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110 Pennsylvania opinions name it 25 courts 1911–2026 15 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Pennsylvania courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (53)

CaseFollowedCited
F & M Schaeffer Brewing Co. v. Lehigh County Board of Appealsgreen
pa · 1992 · cited in 4 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2011
2 sentences

2011Actual or market value is defined as “the price which a purchaser, willing but not obligated to buy, would pay an owner, willing but not obligated to sell, taking into consideration all issues to which the property is adapted and might in reason be applied.” F & M Schaeffer Brewing Company v. Lehigh County Board of Appeals, 610 A.2d 1, 3 , 530 Pa. 451, 457 (1992) (citation omitted).

2011Actual or market value is defined as “the price which a purchaser, willing but not obligated to buy, would pay an owner, willing but not obligated to sell, taking into consideration all issues to which the property is adapted and might in reason be applied.” F & M Schaeffer Brewing Company v. Lehigh County Board of Appeals, 610 A.2d 1, 3 , 530 Pa. 451, 457 (1992) (citation omitted).

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Hayward v. Haywardgreen
pasuperct · 2005 · cited in 3 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
2 sentences

2019See Pa.R.A.P. 2119 (describing briefing requirements); Hayward , 868 A.2d at 558 (finding that husband waived issue when he failed to cite pertinent authority and engage in a specific discussion of error with citation to record).

2019See Pa.R.A.P. 2119 (describing briefing requirements); Hayward, 868 A.2d at 558 (finding that husband waived issue when he failed to cite pertinent authority and engage in a specific discussion of error).

33
Commonwealth v. Hartgreen
pasuperct · 2006 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2016–2021
2 sentences

2021These exceptions are 'Com. v. Had, 911 A2 939, 941 (Pa. Super, 2006). 2Com. v. Hawkins, 894 A,2d 716, 722 (Pa, 2006). aCom. v. Had, 911 A.2d 939, 941 (Pa. Super. 2006). interference by government officials', facts unknown and not discoverable by due diligence 5.and newly recognized constitutional rights that apply retroactivelys.A petition claiming one of these exceptions must be filed within sixty (60) days of the time the claim could have been presented.r Further, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court set forth in Commonwealth v. Fahy8 that "a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel does not sav

2016He received no further penalty on the Terroristic Threats (M1), Simple Assault (M1) and Harassment (S) charges. 2 Com. v. I-fart, 911 A.2d 939, 941 (Pa. Super. 2006). but its legal determinations are subject to plenary review.3 The PCRA court's findings will not be disturbed unless there is no support for the findings in the certified record." Pursuant to 42 Pa.C.S. 9545(b), a PCRA petition, including second and subsequent petitions, must be filed within one year of the date the judgment becomes final, unless the petition alleges and the petitioner proves that his claim(s) fall under any of th

22
Commonwealth v. Westgreen
pasuperct · 2007 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2018–2020
2 sentences

2020See Commonwealth v. West, 937 A.2d 516,521 (Pa. Super. Ct. 2007); Pa. R.

2018See Commonwealth v West, 937 A.2d 516, 521 (Pa. Super.

22
Commonwealth v. Riosgreen
pa · 2007 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
2 sentences

2010The Majority states that a claim of counsel ineffectiveness with respect to mitigation poses a mixed question of law and fact, citing Commonwealth v. Rios, 591 Pa. 583 , 920 A.2d 790, 810 (2007) and Strickland, 466 U.S. at 698 , 104 S.Ct. 2052 , which held that the ineffectiveness inquiry is generally comprised of mixed questions of fact and law.

2010The Majority states that a claim of counsel ineffectiveness with respect to mitigation poses a mixed question of law and fact, citing Commonwealth v. Rios, 591 Pa. 583 , 920 A.2d 790, 810 (2007) and Strickland, 466 U.S. at 698 , 104 S.Ct. 2052 , which held that the ineffectiveness inquiry is generally comprised of mixed questions of fact and law.

22
Kennedy, J. v. Crothall Healthcaregreen
pasuperct · 2024 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2026–2026
1 sentence

2026See Appellant’s Reply Brief, at 6-11; see also Kennedy v. Crothall Healthcare, Inc., 321 A.3d 1065, 1072 (Pa. Super. 2026) (waiving argument raised for first time on appeal); Pa.R.A.P. 302(a).

11
Dorsey v. Redmangreen
pa · 2014 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Dorsey v. Redman, 96 A.3d 332, 340 (Pa. 2014).

11
In the Int. of: H.H.N., Appeal of: D.B.green
pasuperct · 2023 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025Int. of H.H.N., 296 A.3d 1258, 1263 (Pa. Super. 2023).

