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0 Answers | Asked in Arbitration / Mediation Law, Civil Litigation, Legal Malpractice and Probate for Pennsylvania on
Q: My youngest brother Philip Moriarty passed away on December 17th 2023 in York County Pa. His IRA’s are still in limbo.

I was told by a 3 letter agency that she had the document naming myself his older sister as executor after having our half brother served and sending more $ to York Pa.

Nothing has progressed. I have class action cases that I still have not received. So over a year later and I don’t know... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Real Estate Law, Collections and Gov & Administrative Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can a borough add a tap in fee on pre existing lines when no changes occur to the residence?

Unit is a 2 unit apartment for 20+ years.Fee was added15 months after closing and inspection by sewer authorities

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts for Pennsylvania on
Q: Please refer to "More information". Thanks!

1. I received an eviction letter in Dec. 2024. And in Jan. of 2025, I've paid all bills indcluding rents and late charges, as mentioned in the lease.

2. However, just I've finally find my sub-leaser, and we are going to transfer the lease. The apartment just add another fee called... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Tax Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: I’m wondering if I can get in trouble for my Xbox not charging me sales tax?

I recently added my card to my xbox for an online purchase and while purchasing there was no sales tax. In the state of pennsylvania, online sales tax charges you 6% and it does charge me on my playstation not my xbox. I made sure all my information was correct and it was. I’m wondering if I get... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can my neighbor change their roof, thereby changing the way my water runoff has worked for decades?

I live in a Philly row home built in the 1800s. My rainwater currently runs off my roof onto my neighbor’s roof and down their downspout. Based on historical Google images, it appears this has been the setup for decades, if not longer. For context, my house and my neighbor’s house were built at... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Communications Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Isn't it illegal to share someone's email?
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Q: Isn't it illegal and unethical to share personal emails?

Two couples are friends. Friendship goes down hill. Husband of the one couple shares emails from the wife of the other couple without her knowledge or consent.

0 Answers | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Pennsylvania on
Q: Is there a way to bring a lawsuit against a Davita center for negligence if there was not a serious injury.

Over the past 15 years I have had many different incidents with Davita causing accidents but recently I started recording them. I noticed how serious their actions have been putting patients in danger, one of the most recent that affected the whole center was when they ordered the heparin to the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Pennsylvania on
Q: Would personal Vehical registration still be enforced after the overturning of the "Chevron Deference" by S.C. in 2024

Since its induction in 1987 the "Chevron Deferance" had alowed 3rd party agencies to interpret our constitution and create laws based off of such inturpritations. In 2024 the Supreme Court of the United States has abolished the "Chevron Deference" elimiminating the power granted... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Elder Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: A nice old Asst. PUB. DEF. SAID TO TELL YOU ABOUT MY 6TH AMNDMT. VIOLATIONS BY THE CHIEF Pub. Def. i DETAILS below

In PA we have a strange criminal charge? I have been charged with what PA officially calls a "Summary Offense". It carries up to 90 days incarceration for each count/conviction and up to $300.00 fine(s). I CANNOT be given any Public Defender legal services /counsel/representation, despite... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Family Law and Child Custody for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can a custody judge refuse a modification if it was agreed a civil law suit settlement?

Ex husband and my dad involved in altercation. Judge ordered my dad’s visitation from granddaughter be eliminated. Two years later, ex sued dad for pain and anxiety. His lawyer said if go to mediation, pay 6 figure amount and agree to counseling, he will restore dad’s visitation rights. Dad... View More

Charles A. Pascal Jr.
Charles A. Pascal Jr.
answered on Jan 13, 2025

The judge is under no obligation to sign. Custody and visitation was not an issue that could have possibly been resolved in the civil lawsuit between your ex and your dad, as that suit did not have the child at issue in any legal way. The best that they could agree to was to go with a united front... View More

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Q: I just started my own supplement brand. I was wondering if someone gets sick who is liable me or the manufacturer?

I use a private label company so I just put my logo on the products. I don’t hold, make, or see any of my products.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: If someone is picked up on a bench warrant in a different county, how long are they allowed to hold you in that jail

Paperwork says must be seen by a judge within 72hrs but the guards are saying the county the warrant is out of has 10 days to pick him up. Which is it?

0 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Pennsylvania on
Q: Hello, I have a solar system, with recent battery addon, caused electrical damaged in home.

We have a solor system for about a year now, and we recently used the same company to add on a battery storage system they were running a promotion so we jumped. It was installed, commissioned and was waiting township inspection. I simulated a power outage and had lots of arcing and bad things in... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Pennsylvania on
Q: What attorney would I need to remove the State Ward Status for Intellctual Disabilities?

Hello. I live in Pennsylvania. I have an Intellectual Disability. I am in the State IDD System and I also receiving their services as well. It did not require a court order for the State to have control. However, it is going to take a court order for the State not to have control anymore. I want to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Pennsylvania on
Q: How does the sale of a property would affect disability benefits such as SSDI and SSI?

I am getting conflicting information regarding this issue.

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answered on Jan 13, 2025

Selling your property generally does not impact your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. SSDI is based on your work history and earnings, so as long as you continue to meet the work credit requirements, your benefits should remain unaffected by the sale of your home.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Is there a procedure a local government has to follow to condemn someone's house

Is it procedure to condemn without due process or anything filed is the court?

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When a local government considers condemning a house, there are specific procedures that must be followed. Typically, this involves inspections to determine if the property violates health or safety codes. Homeowners are usually given notice of any issues and an opportunity to address them before... View More

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