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2027 Quaker Valley Wrestling Scholarship Application

Eligibility, questions and submission instructions for the 2027 Flaherty Fardo / Quaker Valley Wrestling Scholarship.

Flaherty Fardo / Quaker Valley Wrestling Scholarship

The Flaherty Fardo / Quaker Valley Wrestling Scholarship ($1,000) is awarded each year to a graduating Quaker Valley wrestler who demonstrates the ability to handle adversity both on the mat and in life. 2026 recipient: Bruce Anderchak.

Allegheny County Reassessment Ordered: What Property Owners Should Do Now

A judge has ordered Allegheny County's first countywide reassessment since 2012, with new values due by June 30, 2032. Here is the timeline, what it means for your taxes, and five steps every property owner should take now.

Defending School District Tax Appeals in Allegheny County

Thousands of Allegheny County homeowners face sudden tax increases when school districts appeal their property assessments based on recent purchase prices. This practice, often called the “Welcome to the Neighborhood Tax,” unfairly targets new buyers. Our team, led by Attorney Nicole Amick, has been protecting property owners for decades—helping clients reduce assessments, defend their rights, and stop unfair taxation.

Q&A: If I am considering a medical malpractice lawsuit, should I go back to the same doctor for more treatment?

Q&A: If I am in the process of a medical malpractice lawsuit, should I go back to the same doctor for more treatment?

BREAKING NEWS: Why 2023 May Be The Best Time in 20 Years To Appeal Your Allegheny County Property Taxes

There is really good news for property owners in Allegheny County, PA concerning their property taxes. Recent developments concerning Allegheny County property assessments have created the best opportunity in twenty (20) years for commercial and residential property owners to lower their property taxes in 2023.

Pittsburgh Tax Appeal Attorney Nicole Amick Recognized for Excellence 10 Straight Years!

For a Decade straight, Flaherty Fardo Rogel & Amick, LLC Partner Nicole Amick has been recognized for her excellence in property tax appeals and Pennsylvania real estate law. First recognized in 2013 as a Super Lawyer Rising Star, this is the 10th consecutive year Attorney Amick has received this distinguished honor.

3 Ways Property Owners Can Help to Defend School District Tax Appeals

This article will help property owners understand the most important ways to help defend property tax appeals filed by School Districts in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.

3 Reasons Allegheny County Needs a Reassessment Now

Allegheny County property taxes are outdated and unfair and it is time for a reassessment in Allegheny County or to end school district tax appeals.

Secrets to Winning Your 2022 Allegheny County Tax Appeal

This year, in 2022, thousands of Allegheny County property tax assessment appeals were filed by by both taxing entities and commercial and residential property owners. This article explains how property owners can lower their Allegheny County Property Taxes.

2021 Flaherty Fardo / Quaker Valley Wrestling Scholarship

The Flaherty Fardo wrestling scholarship has awarded $1,000.00 annually to a graduating wrestler(s) from Quaker Valley who demonstrates unique ability to ove

Top 10 Mistakes Made By Property Owners in Allegheny Property Tax Appeals

We've outlined the top 10 mistakes made by property owners in their property tax appeal: to keep you from hurting your chances of winning your hearing and ge

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Advice for Defending and Winning PA School Property Tax Appeals

Have a PA School Property Tax Appeal Hearing coming up? Not sure how to prepare, or what to do? Here is some basic information from Flaherty & Fardo.

Should You Answer the Allegheny County Questionnaire?

Allegheny County is notorious for its messy property tax policies. When it’s time for property assessments in Allegheny County, property owners are placed un

How to Defend 2011 Property Tax Appeals in Allegheny County.

While buying a home in Allegheny County has a variety of perks, it’s no secret that the Allegheny County Tax Assessment system is a mess. Here are two tips

What to Do After a Pennsylvania Car Accident

You Must Act Immediately After Car Accidents: It is important that investigation in Pennsylvania car accidents and motor vehicle accidents begins immediately

COVID-19 Can't Stop the Allegheny County Tax Appeal Deadline

COVID-19 Does Not Stop the 2020 Allegheny County Tax Appeal Deadline of March 31, 2020 Despite Residents Urging For an Extension

Texting While Driving Increases Likelihood of Accidents

The U.S. Transportation Secretary announced an immediate ban on text-messaging for truck drivers and bus drivers. Drivers who are texting while driving are 2

How Facebook May Kill Your Lawsuit

As social media expands, lawyers have increased online investigations researching accounts such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

Choose Full Tort, Not Limited Tort, Every Time for Pennsylvania Auto Insurance

This article will help explain why auto drivers in Pennsylvania should choose full tort insurance over limited tort insurance every single time.

Understanding Pennsylvania Loss of Consortium Claims

In Pennsylvania, when one spouse is injured, the uninjured spouse may bring a claim for monetary compensation under a theory of loss of consortium.

Are Jury Verdicts Increasing in Allegheny County?

For years, jury verdicts in Western Pennsylvania have been consistently low. Though jury verdicts on the eastern side of Pennsylvania were consistently incre

Allegheny County Assessment Updates - December 2020

It is easy to understand why commercial property tax appeals in Allegheny County are expected to skyrocket in 2021. The pandemic has caused an unprecedented

How Do I Defend a PA School Property Tax Assessment Appeal?

