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Our offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of Juneteenth.

In the recent case of Commonwealth v. Gillece Services, L.P., the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that when a home improvement contract falls within the purview of both the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (HICPA) and the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL), a consumer may cancel the home improvement contract within three business days via written or verbal notice. If you have questions about this decision, please contact a Civil & Commercial Litigation attorney at Appel Yost.

Appel Yost LLP is seeking a highly qualified and motivated attorney to join its legal team as a Municipal Law Attorney. This position provides comprehensive legal counsel and representation to municipal officials, departments, boards, authorities, and commissions on a wide range of local government matters. Go to appelyost.com/careers/ to learn more.

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In the recent case of Borough of West Chester v. Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that a stormwater charge constitutes a local tax rather than a fee for service. If you have questions about this decision, please contact a Municipal Law attorney at Appel Yost.

Pennsylvania may soon allow homeowners to transfer real estate without probate. House Bill 2124 proposes adopting a “Transfer-on-Death” deed which would allow a named beneficiary to receive property automatically upon an owner’s death. Read more on our Blog.