Finding Damages Can’t Exceed Contract Value, Miami Court Reverses $5.9M Punitive Award

5 years ago

A lesson in a reversed and remanded case decided by Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal: Consider the limits when…

Katrina Sosa featured in the FCA Journal’s “Prepare Now!” article for community associations

5 years ago

Don't Let The Threat of Hurricane Season Sneak Up On You - Katrina Sosa

Jonathan S. Goldstein named a Leader in the Industry by FCA Journal magazine

5 years ago

Jonathan S. Goldstein is featured in the Florida Community Association Journal - July 2020

Haber Law Adds Associate Kristen E. Ferrer to Real Estate Team

5 years ago

Haber Law is pleased to announce the addition of Associate Kristen E. Ferrer to accommodate the firm's growing real estate and condominium…

Financial Considerations & Solutions for Condo Associations

5 years ago

Join us on June 30th with OZK's Vice President of Association Services Jeff Ulm to discuss financial considerations and solutions…

BHA Webinar – Neighboring Construction Issues: Claims and Solutions

5 years ago

Lauren Fallick and Chris Utrera present a webinar in conjunction with Brickell Homeowners Association.

Don’t Love Thy Neighbor’s Construction Project Damaging Your Building? An Overview of Potential Claims and Remedies.

5 years ago

A new, neighboring building is being constructed, or an existing adjacent building is undergoing renovations, which poses the risk of…

Community Associations & COVID-19 Recovery

6 years ago

Join us Thursday, May 21st as we discuss community associations & COVID-19 recovery.  

Florida Restaurant Owners Ask: Can I Take a Customer’s Temperature?

6 years ago

The world has changed dramatically in the last ninety days. Just last year, the question of whether a restaurant would…

The Florida Bar Is Taking a Hard Look at Lawyers’ Social Media Content

6 years ago

Now, social media is all the rage with law firms jockeying for position on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Community Association Safety Issues in the Time of COVID-19

6 years ago

In the best of times, any community association’s duty to protect residents by preventing foreseeable harm is a complicated quandary.

When Are Your Civil Litigation Attorneys’ Fees Recoverable?

6 years ago

Litigation can be a time-consuming, stressful, and often expensive process. A civil dispute can drag on for years, causing out-of-pocket…

Webinar: What is Happening in Condominiums as the Coronavirus Escalates?

6 years ago

Join us Thursday, April 30th as we discuss the affects of the coronavirus on condominiums.

Legal Issues for Restaurant Owners

6 years ago

The current pandemic has ravaged the restaurant industry and has caused hardship on a scale not previously imagined. It used…

Adapting the Justice System to the New Coronavirus Normal

6 years ago

The coronavirus pandemic has almost caused the Florida court system to completely shut down. Most of the buildings are closed…

Latest Legal Considerations: Condo Associations & COVID-19 Webinar with Marquis Vice President

6 years ago

Join us for a conversation with Marquis President, Josh Tomey on what associations need to know for handling coronavirus concerns,…

Our Upcoming Webinars and Guidance for Community Associations

6 years ago

Join us for a webinar to learn more about how COVID-19 is impacting South Florida business. Read our article for…

A Message from Our Managing & Founding Shareholder, David B. Haber

6 years ago

At Haber Law, the health and safety of our employees, clients, professional colleagues, and strategic partners is our top priority.…

Latest Legal Considerations: Condo Associations & COVID-19 Webinar with Castle Group President

6 years ago

Join us for a conversation with Castle Group President, Craig Vaughan on what associations need to know for handling coronavirus…

Latest Legal Considerations: Condo Associations & COVID-19 Webinar

6 years ago

Join us for a basic playbook of what associations need to know for handling coronavirus concerns, including: access to common…

Haber Law’s Nilka Gomez Named President-Elect of ALA South Florida Chapter

6 years ago

Haber Law’s Nilka Gomez Named President-Elect of ALA South Florida Chapter

Critical Intersection Where Coronavirus, Biometrics and Condo Associations Meet

6 years ago

Critical Intersection Where Coronavirus, Biometrics and Condo Associations Meet

Not So Fast! Closing Out Construction Projects

6 years ago

So, you retained a contractor, money is still owed, and their work is near completion—now what?

