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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER, .
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Plaintiff
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ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants : JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOT ICE T 0 DEFENID
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against
the claims set forth in the fOllowing pages, you must take
action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice
are served, by entering a written appearance personally or by
attorney and filinq in writing with the court your defenses or
objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned
that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a
judgment may be entered against you by the court without further
notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for any other
claim or relief requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money
or property or other rights important to you.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU
DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE
THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL
HELP.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 LIBERTY AVENUE
CARLISLE PA 17013
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Matthew D.Strohm
Attorney for Plaintiff
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
COKPLAXNT
1. Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, a citizen of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania and an adult individual who resides at 310 Valley
Street, Marysville, Perry County, Pennsylvania.
2. Defendants are Elizabeth A. Milliken, an adult individual and
citizen of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who resides at 201B
Valley Street, Marysville, perry County, Pennsylvania and Brian M.
Hoffman, an adult individual and citizen of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania who resides at R.D. #2, P.O. Box 57-A, Elliottsburg,
Perry County, Pennsylvania.
3. The facts and occurrences hereinafter related took place on or
about May 8, 1998, at approximately 4:00 p.m. at the intersection
of State Road 0114 and Sporting Green Drive, Silverspring
Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
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4. At that time and place, Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken was
operating her motor vehicle, a 1993 Ford Ranger pick-Up truck,
traveling East on SR-0114.
5. At that time and place, Plaintiff, Mary E. Kocher, was a
passenger in the front passenger seat of the vehicle driven by
Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken.
6. At that time and place, the Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken,
pulled into the left turn lane to turn left onto Sporting Green
Drive. In so doing, Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken turned left,
crossing the passing lane of SR-0114 West and entering into the
right lane of SR-Ol14.
7. At that time and place, Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman, was
operating a 1995 K-1500 Chevrolet truck in a West bound direction
on SR-0114 in the right lane. At that time and place, Defendant
Brian M. Hoffman I s vehicle violently collided with the' front
passenger door of Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken's vehicle.
COUI!IT J:
PLAJ:NTU'P MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEPEHDANT ELJ:ZABETH A. MJ:LLIKEN
8. The foregoing accident, all of the injuries and damages set
forth hereinafter sustained by Plaintiff Mary Ellen Kocher are the
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direct and proximate result of the negligent, careless, wanton and
reckless manner in which Defendant Eli~abeth A. Milliken operated
her motor vehicle as follows:
a. failure to keep alert and maintain a proper watch for
the presence of other motor vehicles on the highway;
b. failure to travel at a safe speed;
c. failure to keep a proper watch for traffic on the
highway;
d. failure to keep proper and adequate control over her
vehicle; and
e. driving her vehicle upon the highway in a manner
endaAgering persons and property and in a reckless
manner with careless disregard to the rights and safety
of others and in violation of the Motor Vehicle Code of
the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
COUNT I
CLAIM I
PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
9. Paragraphs 1 through 8 of the Complaint are incorporatedherein
by reference.
10.Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, incurred a broken right humerus,
healed with a cilisangulation,
resulting in a permanent
i disfigurement and loss of motion; bruises and lacerations from
shattered glass on her hands, right arm, and on her head; pieces
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of glass emBedded in her hand; swelling of the legs; and anxiety
problems.
11. Plaintiff's right arm becomes tired quickly and Plaintiff
cannot engage in any extended writing.
12. In the first weeks after the accident, Plaintiff could not use
the bathroom, bathe, dress or perform other personal activities
for herself.
13. Today and for the foreseeable future, Plaintiff is unable to
lift her right arm straight overhead or reach behind her back,
thereby limiting her motion and activities.
14. Since the accident, approximately one to two times per week,
Plaintiff's arm becomes numb from fifteen minutes to an hour at a
time.
15. Today, Plaintiff's arm aches with damp weather, causing a
sharp pain through the bone, which can last for one to two days.
16. Plaintiff's injury has restricted her activities, including no
longer being able to ride a bicycle.
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17. Plaintiff has been ordered by her physician not to drive a
vehicle with a manual transmission.
18. Plaintiff has a problem lifting objects of any weight.
19. Since the accident, plaintiff has had several debilitating
anxiety attaoks.
