What’s The Difference Between Condo Declarations, HOA Covenants, And Rules & Regulations?
At Perez Mayoral, P.A., we represent homeowners and condominium unit owners across Florida in disputes with their associations. Many conflicts arise from questions about whether an association has the power to enforce certain restrictions. Florida law draws important distinctions between declarations, covenants, and rules and regulations. Understanding these differences is critical for...
The Implied Covenant Of Good Faith And Fair Dealing In Florida Contracts
At Perez Mayoral, P.A., we regularly advise clients on contractual disputes. One of the most commonly misunderstood concepts in Florida contract law is the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing. While Florida courts recognize this covenant in every contract, it is not a free-standing obligation—it must be tied directly to...
Why Your HOA’s Attorney Is Not Your Attorney — And Why You May Need Your Own
Many Florida homeowners misunderstand the role of the attorney hired by their condominium or homeowners’ association. It’s easy to assume that because you pay dues (and a portion of those dues fund legal expenses), the association’s attorney is also your attorney. But under Florida law, that is not the case. If you...
Florida Condominium Unit Owner Bill Of Rights
At Perez Mayoral, P.A., we represent condominium unit owners and homeowners—not associations or management companies. Florida law provides significant rights to condo owners, but many residents are unaware of these protections or how to enforce them when associations fail to comply with their legal obligations. If an association or management company is...
Disputing HOA Elections And Misconduct
As our Orlando, FL HOA lawyer can tell you, living in a community with a homeowners’ association (HOA) means that a board of directors manages your neighborhood. These board members are usually elected by the homeowners and are expected to act in the best interest of the community. However, problems arise when...
Landscaping Conflicts With Your HOA
Our Boca Raton, FL HOA lawyer knows that many homeowners take pride in their yards and outdoor spaces, but if you live in a community with a homeowners association (HOA), disputes over landscaping are common. While HOAs are meant to maintain uniformity and protect property values, their rules can sometimes feel restrictive....
Pet Disputes At Your Condo
Our Boca Raton, FL condo lawyer knows that pets are often part of the family, but living in a condo can create conflict when rules and neighbor concerns come into play. Condo associations typically set regulations about the types of pets allowed, size limits, noise restrictions, and how animals can use shared...
When Condo Associations Neglect Repairs
As our Naples, FL condo lawyer understands, owning a condo gives you the benefit of shared amenities and reduced responsibility for exterior upkeep. However, problems often arise when the condo association does not properly maintain the building’s exterior or common areas. As a condo owner, you pay monthly dues expecting that maintenance...
Condo & HOA Negligent Security Attorney Florida: Your Rights As A Crime Victim In A Condo Or HOA
If you or a loved one has been the victim of a crime in a condominium or HOA setting, you may have legal options against the association itself. In Florida, negligent security claims hold property owners—and in the case of shared communities, associations—responsible when they fail to take reasonable steps to protect...
Can I Sue My HOA For Injuries? Understanding When The Association Is Liable
When someone is injured in a community governed by a homeowners association (HOA) or condominium association, two of the first questions that come up are: Can I sue my HOA for injuries and do I need an Orlando, FL HOA lawyer to do this? The answer depends on where the accident happened,...