Compliance and Legal Strategies for Condominium Directors

6 years ago

Join us on March 10th as Jonathan Goldstein, Esq., Partner at Haber Law, will conduct a seminar for condominium directors…

Smoking in Condo Associations: Cigarettes & Medical Marijuana

6 years ago

Over the past forty years, the United States has experienced a sweeping movement to ban smoking from just about everywhere.…

University of Florida MFOS Alumni Event

6 years ago

Haber Law was pleased to host the University of Florida Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars (MFOS) Alumni Event on Thursday, February…

Miami Herald Business Monday: How to Divorce Your Business Partner

6 years ago

We all know that you can divorce your husband or your wife when the relationship turns bad, but can you…

Considerations in Settling Cases (Mediation/Settlement Conferences)

6 years ago

Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method, where the participants meet with a third party (mediator) to negotiate a…

Condominium Association Material Alterations

6 years ago

Can the Board of Directors decide to change the color of your condominium building or the interior hallways from carpet…

Consideration of Punitive Damages in Business Disputes

6 years ago

It is important to consider whether there may be a potential basis for punitive damages in any business or commercial…

Haber Law Presents ART EXHIBITION SERIES //

6 years ago

Event details coming soon. Join our mailing list to receive updates and invitations.

Miami Transfer Fee Controversies: A Wake Up Call for Associations

6 years ago

Condominium associations across South Florida have come under scrutiny for imposing mandatory, non-refundable “transfer fees” on residents in connection with…

Insurance Claims and Your Condo Association

6 years ago

Haber Law and Biscayne Neighborhoods Association hosted a seminar for condominium board members. Attendees learned how insurance claims affect their…

Top 10 Things to Include in a Parenting Plan

6 years ago

Parenting plans will vary according to each family’s unique circumstances. However, any parenting plan approved by the Court must, at…

Key Provisions in a Commercial Lease – Part II

6 years ago

As discussed in Part I of this series, there are several key provisions that should be given careful consideration by…

Optimizing the Use of Technology in Condominiums

6 years ago

Haber Law and KW Property Management & Consulting hosted a panel discussion for condominium board members on technology in condominiums.…

Short-Term Rentals in Miami Beach, Now What?

6 years ago

Last week, a Miami-Dade County Court struck down Miami Beach’s ban on short-term rentals, which prohibits rental periods of less…

Should Your Condo Association Adopt Online Voting?

6 years ago

Election season is nearly upon us, and many associations are considering whether to adopt online voting (or “E-Voting”).  On July…

Investing in Cold Storage While Staying Out of Hot Water

6 years ago

Investors should be cautious of the unique — and sometimes complex — operational, financing and leasing aspects of cold storage…

How to Handle Construction Defect Claims

6 years ago

Brickell Homeowners Association Members were invited to join an educational program presented by Haber Law on How to Handle Construction Defect Claims. Speakers from…

Leaks, Structural Issues at Root of Coral Rock House Court Battle

6 years ago

The building owner and a cigar shop that wanted to open are suing each other, claiming the other didn't live…

What is a Contract Provision “Material Term?”

6 years ago

In any business litigation involving a breach of contract claim, it is crucial that the attorneys on the case perform…

Haber Law Attorneys Recognized as The Best Lawyers in America© 2020

6 years ago

David B. Haber and Franchesco Soto of Haber Law recognized for their work in Construction Law and Construction Litigation. MIAMI,…

10 Signs That You Have a Time-Sharing Problem

6 years ago

Time-sharing during a divorce can be easy if you have two cooperative parents dedicated to reasonable co-parenting. It can also…

Inside the saga that led Regalia’s developers to lose ownership of their most prized units

6 years ago

A Miami-Dade judge ruled the developers of Regalia, a luxury condo tower in Sunny Isles Beach, must turn over 100…

A Condominium Association Victory in the Ongoing Fight for a Prior Owner’s Assessments

6 years ago

A recent case, Coastal Creek Condominium Association, Inc. v. FLA Trust Services LLC has upped the ante in the fight to collect…

Key Provisions in a Commercial Lease – Part I

6 years ago

In negotiating commercial leases, there are several key provisions that should be given careful attention by both landlords and tenants.…

The Link Between E-Commerce and the Increase in US Cold Storage Facilities

6 years ago

Demand for industrial real estate continues to increase, due to a strong market, favorable interest rates, and the expansion of…

What’s In Your Operating Agreement?

