Yes, you should get an expert to evaluate the mold so you can make your case to the landlord. Whether or not you can walk away from the lease...

My parents received a writ of revival. Is it common for a police officer to drop one of these off? What can we do?

The bank already has a judgment and likely filed the Writ because a the five year deadline for "revival" of that judgment is approaching. A...

Can a home builder raise the price of the home after we have a signed sales agreement and contract with a fixed price?

The builder seems to be claiming what we call in legal parlance a "unilateral mistake" and looking for a “reformation” of the contract. ...

What would make a payment agreement to be upheld in court?

In many cases the nature of your work would likely render you a "Contractor" as defined by the Pennsylvania Home Improvement Consumer Protection...

What is the trespass penalty for a tree guy who without my permission, dismantled my privacy fence so he wouldn't break it by

Typically, the "penalty" (damages) you would be entitled to in a civil proceeding would be limited to reimbursement of any monetary losses (cost to...

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Does a small claims case have to be started in the state the offense occurred?

No. Depends on the state, but typically an action can also be commenced where the Defendant resides or regularly conducts business.

Termites within one year of purchasing my home despite having all inspections?

You have two years from the date of closing to bring an action under the Pennsylvania Seller Disclosure Law, so you are OK there. The question is...