Can I ignore the other side's
appeal?
Answer:
The short answer is: yes, but you could
pay a steep price.
The appealing party will likely get a
judgment against you. Then, the
Pennsylvania courts may apply against
you concepts called collateral estoppel
and res judicata. Together, these rules
prohibit the re-litigation of issues and
claims that were within the scope of a
judgment.
Thus, for example, if the other side takes
a judgment against you for your failure to
respond to the appeal, you may be
forever barred from re-litigating any claim
or issue that was within the scope of the
original proceedings. This can have far
reaching consequences.
Moreover, even if you live out of state, a
judgment entered in PA can be
transferred to your home state for
collection. Depending on the laws of your
home state, you could face a lien against
your property, wage attachment, and
other costs and penalties.
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FAQ - Ignorning The Appeal
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