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October 30, 2024

A major decision was handed down by The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia on October 24, 2024, regarding the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). We previously posted on the CTA and the impact the law could have on community associations. In the case, Community Associations Institute, et al. v. Janet Yellen, Secretary of the United States Department of the Treasury et al, the Court has decided to deny the Plaintiffs motion for a preliminary injunction that could have prevented the CTA from being enforced temporarily.

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October 29, 2024

On March 13, 2024, the Supreme Court of New Jersey reversed the dismissal of a couple’s counterclaim against their condominium association for discrimination.   The association had taken legal action against the couple for violating its rules after they adopted a 63-pound dog as an emotional support animal.   

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October 23, 2024

A new law from New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, which officially took effect on September 12, 2024, involves the enactment of a new set of responsibilities for owners and operators of specific public community water systems in relation to protecting the public from potential disease outbreaks.

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August 13, 2024

On July 31, 2024, New Jersey’s Appellate Division affirmed a lower court ruling by determining that age-related ownership restrictions in senior communities are unlawful in the State.

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May 14, 2024

In a significant update to New Jersey’s “Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991,” a recent amendment to Assembly Bill No. 3808 mandates additional protections for victims of domestic violence. Under this new law, when a court issues a temporary or permanent restraining order, the victim's landlord may have to change the locks of the victim’s apartment to enhance their safety.

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May 14, 2024

Recently, the New Jersey Legislature passed Assembly Bill No. 4682, which was designed to safeguard service employees during changes in ownership. The law applies to various service locations including multi-family residential buildings with more than 50 units, large commercial centers, educational institutions, and more. Management companies overseeing these properties need to be particularly mindful of the new requirements.

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