Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Florida

Re: condo assn not fixed leak

This may require her to retain a roofer or plumber to find the leak and then seek reimbursement from the Condo.

Re: condo assn not fixed leak

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Your mother should retain a lawyer to send a demand letter to the Associaton to resolve the problem. If the Association refuses or fails to fix the roof, she can file suit against the Association for failure to properly maintain the building and for damages incurred by improper maintenance. The officers have a fiduciary responsibility to all of the unit owners to perform all of the responsibilities under Chapter 718 of the Florida Statutes and as set forth in the Declaration of Condominium and By-Laws of the Association. The failure to live up to their responsibilities is actionable under Florida law.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.