CDC Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidelines
Download the updated April 2021 Centers for Disease Control Cleaning and Disinfecting Guidelines.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.
EPA Disinfectant Flyer
Download the latest EPA flyer on which disinfectants kill COVID-19 here.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break webinars and our other educational videos.
Opening Your Community Amenities in 2021
Can we safely open our amenities in 2021? This is the question on the mind of every community association director, manager and member.
Read MorePublic Health State of Emergency Extended by Governor Kemp
Download the Renewal of Public Health State of Emergency signed by Governor Brian Kemp on March 31, 2021.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.
Empowering A Healthy Georgia Executive Order from Governor Kemp
Download Governor Brian Kemp’s Executive Order: Empowering a Healthy Georgia updated March 2021.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.
Preparing for an Annual Meeting
L&J answers the common questions that arise when community associations are preparing for an annual meeting.
Read MoreA Community’s New Year’s “Resolution” Tool for Keeping It Civil
Many communities are creating a civility resolution to define an expectation of civility, decorum, and courtesy within their communities.
Read MoreMy Condo Unit is Wet, and My Dog is Not a Pet!
What to do when an owner reports that their condo unit is wet or they tell you their dog is not just a pet? In this L&J Morning Break, we share the latest info on a new water insurance law and how to respond to service and emotional support animal requests.
Check out the L&J YouTube channel for access to the Morning Break archives and our other educational videos. For documents and articles related to this video, take a look at our Resources tab.
Political Signs – Regulating to Keep the Peace
L&J attorneys answer the your questions about regulating political signs in community associations.
Including:
• Can Community Associations Ban or Restrict Political Signs?
• Should Associations Allow Political Signs?
• How Can Associations Fairly Allow Political Signs Without Losing Control?
Watch our other L&J Morning Break webinars by checking out our YouTube channel. Also, visit our Resources tab for access to related documents and articles.
Suggested COVID-19 Warning Sign (SB359)
Protect your community association by downloading this COVID-19 warning sign to hang in common areas.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break webinar archives related to this topic and our other educational videos.
Section V of Governor Kemp’s Executive Order
Download Section V of Governor Kemp’s Executive Order Empowering a Healthy Georgia here.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.
Sample Timeline for Director Elections by Ballot
Download our timeline to help plan your director elections.
For more information on conducting effective board and director meetings virtually, check out our L&J Morning Break. We also provide tips for electronic voting and annual meetings on the articles tab of our website.
Effective Virtual Board and Membership Meetings
How can you conduct effective virtual board and membership meetings as a community association? L&J instructors discuss strategies and procedures for conducting director elections outside of annual meetings, holding virtual informational annual meetings, and conducting virtual Board meetings. The session covers notice, quorum and voting requirements for various meeting types and platforms or methods to conduct voting.
For more information, take a look at our Resources tab to see related documents and articles. To see our full L&J Morning Break archives and other educational videos, check out our YouTube channel.
New Community Association Laws Going Into Effect
New community association laws are going into effect. L&J attorneys offer guidance on how community associations will be impacted by new laws adopted by the Georgia legislature in 2020, including the COVID-19 Pandemic Business Safety Act and a new law for water damage insurance claims in condos.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.
COVID-19: There’s Light at the End of the Tunnel, But is it Sunlight or a Train?
How has COVID-19 impacted the Georgia court system? Our expert attorneys address the issue in the latest L&J Morning Break. Topics include:
• Georgia courts are reopening. How to move forward with covenant enforcement and collections
• Defending homeowner claims for assessment reductions or reimbursements due to amenity closings
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.
COVID-19: Are We Safe to Operate Yet?
How do you safely operate community associations during COVID-19? We share guidance on the topic including: Georgia’s new COVID-19 liability protection law and can we require masks in common areas?
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.
COVID-19: Are We Out of the Woods Yet? – Governor Kemp’s June 11 Executive Order
We review the impact of Governor Kemp’s June 11, 2020 executive order on amenity openings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Other topics include:
• Another Executive Order from Governor Kemp
• What Exactly are Gatherings, and Do We Still have to Socially Distance?
• Amenity Guest Policies & Age Regulations
COVID-19: Guidance to Carry You Forward
Our attorneys break down association operation strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Topics include:
• Pools/Amenities: Explaining Governor Kemp’s Latest Executive Order
• Actions to Take NOW to be Prepared for the End of the Statewide Judicial Emergency
• More on Responding to Owner Assessment Refund & Reduction Requests
Suggested Response to Owners Requesting Refunds or Reduced Assessments During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Below is a suggested letter for association boards to send to owners requesting refunds or reduced assessments due to the community amenities being closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
To learn more about collecting assessments during the state of emergency, watch our L&J Morning Break series. Also, See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here.
COVID-19 UPDATE: NOW WHAT?
Join our expert attorneys as they explain Governor Kemp’s executive order, present board amenity opening plans and decisions to owners, and explain how to respond to owner assessment refund and reduction requests.
Adding Value to your Community Through Governing Document Amendments
What amendments need to be changed or added to your community’s governing legal documents? L&J offers advice on adding value through documents in this article.
Read MoreCollecting Assessments During COVID’s State of Emergency – Part 2
We continue our discussion about the COVID-19 pandemic and how it impacts collections.
Topics for this webinar include:
• Update on Judicial Emergency Order
• What Does the Update Mean for Collections?
• What is Happening with the Courts Today?
• Can we Get Garnishments and Foreclosures Going Again?
What’s My Age Again?
L&J discusses how to keep community amenity use rules fair and effective while avoiding discrimination claims.
Read MoreOpening Community Association Amenities During COVID-19: Sample Signs and Documents
We discuss and provide sample documents and signage to use when opening community association amenities during COVID-19.
Read MoreSuggested Amenity Waiver/Release Sample
With many communities getting ready to open their amenities, keep your association protected during the COVID-19 pandemic through a use agreement and release. Download our suggested waiver/release form here.
See a full list of documents and articles related to COVID-19 here. Also, head to our YouTube channel to watch all of the L&J Morning Break archives and our other educational videos.