Stroudsburg HOA Legal Blotter: Penn Estates Files 37 Lawsuits Against Residents in 2025 — Check If You're on the List

EAST STROUDSBURG, PA — Penn Estates Property Owners Association filed civil lawsuits against at least 37 residents and property owners in 2025, with all but one case now closed in Monroe County court. Many homeowners may not realize they were sued, potentially facing default judgments that could affect their credit, property titles, and future financing.

If your name appears on the list below, you may have a court judgment against you. Default judgments can be entered when defendants don’t respond to legal notices, and court records show all 36 closed cases were resolved between June and November 2025.

Why This Matters

If you were sued by your HOA and didn’t respond:

A judgment may have been entered against you
A lien may be placed on your property
Your credit score could be damaged
Future mortgage refinancing may be blocked
Foreclosure proceedings could be initiated

Many homeowners miss lawsuit notices due to:

Mail sent to outdated addresses
Documents left at properties where owners don’t reside
Service by posting at the property
Assumption that HOA letters are just warnings

Complete List of Penn Estates Defendants — 2025

Check if your name appears below. All cases were filed in Monroe County Magisterial District Court (MDJ-43-3-02):

April 2025 Filings

MJ-43302-CV-0000197-2025 – CLOSED
Joseph Cooper and Wanda Cooper

MJ-43302-CV-0000198-2025 – CLOSED
Frederick Evans and Barbara Evans

MJ-43302-CV-0000199-2025 – CLOSED
Thomas Jones III and Sandra Jones

MJ-43302-CV-0000200-2025 – CLOSED
Andre Rasin and Awilda Rasin

MJ-43302-CV-0000201-2025 – CLOSED
Naomi Spires and Gerarld Franklin

MJ-43302-CV-0000202-2025 – CLOSED
Nicola Chiarappa and Joanne Chiarappa

MJ-43302-CV-0000203-2025 – CLOSED
Thomas Dunn and Gary Lightbourne

MJ-43302-CV-0000204-2025 – CLOSED
KLS Holding, LLC

MJ-43302-CV-0000205-2025 – CLOSED
Prentice Sprewell

MJ-43302-CV-0000206-2025 – CLOSED
Evette Maisonet

MJ-43302-CV-0000207-2025 – CLOSED
Tanisha Mayes

MJ-43302-CV-0000208-2025 – CLOSED
Jaqua Clayton

MJ-43302-CV-0000209-2025 – CLOSED
Natasha Ottley

MJ-43302-CV-0000210-2025 – INACTIVE
Manoa Vargas

MJ-43302-CV-0000211-2025 – CLOSED
Kiron Dewitt

MJ-43302-CV-0000287-2025 – CLOSED
Dolly Wilkins

MJ-43302-CV-0000288-2025 – CLOSED
Judith Valentin

MJ-43302-CV-0000289-2025 – CLOSED
Ninamarie A. Yendrick

June 2025 Filings

MJ-43302-CV-0000290-2025 – CLOSED
Tyrone Singleton

MJ-43302-CV-0000291-2025 – CLOSED
Job Baez

MJ-43302-CV-0000292-2025 – CLOSED
Romane K. Hunt

MJ-43302-CV-0000293-2025 – CLOSED
Diego Ostolaza

MJ-43302-CV-0000294-2025 – CLOSED
Delano Lamin

MJ-43302-CV-0000295-2025 – CLOSED
Roslyn Olker

MJ-43302-CV-0000296-2025 – CLOSED
Douglas Christian and Alisha Christian

MJ-43302-CV-0000316-2025 – CLOSED
Manso Edward Samura

MJ-43302-CV-0000317-2025 – CLOSED
Stephany Cartagena

MJ-43302-CV-0000318-2025 – CLOSED
Manuel Braga

MJ-43302-CV-0000319-2025 – CLOSED
Emely Enriquez and Milton Bryan Pita

MJ-43302-CV-0000320-2025 – CLOSED
Granville Steverson and Elise Steverson

MJ-43302-CV-0000321-2025 – CLOSED
Raymond Van Orden III and Maryann Van Orden

MJ-43302-CV-0000323-2025 – CLOSED
Rosemary Amalbert, Arsenio Amalbert Jr., and Tatiana Amalbert

MJ-43302-CV-0000324-2025 – CLOSED
Richard Eller and Mary Eller

MJ-43302-CV-0000325-2025 – CLOSED
Besnik Hadzibrahimovic and Sani Hadzibrahimovic

MJ-43302-CV-0000326-2025 – CLOSED
Derrick Coles and Loutanjir Coles

August 2025 Filing

MJ-43302-CV-0000442-2025 – CLOSED
Colette Bullock (A/K/A Colette C. Logan)
Also named: First Title & Escrow, Inc. and Eagle Bank

One Resident Sued Back

MJ-43302-CV-0000047-2025 – CLOSED (February 5, 2025)
Rosemary Elliott v. Penn Estates Property Owners Association

This was the only case in 2025 where a Penn Estates resident sued the HOA. The case is now closed.

