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A condominium board in Westchester attempted to replace the building's exterior windows, but was unsuccessful in compelling unit-owners to do so due to the building's governing documents classifying the windows as part of the unit and not the common elements. (Print: Window Drama)

In the case of Spencer E. Sherman et al v. The Watchcase Factory, a condominium was dismissed from a lawsuit because the plaintiff failed to name the board president or treasurer as the defendant, despite the legal requirement. (Print: Detail Derailment)

The court ruled in favor of Maria Valleda, holding the condominium liable for its failure to maintain a hazardous sidewalk, which had caused her injuries, and serves as a reminder for co-op and condo board directors that they bear responsibility for the safety of the adjacent public sidewalks. (Print: Sidewalk Showdown)

The Board of Managers of the Columbus House Condominium obtained a court order granting it access to an adjoining property to perform repairs under RPL 881, but did not receive a court order requiring the adjoining property owner to pay for the costs of completing the repairs. (Print: HOW MANY TIMES DO I HAVE TO ASK?)

A cooperative board and shareholders had to go before a judge to resolve a leak and other issues, with the court ruling that the co-op had made sufficient allegations to support its claim of a breach of the proprietary lease. (Print: Much Ado About a Leak)

Big Six Towers, Inc. successfully challenged a $1.4 million water bill from the Department of Environmental Protection, arguing that the bill was an underbilled service subject to a two-year statute of limitations, and the court agreed. (Print: Unbilled or Underbilled?)

The court ruled in favor of Mr. Clauser, stating that he was not liable for the repair and maintenance of the French doors in his apartment, as he had never signed an agreement with the co-op or the previous owner. (Print: Old Alterations, New Headaches)

Helene Schulman, a Beekman East condo unit-owner, faced legal action for hoarding, causing a fire, and obstructing repairs. Court granted preliminary injunction for condo access.

Greenwich Court Condominium sued Con Edison for negligence over water pipe corrosion caused by escaping steam. The court rejected Con Edison's motion for summary judgment, and the case highlights why property-damage claims often go to trial, potentially lasting years and impacting the community.

New co-op board president's actions led to resignations, legal battles, and contract termination. Discrimination claims and contract disputes ensued, emphasizing the need for fair and contract-compliant decisions.