20. Plaintiff has sought treatment at Holy Spirit Hospital for
these anxiety problems, where she has been diagnosed with
agoraphobia, depression, and anxiety disorder with panic attacks.
21. The panic attacks have made it impossible for Plaintiff to go
on any long car trips, thereby further restricting her enjoyment
of life.
22. By reason of the aforesaid injuries, Plaintiff was forced to
incur liability for medical treatment, medications,
hospitalizations, and similar miscellaneous expenses in an effort
to restore herself to health, and claim is made therefore.
23. Because of the nature of her injuries, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher, has been advised and, therefore avers that she may be
forced to incur expenses in the future such as transportation
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services, babysitter, domestic services, over the counter
medication, prosthetics, etc. and claim is made therefore.
24. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, Plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher, has undergone, and in the future will undergo, great
physical and mental suffering, great inconvenience in carrying out
her daily activities, loss of life's pleasures and enjoyment, and
claim is made therefore.
25. As a result of the aforesaid accident, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher has sustained scars on her hands, right arm, and head and
a permanently disfigured right arm, and claim is made therefore.
26. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher has sustained loss of opportunity and a permanent
diminution of her earning power and capacity, and claim is made
therefore.
27. Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher continues to be plagued by
persistent pain and limitation and, therefore, avers that her
injuries may be of a permanent nature, causing residual problems
for the remainder of her lifetime, and claim is made therefore.
28. As a result of the aforesaid injuries, particularly the
disfigured right arm, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher has been and in
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the future will be subject to great humiliation and embarrassment,
and claim is made therefore.
COUNT II
PLAJ:N'l'XFF NARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT BRJ:AN M. HOFFMAN
29. Paragraphs 1 through 28 of the Complaint are incorporated
herein by reference.
30. The foregoing accident, and all of the injuries and damages
set forth hereinafter sustained by Plaintiff Mary E. Kocher are
the direct and proximate result of the negligent, careless, wanton ,
and reckless manner in which Defendant Brian M. Hoffman operated
his motor vehicle as follows:
a. failure to have his vehicle under such control as to be
able to stop within the assured clear distance ahead in
violation of 75 Pa.C.S.A. 53361;
b. failure to keep alert and maintain a proper watch for
the presence of other motor vehicles on the highway;
c. failure to apply his brakes in sufficient time to avoid
striking the side of Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken's
vehicle;
d. failure to travel at a safe speed;
e. failure to keep a proper watch for traffic on the
highway;
f. failure to keep proper and adequate control over his
vehicle; and
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driving his vehicle upon the highway in a manner
endangering persans and property and in a reckless
manner with careless disregard to the rights and safety
of others and in violation of the Motor Vehicle Code of
the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
COURT II
CLAIM I
PLAIN'l'IJ'J' DRY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEJ'BNDANt' BRIAN H. HOFJ'HAN
31. Paragraphs 1 through 30 of the Complaint are incorporated
herein by reference.
32. Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, incurred a broken right
humerus, healed with a disanqulation, resulting in a permanent
disfigurement and loss of motion; bruises and lacerations from
shattered glass on her hands, right arm, and head; pieces of glass
embedded in her hand; swelling of the legs; and anxiety problems.
33. Plaintiff's arm becomes tired quickly and Plaintiff cannot
engage in any extended writing.
34. In the first weeks after the accident, plaintiff could not use
the bathroom, bathe, dress or perform other personal activities
for herself.
35. Today and for the foreseeable future, Plaintiff is unable to
lift her right arm straight overhead or reach behind her back,
thereby limiting her motion and activities.
36. Since the accident, approximately one to two times per week,
Plaintiff's arm becomes numb from fifteen minutes to an hour at a
time.
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37. Today, Plaintiff's arm aches with damp weather, causing a
sharp pain through the bone, which can last for one to two days.
38. Plaintiff's injury has restricted her activities, including
no longer being able to ride a bicycle.
39. Plaintiff has been ordered by her physician not to drive a
vehicle with a manual transmissian.
40. Plaintiff has a problem lifting objects of any weight.
41. Since the accident, plaintiff has had several debilitating
anxiety attacks.
