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salutary rule in Pennsylvania

66 Pennsylvania opinions name it 11 courts 1851–2017 0 in the last five years

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Followed or applied (28)

CaseFollowedCited
Furniss v. Lower Merion Townshipgreen
pa · 1963 · cited in 3 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1968–1974
2 sentences

1974As Mr. Chief Justice Bell so artfully stated in Furniss v. Lower Merion Twp., 412 Pa. 404, 406 , 192 A. 2d 926 , 927 (1963): ‘It is a matter of common sense and reality that a comprehensive plan is not like the law of the Medes and the Persians; it must be subject to reasonable change from time to time as conditions in an area or a township or a large neighborhood change.’ This salutary rule that comprehensive plans may be later amended by the passage of new zoning ordinances has been approved not only in Furniss, but also in Donahue v. Zoning Bd. of Adjustment, 412 Pa. 332 , 194 A. 2d 610 (19

1973As Mr. Chief Justice Bell so artfully stated in Furniss v. Lower Merion Twp., 412 Pa. 404, 406 , 194 A. 2d 926, 927 (1963) : ‘It is a matter of common sense and reality that a comprehensive plan is not like the law of the Medes and the Persians; it must he subject to reasonable change from time to time as conditions in an area or a township or a large neighborhood change.’ This salutary rule that comprehensive plans may be later amended by the passage of new zoning ordinances has been approved not only in Furniss, but also in Donahue v. Zoning Bd. of Adjustment, 412 Pa. 332 , 194 A. 2d 610 (19

23
Zebra v. Pittsburgh School Districtgreen
pa · 1972 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1981–2012
2 sentences

1981Our role in this case is made clear in Zebra v. Pittsburgh School District, 449 Pa. 432, 437 , 296 A. 2d 748, 750 (1972): “Courts are further restrained, when dealing with matters of school policy, by the long-established and salutary rule that the courts should not function as super school boards.

1981Our role in this case is made clear in Zebra v. Pittsburgh School District, 449 Pa. 432, 437 , 296 A. 2d 748, 750 (1972): “Courts are further restrained, when dealing with matters of school policy, by the long-established and salutary rule that the courts should not function as super school boards.

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State Dental Council & Examining Board v. Pollockgreen
pa · 1974 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1981–1982
2 sentences

1982For example, less than six weeks after Commonwealth v. Young, supra , our Supreme Court filed an opinion considering a summary of facts alleged in the appellee's brief, even though there was nothing in the record concerning these facts, because the appellant had "not substantially challenged that summary in any of his filings." State Dental Council and Examining Board v. Pollock, 457 Pa. 264, 271 , 318 A.2d 910, 914 (1974).

1982For example, less than six weeks after Commonwealth v. Young, supra , our Supreme Court filed an opinion considering a summary of facts alleged in the appellee's brief, even though there was nothing in the record concerning these facts, because the appellant had "not substantially challenged that summary in any of his filings." State Dental Council and Examining Board v. Pollock, 457 Pa. 264, 271 , 318 A.2d 910, 914 (1974).

22
State of Alabama v. United Statesgreen
ca5 · 1962 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1974–1974
2 sentences

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). [25] These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: "In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen." Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff'd, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). 25 These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: “In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen.” Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff’d, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

22
Willie B. Brooks v. Dr. George J. Beto, Director, Texas Department of Correctionsgreen
ca5 · 1966 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1974–1974
2 sentences

1974See also Brooks v. Beto, 366 F.2d 1, 9 (5th Cir. 1966). [26] That *84 principle underlay our decision in Chester School District , and it underlies our decision today.

1974See also Brooks v. Beto, 366 F.2d 1, 9 (5th Cir. 1966). 26 That principle underlay our decision in Chester School District , and it underlies our decision today.

22
Marcus Jones, Willie B. Hodge, Clifton Nickels and Clarence L. Irving v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc.green
ca10 · 1970 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1974–1974
2 sentences

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). [25] These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: "In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen." Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff'd, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). 25 These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: “In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen.” Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff’d, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

22
Commonwealth v. Garrisongreen
pa · 1978 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2005–2017
2 sentences

2017“The long-standing salutary rule in contempt cases is that ambiguities and omissions in orders redound to the benefit of the person charged with contempt.” Id.

