How is appealing a consolidated case different than appealing a single case?
Under Pa.R.C.P. 1309, an appeal by any party in a particular action shall be deemed to be an appeal by all parties as to all issues unless otherwise stipulated in writing by all parties. Counsel should keep in mind, however, where cases have been consolidated for Trial and/or Discovery purposes, separate appeals must be filed with the Prothonotary pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1308. Additionally, the requisite fee must be paid for each of the cases that have been previously consolidated. Only those cases which are appealed will be scheduled for a de novo hearing. Awards in cases not appealed will become final upon expiration of the appeal time.