11
In Re: M.Z.T.M.W., a minor, Appeal of: M.W.green
pasuperct · 2017 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024See In re M.Z.T.M.W., 163 A.3d 462, 465-66 (Pa. Super. 2017).

11
Rice v. Compro Distributing, Inc.green
pacommwct · 2006 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
1 sentence

2023Rice v. Compro Distrib., Inc., 901 A.2d 570, 574 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2006).

11
Maranc v. Workers' Compensation Appeal Boardgreen
pacommwct · 2000 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022Appeal Bd. (Bienenfeld), 751 A.2d 1196, 1199 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2000).

11
Commonwealth v. Hardygreen
pasuperct · 2007 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
1 sentence

2022See Pa.R.A.P. 2119(a); Commonwealth v. Hardy, 918 A.2d 766, 771 (Pa.Super. 2007) (“[I]t is an appellant's duty to present arguments that are sufficiently developed for our review.

11
Commonwealth v. Glassgreen
pa · 2000 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021While we acknowledge the differing results this Court has reached with respect to the waiver of Alexander challenges, we do not find the discussion or analysis in these unpublished decisions particularly instructive on the facts of this case. readily, or even usefully, reduced to a neat set of legal rules.” Commonwealth v. Glass, 754 A.2d 655, 663 (Pa. 2000) (quoting Illinois v. Gates, 462 U.S. 213, 232 (1983)).

11
Illinois v. Gatesgreen
scotus · 1983 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021While we acknowledge the differing results this Court has reached with respect to the waiver of Alexander challenges, we do not find the discussion or analysis in these unpublished decisions particularly instructive on the facts of this case. readily, or even usefully, reduced to a neat set of legal rules.” Commonwealth v. Glass, 754 A.2d 655, 663 (Pa. 2000) (quoting Illinois v. Gates, 462 U.S. 213, 232 (1983)).

11
Commonwealth v. Hawkinsgreen
pa · 2006 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
1 sentence

2021These exceptions are 'Com. v. Had, 911 A2 939, 941 (Pa. Super, 2006). 2Com. v. Hawkins, 894 A,2d 716, 722 (Pa, 2006). aCom. v. Had, 911 A.2d 939, 941 (Pa. Super. 2006). interference by government officials', facts unknown and not discoverable by due diligence 5.and newly recognized constitutional rights that apply retroactivelys.A petition claiming one of these exceptions must be filed within sixty (60) days of the time the claim could have been presented.r Further, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court set forth in Commonwealth v. Fahy8 that "a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel does not sav

11
Commonwealth v. Chambersgreen
pa · 1991 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
1 sentence

2020Commonwealth v. Hargrave, 145 A.3d 20 , 22 (Pa.Super. 2000), appeal denied, 160 A.2d 85 l (Pa. 2000)(internal citations omitted); Commonwealth. v. Brunson, 938 A.2d 1057, 1058 (Pa.Super. 2007); Commonwealth v. Chambers, 599 A.2d 630, 633 (Pa. 1991).

11
Commonwealth v. Brunsongreen
pasuperct · 2007 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
1 sentence

2020Commonwealth v. Hargrave, 145 A.3d 20 , 22 (Pa.Super. 2000), appeal denied, 160 A.2d 85 l (Pa. 2000)(internal citations omitted); Commonwealth. v. Brunson, 938 A.2d 1057, 1058 (Pa.Super. 2007); Commonwealth v. Chambers, 599 A.2d 630, 633 (Pa. 1991).

11
In Re: Condemnation by PennDOT, of Right-of-Way for SR 1032, Section B02, in the Borough of Rochester: Cronimet Corp. v. PennDOTgreen
pacommwct · 2016 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
1 sentence

2020In re Condemnation by the Commonwealth, Department of Transportation, 137 A.3d 666, 670 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2016) (State Route 1032).

11
Commonwealth v. Boyergreen
pasuperct · 2008 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
1 sentence

2019Commonwealth v. Boyer, 962 A.2d 1213, 1214 (Pa. Super. 2008).