42. Plaintiff has sought treatment at Haly Spirit Hospital for
these anxiety prablems, where she has been diagnosed with
agoraphobia, depression, and anxiety disorder with panic attacks.
43. The panic attacks have made it impossible for Plaintiff to go
on any long car trips, thereby further restricting her enjoyment
of life.
44. By rea san of the aforesaid injuries sustained by Plaintiff,
Mary Ellen Kocher, she was farced to incur liability for medical
treatment, medications, hospitalizations, and similar
miscellaneous expenses in an effort to restore herself to health,
and claim is made therefore.
45. Because of the nature of her injuries, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher, has been advised and, therefore avers that she may be
farced to incur similar expenses in the future, and claim is made
therefore.
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46. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher, has undergone, and in the future will undergo, great
physical and mental sUffering, great inconvenience in carrying out
her daily activities, loss of life's pleasures and enjoyment, and
claim is made therefore.
47. As a result of the aforesaid injuries, particularly the
disfigured right arm, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher has been and in
the future will be subject ta great humiliation and embarrassment,
and claim is made therefare.
48. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, Plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher has sustained, loss of opportunity and a permanent
diminution of her earning power and capacity, and claim is made
therefore.
49. Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher continues to be plagued by
persistent pain and limitation and, therefore, avers that her
injuries may be of a permanent nature, causing residual problems
for the remainder of her lifetime, and claim is made therefore.
50. As a result of the aforesaid accident, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher has sustained scars on her hands, right arm, and head and
a permanently disfigured right arm, and claim is made therefore.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, demands judgment
against Defendants Elizabeth A. Milliken and Brian B. Hoffman in
an amount in excess of Eighty Three Thousand Two Hundred Thirty
Five Dallars ($83,235.00) exclusive of interest and costs and in
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excess of any jurisdictional amount requiring compulsory
arbitration.
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VERIFICATION
I, Mary Ellen Kocher, plaintiff, have read the foregoing
Complaint and do hereby swear or affirm that the facts set forth
in the foregoing are true and correct to the best of my knowledge,
information and belief. I understand that this Verification is
made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.A. Section 4904,
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000.937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE FOR ENTRY OF APPEARANCE PURSUANT TO PaR.C.P. 1012
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter the appearance of Robert A. Lerman, Esquire and Ann Margaret Grab, Esquire of
Griffith, Strickler, Lerman, Solymos & Calkins, as attorneys for the Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman, in the
above-captioned matter and mark the docket accordingly.
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
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ROBERT A. LERMAN, ESQUIRE
Supreme Court LD. No. 07490
MARGARET G , ESQUIRE
Supreme Court LD. No, 55986
Attorneys for Defendant Brian M. Hoffman
110 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
Telephone No. (717) 757-7602
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000-937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 16'" day of March, 2000, I, Robert A. Lerman, Esquire, a member of the firm of
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN, SOL YMOS & CALKINS, hereby certify that! have, this date, served
a copy of the Praecipe for Entry of Appearance on behalf of Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman, by United States
Mail, addressed to the party or attorney of record as follows:
Matthew D. Strohm, Esquire
400 South State Road
Marysville, P A 17053
(Attorney for Plaintiff)
Elizabeth A. Milliken
201 B Valley Street
Marysville, P A 17053
(Defendant)
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
By:(2~A.
