Texas condominium associations are responsible for a seemingly limitless number of issues about the property. That includes upkeep, repairs, maintenance and improvements. Often, the disputes over these factors are relatively minor. People might be asked to pay certain...
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Year: 2021
Understanding what HOAs can regulate
In general, homeowner’s associations may regulate many concerns that impact shared amenities and private portions of a neighborhood. One of the intended benefits of a homeowner’s association (HOA) is to keep property values high. It is helpful to know what homeowner’s...
Overview of how bad faith insurance works in Texas
Property Owners Associations, or POAs, are an important of Houston’s economic life. Whether they are involved in a residential neighborhood or with a commercial complex, they play an important role in maintaining properties and the surrounding areas. Not surprisingly,...
Steps businesses can take to adhere to religious accommodations
In Texas and across the United States, the landscape is changing rapidly in how employees are treated on the job. Granted greater freedom to express themselves without fear of having it impact their employment, this is generally beneficial. Also, the increase in...
Different types of workplace discrimination
Employers need to be familiar with the different types of workplace discrimination claims so they can ensure they steer clear of workplace discrimination and any claims that go along with it. Employers can better protect themselves from claims of workplace...
Insurance law for repairing and replacing a condominium in Texas
The past winter in Texas brought to light how quickly property can be damaged or outright destroyed. Weather events, fires, flooding and other issues can leave a property owner wondering what insurance will cover and when they can set about rebuilding and repairing....
Religious discrimination and employer accommodations
It is against the law to discriminate against an applicant or employee in the workplace based on his or her religious beliefs. This includes discrimination against people who practice traditional, organized religions and people who have sincerely held religious,...
Working with deed restrictions in POA’s
Deed restrictions are part of a bundle of legal obligations and entitlements that usually go along with home ownership in community interest developments. Deed restrictions place limits on what the homeowner can or cannot do to their home, and can be added on by the...
Law shields LGBT employees from discrimination in Texas
Texas is known for its adherence to the principles of personal responsibility and individuality without overwhelming government intervention. While this is undoubtedly a positive and it is beneficial for people to feel the freedom to be who they are without fear of...
Proactive steps to prevent claims of workplace discrimination
Workplace discrimination is a detrimental allegation that can cause problems and losses for Houston-area businesses. When an employee claims that they suffered discrimination or harassment at the hands of their employer, their claim may drag on for months and bring...