2005See Appellant’s brief, at 14. 7 “A conviction of contempt for violation of a court order can be sustained only if the order or decree was ‘definite, clear, specific and left no doubt or uncertainty’ in the mind of the person to whom it was addressed of the conduct prohibited. ‘The long-standing salutary rule in contempt cases is that ambiguities and omissions in orders redound to the benefit of the person charged with contempt.’ ” Commonwealth v. Garrison, 478 Pa. 356, 368-69 , 386 A.2d 971, 977 (1978) (citations omitted; emphasis added). ¶ 14 There is no doubt that the “conduct prohibited” by

12
Commonwealth v. Anthonygreen
pa · 1984 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1991–2015
2 sentences

2015Commonwealth v. Fluharty, 632 A.2d 312, 314 (Pa. Super. 1993) (quoting Commonwealth v. Anthony, 475 A.2d 1303, 1307 (Pa. 1984) (footnote omitted)).

1991Id., 504 Pa. at 559 , 475 A.2d at 1307 .

12
Hibbs v. Arensberggreen
pa · 1923 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1972–1981
2 sentences

1981We will not interfere with the discretionary exercise of a school board’s power unless the action was based on ‘a misconception of law, ignorance through lack of inquiry into the facts necessary to form an intelligent judgment, or the result of arbitrary will or caprice.’ ” (Quoting Hibbs v. Arensberg, 276 Pa. 24 , 119 A. 2d 727 (1923) ).

1972We will not interfere with the discretionary exercise of a school board’s power unless the action was based on “a misconception of law, ignorance through lack of inquiry into the facts necessary to form an intelligent judgment, or the result of arbitrary will or caprice.” Hibbs v. Arensberg, 276 Pa. 24, 26 , 119 A. 727, 728 (1923).

12
Linwood T. Ford v. Edward Kammerergreen
ca3 · 1971 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1976–1978
2 sentences

1978“The long-standing salutary rule in contempt cases is that ambiguities and omissions in orders redound to the benefit of the person charged with contempt.” Ford v. Kammerer, 450 F.2d 279, 280 (3rd Cir. 1971); accord, United States v. Christie Industries, 465 F.2d 1002 (3rd Cir. 1972).

1978"The long-standing salutary rule in contempt cases is that ambiguities and omissions in orders redound to the benefit of the person charged with contempt." Ford v. Kammerer, 450 F.2d 279, 280 (3rd Cir. 1971); accord, United States v. Christie Industries, 465 F.2d 1002 (3rd Cir. 1972).

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National Land & Investment Co. v. Easttown Township Board of Adjustmentgreen
pa · 1965 · cited in 2 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1968–1970
2 sentences

1970Board of Adjustment, 419 Pa. 504, 521-22 , 215 A. 2d 597, 606-07 (1965) (hereinafter cited as national Land) : “The days are fast disappearing when the judiciary can look at a zoning ordinance and, with nearly as much confidence as a professional zoning expert, decide xipon the merits of a zoning plan and its contribution to the health, safety, morals or general welfare of the community.

1970Board of Adjustment, 419 Pa. 504, 521-22 , 215 A. 2d 597, 606-07 (1965) (hereinafter cited as national Land) : “The days are fast disappearing when the judiciary can look at a zoning ordinance and, with nearly as much confidence as a professional zoning expert, decide xipon the merits of a zoning plan and its contribution to the health, safety, morals or general welfare of the community.

