Non-Solicitation Claims & Defenses in PA We litigate “non-solicitation” understandings. Often, an employer will write to — or file a lawsuit against — an employee for “soliciting” the employer’s customers, clients, or employees. 412.342.0992 What is “Solicitation”? A worker bound by a “non-solicitation” clause may not intentionally encourage a customer…
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PA law: Confusing Filings Against You?!
Confusing Lawsuit Against a Defendant Confused about a civil lawsuit against you, for allegedly unpaid financial obligation, some other old or puzzling claim of non-payment (such as junk debt)? Many defendants sued for money — often for credit card debt or other stale debt from years ago — are confused…
Compromise Verdicts in PA
Compromise Verdict in PA Jurors in Pennsylvania are allowed to compromise, even on matters that seem to make no sense – like awarding significant money to a “limited tort” Plaintiff, whose injury was not “serious” and who failed to qualify to any exception to limited tort. This is because trials…
Unjust Enrichment in PA | Pittsburgh Lawyers
A Claim for Unjust Enrichment in Pennsylvania A claim for unjust enrichment (or quasi-contract) exists in Pennsylvania where one party (the plaintiff) does something that unfairly benefits another party (the defendant). The defendant must appreciate the benefit such that it would be inequitable for him or her to have retained said…
Opposing Claims on the Docket For Money: UPDATE
Changes in Allegheny County: Collection of Money Suits It has become increasingly more difficult for defense lawyers in Allegheny County to defend claims for non-payment of alleged credit card debt, which involve breach of contract claims. As of late, more and more Pittsburgh Judges refuse to dismiss lawsuits filed by…
Pedestrian Injury | Pittsburgh Lawyers & Attorney Fee only 1/3!
Compensation For Pedestrians Injured in Pennsylvania “Great attorney. Very easy to talk to and personable.” ★★★★★ By Pam “The best at what he does.” ★★★★★ By Isaac – For More Reviews The Rights of Pedestrians A pedestrian does not expect to be injured. It happens innocently enough: you’re crossing the…
A Lien Regarding One’s Residence in PA
Encumbrance to Title Residential Improvement in PA Our Pittsburgh lawyers will handle mechanic’s lien claim and defenses throughout PA — for non-payment of new construction or renovations — but how do liens relate to home improvement? Silent on this topic was the Mechanic’s Lien Act of 1963 in Pennsylvania. The same…
Attorney Fees: Who is Responsible For Civil Litigation in PA?
Shouldn’t the Loser Pay The Winning Party’s Attorney Fees? It goes without saying that civil litigation can be expensive, so when is the loser responsible to pay the winner’s attorney fees in Pennsylvania? The “American Rule” rule — followed in both state and federal court in Pennsylvania — is, each…
Electric Scooter & E-Biker Injury Attorneys
Electric Scooter & E-Bike Injuries Our Pittsburgh lawyers bring claims for compensation for injuries on electric scooters (e-scooters or motorized scooter) and electric bikes (e-bikes)in Pennsylvania. “Best at What He Does” (Read More) ★★★★★ By Isaac, in Pittsburgh “Todd is a fantastic Lawyer…” “Human Touch” ★★★★★ By Ray: “It has been…
Door-to-Door Construction Sales to Bid For Work on One’s Home
Door-to-door Promotion Door-to-door contractor sales is starting. Spring — the peak time for home repairs — is nearly here! Contractors beware! There are two Pennsylvania statutes — the Home Improvement and Construction Law (HICPA) and Unfair Trade Practices and PA’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (discussed below) that…