Legal Articles, Land Use & Zoning
Design Professionals Owe a Duty of Care to Homeowners
Design Professionals Owe a Duty of Care to Homeowners
When the Ends Don't Justify the Means
Recently, our office won another significant jury trial in Worcester Superior Court that demonstrates our experience and expertise in local land use and construction disputes.
Monthly Mortgage Payments About to Increase for HAMP Recipients
This Article contains information regarding the 2009 Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) and future increased payment adjustments
Ohio's Transfer on Death Affidavit
Ohio's new Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit, authorized by Ohio Revised Code 5302.22 allows a single individual to avoid probate on their home (and other real estate) without giving up current ownership rights. This new designation is helpful also for estate and Medicare/Medicaid planning.
What Is Preliminary Relief in CA?
Plaintiffs are often confronted with the dilemma of prolonged litigation vis-a-vis losing their business to trademark infringement, competition, etc. Preliminary relief is some instances, along with other litigation tactics, might help such plaintiffs.
Kelo and Lingle:Two Landmark Takings Decisions Courtesy of the U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court's 2004-2005 session produced several important decisions concerning the taking of private property for public use under the Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.
Foreclosure lawsuits by Lender now employ an Order to Show Cause
Florida Statute 702.10 was enacted to allow foreclosure Lenders a procedure by which they may attempt to expedite the foreclosure process when they serve the homeowner with a foreclosure lawsuit.
FHFA New Streamlined Modification Program
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) today announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will offer a new, simplified loan modification initiative to minimize losses and to help troubled borrowers avoid foreclosure and stay in their homes.
Fulton County Bd. of Tax Assessors v. Calliope Properties, LLC
Fulton County appeals award of attorney's fees granted in ad valorem property tax appeal case.
