Treu v. Harleysville Insurance

JOHNSON, Judge.

On this appeal, we are asked to determine whether the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia, in relying upon Philadelphia Local Rule *212.2, erroneously imposed sanctions upon appellants. Because we have no record evidence that the trial court followed the procedures set forth in Rule *212.2, we reverse.

The facts can be summarized as follows: Joseph and Elena Treu (the Treus) purchased a homeowner’s insurance policy from Harleysville Insurance Company (Harleysville). In July 1992, the Treus submitted a claim to Harleysville for damage to their home caused by a storm. Thereafter, the…