The CWMEB Journal

• posted: Feb. 03, 2023

Across our client base, we have been witnessing an apparent uptick in incidents of bad behavior by community association owners and residents. Here are some examples: A disturbed resident in Northern Read More

• posted: Feb. 03, 2023

The resale disclosure statutes set forth in the Virginia Condominium Act (“Condo Act”) and the Virginia Property Owners’ Association Act (“POA Act”) establish certain maximum charges that can be assessed Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2023

This is where we answer legal questions commonly posed to us by our insurance and corporate clients. If you have any burning questions that need quick answers, or if you Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2023

In order to establish liability for negligence against a landowner, it first must be established that a legal duty is owed. Whether a legal duty in tort exists under a Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2023

New legislation in Virginia will significantly change insurers’ exposure under the UIM coverage provisions of the auto policies they issue. The amended statute, which becomes effective July 1, 2023, provides Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2022

Regulating holiday displays can be a tricky topic and association boards of directors are well advised to keep certain things in mind when dealing with it.  With the holiday season Read More

• posted: Dec. 07, 2022

Among the criticisms often levied at community associations is a claim that boards of directors cannot infringe on residents’ Constitutional rights.  With Bill of Rights Day being celebrated on December Read More

• posted: Sep. 15, 2022
• Virginia,  District of Columbia,  Board of Directors,  common area,  common elements

While association members generally possess easement rights to use and access common area properties and facilities of the association, may members store, alter, build or grow items on the association’s Read More

• posted: Sep. 15, 2022
• Virginia,  District of Columbia,  Debt Collection

I will often ask clients what they think is the most important thing that common interest community associations do. Many will say maintaining desirability via maintenance of common areas. Others Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2022
• common area,  common elements,  trees

Disputes can arise between owners and their association regarding who is responsible for maintenance or removal when once healthy trees in the community begin to show signs of death or Read More

• posted: Jun. 14, 2022
• Flags

On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted a resolution establishing the general design of the flag of the United States of America.  In fall 1949, over one hundred seventy Read More

• posted: Jun. 06, 2022
• Condominium Act,  Property Owners Association Act

For the first time since 2014, the Virginia General Assembly convened with the legislature featuring divided party control between the Republican-controlled House of Delegates and the Democrat-controlled Senate.  The previous Read More

• posted: Mar. 28, 2022
• Permanent Standard

VOSH Revokes the Virginia Permanent COVID-19 Standard. In these continuing strange and challenging times, it is not always easy to keep up with the latest information and regulations regarding COVID-19, and Read More

• posted: Mar. 15, 2022
• restrictions,  solar

Update on Virginia Law: Covenants Restricting Solar Panels By: Dan Blom Solar Panel Provisions Find a New Home Effective October 1st, please be aware that the statutory provisions restricting the authority of associations Read More

• posted: Mar. 09, 2022
• Debt Collection,  FDCPA,  Validation Notice

COLLECTIONS CORNER: The “Validation Notice” and Complying with New FDCPA Regulations By: Allen Warren If your association refers delinquent accounts to our firm (or any other law firm or collection agency), you may Read More

• posted: Nov. 16, 2021
• District of Columbia,  Electronic Meetings,  Virtual Meetings

There is big news for DC condominium associations regarding their ability to hold virtual annual membership meetings. After emergency COVID legislation allowing virtual meetings had expired, the DC Council has Read More