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Past-Due Assessments? A Three-Step Guide for Illinois HOAs
By Tressler LLP
Unpaid assessments affect all types of community associations in Illinois, including homeowners, townhome, and condominium associations. The owner’s non-payment of assessments can directly impact the Association’s ability to serve its members, maintain property values, and fund day-to-day operations such as…
Seventh Circuit Rejects “Super-Excess” Tier of Insurance in Favor of Equal Payment Priority
By Tressler LLP
On February 11, 2026, the United States Court of Appeals issued an opinion on the order of priority of coverage in a trucking claim coverage dispute, finding that under Illinois law, two insurers had equal payment priority and must pay…
Nevada Supreme Court Rules that Insurers Who Contribute Toward Settlement are Permitted to Seek Equitable Subrogation Against Primary Insurers Who Fail to Accept Reasonable Settlement Offers
By Tressler LLP
On January 29, 2026, the Nevada Supreme Court answered a certified question from the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit: Under Nevada law, can an excess insurer state a claim for equitable subrogation against a primary insurer…
Flying Clubs, Renter Pilots, and Insurance Ambiguity: Fifth Circuit Opines on When a Pilot is Covered – or Not
By Tressler LLP
Flying clubs often market themselves as a practical middle ground between sole ownership and traditional aircraft rental. Insurance policies, however, are not always drafted with that middle ground in mind. A recent Fifth Circuit decision shows what can happen when…
Urgent News: Fannie Mae Updated Guidelines for Condos
By Tressler LLP
What Illinois Condominium Associations Need to Know About the New Fannie Mae Guidelines (March 18, 2026 Update) The condominium landscape is changing—and fast. With the release of Fannie Mae’s latest guidance (click here for full Fannie Mae letter: LL-2026-03 Project…
Honoring the Historic Women of Aviation Law
By Tressler LLP
In 1985, Air India announced that it operated an all-women crew flight in the jet age. American Airlines followed in 1986, and well into the 2010s. Airlines were still publicizing internal firsts as when El Al, albeit as a consequence…
HOA Board Meetings: Tips for Boards and Property Managers
By Tressler LLP
Disagreements can arise during HOA meetings, but careful preparation and proper planning can help ensure a more civil and orderly discussion. Board meetings do not have to be long, unproductive, or contentious. Whether your association governs condominiums, townhomes, or single-family…
50-State Survey: Unmanned Aircraft Systems — A State-by-State Review of Drone Law
By Tressler LLP
Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) continue to evolve rapidly in the United States, enabling transformative applications in fields such as public safety, infrastructure inspection, emergency response, agriculture, media, and parcel delivery. Although the Federal Aviation Administration maintains exclusive authority over the…
Ninth Circuit Examines Scope of EFAA in Post-Arbitration Sexual Harassment Claims
By Tressler LLP
A recent Ninth Circuit argument in Ding v. Structure Therapeutics Inc. highlights unresolved questions surrounding the scope of the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act (“EFAA”). Ding v. Structure Therapeutics, Inc., No. 25-1532 (9th Cir.); Pub.…