ROBERT A. LERMAN, ESQUIRE
Supreme Court LD. No. 07490
Attorneys for Defendant Brian M, Hoffman
110 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
Telephone No. (717) 757-7602
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SHERIFF'S RETURN. OUT OF COUNTY
CASE NO: 2000-00937 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
KOCHER MARY ELLEN
VS
MILLIKEN ELIZABETH A ET AL
R. Thomas Kline
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff who being
duly sworn according to law, says, that he made a diligent search and
and inquiry for the within named DEFENDANT
, to wit:
MILLIKEN ELIZABETH A
but was unable to locate Her
in his bailiwick. He therefore
deputized the sheriff of PERRY
County, Pennsylvania, to
serve the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE
On March
7th , 2000 , this office was in receipt of the
attached return from PERRY
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing
Out of County
Surcharge
Dep. Perry County
18.00
9.00
10.00
42.28
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79.28
03/07/2000
DISSINGER &
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SheriIf of Cumberland County
DISSINGER
Sworn and subscribed to before me
this J.3.<<i.. day of ~,~.I
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SHERIFF'S RETURN. OUT OF COUNTY
CASE NO: 2000-00937 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
KOCHER MARY ELLEN
VS
MILLIKEN ELIZABETH A ET AL
R. Thomas Kline
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff who being
duly sworn according to law, says, that he made a diligent search and
and inquiry for the within named DEFENDANT
, to wit:
HOFFMAN BRIAN M
but was unable to locate Him
in his bailiwick. He therefore
deputized the sheriff of PERRY
County, Pennsylvania, to
serve the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE
On March
7th , 2000 , this office was in receipt of the
attached return from PERRY
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing
Out of County
Surcharge
6.00
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10.00
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16.00
03/07/2000
DISSINGER &
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R. Thomas Kline
Sheriff of Cumberland County
DISSINGER
Sworn and subscribed to before me
this ~3~ day of ~
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In The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Mary Ellen Kocher
VS.
Elizabeth A. Milliken,
Serve: Brian M. Hoffman
et. al.
No.
20-937 Civil
Now,
2/28/00
, 20Q{L, I, SHERIFF OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, P A, do
hereby deputize the Sheriff of
Perry
County to execute this Writ, this
. deputation being made at the request and risk ofthe Plaintiff.
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Sheriff of Cumberland County, PA
Affidavit of Service
Now,
March 3,
, 20~, at 6: 44 o'clock
P M. served the
within
Notice & Complaint
upon
Brian M. Hoffman, Defendant
his residence at Spring Township, Perry County, Pa.
at
by handing to
Brian M. Hoffman
a
true and attested
copy oftheoriginal Notice & Complaint
and made known to
him
the contents thereof.
So answers,
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Deputy Sheriff of Perry
County, PA
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COSTS
SERVICE
MILEAGE
AFFIDAVIT
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FlOl OTARY & CLERK OF COURTS
OOMFIELDBORO., PERRY CO.. PA
MY COMMISSION EXPIRES JAN .5. 2004
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SHERIFF'S RETURN
In the Court of Common Pleas
of Perry County, Pennsylvania
Mary Ellen Kocher
vs
Elizabeth A. Milliken
201 B Valley St.
Marysville, Pa. 17053
NO. 2000-937
George W. Frownfelter, Sheriff, who being duly sworn according to law, says that he
made a diligent search and inquiry for the within named Defendant to wit, Elizabeth A.
Milliken,at 201 B Valley St. Marysville, Pa. 17053, but was unable to locate him/her
in his bailiwick. He therefore returns the Notice & Complaint, NOT FOUND", as to the
within named Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken. Marysville Post Office states Defendant
moved to Lemoyne, Pa. area and left no forwarding address.
Sworn and subscribed to before me
this _ day of ,2000.
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George W. Frownfelter
Sheriff of Perry County
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
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MARY ELLEN KOCHER, __________,__
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Matthew D. Stroh.!ll_________, Alty,
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000-937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION . LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY 1RIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE TO PLEAD
TO: Mary Ellen Kocher
c/o Matthew D. Strohm, Esquire
400 South State Road
Marysville, P A 17053
You are hereby notified to file a written response to the enclosed New Matter within twenty (20)
days from service hereof or a judgment may be entered against you.
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
BY:
Ann Margaret Grab, squire
Attorney for Defendant Brian M. Hoffman
Supreme Court 1.D. #55986
110 South Northern Way
York, Pennsylvania 17402
Telephone: (717) 757.7602
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000.937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE TO PLEAD
TO: Elizabeth A. Milliken
20 I B Valley Street
Marysville, P A 17053
You are hereby notified to file a written response to the enclosed New Matter within twen1y (20)
days from service hereof or a judgment may be entered against you.
BY:
GRIFFITH, SlRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
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Ann Margaret Gr~b, Esquire
Attorney for Defendant Brian M. Hoffman
Supreme Court J.D. #55986
110 South Northern Way
York, Pennsylvania 17402
Telephone: (717) 757.7602
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000.937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
ANSWER. NEW MATTER AND CROSSCLAIM
I. Denied. After reasonable investigation, Answering Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficientto form a belief as to the truth of the allegations set forth in paragraph no. I of Plaintiff s
Complaint and same are denied and strict proof thereof is hereby demanded.