12
Commonwealth v. Fluhartygreen
pasuperct · 1993 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
11
Commonwealth v. Whartongreen
pa · 2005 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
Commonwealth v. Ligonsgreen
pa · 2009 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
Commonwealth v. Maygreen
pa · 2005 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
11
Hutchison v. Luddygreen
pasuperct · 1992 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
11
Commonwealth v. Cartergreen
pa · 1983 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1990–1990
11
Commonwealth v. Graygreen
pa · 1986 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1986–1986
11
Weiss v. Temporary Investment Fund, Inc.green
ca3 · 1982 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
11
Commonwealth v. Whitegreen
pa · 1980 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1983–1983
11
cluster 308599green
cadc · 1972 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1983–1983
11
United States v. Johnsongreen
ca3 · 1974 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1983–1983
11
BALTIMORE COUNTY BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF EMPLOYEES'RETIREMENT SYSTEM v. Comesgreen
md · 1967 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1981–1981
11
cluster 276073green
ca3 · 1967 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1978–1978
11
United States v. Christie Industries, Inc. Edwin C. Christie. Appeal of Edwin C. Christiegreen
ca3 · 1972 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1978–1978
11
Frances Sharp Lichtenstein v. Maurice Lichtenstein and Darby Farms, Inc., Maurice Lichtensteingreen
ca3 · 1970 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1976–1976
11
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority v. Public Utility Commissiongreen
pacommwct · 1971 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1973–1973
11
Miller v. Millergreen
pa · 1863 · cited in 1 Pennsylvania opinions naming this issue, 1954–1954
11

Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
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Also cited on this issue (52)

CaseCitedYears
Baur v. Abbott neutral
pa · 1939
2 sentences

2016Our Supreme Court stated, in Aland v. P–G Publishing, 10 A.2d 5 , 7 (Pa. 1940), that “[d]espite the increasing informality of modern practice, there has been no substantial departure from the salutary rule that pleadings and proof must conform sufficiently to enable a defendant to meet at trial the same cause of action disclosed by the statement of claim.” However, this rule cannot be applied to limit a plaintiff from choosing to prove only one of two alternate theories of liability if the defendant has sufficient notice of both.

1989The statement of the court in Aland v. P-G Publishing, 337 Pa. 259, 263 , 10 A.2d 5 , 7 (1940), is as applicable today as it was nearly 50 years ago: “[djespite the increasing informality of modern practice, there has been no substantial departure from the salutary rule that pleadings and proof must conform sufficiently to enable a defendant to meet at trial the same cause of action disclosed by the statement of claim.” However, this rule *118 cannot be applied to limit a plaintiff from choosing to prove only one of two alternate theories of liability if the defendant has sufficient notice of

31961–2016
Donahue v. Zoning Board of Adjustment green
pa · 1963
2 sentences

1974As Mr. Chief Justice Bell so artfully stated in Furniss v. Lower Merion Twp., 412 Pa. 404, 406 , 192 A. 2d 926 , 927 (1963): ‘It is a matter of common sense and reality that a comprehensive plan is not like the law of the Medes and the Persians; it must be subject to reasonable change from time to time as conditions in an area or a township or a large neighborhood change.’ This salutary rule that comprehensive plans may be later amended by the passage of new zoning ordinances has been approved not only in Furniss, but also in Donahue v. Zoning Bd. of Adjustment, 412 Pa. 332 , 194 A. 2d 610 (19

1974As Mr. Chief Justice Bell so artfully stated in Furniss v. Lower Merion Twp., 412 Pa. 404, 406 , 192 A. 2d 926 , 927 (1963): ‘It is a matter of common sense and reality that a comprehensive plan is not like the law of the Medes and the Persians; it must be subject to reasonable change from time to time as conditions in an area or a township or a large neighborhood change.’ This salutary rule that comprehensive plans may be later amended by the passage of new zoning ordinances has been approved not only in Furniss, but also in Donahue v. Zoning Bd. of Adjustment, 412 Pa. 332 , 194 A. 2d 610 (19

31968–1974
Key Realty Co. Zoning Case green
pa · 1962
2 sentences

1974As Mr. Chief Justice Bell so artfully stated in Furniss v. Lower Merion Twp., 412 Pa. 404, 406 , 192 A. 2d 926 , 927 (1963): ‘It is a matter of common sense and reality that a comprehensive plan is not like the law of the Medes and the Persians; it must be subject to reasonable change from time to time as conditions in an area or a township or a large neighborhood change.’ This salutary rule that comprehensive plans may be later amended by the passage of new zoning ordinances has been approved not only in Furniss, but also in Donahue v. Zoning Bd. of Adjustment, 412 Pa. 332 , 194 A. 2d 610 (19

