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Tag Archives: COVID19

The COVID-19 Merry-Go-Round

Join L&J as our attorneys break down current topics surrounding COVID-19 as it relates to community managers and associations. The discussion includes: revisiting CDC mask guidelines, associations requiring vaccines, owner notifications of positive COVID-19 residents and more.

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.

The Real Answers about COVID-19 & Amenity Openings

We answer your questions about COVID-19 and amenity openings. Our expert attorneys address how to safely open and operate community amenities under current COVID-19 guidelines.
Topics include:
• Georgia Governor Kemp’s Empowering a Healthy Georgia Executive Order
• Updates to CDC COVID-19 Guidelines
• Local & Private Mask Requirements
• Vaccination Requirements

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.

A 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.

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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: 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.

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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.

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Opening 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.

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Suggested 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.

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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.

Community Association Business After COVID-19

Join us as we discuss navigating community association business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Topics include:
• How Long Must We Social Distance
• Covid-19 Insurance Issues
• Electronic Elections
• Fining Resolutions
• New Emotional Support Animal Regulations

Community Association Litigation During COVID-19: Covenants, Claims, Courts, Contracts and Community

Our experienced L&J attorneys discuss litigation during the coronavirus pandemic.
Topics include:
• Enforcing the Covenants During The Pandemic – Does Stay At Home Mean Anything Goes?
• Liabilities and Claims Against Associations
• The Courts: Closed But Not Shutdown
• Vendor Contracts: Delay, Breach, and Defenses
• Testing Positive: Should the Association notify the community if an individual has
tested positive for COVID-19?