January 08, 2007 | The Legal Intelligencer
Landlord Responsible for Tenant Being Caught With Pants DownIn Brito v. MAC International Inc., the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas sent the proverbial warning shot to all landlords in the city by holding a landlord responsible for negligently failing to evict a sexual pervert who was causing physical and emotional distress to neighboring tenants.
By Alan Nochumson
6 minute read
May 24, 2004 | The Legal Intelligencer
Property Owners Need to Seek Intervention in Zoning BattlesSince the 1990s, the region has received an extreme makeover as planned communities, retail complexes and restaurants have taken root in previously underdeveloped areas of the region.
By Alan Nochumson
7 minute read
October 18, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer
Gist of the Action Doctrine Does Not Preclude Fraud in Inducement ClaimA recent decision handed down by the state Superior Court in Mirizio v. Joseph stresses the importance of placing the terms of real estate investments in writing rather than relying on the proverbial handshake.
By By Alan Nochumson
7 minute read
November 22, 2004 | The Legal Intelligencer
Challenging a Purchase Made at a Sheriff's SaleIt is not over 'til the fat lady sings. This should be announced at the beginning of every sheriff's sale. Selling a piece of property at a sheriff's sale is the culmination of a long, drawn-out process. Any misstep on the way can cause the sale to be set aside.
By Alan Nochumson
9 minute read
September 27, 2004 | The Legal Intelligencer
Attention Shoppers: Politicking in Aisle One?With Election Day fast approaching, political campaigns are increasing their efforts to distribute leaflets to potential voters. Since many people want to avoid spending their time brushing aside aggressive campaign workers, mall owners often restrict pamphleteering activities on mall premises.
By Alan Nochumson
9 minute read
April 25, 2005 | The Legal Intelligencer
Let the Buyer Beware: Shielding Sellers From LiabilityWith the residential market continuing its upward trajectory, many individuals are now purchasing diamonds in the rough for investment purposes. These individuals rehab and then quickly flip the property. Some of these rehabbers are better than others. Not surprisingly, some sellers cut some corners in completing the renovation project and fail to disclose problems with the property to an unsuspecting buyer.
By Alan Nochumson
5 minute read
March 28, 2005 | The Legal Intelligencer
Attorneys May Be Liable for Improper Judgment ExecutionIn a warning shot to attorneys who represent judgment creditors in Pennsylvania, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania in Grillo v. BA Mortgage LLC refused to dismiss a Section 1983 claim against a law firm that improperly facilitated the sale of a family home at a sheriff's sale.
By Alan Nochumson
8 minute read
March 27, 2006 | The Legal Intelligencer
Commonwealth Court Trashes Landlord's Attempt to Avoid Borough FeesLocal governments are given wide latitude in outsourcing their government services to private independent contractors. Pennsylvania courts generally shy away from challenges by the citizenry with respect to the amounts paid on government contracts.
By Alan Nochumson
5 minute read
September 26, 2005 | The Legal Intelligencer
Appealing Party Must File Bond to Protect Property InterestIn two recent decisions, Pennsylvania courts have cautioned litigants who have failed to protect their property interests during the appeal process.
By Alan Nochumson
7 minute read
May 22, 2006 | The Legal Intelligencer
New Construction Not Always Subject to Realty Transfer TaxWith residential new construction exploding throughout the Philadelphia region, many individuals may be unwittingly placing themselves on the hook for unwanted realty transfer taxes when they purchase an undeveloped parcel of land and construct the home of their dreams on that land.
By Alan Nochumson
7 minute read