Susquehanna Patriot Commercial Leasing Co. v. Holper Industries, Inc.

OPINION BY

BOWES, J.:

¶ 1 At issue in this case is the enforceability of a “floating” forum selection clause in equipment leases. We conclude that the clause is enforceable under Pennsylvania law and therefore reverse and remand.

¶ 2 Appellant, Susquehanna Patriot Commercial Leasing Company, Inc., was assigned various leases for telecommunications equipment by NorVergenee, Inc. The background of the leases in question bears repeating since there has been nationwide litigation, including litigation by various states’ attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission, over leases negotiated by…