A: By being more prepared and understanding the rules of evidence and law. The school districts of Allegheny County are now filing 2010 assessment appeals ag

What Happens at the Allegheny County Board of Viewer (BOV) hearing?

It is a long wait and almost always means there will be multiple years at issue by the time the case is finally called. Learn how to navigate this stressful

2020 Flaherty Fardo / Quaker Valley Wrestling Scholarship

The Flaherty Fardo wrestling scholarship has awarded $1,000.00 annually to a graduating wrestler from Quaker Valley who demonstrates unique ability to overco

Judicial Emergency Extended to August 31, 2020

Allegheny County has extended the judicial emergency to August 31, 2020 – however, many of the previous provisions have been modified, so it will be importa

How to Prepare for Your Medical Malpractice Deposition

Here are the 5 best tips for preparing for your Pennsylvania medical malpractice deposition. Rule #1 – Dress appropriately Your deposition often will be the

COVID-19 Update - Effect on Lawsuits and Civil Litigation in Allegheny County

On March 23, 2020, President Judge Kim Berkeley Clark declared a judicial emergency. A full copy of the Order regarding this judicial emergency can be viewed

The 3 Keys to Overcoming the Medical Malpractice Bias in Pittsburgh.

There is a medical malpractice bias in Pittsburgh. This article will discuss the medical malpractice bias by jurors in Allegheny County and throughout wester

What is the Pennsylvania ‘Certificate of Merit’?

In 2003, the Pennsylvania State Supreme Court approved a new rule requiring attorneys to obtain a ‘certificate of merit’ from a medical professional establis

What is Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice?

Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice is the deviation from the acceptable standard of care for what is acceptable when treating patients within the medical commu

What to Do After a ‘Slip and Fall’ Accident in Pennsylvania

This guide will help readers understand the 3 most important steps to take after a slip & fall accident in Pennsylvania to protect their personal injury righ

Money Does Help Families Recover After Serious Injuries

Flaherty Fardo LLC realizes that a financial award can never fully compensate for a significant injury or for the loss of a loved one when a serious personal

Handling the Botched Breast Augmentation Case

Over the last 10 years, Flaherty & Fardo LLC has helped numerous women recover substantial monies from medical malpractice claims involving plastic and cosme

Awful Plastic Surgery? Get a Free Case Evaluation

People who have elected plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery, have done so either wanting to improve their aesthetic appearance or for health related reasons

Why is the School District Appealing my Property Assessment?

Since 2004, School Districts have been aggressively filing property appeals against property owners. Their target has primarily been recent home buyers.

What does the 2002 Base Year Mean for my Allegheny County Property Tax Appeal?

Everyone knows the property tax assessment system - notably in Allegheny County - is broken and unfair. Properties are often overvalued for a variety of reas

Steps for Starting Your Car Accident Lawsuit

How to Draft a Complaint in Civil Action for Car Accident Lawsuit

Do I Need an Appraisal for my Allegheny Property Tax Appeal?

A common question from our clients is whether or not they need an appraisal for their Allegheny County property tax assessment appeal. The not-so-simple answ

Attorney Nicole Hauptman Amick Named Super Lawyer Again

For Immediate Release: Pittsburgh attorney Nicole Hauptman Amick was named as a 2018 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star for the fourth consecutive year

Attorney Bill Rogel Named 2018 Super Lawyer (Seventh Straight Year)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Pittsburgh attorney Bill Rogel was named as a 2018 Super Lawyers Rising Star for the seventh consecutive year. Each year, no more than

Pittsburgh Lawyer Noah Fardo Named Top 100 Trial Attorney

FOR IMMEDIATE ANNOUNCEMENT: Pittsburgh personal injury attorney Noah Fardo has been named to the 2016 Top 100 Trial Attorneys for the state of Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh Attorney Shawn Flaherty Named 2015 Super Lawyer

Pittsburgh Personal Injury Lawyer, Shawn Flaherty, has been selected as a 2015 Super Lawyer for the State of Pennsylvania. He was also selected as a Super La

Noah Fardo Quoted in Two Trib Total Media Articles

Flaherty Fardo’s Noah Paul Fardo was recently quoted in two separate Trib Total Media articles, commenting on in-person tax appeals and the Pittsburgh proper

Significant Change Proposed by Councilman Ed Kress, Board of Viewers Filing Fee Increases

This article will provide readers with the latest updates in the Allegheny County assessment appeals process.

Property Assessment Updates From Allegheny County & Washington County

This article will provide readers with the latest updates from both the Washington and Allegheny County assessment of property taxes.

Allegheny County Increases Arbitration Limits to $35,000.00.

Effective July 15, 2013, Allegheny County has raised the civil division arbitration limits from $25,000.00 to $35,000.00. What is Arbitration? Arbitration is

Judge Wettick Denies Appraisals as Absolute for Property Assessments

This article will provide readers with the latest updates concerning the Allegheny County property assessments.