Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Pennsylvania

Small Claims Questions (Money Owed)

Ex-GF owes me money. No signed agreement. Had been paying small amounts regularly, then stopped. I have bank records & m.o. receipt to show payment history. Would this suffice as proof if she denies the debt?

Can she be served at her place of business? Was going to pay extra for hand delivery.

Can a hearing end without any determination of liability?

Would a civil judgement allow for garnishing of bank accounts, wages or trust funds? If not, how would they decide what personal property should be used to satisfy the debt? How do they liquidate it (or can I)?

Any help you can offer would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!


Asked on 9/12/08, 7:24 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Patrick Narcisi Narcisi Law Offices, P.C.

Re: Small Claims Questions (Money Owed)

Your evidence should be enough unless she has a convincing explanation for the payments. She can be served at her job; but from the MDJ Court it would be certified mail. A hearing could end with a ruling from the MDJ dismissing the complaint without prejudice; which means you could refile it. You could levy on her bank accounts, non-spendthrift trust funds, not wages (except for rent). The Constable or Sheriff's Deputy picks the furniture to sell; but you have to follow up and someone has to actually bid.

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Answered on 9/20/08, 5:00 pm


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