Hello everybody. In the August 2020 issue of this magazine, I discussed the requirements of providing on-site resident apartment managers with legally mandated meal breaks and rest periods. It was a topic that in the 39 years that I have been the legal writer for AOA, I had not previously addressed. But a further discussion…
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Hello everybody. Over the years, I have authored many articles for AOA members regarding the employment of resident managers.But two aspects I have not previously discussed are the rest periods and meal breaks the law requires owners and management companies to provide to their resident managers.It is timely to address rest and meal periods because…
Hello everybody. Most everyone hopes that 2020 will bring about the election of great president, low taxes, world peace, and other important things like that. As the legal writer for the Apartment Owners Association, my hope and 2020 New Year’s Resolution wish for AOA members is more modest, but nonetheless extremely important. In fact, it…
Hello everybody. Most everyone hopes that 2019 will bring about a strong economy, lower taxes, world peace, and other important things like that. As the legal writer for the Apartment Owners Association, my hope and 2019 New Year’s Resolution wish for AOA members is more modest, but nonetheless extremely important. In fact, it is the…
Hello everybody. With all the recent changes in resident manager law, it is difficult even for us lawyers to keep abreast of them. My column this month will address a number of the 2018 changes and other important aspects of California law pertaining to on-site managers.
Hello everybody. Regular AOA readers of this column know that my most passionate recommendation to owners and management companies who employ resident managers is have their managers sign a written employment agreement setting forth the terms and conditions of the hiring.
Many apartment communities strive to create a welcoming office environment in order to put prospective residents at ease. From aromatic scents and freshly baked cookies to a warm fire, these comforts communicate a feeling of “home.” However, when managers have an office connected to their apartment or even inside their apartment home, sometimes the lines…