Is Your HOA Board Exposed to Liability for Negligence? | Ep. 93

Volunteer HOA board members don't get paid...but they can absolutely get sued. In this episode, HOA attorney Lisa Tashjian of Beaumont Tashjian joins host Matthew Holbrook to break down one of the most overlooked risks in community association governance: board member negligence.Lisa explains the difference between negligence and gross negligence, why boards that haven't raised assessments in years should be concerned rather than proud, and how deferred maintenance creates real legal exposure. She also covers the business judgment rule, what happens when boards go opinion shopping for favorable expert reports, and why ignoring a complaint is never a neutral act.Plus: the social media habit that quietly creates liability for the whole board, the difference between meeting minutes and board resolutions, and why a "book of resolutions" might be the most underused protection tool in HOA governance.If you serve on a board, manage communities, or advise associations, this one is worth your full attention.Follow The Uncommon Area for expert-led discussions on HOA law, governance, and property management best practices. Rather watch the episode? Subscribe to our YouTube channel or go to our page. Have a topic you’d like covered? Email us at [email protected] or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.