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🔒 Securing Vacant Properties: Know the Law! 🔒 📢 Attention property owners and managers! Did you know securing vacant buildings isn't just a good idea—it's often the law? 📝 Legal Requirements: Many jurisdictions, like #Detroit and #Philadelphia, mandate property owners to secure vacant buildings to prevent unauthorized entry and reduce the risk of accidents or criminal activity. Failure to comply can result in fines or other penalties. 🚨 Consequences of Non-Compliance: Ignoring these regulations can lead to serious consequences, including fines, citations, and even legal action. Plus, it may jeopardize your property insurance coverage. 💪 Take Action: Invest in security measures like DAWGS (door and window guards) to deter trespassers and protect your property. Stay informed about local regulations and consult with legal experts. Let's keep our communities safe and our properties secure! 🔒✨ #VacantProperty #PropertyManagement Source: THE PHILADELPHIA PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE – SECTION PM-306.0  VACANT PREMISES https://shorturl.at/etEPR DETROIT, MICHIGAN CODE OF ORDINANCES – Chapter 8 - BUILDING CONSTRUCTION AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE - SEC 8-15-113 (10) https://rb.gy/70zh64  CITY OF SOUTH SALT LAKE MUNICIPAL CODE – Chapter 8.44 - SECURING OF VACANT BUILDINGS AND PROPERTY https://shorturl.at/dtuxY  SAN FRANCISCO – Vacant building requirements https://rb.gy/ods9sn 

The importance of following code requirements and the cost of not following them....For the municipalities and for the owners.... https://lnkd.in/eHEvvAyG

Q: After losing a significant part of my building to a fire, I’m now struggling to figure out how to pay the required code upgrades to my 80-year-old property. I thought replacement cost coverage would protect me. Why doesn’t my insurance policy cover these required upgrades? A: Replacement cost coverage—which covers the cost of repairing or replacing damaged property with property of like kind and quality-- often does not cover the cost of updated code compliance when rebuilding. Read more about Ordinance or Law Coverage to learn what’s typically covered, what’s excluded, and where. 

Our latest report reveals that a power washing contractor submitted $11,900 in false invoices to BART. Under the California False Claims Act, the contractor could face $330k in treble damages and penalties for failing to perform services as required. Issues with contract management and miscommunication led to BART paying these invoices despite evidence of subpar work or nonperformance. Proper oversight of contracts is essential for maintaining public trust and upholding BART’s “Safe and Clean” standards. We recommended recovering the $11,900, seeking penalties and damages for the false claims, training staff on effective contract management, and enforcing contract terms more rigorously. BART agreed to our finding and three of our recommendations. #BARTOIG #AuditResults #ContractManagement Watch the summary video and read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gvx-2nJn

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Owning vacant land or farmland may seem like a safe investment, but unexpected legal issues can jeopardize your ownership and peace of mind. ⁣ ⁣ While vacant and farmland properties appear low-risk, unforeseen legal challenges can arise. To ensure the security of your assets, you need to consider asset protection measures.⁣ ⁣ This can be achieved through insurance policies or legal structures specifically designed to safeguard your property. Don't leave the protection of your property or assets to chance!⁣ ⁣ Our asset protection attorneys can provide guidance tailored to your unique situation, recommending the proper legal structures and strategies to secure your future. ⁣ ⁣ Take action today to protect your valuable assets and enjoy peace of mind. Call us and schedule your complimentary consultation now! 📞⁣ ⁣ ---⁣ ♻️ Share if you find it helpful.⁣ 📢 Tag someone who needs it.⁣ 🔔 Follow #MortellaroLaw for more.⁣ ⁣ #EstatePlanning #AssetProtection #FloridaEstatePlanningAttorney #FloridaElderLawAttorney #FloridaAssetProtectionAttorney

Hot off the press, the February issue of BC Take Five has just been sent out this morning to our opted-in subscribers. In this issue, we have summarized what we have selected as the five most interesting cases from the BCCA in January. The featured areas of law are: 1). Motor Vehicle Accident; Damages; Future Loss of Income-Earning Capacity; Standard of Review ~ With 2 Counsel Comments 2). Defamation; Anti-SLAPP; Limitation Periods; Civil Procedure ~ With 2 Counsel Comments 3). Solicitor-Client Privilege; Confidentiality; Administrative Law; Municipal Law; Statutory Interpretation 4). Negligence; Duty of Care; Contracts; Limitations of Liability; Standing; Construction Law ~ With 2 Counsel Comments 5). Motor Vehicle Accident; Damages; Contingencies; Pre-Existing Conditions ~ With Counsel Comments We are grateful to counsel who generously contributed counsel comments (on almost every case!) this month: Mary-Helen Wright; Jon Walker; Tyler Dennis; Daniel Burnett, KC; Morgan Camley; Jasmine Der; Morgan Burris; Andrea Gorys; Madeline Adam; Declan Redman; Luke Zacharias, and Brian Vickers To read this month's Take Five, please click here: https://lnkd.in/gRw3RhpP Sign up to receive our complimentary monthly newsletter (B.C., Alberta, or both)- https://lnkd.in/gBReCzMy

I usually don't post lengthy rants, but I feel compelled to share my recent experience with the legal system, particularly regarding payment disputes. Nearly four years ago, we completed a job for a body corporate. Unbeknownst to us, the decision-maker was an ex-colleague who didn't disclose her involvement. The job itself seemed straightforward: "paint retaining wall." However, the wall had moisture issues, and excavation of the neighbouring driveway wasn't feasible. Our quote explicitly stated that we couldn't guarantee against water ingress. The quote was accepted, and the job was completed. Shortly after, heavy rainfall caused the expected water ingress issues, and the client refused to pay. Despite a site meeting and clear evidence, they insisted we hadn't resolved their waterproofing problem and withheld payment. We took the matter to the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT), where the judge ruled in our favor. The client appealed, which extended the ordeal for another two years. Despite the appeal being denied and a retired high court judge who was the "judicial member" criticizing the client, they still refused to pay. Seven months post-verdict, we are still chasing the $6,000 owed, having spent over $10,000 in legal fees. The latest communication from the client, who resides in Victoria, stated they had no intention of attending enforcement hearings or paying, and we would have to find them to arrest them. This person is acting on behalf of the body corporate. This experience raises a crucial question: Why is there such a discrepancy in the enforcement of penalties? A missed speeding ticket sees escalating fines, yet a blatant disregard for a court order seems to carry little consequence. I'm sharing this so that other business owners in a similar situation can hopefully avoid a costly protracted battle where even when you win you lose.

Substantial changes have been made to planning enforcement periods effective from 25 April 2024 (subject to transitional arrangements). Within this article, myself and Hayley Cole take a look at these changes and the potential implications. #RealEstate. #Planning

Document Retention is HOA governance 101. Does your community have a document retention policy? https://lnkd.in/egzpTD43