Deadlines To Act on an Appeal Are Short
The attorneys at Clymer, Musser & Sarno, P.C. have extensive knowledge when it comes to appeals. We have argued cases before the Pennsylvania Superior Court as well as the Commonwealth Court of Appeals.
Whether your appeal is in the field of Criminal Law or Civil, the attorneys at Clymer, Musser & Sarno, P.C. have the knowledge and experience to ensure a fair trial.
The appeals process is complex. Without an experienced lawyer on your side, your chances of a successful appeal are not good. We need to meet with you to determine next steps for a possible appeal.
The sooner you contact us, the more we can help you.
Should You Even Try To Appeal?
If you have you been convicted of a crime in court or lost a case in front of a government/bureaucratic agency, you might be able to appeal the decision.
Though there are many grounds for appeal, two common issues we see are:
1. Report a misapplication of the law by the judge (known as an “error of law”.)
2. You can argue that the evidence against you was not sufficient to support the judgment.
Contact us now if you have questions or aren’t sure if your case can be appealed. We will guide you through what to do next.
Criminal and Agency Appeals
1. Criminal Cases
You are found guilty or you object to a ruling made against you in the Court of Common Pleas before the conviction. You must file an appeal within 30 days (sometimes 10 days for motions to reconsider a sentence) to the PA Superior Court. If you lose there, then you can appeal to PA Supreme Court.
2. Agency Appeals
Should you be unsuccessful at an agency hearing, you have the right to request an appeal to be heard by the Board of that particular agency. If the Board’s decision upholds the agency’s original judgment, you then have the right to pursue an appeal before Pennsylvania’s Commonwealth Court.
Our attorneys have experience appearing in hearings before agencies in Harrisburg including the Bureau of Professional & Occupational Affairs, OSHA, the Department of Public Welfare and the Department of Revenue.
If you find yourself in a dispute with one of these agencies over a decision or finding or tax payments or a professional license, our attorneys are not afraid to investigate your case and put the government to its proof.
In many agency matters, time for bringing a challenge is limited. Our attorneys are prepared to move quickly to see that you and your business are protected.
3. Professional Licenses
As licensed professionals ourselves, our attorneys understand the importance of the work you do and the career you’ve chosen.
A licensure inquiry can have a devastating impact on your business and your family and can threaten lost income or a lost career. As soon as you are contacted by an investigator, our attorneys are available to assist you in presenting information and a defense to any accusation leveled against you.
When your profession and livelihood is at stake, do not hesitate to contact our trusted, fearless advisors.
Appeals Experience
Our attorneys have experience appearing in hearings before agencies in Harrisburg including:
Bureau of Professional & Occupational Affairs
– OSHA
– Department of Public Welfare
– Department of Revenue
– Board of Pardons
If you find yourself in a dispute with one of these agencies, our attorneys are not afraid to investigate your case and put the government to its proof. Want to learn about the results of our Appeals cases? View this relevant case study of a Supreme Court Amicus Brief.
In many agency matters, time for bringing a challenge is limited. Our attorneys are prepared to move quickly to see that you and your business are protected.