Can I go after the new owner of a Sherriff Sale for an illegal lockout?

If you are still in possession of the property at the time of the Sale, the buyer should file an Ejectment case to obtain a Court Order to have...

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How much detail does a landlord in Pennsylvania need to provide a tenant in order to keep a security deposit?

It would be reasonable for you to request documentation to confirm the amounts specified by the landlord. If the documentation is not forthcoming,...

What kind of legal options may exists? The lease has a provision that looks to be the legal definition of Disturbing the Peace.

You may want to review your lease with a local attorney to see what provisions are included with regard to noise and disturbing neighbors. The...

What does the law consider to be the date? For the 30 days, is it the date of the letter, or the postmark date?

Pennsylvania has a "mailbox rule" which essentially states that the date it was placed in the mail is the date that matters. If the letter was...

There is technically no private cause of action for harassment in Pennsylvania. There are similar claims which can be made for "intrusion upon...

I have 10 days to appeal ruling. does this mean that i only have 10 days left in the home before eviction?

If your landlord was granted a Judgment for Possession, the landlord typically has to wait until the 10 day appeal period has passed, and must then...

Shouldn't I receive adequate notice for unexpected rent?

Lenders often have the ability to make a demand for rents from tenants when the property owner defaults on the Mortgage. If you stopped paying...

Can I still collect rent if roommate moved out but left half stuff still w/ me? On month to month. No lease.

A written lease typically dictates what notice is required and how such notice shall be transmitted. The problem with a verbal month-to-month...

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Would it be reasonable to ask my landlord to pay for damages?

This is a difficult situation when there are multiple tenants. If one of the tenants allowed the landlord into the property, he likely had...

What is my liability for unpaid property taxes following a Sheriff Sale due to foreclosure

Often (but not always), the foreclosing bank will pay the property taxes to ensure that the property is not sold at a Tax Sale. The bank does this...

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