or Emotional Support Animal and your Association is questioning your need or simply conducting a reasonable inquiry you should consult with an Attorney before responding.
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As a Florida Attorney that represents Condo Owners and Homeowners that have disputes with their Associations I hear many stories of  about how owners have been damaged by the actions or inactions of their Associations.  I usually only hear the bad.  As an experienced Trial Attorney I know that it is my job to listen...
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The sun is out and there is not a cloud in the sky! It is days like this that make us glad we live in South Florida but, with Tropical Depression 16 and all the rain we have had over the last several months how is your roof holding up?  Have you checked your interior...
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We have been getting a tremendous response from all of you thanks to this website. We have helped many Florida Condo Owners and Homeowners with water damage cases, mold contamination, pet restrictions, selective enforcement, illegal budgets and harassment by overzealous board members. For those of you new to the site we offer a Free Case...
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Thanks to the relevance of  https://www.floridacondoattorneys.com.php53-11.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/  I get several calls each day from Florida Condo Owners that have problems with their Associations. Many have water damage claims due to the Association’s failure to maintain the common elements while others have problems with pet restrictions or with harassment from Board members. Because I charge by the...
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In Florida many condo owners and homeowners have problems with their Associations and other owners but aren’t sure if they should hire a lawyer. This post is designed to assist condo owners and homeowners in making that decision. Florida condo owners and homeowners are routinely faced with many problems related to condominium law, the Florida...
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Many Florida Condo Owners have water and mold damage from roof leaks or other leaks caused by the Condo Association's failure to maintain the common elements. Until the Condo Association Board is faced with a lawsuit or the threat of litigation coming from an experienced Trial Attorney they may never take the appropriate steps to...
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According to Jan Bergemann, President of Cyber Citizens For Justice, The new version of H5005 to be approved … shows that all provisions regarding the removal of license requirements for community association managers (CAMs) and all wording regarding dissolving the Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares and Mobile Homes and the Condo Ombudsman’s Office have been removed. Thank...
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Please contact your State Representatives today.  There is a proposal on the agenda for tomorrow March 15, 2011.   This bill will take away what little protection Condo Owners and Homeowners currently have under Florida law.  One of the many negative features of  this bill proposal is to take away the licensing requirements for Community Association Managers (CAM). ...
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Was anybody outraged by the article that appeared in Sunday’s Miami Herald entitled Homeowner Associations Step Up Foreclosure Filings? I don’t know about you but our Courts are already clogged with Lenders filing foreclosure suits, do we really need Condo Associations and Homeowner Associations adding to the congestion with lawuits seeking to foreclose your home...
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In an earlier post on Condo Pet Restrictions  I received a comment that was more of a request for a Free Case Evaluation. In response to the comment I wrote the following: While I welcome all of your comments about the articles and topics on my website I must caution you and any other readers...
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As an experienced Trial Attorney with offices near Fort Lauderdale, Miami and  Aventura, I have helped many Condo Owners and Homeowners resolve disputes that they have with their Associations, Board Members, Property Managers and with other owners.  I have handled all types of cases from water and mold damage due to association failure to maintain...
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Many of us in Florida  live in Condominiums and Homes governed by Associations.   These Associations are typically run by Board Members that we elect to run our development.  What happens when the Board tells us that we can’t have dogs over a certain weight, that our teenagers can’t use the common Gym unless they have a...
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The title of this article is Emotional Support Animals and Service Dogs.  Of course many of you know that I am a Florida Attorney that represents condo owners and homeowners that have disputes with their associations.   I handle all types of cases including condo pet restrictions, mold and water damage cases and cases dealing with 55...
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I have handled many cases in Florida  for condo owners,  homeowners and co-op owners that have claims against their associations.  These cases are all handled on an hourly billing basis.  Some cases settle with a strongly worded letter but others require a series of letters and  litigation.  This can get expensive for the condo or...
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If any of you filled out my contact form and did not receive a reply from me I apologize.  Apparently the “FREE CASE EVALUATION” form was not sending me an email alerting me to your requests.  The problem is now fixed.  In the future please feel free to use the   “FREE CASE EVALUATION” form or call...