6 years ago

Every limited liability company should have an Operating Agreement. It is amazing how many business people approach us, who have…

Top 5 Live the Good Life

6 years ago

Positioned at the intersection of culture and business Haber Law

Hurricane Preparedness and Loss Mitigation for Community Associations

6 years ago

From Hurricane Andrew to Hurricane Irma, the State of Florida has endured numerous destructive storms that foreshadow greater potential for…

How to File a Mechanics Lien in Florida

6 years ago

If you have furnished labor, services or materials on a construction project in Florida and have outstanding payments due, then filing…

How Florida’s Adoption of the Daubert Standard Can Impact Construction Defect Lawsuits

6 years ago

On June 26, 2019, the Sun Sentinel published an editorial: “The Florida Supreme Court’s new evidence rule makes it harder to…

Negotiating Delay Clauses In Contracts – When Force Majeure Is Not Enough

6 years ago

Most business people are probably familiar with, and expect to see, force majeure clauses in their contracts.  This is an important contract…

The Importance of Hiring Local Counsel

6 years ago

Court rooms can be similar to high schools. There is a dress code, albeit unspoken, and there are certain norms…

Legislative Session Update Part II – Bills That Were Passed

7 years ago

What a difference a month makes… Last month, we provided an update on various pieces of legislation that would have…

Why Having an Operating Agreement is Important for a Florida LLC

7 years ago

Florida does not require Limited Liability Companies (LLC’s) to have an Operating Agreement. So why is it recommended, and important,…

Ten Years with Haber Law: From Faxes to iPhones, Continued Innovation

7 years ago

I recently celebrated my ten-year anniversary with Haber Law. Looking back, it is remarkable how different the practice of law…

HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS FORUM

7 years ago

Haber Law hosted a spectacular educational event, the Hurricane Preparedness Forum in Wynwood. Guests enjoyed a catered networker and art…

Legislative Session Update – What You Need to Know

7 years ago

Various bills that could dramatically affect Florida associations are presently under consideration during the current legislative session. The list below…

Haber Law Presents ART EXHIBITION SERIES // featuring Atomik

7 years ago

The first installment of Haber Law Presents ART EXHIBITION SERIES // featured works by local graffiti art legend Atomik, famous…

MIAMI Magazine Power Players

7 years ago

Law is a service business,” says Haber. “It’s about service and results. Our core values and work style emphasize creativity,…

How to Prepare Your Law Office for Extreme Weather Events

7 years ago

Whether it be a severe thunderstorm or a full-blown hurricane, it’s important to be prepared for the worst. Hurricane season…

HOT TOPICS: ADDRESSING TODAY’S TOP ISSUES

7 years ago

Are you having complications with Airbnb renters? Too many emotional support animals? WHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL PARAMETERS? This presentation for…

Can Work-life Balance Improve Your Bottom Line?

7 years ago

“How can letting people work less and have more flexibility equate to being more profitable? The answer is in retention...

Is Your Association Missing Out on a Utilities Sales Tax Exemption?

7 years ago

Some associations are unaware that they could be entitled to an exemption for the sales tax related to a major…

How do Florida Courts Address Divorce Judgments from Foreign Countries?

7 years ago

Florida Courts are required to recognize judgments of all kinds from other U.S. states, including divorce judgments. In fact, there is a…

The Future of Confessions of Judgment in Florida and Beyond

7 years ago

To the average Floridian, the term “confession of judgment” is likely to be unfamiliar. One reason for this may be…

Optional Condo Terminations

7 years ago

In part one of this blog post, we covered the basics of condo terminations, dived into how they work, and…

Florida Statute of Limitations on a Judgment Lasts 20 Years

7 years ago

Until recently, there has been some debate on this litigation question caused by the interpretation of some Courts that a…

Recent Changes to the Marketable Record Title Act

7 years ago

Imagine not being able to collect homeowners’ association dues or enforce rules in your community. For homeowners’ associations approaching thirty…

The Florida Divorce Courts Are No Place for Tourists

7 years ago

The Florida divorce courts have strict limitations on who can file for divorce in Florida. Florida law requires that before…

Condo Terminations – What Are They and How Do They Work?

7 years ago

The Miami Herald published an article last year – “Real Estate Developers Ran Out of Waterfront Property. Now They Might Want to…

The Deadline Has Passed – Is Your Condominium Website Compliant?

7 years ago

We previously discussed in a prior blog post on Florida condo legislation that new requirements were established by the Florida Legislature pertaining to…

Tips for Homeowners on Florida’s Construction Lien Law

7 years ago

A construction project can be a complicated, frustrating, and costly process with a complicated construction contract.  In addition to the headaches…

What is a Trade Secret?