2. Denied. It is specifically denied that Answering Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman resides atR.D.
#2, P.O. Box 57.A, Elliottsburg, Perry County, Pennsylvania. On the contrary, it is averred that Brian M.
Hoffman resides at R.D, #2, Box 343 Elliottsburg, Pennsylvania.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Denied. After reasonable investigation, Answering Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficientto form a belief as to the truth ofthe allegations set forth in paragraph no. 5 of Plaintiff s
Complaint and same are denied and strict proof thereof is hereby demanded.
6. Denied. After reasonable investigation, Answering Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficientto form a belief as to the truth ofthe allegations set forth in paragraph no,6 of Plaintiffs
Complaint and same are denied and strict proof thereof is hereby demanded.
7. Admitted in part, denied in part. It is admitted that at the time of the accident Answering
Defendant, Brian Hoffman was operating a 1995 K.1500 Chevrolet truck westbound on SR-0114. The
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remaining allegations of paragraph 7 are denied in that after reasonable investigation, Answering Defendant
is without knowledge or information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations set forth in
paragraph no.7 of Plaintiff' s Complaint and same are denied and strict proof thereof is hereby demanded.
COUNT I
PI,AINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
8. Paragraph 8 does not pertain to Answering Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman and accordingly
no response is made herein.
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CLAIM I
PlAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
9. Paragraphs 9 through 28 do not pertain to Answering Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman and
accordingly no response is made herein.
COUNT II
PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
29. Paragraphs I through 7 are incorporated herein as though fully set forth at length.
30. Denied. It is specifically denied that the foregoing accident, and all of the injuries and damages
set forth herein after sustained by Plaintiff, Mary E. Kocher are the direct and proximate result of the negligent,
careless, wanton and reckless manner in which Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman operated his motor vehicle as
follows:
a. failure to have his vehicle under such control as to be able to stop within the
assured clear distance ahead in violation of 75 Pa.C.S.A. ~3361;
b. failure to keep alert and maintain a proper watch for the presence of other motor
vehicles on the highway;
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c. failure to apply his brakes in sufficient time to avoid striking the side of Defendant
Elizabeth A. Milliken's vehicle;
d. failure to travel at a safe speed;
e. failure to keep a proper watch for traffic on the highway;
f. failure to keep proper and adequate control over his vehicle; and
g. driving his vehicle upon the highway in a manner endangering persons and
property and in a reckless manner with careless disregard to the rights and safety
of others and in violation of the Motor Vehicle Code of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania.
On the contrary, it is averred that at all times relevant hereto Answering Defendant, Brian M.
Hoffman operated his motor vehicle carefully, lawfully, prudently and in full compliance with the
Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code.
COUNT II
CLAIM I
PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
31. Paragraphs I through 7 and 30 are incorporated herein as though fully set forth at length.
32. Paragraphs 32 through 50 are denied in that after reasonable investigation, Answering
Defendant is without knowledge or information sufficientto form a belief as to the truth of the allegations set
forth in paragraphs 32 through 50 of Plaintiffs Complaint and same are denied and strict proof thereof is
hereby demanded.
Wherefore, Answering Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman demands judgment in his favor and against the
Plaintiff together with interest and costs of suit.
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NEW MATTER
51. Plaintiff's Complaint fails to state a cause of action against Answering Defendant, Brian M.
Hoffman, upon which relief can be granted,
52. No act or failure to act on the part of Brian M. Hoffman was a substantial factor in bringing
about the Plaintiff's alleged injuries and damages.
53. Plaintiff's alleged injuries and damages were the result of the negligence of Defendant,
Elizllbeth A. Milliken.
54. Plaintiff has not sustained a serious injury as defmed by Act 1990.6, 75 Pa C.S.A. 9 1702.
55. Plaintiff's claim for non.economic damages may be barred because Plaintiff has elected a
limited tort option as set forth in Act 1990.6, 75 Pa. C.S.A. g1705(b)(3)(d).
Wherefore, Answering Defendant demands judgment in his favor and against the Plaintiff upon which
relief can be granted.
