A lesson in a reversed and remanded case decided by Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal: Consider the limits when…
Don't Let The Threat of Hurricane Season Sneak Up On You - Katrina Sosa
Jonathan S. Goldstein is featured in the Florida Community Association Journal - July 2020
Haber Law is pleased to announce the addition of Associate Kristen E. Ferrer to accommodate the firm's growing real estate and condominium…
Join us on June 30th with OZK's Vice President of Association Services Jeff Ulm to discuss financial considerations and solutions…
Lauren Fallick and Chris Utrera present a webinar in conjunction with Brickell Homeowners Association.
A new, neighboring building is being constructed, or an existing adjacent building is undergoing renovations, which poses the risk of…
Join us Thursday, May 21st as we discuss community associations & COVID-19 recovery.
The world has changed dramatically in the last ninety days. Just last year, the question of whether a restaurant would…
Now, social media is all the rage with law firms jockeying for position on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
In the best of times, any community association’s duty to protect residents by preventing foreseeable harm is a complicated quandary.
Litigation can be a time-consuming, stressful, and often expensive process. A civil dispute can drag on for years, causing out-of-pocket…
Join us Thursday, April 30th as we discuss the affects of the coronavirus on condominiums.
The current pandemic has ravaged the restaurant industry and has caused hardship on a scale not previously imagined. It used…
The coronavirus pandemic has almost caused the Florida court system to completely shut down. Most of the buildings are closed…
Join us for a conversation with Marquis President, Josh Tomey on what associations need to know for handling coronavirus concerns,…
Join us for a webinar to learn more about how COVID-19 is impacting South Florida business. Read our article for…
At Haber Law, the health and safety of our employees, clients, professional colleagues, and strategic partners is our top priority.…
Join us for a conversation with Castle Group President, Craig Vaughan on what associations need to know for handling coronavirus…
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
Critical Intersection Where Coronavirus, Biometrics and Condo Associations Meet
So, you retained a contractor, money is still owed, and their work is near completion—now what?
Join us on March 10th as Jonathan Goldstein, Esq., Partner at Haber Law, will conduct a seminar for condominium directors…
Over the past forty years, the United States has experienced a sweeping movement to ban smoking from just about everywhere.…
Haber Law was pleased to host the University of Florida Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars (MFOS) Alumni Event on Thursday, February…
We all know that you can divorce your husband or your wife when the relationship turns bad, but can you…
Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method, where the participants meet with a third party (mediator) to negotiate a…
Can the Board of Directors decide to change the color of your condominium building or the interior hallways from carpet…
It is important to consider whether there may be a potential basis for punitive damages in any business or commercial…
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Condominium associations across South Florida have come under scrutiny for imposing mandatory, non-refundable “transfer fees” on residents in connection with…
Haber Law and Biscayne Neighborhoods Association hosted a seminar for condominium board members. Attendees learned how insurance claims affect their…
Parenting plans will vary according to each family’s unique circumstances. However, any parenting plan approved by the Court must, at…
As discussed in Part I of this series, there are several key provisions that should be given careful consideration by…
Haber Law and KW Property Management & Consulting hosted a panel discussion for condominium board members on technology in condominiums.…
Last week, a Miami-Dade County Court struck down Miami Beach’s ban on short-term rentals, which prohibits rental periods of less…
Election season is nearly upon us, and many associations are considering whether to adopt online voting (or “E-Voting”). On July…
Investors should be cautious of the unique — and sometimes complex — operational, financing and leasing aspects of cold storage…
Brickell Homeowners Association Members were invited to join an educational program presented by Haber Law on How to Handle Construction Defect Claims. Speakers from…
The building owner and a cigar shop that wanted to open are suing each other, claiming the other didn't live…
In any business litigation involving a breach of contract claim, it is crucial that the attorneys on the case perform…
David B. Haber and Franchesco Soto of Haber Law recognized for their work in Construction Law and Construction Litigation. MIAMI,…
Time-sharing during a divorce can be easy if you have two cooperative parents dedicated to reasonable co-parenting. It can also…
A Miami-Dade judge ruled the developers of Regalia, a luxury condo tower in Sunny Isles Beach, must turn over 100…
A recent case, Coastal Creek Condominium Association, Inc. v. FLA Trust Services LLC has upped the ante in the fight to collect…
In negotiating commercial leases, there are several key provisions that should be given careful attention by both landlords and tenants.…
Demand for industrial real estate continues to increase, due to a strong market, favorable interest rates, and the expansion of…
Every limited liability company should have an Operating Agreement. It is amazing how many business people approach us, who have…
Positioned at the intersection of culture and business Haber Law
From Hurricane Andrew to Hurricane Irma, the State of Florida has endured numerous destructive storms that foreshadow greater potential for…
If you have furnished labor, services or materials on a construction project in Florida and have outstanding payments due, then filing…
On June 26, 2019, the Sun Sentinel published an editorial: “The Florida Supreme Court’s new evidence rule makes it harder to…
Most business people are probably familiar with, and expect to see, force majeure clauses in their contracts. This is an important contract…
Court rooms can be similar to high schools. There is a dress code, albeit unspoken, and there are certain norms…
What a difference a month makes… Last month, we provided an update on various pieces of legislation that would have…
Florida does not require Limited Liability Companies (LLC’s) to have an Operating Agreement. So why is it recommended, and important,…
I recently celebrated my ten-year anniversary with Haber Law. Looking back, it is remarkable how different the practice of law…
Haber Law hosted a spectacular educational event, the Hurricane Preparedness Forum in Wynwood. Guests enjoyed a catered networker and art…
Various bills that could dramatically affect Florida associations are presently under consideration during the current legislative session. The list below…
The first installment of Haber Law Presents ART EXHIBITION SERIES // featured works by local graffiti art legend Atomik, famous…
Law is a service business,” says Haber. “It’s about service and results. Our core values and work style emphasize creativity,…
Whether it be a severe thunderstorm or a full-blown hurricane, it’s important to be prepared for the worst. Hurricane season…
Are you having complications with Airbnb renters? Too many emotional support animals? WHAT ARE YOUR LEGAL PARAMETERS? This presentation for…
“How can letting people work less and have more flexibility equate to being more profitable? The answer is in retention...
