6th Circuit Bankruptcy Panel Rules that Condo Association May Reschedule Pre-Petition Foreclosure
Federal 6th Circuit Bankruptcy Panel issues favorable ruling for foreclosing on condominium liens.
MI Lawyer’s Weekly Quotes Kevin Hirzel on Pokémon Go Legal Issues
On August 12, 2016, the Michigan Lawyer's Weekly published an article entitled "Pokémon Go presents virtual fun, real legal issues". The article discusses the legal issues relating to Pokemon Go, and quoted the Michigan Community Association Law Blog as follows: Kevin M. Hirzel, a partner at
Pokémon Go: What Does Your Condo or HOA Need to Know?
Pokémon Go is a free mobile video game that is taking the world by storm. Pokémon Go was released on July 6, 2016 in the United States and has already has more than ten million downloads. Pokémon Go is different than many mobile games as
Quick Update: FHA Condominium Approval Legislation Unanimously Approved by U.S. Senate
As indicated back in February, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 3700 titled the "Housing through Modernization Act." The bill made revisions to the FHA condominium approval process (discussed below). On July 14, 2016, the U.S. Senate unanimously approved the bill and President Obama is
Architectural Control: Sculptures, Statues, Lawn Ornaments, Birdbaths, and Other Items on the Common Elements or Lots
Numerous condominiums in Michigan restrict (or outright ban) sculptures, statues, lawn ornaments, birdbaths or other items pursuant to the condominium documents. Many of these provisions were drafted by the developer when creating the condominium in order to provide uniformity during the sales process. Likewise, many
Senate Bill 610 Passes: Is the Amendment to MCL 559.167 of the Michigan Condominium Act Constitutional?
On June 22, 2016, Governor Snyder signed Senate Bill 610 after it underwent several amendments in both the house and senate. Senate Bill 610 will become effective as of September 21, 2016 and will amend MCL 559.167 to read as follows: Sec. 67. (1) A change