Info Bytes 04.07.22
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CIC Info Bytes 04/07/22
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Updated with succinct case law quotes from major decisions.
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Governance Matters
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Disclose Potential for Liability
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Don't conceal. Reveal!
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Bangerter v. Hat Island Community Association went all the way to the WA Supreme Court. The results are a reaffirmation of the principles of duty of care.
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Electronic Ballots are Great, but they must Conform to the Bylaws
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In Guiterrez vs. Board of Managers, an electronic balloting system was found to have violated the Bylaws because directed proxies were non-revocable.
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Many CICs have proxy requirements built into their governing documents (typically located in the bylaws). View these example bylaws to learn more.
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Waiver of Liability is Limited
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Given specific circumstances where an association fails in its duty to maintain a component, a waiver of liability may not provide a comprehensive shield from all claims.
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