Some associations are unaware that they could be entitled to an exemption for the sales tax related to a major…
Florida Courts are required to recognize judgments of all kinds from other U.S. states, including divorce judgments. In fact, there is a…
To the average Floridian, the term “confession of judgment” is likely to be unfamiliar. One reason for this may be…
In part one of this blog post, we covered the basics of condo terminations, dived into how they work, and…
Until recently, there has been some debate on this litigation question caused by the interpretation of some Courts that a…
Imagine not being able to collect homeowners’ association dues or enforce rules in your community. For homeowners’ associations approaching thirty…
The Florida divorce courts have strict limitations on who can file for divorce in Florida. Florida law requires that before…
The Miami Herald published an article last year – “Real Estate Developers Ran Out of Waterfront Property. Now They Might Want to…
We previously discussed in a prior blog post on Florida condo legislation that new requirements were established by the Florida Legislature pertaining to…
A construction project can be a complicated, frustrating, and costly process with a complicated construction contract. In addition to the headaches…
Have you created a product that is entitled to protection? What do you have to do in order to make…
Despite the cooling of the South Florida real estate market and rising interest rates from lenders, 2018 was still a…
In 2017, extensive legislative changes were made to laws governing various condominium governance items, including board member recall procedures and…
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 so controversial, one South Florida juror has stepped in to question a judge's authority to mandate…
Imagine you’re at the Thanksgiving dinner table with those you love the most—your family. Before you know it, someone asks,…
The current Geographic Targeting Order (GTO), issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Treasury,…
Haber Law has moved from downtown Miami to a Wynwood building that defies the traditional law firm setting with street…
Haber Law hosted an exhibition of our innovative new workspace located in the heart of Wynwood. The new space contains a…
In this third blog post in a series providing 2018 legislative updates, we discuss legislative changes clarifying condominium conflict of…
In a crucial 4-3 decision, in Delisle v. Crane, Case (No. SC16- 2182) (Oct 15. 2018), the Florida Supreme Court has clarified…
In this digital age, it can be more convenient for board members to simply communicate about association business via email…
The Fourth District Court of Appeal recently rendered a decision in Gindel v. Centex Homes (Fla. L. Weekly D2112d), which will impact…
In this second blog post in a series providing 2018 legislative updates, we discuss legislative changes affecting material alteration requirements and…
The intersection of Florida’s recent medical marijuana legalization and community association law is complicated. The use of medical marijuana within…
There has been much discussion regarding how the environment and demands of practicing law facilitates stress-induced mental and emotional illnesses…
When negotiating construction contracts for either residential or commercial projects, there are several key provisions that should be given careful attention. The…
Wynwood is attracting another kind of smaller, home-grown business. David B. Haber, founder of the law firm Haber Slade, is…
All too often, a client will present a contract proposal to me (design services for an improvement project, internet and…
A recent decision from an appellate court in Tallahassee will likely create significant hurdles for condominium unit owners who wish…
In this first entry in a series of posts providing 2018 legislative updates, we discuss changes affecting the day-to-day record…
Most people have an extremely negative reaction when they learn that they, or their business, are being sued. There are…
Real estate attorney David Haber, founder and managing shareholder with Miami firm Haber Law, helped secure two settlements worth about $3,069,251…
The Word Is Out on Attorneys’ Mental Health Numerous headlines in media channels, such as The Wall Street Journal, American Bar Association (ABA), The…
Practicing lawyers do not always understand what summary judgment is and how to win on a summary judgment motion. In…