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Condo owners, homeowners and co-op owners in Florida all have the right to the quiet use and enjoyment of their homes. How many of you hosted a party or attended a party this Holiday Weekend? Probably a good majority of you did. There may have been music, loud guests and maybe even some fireworks. For...
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Many  Condominium Owners, Homeowners and Co-op Owners living in Florida have problems with their associations. Whether it is due to water damage or mold damage from the association’s failure to maintain,  hurricane claims, personal injury claims in common areas, covenant enforcement,  illegal budget increases, selective enforcement, improper leasing restrictions, tortious interference with owner’s right to...
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The Law Offices of Herb M. Milgrim, P.A. is a Florida Law Firm that specializes in representing Condo Owners, Homeowners and Cooperative Owners that have disputes or are contemplating Litigation or a Lawsuit against their Association.  We provide prospective clients with a Free Case Evaluation. Once we have been retained we review all of the...
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As a Florida Condo Lawyer aiming in representing owners in disputes against their associations I often get asked “how long do I have to file suit against my condo association?”  Many condo owners and homeowners have claims against their associations for “water damage and mold damage damage due to association’s failure to maintain common elements,...
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The rainy season is upon us in Florida. Every afternoon the clouds form and the rain pours. Condo owners and homeowners need to be alert to the signs of roof leaks, water damage and mold contamination.  During heavy rains be sure to check the ceiling and areas around the window for signs of moisture. For...
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Hello everybody. I just wanted to let you know that you can now follow Florida Condo Law on Twitter.  Follow all the important issues involving Condominium Associations, Homeowners’ Associations and Cooperative Associations in Florida.  Some recent topics include: Association Failure to Maintain Common Elements, Association Pet Restrictions, Filing a Lawsuit against your Association, Updates on...
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What do you do when your Condominium Association sends you a letter telling you to get rid of your pet? (The following is the second of   three parts. The first part  discussed pets that are actually “service animals” protected by the Fair Labor Housing Act.  This second second part  discusses “emotional support” animals and the third...
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Every week I get calls from homeowners and condo owners that feel that they are being harassed by a specific board member or that the board member has lied or done something dishonest. This week the call came from an individual living  in a cooperative association or “co-op”.  These types of associations usually have far...
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Most Condominium Owners and Homeowners may already be aware that Governer Crist signed into law Senate Bill 1196, which is a sweeping condominium reform bill. The highlights of the bill are that it now requires banks that foreclose on condo units to pay 12 months of unpaid assessments as opposed to the previous requirement of...
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Under Florida Law the Association is responsible for all damages proximately caused by its failure to maintain the common elements. Because the association's duty is non-delegable the Association will have very few defenses to the owner's claim.
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What do you do when your Condominium Association sends you a letter telling you to get rid of your pet? For many of us our pets are like members of the family so this can be a very traumatic and difficult decision to deal with.  Before you attempt to take on your Condominium Association by...
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In deciding whether to file a lawsuit against your Condominium Association or Homeowner’s Association, one of the most powerful claims that can be raised is the Association’s failure to maintain the common elements. For Condominium Associations governed by Chapter 718 of the Florida Statutes, Section 718.113(1) provides in material part the following: “Maintenance of the...
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Before considering filing suit  against your  Condominium or Homeowner’s Association you must first determine whether your issue needs to be arbitrated before a panel of arbitrators or can be decided by a Judge or Jury.  Florida Statutes §718.1255 for Condominiums and  § 720.311 for Homeowner’s Associations provides  the procedures and conditions for Alternative Dispute Resolution and...
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*You should always consult with a Florida Law Firm that focuses on representing condo owners when contemplating a lawsuit or when faced with the threat of a lawsuit by your condo or homeowner’s association. Alternative dispute resolution (A.D.R.) is discussed in  § 718.1255 of the Florida Statutes dealing with Condominiums.  A.D.R.  is used to resolve a...
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