How to Check Your Case Status

If your name appears above, you should immediately:

1. Look Up Your Case Online

Visit: ujsportal.pacourts.us

Click “Case Search”
Search by your name or docket number
Select “Monroe County” and “Magisterial District”
Download your docket sheet

2. Call the Court Directly

Monroe County Magisterial District Court 43-3-02
Contact Monroe County court administration for information

3. Request a Docket Sheet

You can request copies of court documents to see:

What you were sued for
When you were served (or if service was attempted)
What judgment was entered
How much you owe
Whether a lien was filed

What “CLOSED” Means

A “closed” case typically means:

Default judgment entered (you didn’t respond)
Settlement reached (you paid or arranged payment)
Judgment for plaintiff (HOA won in court)
Case dismissed (HOA withdrew or lost)

Most closed HOA cases result in judgments against the homeowner.

Consequences of Default Judgments

If a judgment was entered against you without your knowledge:

Immediate Consequences:

Legal debt officially recorded
HOA can pursue collection actions
Lien may be filed against your property
Interest and fees continue to accrue

Credit Impact:

Judgments can be reported to credit bureaus
May lower your credit score significantly
Can affect future loan applications
May complicate refinancing attempts

Property Impact:

Lien attaches to your property title
Must be paid before selling the property
Can lead to foreclosure proceedings
Affects clear title for transactions

Legal Costs:

You may owe HOA’s attorney fees
Court costs added to your debt
Collection agency fees possible
Interest accumulates on judgments

What You Can Do Now

If You Didn’t Know You Were Sued:

Step 1: Get Your Docket Sheet
Obtain official court records showing what happened in your case.

Step 2: Contact an Attorney
A real estate or HOA attorney can advise you on:

Whether the service of process was proper
If you can petition to reopen the case
Options for appealing default judgments
Negotiating payment arrangements

Step 3: Contact the HOA
Penn Estates Property Owners Association may be willing to:

Set up a payment plan
Reduce penalties or fees
Remove liens upon payment
Provide accounting of what you owe

Step 4: Check Your Property Title
Order a title search to determine if liens were filed against your property.

If You’re Currently Being Sued:

DO NOT IGNORE IT

Respond within required timeframes
Attend all court hearings
Hire an attorney if possible
Request payment plans in writing

Understanding HOA Collection Powers

Pennsylvania law grants HOAs significant authority:

Uniform Planned Community Act (UPCA):

HOAs can file liens for unpaid assessments after 30 days
Liens include principal, interest, late fees, and attorney costs
HOAs can foreclose on properties with delinquent accounts
Foreclosure can occur even for small amounts owed

What HOAs Can Collect:

Regular monthly/annual assessments
Special assessments for capital improvements
Fines for covenant violations
Late fees and interest
Legal fees and court costs
Collection agency fees

Red Flags You May Have Been Sued

Watch for these warning signs:

Certified mail you didn’t pick up
Mail from Monroe County court system
Notices posted on your door
Mail forwarding issues if you moved
Calls from collection agencies
Unexpected credit score drops
Title issues when trying to sell/refinance

Penn Estates Overview

Penn Estates is a planned community in East Stroudsburg, Monroe County, with:

Hundreds of residential properties
Mandatory homeowners association membership
Regular assessment fees for all owners
Covenant restrictions and community rules
Common areas and amenities

Why So Many Lawsuits?

The surge in Penn Estates HOA litigation may reflect:

Post-pandemic financial hardship affecting homeowners’ ability to pay
Accumulated delinquencies from 2020-2024
Strategic collection campaign to recover outstanding debts
Increased enforcement of covenants and violations
Budget pressures requiring aggressive collection

Your Rights as a Homeowner

Even if you owe money to your HOA:

You have a right to proper legal notice
You can dispute charges you believe are incorrect
You can request itemized accounting of debts
You can negotiate payment plans
You can contest improper liens or foreclosures
You may be able to reopen cases with improper service

Take Action Today

If your name is on this list:

Look up your case immediately at ujsportal.pacourts.us
Download and review your docket sheet
Contact an attorney for legal advice
Reach out to Penn Estates HOA to discuss resolution
Check your property title for liens

Do not ignore this. Default judgments and property liens do not go away and will follow you until resolved.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with a qualified attorney regarding your specific situation.

Case Information Source: Pennsylvania Unified Judicial System Web Portal
Court: Monroe County Magisterial District Court 43-3-02
Data Current As Of: November 24, 2025