Questions answered by Dawn M. Becker-Durnin, CIRMS Why should an association care if their contractors have insurance? Contractors who work on-site and off-site pose risk as far as property damage to association property as well as bodily injury to … [Read More...] about Association’s Insurance in Regard to Contractors
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What is different between hold harmless and indemnification?
In my opinion a hold harmless and indemnification are different and not one in the same. However, they are mostly used together. The hold harmless is a requirement to protect against an actual or potential loss. It is statement that one party will not be held liable for the injuries or damages caused by the […]
VIDEO: HOA Drugs Geese – They Drown
We have provided a fun video which at the end answers the questions: How can association protect themselves when a contractor violates city code? Does insurance cover the legal defense and fines in this case?
VIDEO: HOA Squirrels, nuts, insurance – off premise incidents
We have provided a fun video which at the end answers the question: Are associations covered for incidents off-premises?
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Association’s Insurance in Regard to Contractors
Questions answered by Dawn M. Becker-Durnin, CIRMS Why should an association care if their contractors have insurance? Contractors who work on-site and off-site pose risk as far as property damage to association property as well as bodily injury to members … [Read More...] about Association’s Insurance in Regard to Contractors

Attorneys, Engineers, Insurance Professionals — Know the Risks of Serving on Your Condo/HOA Board or a Committee
If you hold a professional license, for example as a lawyer, architect, engineer, or insurance broker, is it a good idea to serve on your condominium or homeowner association board of directors? We spoke with Joel Meskin, Esq., CCAL, of McGowan Program … [Read More...] about Attorneys, Engineers, Insurance Professionals — Know the Risks of Serving on Your Condo/HOA Board or a Committee

LIVESTREAM: Community Association Insurance is Changing!
Wed, Apr 27, 2022 10:20-11:20am NO CHARGE - ONE CEU Community Association Insurance is Changing! We review insurance industry bulletins with major players in the industry! … [Read More...] about LIVESTREAM: Community Association Insurance is Changing!

Costly Consequences of Overlooking Construction Permits
By Sydney Shaw Before a homeowner association can begin a new project, whether it’s clearing land for a parking lot or building a bridge over a stream on the property, it must obtain the proper permits from various governing bodies. … [Read More...] about Costly Consequences of Overlooking Construction Permits
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