Overview:

When property damage or physical injury occurs or the HOA or property owner’s association rules are not followed and cause you harm or damage, there are several different outcomes that could result in terms of legal liability.  Navigating through these types of legal issues does not always, but usually, calls for skilled litigation counsel in California.

Some attorneys know real estate, but the Law Office of Joseph M. Kar, PC has represented owners associations with over 1,000+ members in State and Federal courts.  Mr. Kar’s in-depth understanding of the client’s needs correlates to his research of the applicable laws and regulations.  This means that, whether a property owner or the entire association is the client, the Law Office of Joseph M. Kar, PC is keeps focused on the best solutions for you because his experience and legal training hone in on the right solution for you.

The one constant in these situations is the need finding a workable agreement among the disputing, often emotionally invested, parties.  An aggrieved party should consult this firm for advice and counseling on creative ways to minimize potential controversy/risk or to bring a powerhouse claim for.

  • Construction Defects
  • CC&Rs, or involving Rights, Covenants, Easements, Entitlements, & Conditions
  • Board of Director Challenges, Liability, & Breach of Fiduciary Duties
  • Landlord & Tenant Rights
  • Negotiation, Drafting, Review, and Interpretation of HOA Documents
  • Investigations, Committee & Officer Audits
  • Premises Liability
  • Prosecution and Defense of Real Estate Disputes
  • Purchase and Sale of Real Estate
  • Regulatory Review, Analysis, and Compliance
  • Insurance Claims and Insurance Bad Faith

There are many factors that go into an evaluation of legal liability in this area such as where and when the damage or injury occurred, and which party was responsible for upkeep of the property, and what governing documents, board resolutions, officer actions, or CC&Rs say.  No matter how complex the dispute, the Law Office of Joseph M. Kar PC has provided thorough and aggressive legal representation to both homeowners and associations involved in all facets of legal disputes and litigation matters.

The firm has extensive experience and knowledge of California real estate property laws as well as is sought after in disputes over Davis-Stirling Act, Homeowners rights, and Association structure and operation matters.  Please contact the Law Office of Joseph M. Kar, PC to help resolve your ongoing homeowner or association dispute.