Pennsylvania law Sections 6909 and 6910 limit a lessor's liability for noncompliance with rental-purchase laws. They specify that a lessee cannot offset amounts owed unless a court has determined the lessor's liability and outline procedures for lessors to correct errors and limit damages. These provisions aim to balance lessee protections with fair liability limits for lessors.
No, a lessee cannot offset amounts owed unless a court has determined the lessor's liability through a judgment.
The lessor must notify the lessee of any errors within 60 days of discovering them and make necessary adjustments to the account.
Yes, if the violation results from a bona fide error, the lessor's liability for damages is limited to actual damages sustained by the lessee.
Yes, lessees can bring an action or use violations as a defense or counterclaim, even if they are in default on their obligations.