PA Superior Court

Pauletta v. Riverview Manor - Non-Precedential Court Decision

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania affirmed a lower court's order granting summary judgment to Riverview Manor Homeowners' Association in a dispute with unit owner Robert Pauletta. The case involved Pauletta's request to install a portable HVAC unit requiring an exterior vent, which was denied based on community covenants.

Com. v. Dunkowski - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed the dismissal of Albert Dunkowski's PCRA petition but remanded for the sentencing court to consider his eligibility for Recidivism Risk Reduction Incentive (RRRI) credits. The court found that Dunkowski is entitled to relief on his newly raised claim regarding RRRI eligibility.

Adoption of N.R.A., Appeal of M.A.A.

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania vacated and remanded orders terminating parental rights to four minors. The court found insufficient evidence under Section 2511(b) to support the termination, citing the mother's history of substance abuse and child neglect. The case involves docket numbers 915 WDA 2025, 916 WDA 2025, 917 WDA 2025, and 918 WDA 2025.

Com. v. Francis, C. - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court reversed a trial court's decision to exclude expert testimony from a forensic scientist in the case of Com. v. Francis. The Commonwealth argued the trial court erred in precluding the testimony regarding THC vape pen devices found during a traffic stop. The appellate court agreed, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Com. v. Harris - Criminal Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court issued a non-precedential opinion in the criminal appeal case of Commonwealth v. Harris. The court affirmed the judgment of sentence entered by the trial court. The appeal concerned charges including rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, strangulation, burglary, and robbery.

Hertzog v. Francisco - Custody Dispute Decision

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania affirmed a lower court's custody order granting primary physical custody to the mother and detailing requirements for the father to obtain unsupervised partial custody. The court found the trial court's decision to be supported by the record and free of legal error.

Com. v. Littles, K. - Criminal Sentencing Appeal

The Pennsylvania Superior Court issued a non-precedential decision in the case of Commonwealth v. Littles, K. The court affirmed the judgment of sentence imposed on Kevin Eugene Littles, Jr. for third-degree murder and robbery. The appeal challenged the discretionary aspects of his sentence.

Com. v. Robinson - Criminal Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential decision affirming the dismissal of Donnelle Robinson's second petition for Post-Conviction Relief Act (PCRA) under docket numbers 1118 EDA 2025, 1119 EDA 2025, and 1120 EDA 2025. The appeal stems from orders entered on April 11, 2025, by the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County.

Adoption of S.R.A., Appeal of R.W.A., III - Parental Rights Termination

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania reviewed an appeal concerning the termination of parental rights for two minors. The court found a lack of clear and convincing evidence to support the termination under Section 2511(b) and has vacated and remanded the case for further proceedings.

Commonwealth v. Jason Goodwill - PCRA Appeal

The Superior Court of Pennsylvania affirmed the dismissal of Jason Goodwill's PCRA petition. Goodwill appealed the denial of relief on claims of ineffective assistance of plea counsel. The court found the PCRA court properly denied relief.