11
Goodman v. Goodmangreen
pasuperct · 1988 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
11
Commonwealth v. Stevensongreen
pasuperct · 2006 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
11
Powell v. EMIGRANT MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC.green
pa · 2010 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
11
Commonwealth v. Esteppgreen
pasuperct · 2011 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
11
Vaughn v. Didiziangreen
pasuperct · 1994 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
11
Commonwealth v. Levanduskigreen
pasuperct · 2006 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
11
Commonwealth v. Zortmangreen
pa · 2011 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
11
Commonwealth v. Williamsgreen
pa · 2008 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2013–2013
11
Commonwealth v. Dalbertogreen
pasuperct · 1994 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
11
Commonwealth v. Archergreen
pasuperct · 1998 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Graham v. Campogreen
pasuperct · 2010 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
In re Appeal of deBottongreen
pacommwct · 1984 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Commonwealth v. Powellgreen
pasuperct · 2010 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Poust v. Hyltongreen
pasuperct · 2007 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Valley View Civic Ass'n v. Zoning Board of Adjustmentgreen
pa · 1983 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Commonwealth v. Carrgreen
pasuperct · 2001 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
Commonwealth v. Gwynngreen
pa · 2008 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
Commonwealth v. Murraygreen
pa · 2000 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
Atlantic Credit & Finance, Inc. v. Giulianagreen
pasuperct · 2003 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
Commonwealth v. Bomargreen
pa · 2003 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
11
Pennsylvania Power & Light Co. v. Maritime Management, Inc.green
pasuperct · 1997 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Pennsylvania. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (27)

CaseCitedYears
Commonwealth v. Flowers green
pasuperct · 1976
2 sentences

2021For a discussion of the requirement of probable cause for the issuance of an arrest warrant, see Commonwealth v. Flowers, 369 A.2d 362 (Pa. Super. 1976).

2018For a discussion of the requirement of probable cause for the issuance of an arrest warrant, see Commonwealth v. Flowers, 369 A.2d 362 (Pa. Super. 1976).

42017–2021
Strickland v. Washington green
scotus · 1984
2 sentences

2010The Majority states that a claim of counsel ineffectiveness with respect to mitigation poses a mixed question of law and fact, citing Commonwealth v. Rios, 591 Pa. 583 , 920 A.2d 790, 810 (2007) and Strickland, 466 U.S. at 698 , 104 S.Ct. 2052 , which held that the ineffectiveness inquiry is generally comprised of mixed questions of fact and law.

2010The Majority states that a claim of counsel ineffectiveness with respect to mitigation poses a mixed question of law and fact, citing Commonwealth v. Rios, 591 Pa. 583 , 920 A.2d 790, 810 (2007) and Strickland, 466 U.S. at 698 , 104 S.Ct. 2052 , which held that the ineffectiveness inquiry is generally comprised of mixed questions of fact and law.

32001–2010
Allen v. Willard green
pa · 1868
2 sentences

1925The discussion of this principle by Judge Agnew, in Allen v. Willard, 57 Pa. 374 , is instructive.

1916The discussion of this principle by Judge Ag-NEW, in Allen v. Willard, 57 Pa. 374 , is instructive.

31911–1925
Commonwealth v. Bennett green
pa · 1971
2 sentences

2022I incorporate the Majority’s discussion of the factors set forth in Commonwealth v. Bennett, 282 A. 2d 276 (Pa. 1971), for evaluating whether repeated Miranda warnings are necessary.

2022I incorporate the Majority’s discussion of the factors set forth in Commonwealth v. Bennett, 282 A. 2d 276 (Pa. 1971), for evaluating whether repeated Miranda warnings are necessary.

22022–2022
Warren's Estate green
pa · 1935
2 sentences

1956For a discussion of the doctrine of remoteness see Warren’s Estate, 320 Pa. 112 , 182 A. 396 ; Harrah Estate, 364 Pa. 451 , 72 A. 2d 587 .” Testator died June 23, 1943, prior to the Estates Act of 1947, supra. We are, therefore, required to apply the common law rule.

1956For a discussion of the doctrine of remoteness see Warren’s Estate, 320 Pa. 112 , 182 A. 396 ; Harrah Estate, 364 Pa. 451 , 72 A. 2d 587 .” Testator died June 23, 1943, prior to the Estates Act of 1947, supra. We are, therefore, required to apply the common law rule.

21954–1956
Harrah Estate green
pa · 1950
2 sentences

1956For a discussion of the doctrine of remoteness see Warren’s Estate, 320 Pa. 112 , 182 A. 396 ; Harrah Estate, 364 Pa. 451 , 72 A. 2d 587 .” Testator died June 23, 1943, prior to the Estates Act of 1947, supra. We are, therefore, required to apply the common law rule.

1956For a discussion of the doctrine of remoteness see Warren’s Estate, 320 Pa. 112 , 182 A. 396 ; Harrah Estate, 364 Pa. 451 , 72 A. 2d 587 .” Testator died June 23, 1943, prior to the Estates Act of 1947, supra. We are, therefore, required to apply the common law rule.

21954–1956
Garlick v. Commonwealth, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Driver Licensing green
pacommwct · 2018
1 sentence

2024Discussion Our standard of review is to determine “whether common pleas committed an error of law, whether common pleas abused its discretion, or whether the findings of fact are supported by substantial evidence.” Garlick v. Dep’t of Transp., Bureau of Driver Licensing, 176 A.3d 1030 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2018).