1974As Mr. Chief Justice Bell so artfully stated in Furniss v. Lower Merion Twp., 412 Pa. 404, 406 , 192 A. 2d 926 , 927 (1963): ‘It is a matter of common sense and reality that a comprehensive plan is not like the law of the Medes and the Persians; it must be subject to reasonable change from time to time as conditions in an area or a township or a large neighborhood change.’ This salutary rule that comprehensive plans may be later amended by the passage of new zoning ordinances has been approved not only in Furniss, but also in Donahue v. Zoning Bd. of Adjustment, 412 Pa. 332 , 194 A. 2d 610 (19

31968–1974
Aland v. P-G Publishing Co. neutral
pa · 1939
2 sentences

1989The statement of the court in Aland v. P-G Publishing, 337 Pa. 259, 263 , 10 A.2d 5 , 7 (1940), is as applicable today as it was nearly 50 years ago: “[djespite the increasing informality of modern practice, there has been no substantial departure from the salutary rule that pleadings and proof must conform sufficiently to enable a defendant to meet at trial the same cause of action disclosed by the statement of claim.” However, this rule *118 cannot be applied to limit a plaintiff from choosing to prove only one of two alternate theories of liability if the defendant has sufficient notice of

1961In Aland v. P-G Publishing Co., 337 Pa. 259 (1940), 10 A. 2d 5 , we said: “Despite the increasing informality of modern practice, there has been no substantial departure from the salutary rule that pleadings and proof must conform sufficiently to enable a defendant to meet at trial the same cause of action disclosed by the statement of claim.

21961–1989
Commonwealth v. Young green
pa · 1974
2 sentences

1982For example, less than six weeks after Commonwealth v. Young, supra , our Supreme Court filed an opinion considering a summary of facts alleged in the appellee's brief, even though there was nothing in the record concerning these facts, because the appellant had "not substantially challenged that summary in any of his filings." State Dental Council and Examining Board v. Pollock, 457 Pa. 264, 271 , 318 A.2d 910, 914 (1974).

1982For example, less than six weeks after Commonwealth v. Young, supra, our Supreme Court filed an opinion considering a summary of facts alleged in the appellee’s brief, even though there was nothing in the record concerning these facts, because the appellant had “not substantially challenged that summary in any of his filings.” State Dental Council and Examining Board v. Pollock, 457 Pa. 264, 271 , 318 A.2d 910, 914 (1974).

21981–1982
Commonwealth ex rel. Meholchick v. Maroney green
pa · 1963
2 sentences

1976However, we are aware of the salutary rule in White v. Young, 409 Pa. 562 , 186 A.2d 919 (1963), cited by the appellant to the effect that where the remedy at law is inadequate as to the part of the proceedings involving injunctive relief, a court of equity should héar the entire controversy in order to do complete justice and avoid piecemeal litigation”: Trimble Services, Inc. v. Franchise Realty Interstate Corp., 445 Pa. 333, 341 , 285 A.2d 113 (1971).

1971However, we are aware of the salutary rule in White v. Young, 409 Pa. 562 , 186 A. 2d 919 (1963), cited by the appellant to the effect that where the remedy at law is inadequate as to the part of the proceedings involving injunctive relief, a court of equity should hear the entire controversy in order to do complete justice and avoid piecemeal litigation.

21971–1976
White v. Young green
pa · 1963
2 sentences

1976However, we are aware of the salutary rule in White v. Young, 409 Pa. 562 , 186 A.2d 919 (1963), cited by the appellant to the effect that where the remedy at law is inadequate as to the part of the proceedings involving injunctive relief, a court of equity should héar the entire controversy in order to do complete justice and avoid piecemeal litigation”: Trimble Services, Inc. v. Franchise Realty Interstate Corp., 445 Pa. 333, 341 , 285 A.2d 113 (1971).

1971However, we are aware of the salutary rule in White v. Young, 409 Pa. 562 , 186 A. 2d 919 (1963), cited by the appellant to the effect that where the remedy at law is inadequate as to the part of the proceedings involving injunctive relief, a court of equity should hear the entire controversy in order to do complete justice and avoid piecemeal litigation.

