Does my neighbor have an adverse possession claim?

It sounds like you live somewhere above the Back Road where there are a lot of properties where the owners maintain some portion of another's land....

I have the option of adding my name to my 92 year old dads bank book. Assuming he passes on before me, is it a good idea?

The answer is - it depends. If you are doing it to avoid probate or inheritance taxes, the answer is probably no (PA has a one year look back...

My husband died and the house and land are in his name only. we built and moved into the house when we got married 8 yrs ago.

I truly am sorry for your loss. I agree with Attorney Fischer, the house and land belong to your late husband's estate (which may mean it will...

Will criminal convictions be considered in applying or obtaining a pa real estate license

Check Section 501 of the PA Real Estate Licensing and Registration Act (find it on-line) which states that "Licenses shall be granted only to and...

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I need to file a Petition to Reopen Judgment in York PA and was told court doesn't have forms - go to law library.

I agree with the sentiment of Attorney Thomas' remarks. I suggest you speak to a local attorney immediately, as the time to act is quickly...

I filed for bankruptcy to stop a sheriff sale i1/30.The attorney failed to file paperwork on time and it was dismissed.

While I defer to the attorneys answering thus far concerning the multiple bankruptcy flings, I suggest you immediately contact an experienced...

Is extra consideration necessary for making a modification to an existing non compete agreement?

The answer is no and yes. No additional consideration is necessary to MAKE the modification, you just need to adhere to the modification clause in...

I just received papers from the court stating "Judgment Granted." Can the collection attorneys seize my children's bank accts?

It depends if this is a County Court of Common Pleas judgement or a local MDJ Court judgement. If the former, I agree with the other attorneys...

Is a tenant liable if she doesn't want to renew and gives proper notice, but the co tenants want to stay?

This is a complicated question and will require a careful reading of the lease (co-signing with co-tenants does not sound good for you). I am...

In 2010 I did a short sale on my house in PA which involved two mortgages. Can the second mortgage bank sue me for the balance

As your question demonstrates, short sales are not the panacea most real estate agents make them out to be. Assuming you did not negotiate a...