12024–2024
In Re Estate of LeVin green
pasuperct · 1992
1 sentence

2023Following a discussion of the doctrine and review of several decisions from our sister jurisdictions, we stated that “the will . . . vests Meridian with extensive powers over the distribution and continuation of the trust in perpetuity which smacks of undue influence.” Id. at 43 .

12023–2023
Bologna v. Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry neutral
pacommwct · 2003
1 sentence

2023DISCUSSION The standard for reviewing regulations promulgated to implement a statutory scheme where, as here, the empowering provision of the statute gives the 4 This Court’s scope of review of an administrative agency’s order is limited to a determination of whether constitutional rights were violated, whether the decision was rendered in accordance with the law, and whether necessary findings of fact are supported by substantial evidence. 2 Pa. C.S. § 704; Bologna v. Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry, 816 A.2d 407 , 410 n.3 (Pa. Cmwlth. 2003).

12023–2023
Drouin v. State green
md · 1960
1 sentence

2020Commonwealth v. Hargrave, 145 A.3d 20 , 22 (Pa.Super. 2000), appeal denied, 160 A.2d 85 l (Pa. 2000)(internal citations omitted); Commonwealth. v. Brunson, 938 A.2d 1057, 1058 (Pa.Super. 2007); Commonwealth v. Chambers, 599 A.2d 630, 633 (Pa. 1991).

12020–2020
Commonwealth v. Ratsamy green
pasuperct · 2005
1 sentence

2019Commonwealth v. Ratsamy, 885 A.2d 1005 , I 007 (Pa.Super. 2005).

12019–2019
Wheatley v. Niedich neutral
pasuperct · 1904
12017–2017
Weaver v. Franklin County green
pacommwct · 2007
12017–2017
Hall v. Nationwide Mutual Insurance green
pasuperct · 1993
12014–2014
Zortman v. Pennsylvania neutral
scotus · 2012
12013–2013
Yocca v. Pittsburgh Steelers Sports, Inc. green
pa · 2004
12013–2013
Commonwealth v. Marts green
pasuperct · 2005
12012–2012
Janicik v. Prudential Insurance Co. of America green
pasuperct · 1982
12007–2007
Duquesne Light Co. v. Woodland Hills School District green
pacommwct · 1997
12005–2005
Altoona Area School District v. Campbell green
pacommwct · 1992
12005–2005
Newmont Mines Limited and Esso Resources Canada Limited v. Hanover Insurance Company & Utica Mutual Insurance Company green
ca2 · 1986
12004–2004
Amerinet, Inc. v. Xerox Corp. green
scotus · 1993
12002–2002
Twin City Fire Insurance v. Fortunato neutral
scotus · 1993
12002–2002
Republic Insurance Group v. Maleski green
scotus · 1993
12002–2002
Harman v. Commonwealth green
pa · 1824
12002–2002
Foster v. Mutual Fire, Marine & Inland Insurance green
pa · 1992
12002–2002
Mackay v. Sauerland neutral
pasuperct · 1996
11999–1999

Statutes the citing opinions construe

PA § 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 9543 (6) PA § 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 9711 (5)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

CA 232 (1907–2026) LA 170 (1941–2025) TX 159 (1887–2021) PA 110 (1911–2026) NY 84 (1891–2026) TN 79 (1904–2026) IL 61 (1872–2024) MA 57 (1874–2024) CT 55 (1857–2021) MO 52 (1905–2020) FL 44 (1909–2025) AL 42 (1894–2024) WV 38 (1920–2020) MD 38 (1939–2025) IN 36 (1867–2019) WI 32 (1891–2025) KS 29 (1904–2026) MI 27 (1889–2024) GA 27 (1895–2018) OK 24 (1908–2009) WA 24 (1910–2024) OH 23 (1951–2026) NC 22 (1895–2022) DE 21 (1972–2025) MT 21 (1919–2022) KY 20 (1917–2022) RI 19 (1968–2022) SC 16 (1929–2022) NE 16 (1884–2021) AZ 16 (1916–2020) MS 16 (1938–2020) OR 16 (1922–2025) ME 16 (1947–2024) NJ 15 (1891–2026) VA 14 (1927–2015) AR 14 (1941–2026) WY 14 (1948–1999) NM 12 (1950–2025) AK 11 (1964–2001) UT 10 (1958–2021) DC 9 (1956–2016) IA 9 (1962–2025) MN 8 (1900–2006) CO 8 (1952–2008) VT 7 (1967–2026) NV 7 (1991–2009) ND 5 (1907–1991) ID 5 (1968–2012) NH 5 (1986–2021) HI 4 (1982–2017) SD 3 (1979–2010) VI 2 (1988–2010)

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