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Water damage in a condominium can devastate your unit and disrupt your entire life. HOAs, property managers, and neighboring unit owners do not always act quickly or responsibly. Delays and negligence can make the damage significantly worse. Determining liability in a condo setting is often complicated and contested. You deserve prompt action and full accountability. The Law Offices of Herb M. Milgrim, P.A. helps condo owners identify responsible parties and pursue the compensation they deserve. We fight hard to protect your unit and your financial interests. Contact us today to discuss your water damage case.

Sep

Is Your Condo Board Stalling on Repairs? What Is the Statute of Limitations for Suing a Florida Condo Association for Property Damage?

September 10, 2026usman.siddiqui52@gmail.comCondominium Law, water damage

If water is pouring through your ceiling from a failing common-element roof, or mold is actively destroying your drywall because the building’s exterior envelope is compromised, you are living through a high-stakes countdown. Condominium boards across the Sunshine State routinely use “delay and pray” tactics—promising repairs next month, waiting on engineering reports, or dragging out...

Jan

Condo Water Damage? Advice from Your Florida Condo Attorney

January 2, 2026firstpageattorneymarketing@gmail.comCondo and HOA Laws, Condo Water Damage Claims, water damage

Dealing with condo water damage can feel overwhelming for any Florida unit owner. Water issues in condominiums often spark disputes between owners and associations. Understanding your rights under Florida law protects your investment and helps you take proper action. This guide explains what you need to know when facing water-related property damage. Understanding Common Elements...

Dec

Checking for Water Damage After Heavy Rains

December 28, 2020Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condo Water Damage Claims, water damage

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...

Oct

The Role of a Mold Assessor in Your Condo’s Black Mold Florida Claim

October 22, 2020Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Owners Rights, Toxic Mold in Condos, water damage

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...

May

Mold and Water Damage in Condos Caused by Association’s Failure to Maintain Common Elements

May 28, 2020Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condo and HOA Laws, Condo Water Damage Claims, Condominium Law, Toxic Mold in Condos, water damage

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,...

Apr

What Maintenance and Repair Responsibilities Will I Have in My New Florida Condo

April 8, 2020Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condo and HOA Laws, Condo Water Damage Claims, Condominium Law, Owners Rights, water damage

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...

Jan

FAQs About Mold and Moisture in Your Florida Condo

January 8, 2020Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condo and HOA Laws, Condo Water Damage Claims, Condominium Law, Owners Rights, Toxic Mold in Condos, water damage

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...

Nov

Who Will Pay for the Water Damage in my Florida Condo

November 14, 2019Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condo Water Damage Claims, Condominium Law, Owners Rights, water damage

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...

Mar

Good News for Florida Condo Owners and Homeowners

March 31, 2017Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condo and HOA Laws, Owners Rights, Pet Restrictions, water damage

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...

Jul

Should I Sue My Condo Association?

July 22, 2010Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condo and HOA Laws, Owners Rights, water damage

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...

Jun

How Long Do I Have To File Suit Against My Condo Association?

June 23, 2010Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condominium Law, water damage

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,...

Jun

Condo water damage: who is responsible?

June 17, 2010Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condominium Law, water damage

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...

Jun

Condominium Association Failure to Maintain Common Elements-(part 2)

June 1, 2010Herb M. Milgrim, Esq.Condominium Law, water damage

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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