Rule 2351 Definitions
Chapter 2350: Substitution of Parties
Rule Text
As used in this chapter,
‘‘action’’ means any civil action or proceeding brought in or appealed to any court of record which is subject to these rules, including actions to obtain judgment upon a mechanics’ lien claim but shall not include actions to enforce municipal liens and claims;
‘‘successor’’ means anyone who by operation of law, election or appointment has succeeded to the interest or office of a party to an action.
Amendment history: The provisions of this Rule 2351 adopted September 30, 1949, effective April 1, 1950; amended May 27, 1964, effective June 30, 1964; amended April 12, 1999, effective July 1, 1999, 29 Pa.B. 2274; amended December 16, 2003, effective July 1, 2004, 34 Pa.B. 9. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (296719).