21971–1976
Alabama v. United States green
scotus · 1962
2 sentences

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). [25] These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: "In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen." Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff'd, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). 25 These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: “In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen.” Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff’d, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

21974–1974
Milanovich v. United States green
scotus · 1962
2 sentences

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). [25] These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: "In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen." Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff'd, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). 25 These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: “In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen.” Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff’d, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

21974–1974
Haines v. Kerner green
scotus · 1971
2 sentences

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). [25] These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: "In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen." Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff'd, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). 25 These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: “In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen.” Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff’d, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

21974–1974
Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc. v. Jones green
scotus · 1971
2 sentences

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). [25] These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: "In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen." Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff'd, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

1974Jones v. Lee Way Motor Freight, Inc., 431 F.2d 245, 247 (10th Cir. 1970), cert. denied, 401 U.S. 954 , 91 S. Ct. 972 (1971). 25 These cases demonstrate the salutary principle: “In the problem of racial discrimination, statistics often tell much, and Courts listen.” Alabama v. United States, 304 F.2d 583, 586 (5th Cir.) (footnote omitted), aff’d, 371 U.S. 37 , 83 S. Ct. 145 (1962).

21974–1974
Asay v. Hoover neutral
pa · 1846
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
Grabill v. Barr neutral
pa · 1846
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
Nirdlinger v. Seidel neutral
· 1958
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
Walkiewicz Will neutral
pa · 1958
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
James' Estate green
pa · 1938
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
Orlady v. Orlady neutral
pa · 1939
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
Cohen Will green
pa · 1947
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
Kelly's Estate green
· 1932
21960–1960
Morris Will green
pa · 1944
2 sentences

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

1960This section sets forth in statutory form the well-established and salutary rule in the law of wills known as the “two witness rule”: Asay v. Hoover, 5 Pa. 21, 33 ; Grabill v. Barr, 5 Pa. 441, 445 ; Kelly’s Estate, 306 Pa. 551 , 160 A. 454 ; James’ Estate, 329 Pa. 273 , 198 A. 4 ; Orlady’s Estate, 336 Pa. 369 , 9 A. 2d 539 ; Morris Will, 349 Pa. 387 , 37 A. 2d 506 ; Cohen Will, 356 Pa. 161 , 51 A. 2d 704 ; Walkiewicz Will, 392 Pa. 310 , 140 A. 2d 589 .

21960–1960
Dept. of Transp. v. Manor Mines, Inc. green
pa · 1989
12016–2016
Commonwealth v. Carson green
pa · 2006
12014–2014
Commonwealth, Department of Transportation v. Taylor green
pasuperct · 2000
12004–2004
Rogers v. Lea County green
scotus · 1974
11990–1990
Commonwealth v. Fiero green
pa · 1975
11987–1987
Commonwealth v. Mitchell green
pa · 1967
11987–1987
Commonwealth v. Peterson green
pasuperct · 1979
11985–1985
Hill v. United States green
scotus · 1975
11983–1983
Cuyler v. Matthews green
scotus · 1975
11983–1983
In Re Estate of Biddle green
pa · 1980
11981–1981
Ballurio v. Castellini green
njsuperctappdiv · 1954
11981–1981
Feingold v. Bell of Pennsylvania green
pa · 1977
11980–1980
Trimble Services, Inc. v. Franchise Realty Interstate Corp. green
pa · 1971
11976–1976
Furjanick Estate green
pa · 1953
11975–1975
Commonwealth v. Turza green
pa · 1940
11975–1975
Root v. Northern Cambria School District green
pacommwct · 1973
11974–1974
Bellefonte Area School Board v. Bellefonte Area Education Ass'n green
pacommwct · 1973
11974–1974
Blenko v. Schmeltz green
pa · 1949
11974–1974
Dornan v. Philadelphia Housing Authority green
pa · 1938
11973–1973
McDermott v. Gekas neutral
pa · 1961
11972–1972

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PA § 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 9541 (4) PA § 42 Pa. Cons. Stat. § 9543 (4)

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