7 years ago

Have you created a product that is entitled to protection? What do you have to do in order to make…

Year in Review – Haber Law’s Notable Transactions from 2018

7 years ago

Despite the cooling of the South Florida real estate market and rising interest rates from lenders, 2018 was still a…

Legislative Update Continued: Recalls and Financial Reporting

7 years ago

In 2017, extensive legislative changes were made to laws governing various condominium governance items, including board member recall procedures and…

Unsafe Balconies, Water Leaks, Other Flaws Claimed at Luxury Sunny Isles Beach Condo

7 years ago

The condo association for the high-end Regalia is suing the developer, architectural firm Arquitectonica and others over alleged design and…

Summary Jury Trials Are Popping Up in Florida Courtrooms, Stirring Controversy

7 years ago

Summary jury trials are so controversial, one South Florida juror has stepped in to question a judge's authority to mandate…

5 Ways to Prevent Family Business Lawsuits

7 years ago

Imagine you’re at the Thanksgiving dinner table with those you love the most—your family. Before you know it, someone asks,…

An End to the Geographic Targeting Order and Reporting Requirements for Cash Purchases of Real Estate? Not Likely.

7 years ago

The current Geographic Targeting Order (GTO), issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Treasury,…

Law firm moves into art-adorned building in Wynwood (photos)

7 years ago

Haber Law has moved from downtown Miami to a Wynwood building that defies the traditional law firm setting with street…

Haber Law Grand Opening Event in Wynwood

7 years ago

Haber Law hosted an exhibition of our innovative new workspace located in the heart of Wynwood. The new space contains a…

2018 Legislative Update – Condominium Association Board of Director Conflicts

7 years ago

In this third blog post in a series providing 2018 legislative updates, we discuss legislative changes clarifying condominium conflict of…

The ‘Frye’ Standard Is the Law in Fla., ‘a Monumental Game Changer’

7 years ago

In a crucial 4-3 decision, in Delisle v. Crane, Case (No. SC16-   2182) (Oct 15. 2018), the Florida Supreme Court has clarified…

Board Transparency to Unit Owners is Key

7 years ago

In this digital age, it can be more convenient for board members to simply communicate about association business via email…

New Florida Appellate Court Decision Finds That A Pre-Suit Notice of Defect Constitutes an “Action” for Purposes of the Statute of Repose

7 years ago

The Fourth District Court of Appeal recently rendered a decision in Gindel v. Centex Homes (Fla. L. Weekly D2112d), which will impact…

2018 Legislative Update: Changes Affecting Material Alteration Requirements and Electric Vehicle Owners

7 years ago

In this second blog post in a series providing 2018 legislative updates, we discuss legislative changes affecting material alteration requirements and…

Medical Marijuana and Community Association Life

7 years ago

The intersection of Florida’s recent medical marijuana legalization and community association law is complicated. The use of medical marijuana within…

World Mental Health Day: Focusing on Young Adults

7 years ago

There has been much discussion regarding how the environment   and demands of practicing law facilitates stress-induced mental   and emotional illnesses…

Key Provisions in a Construction Contract – Part 1

7 years ago

When negotiating construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects, there are several key provisions that should be given careful attention. The…

Wynwood is Getting a Slew of New Offices. Can the Neighborhood’s Character Survive?

7 years ago

Wynwood is attracting another kind of smaller, home-grown business. David B. Haber, founder of the law firm Haber Slade, is…

You’re Negotiating Wrong – Here are Key Ways to Improve

7 years ago

All too often, a client will present a contract proposal to me (design services for an improvement project, internet and…

Court Ruling Complicates Condominium Member Lawsuits

7 years ago

A recent decision from an appellate court in Tallahassee will likely create significant hurdles for condominium unit owners who wish…

2018 Legislative Update – Changes Affecting Condominium Association Maintenance and Preservation of Official Records

7 years ago

In this first entry in a series of posts providing 2018 legislative updates, we discuss changes affecting the day-to-day record…

10 Things to Do When You Get Sued

7 years ago

Most people have an extremely negative reaction when they learn that they, or their business, are being sued. There are…

Latest Chapter in the Vizcayne Condos Saga Has a $3 Million Settlement Attached to It

7 years ago

Real estate attorney David Haber, founder and managing shareholder with Miami firm Haber Law, helped secure two settlements worth about $3,069,251…

Haber Law Attorneys Make Their Mental Health a Priority

7 years ago

The Word Is Out on Attorneys’ Mental Health Numerous headlines in media channels, such as The Wall Street Journal, American Bar Association (ABA), The…

Summary Judgment: How to Get It and How to Beat It

7 years ago

Practicing lawyers do not always understand what summary judgment is and how to win on a summary judgment motion. In…