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New Client: Surfside Homeowners Association No. 1

We are proud to announce that Surfside Homeowners Association No. 1 has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Surfside is an attached single-family home community located in Huntington Beach. Residents enjoy two community pools, two clubhouses, a basketball court, tot lot, barbecue area, and easy access to…

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Independent Contractors vs. Employees

In the recent case of Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court, the California Supreme Court set forth a new test that employers should utilize to determine whether their workers are appropriately classified as independent contractors or employees.  (Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court (2018) 4 Cal. 5th 903.) …

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New Client: Bressi Ranch Community Association

We are proud to announce that Bressi Ranch Community Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Bressi Ranch is a master planned community located in the City of Carlsbad. Residents enjoy the Village Club, which includes a lap pool, spa, wading pool, BBQ area, outdoor fireplace,…

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New Client: Jade Tree Owners Association

We are proud to announce that Jade Tree Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Jade Tree is a brand new condominium community by KB Homes. Located in Chino Hills, Jade Tree is convenient to Vellano Country Club and Western Hills Country Club. Residents enjoy Jade Tree’s community…

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AB 2912: New Protections Against the Misuse of HOA Funds

*New Library Article! Assembly Bill 2912 (“AB 2912”) was recently enacted by the California Legislature.  Its changes to the law, which take effect January 1, 2019, are intended “to protect owners in a [HOA] from fraudulent activity by those entrusted with the management of the [HOA’s] finances.”  To that end,…

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New Client: Juniper at Portola Springs Homeowners Association

We are proud to announce that Juniper at Portola Springs Homeowners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Juniper at Portola Springs is a brand new condominium community by Richmond American Homes. The latest addition to the Villages of Irvine®, Juniper at Portola Springs offers easy…

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Arbitrator Not Found to Exceed its Powers

It is well settled that an association’s CC&Rs (“Declaration”) establishes and controls, among other things, a board’s authority to govern an association provided that the CC&Rs do not conflict with California law and regulations (i.e., Davis-Stirling Act). In such cases, the plain language of the CC&Rs control. (Franklin v. Marie…

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New Client: Breeza Owners Association

We are proud to announce that Breeza Owners Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Breeza is a high-rise condominium community located in the Little Italy area of downtown San Diego. Situated along what has been dubbed “Millionaire’s Row” on Pacific Highway, residents enjoy a community…

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New Client: Pacific Island Villas Homeowners’ Association

We are proud to announce that Pacific Island Villas Homeowners’ Association has selected Tinnelly Law Group as their association’s legal counsel. Pacific Island Villas is a condominium community located in Dana Point. Residents enjoy a pool, spa, clubhouse, and close proximity to the beach. Our HOA attorneys and staff look…