Florida § 718.119 - Limitation of liability.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 718.119 — Limitation of liability., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 718.119. Limitation of liability.
(1) The liability of the owner of a unit for common expenses is limited to the amounts for which he or she is assessed for common expenses from time to time in accordance with this chapter, the declaration, and bylaws. (2) The owner of a unit may be personally liable for the acts or omissions of the association in relation to the use of the common elements, but only to the extent of his or her pro rata share of that liability in the same percentage as his or her interest in the common elements, and then in no case shall that liability exceed the value of his or her unit. (3) In any legal action in which the association may be exposed to liability in excess of insurance coverage protecting it and the unit owners, the association shall give notice of the exposure within a reasonable time to all unit owners, and they shall have the right to intervene and defend.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 718.119
What does Florida Statutes § 718.119 cover?
Section 718.119 ("Limitation of liability.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 718.119?
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How does Florida § 718.119 apply to my situation?
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