Legal Question in Personal Injury in Maryland

Liability as an Agent of a HOA

As an agent of a Home Owner's Association, what protection would I have under the law from personal liability in the case of a lawsuit against the HOA? In this case, the HOA is listed as a non-profit organization. I have been asked to register my signature with the bank used by the HOA - thia at the request of the Treasurer whom I have volunteered to help organize the books. Though I currently am a home owner, I have no official title with the board of the HOA.


Asked on 4/27/07, 12:07 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert Sher Wagshal and Sher

Re: Liability as an Agent of a HOA

If it's clear to all parties that you are acting strictly as an agent of the HOA, you should be immune from liability. That said, you should realize that anyone can sue anyone, and if you want protection against having to bear the expense of defending a suit arising from your volunteering your services, you should make sure the HOA will defend you if this happens. If all you're doing is helping to organize the books, I don't what you would be doing that would give rise to a lawsuit, but if you need that level of comfort, try to get it before proceeding.

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Answered on 4/27/07, 2:09 pm


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