CROSSCLAIM
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN V. ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
PURSUANT TO Pa. RoC.P. 2252(d)
56. Without admitting the truth thereof, the allegations in Plaintiff's Complaint directed to
Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken are incorporated herein by reference.
57. If the Plaintiff is able to prove the injuries and damages alleged, Defendant, Elizabeth A.
Milliken is either solely liable for all result and damages or, in the alternative, she is jointly and severally liable
with Brian M. Hoffman, liable over to Brian M. Hoffinan or liable to Brian M. Hoffman for contribution
and/or indemnification.
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Wherefore, if the Plaintiff is able to prove that the injuries and damages alleged in her Complaint.
DefendantBrian M. Hoffman requests that Defendant, Elizabeth A, Milliken be held solely responsible for such
losses or, in the alternative, that Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken be held jointly and severally liable with Brian
M. Hoffman, liable over to Brian M, Hoffman or liable to Brian M. Hoffman for contribution and/or
indemnification.
Respectfully submitted,
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
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Ann rXargaret Grab, Esqu'
Attorney for Defendant Brian M. Hoffman
Attorney Id. No. 55986
IlO South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
(717) 757-7602
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VERIFICATION
I verifY that the foregoing facts are true and correct, upon my personal knowledge or information
and belief. This verification is made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. ~ 4904, relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000-937 CML
v.
CIVIL ACTION . LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 12th day of April, 2000, I, Ann Margaret Grab, a member of the fIrm of GRIFFITH,
S1RICKLER, LERMAN, SOL YMOS & CALKINS, hereby certify that! have this date served a copy of the
Answer, New Matter and Crossclaim by United States Mail, addressed to the party or attorney of record as
follows:
Matthew D. Strohm, Esquire
400 South State Road
Matysville, P A 17053
Elizabeth A. Milliken
201 B Valley Street
Matysville, P A 17053
GRIFFITH, S1RICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
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Ann Margaret Gra , Esquire -,
Supreme Court ID No. 55986
110 South Northern Way
York, Pennsylvania 17402
(717) 757.7602
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CASE NO: 2000-00937 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
KOCHER MARY ELLEN
VS
MILLIKEN ELIZABETH A ET AL
R. Thomas Kline
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff who being
duly sworn according to law, says, that he made a diligent search and
and inquiry for the within named DEFENDANT
, to wit:
MILLIKEN ELIZABETH A
but was unable to locate Her
in his bailiwick. He therefore
deputized the sheriff of PERRY
serve the within RIENS. NOTICE & COMPLAINT
County, Pennsylvania, to
On April
17th, 2000 , this office was in receipt of the
attached return from PERRY
Sheriff's Costs:
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Mary Ellen Kocher
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Serve: Elizabeth A. Milliken No. 20-937 Civil
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PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
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You have been sued in court. If you wish to de~nd~~g~~nst
the claims set forth in the following pages, you muS't -Cake =<
action within twenty (20) days after this complaint and notice
are served, by entering a written appearance personally or by
attorney and filing in writing with the court your defenses or
objections ta the claims set forth against you. You are warned
that if you fail ta do so the case may proceed without you and a
judgment may be entered against you by the court without further
notice for any money claimed in the complaint or for any other
claim or relief requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money
or property or other rights important to you.
vs.
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
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YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU
DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE
THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL
HELP.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION
2 LIBERTY AVENUE
CARLISLE PA 17013
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PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER, .
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ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and :
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants j,. JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
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COMPLAIN'!'
1. Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, a citizen of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania and an adult individual who resides at 310 Valley
street, Marysville, Perry County, pennsylvania.
2. Defendants are Elizabeth A. Milliken, an adult individual and
citizen of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who resides at 201B
Valley street, Marysville, Perry County, Pennsylvania and Brian M.
Hoffman, an adult individual and citizen of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania who resides at R.D. #2, P.O. Box 57-A, Elliottsburg,
Perry County, Pennsylvania.
3. The facts and occurrences hereinafter related took place on or
about May 8, 1998, at approximately 4:00 p.m. at the intersection
of State Road 0114 and Sporting Green Drive, Silverspring
Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
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operating her motor vehicle, a 1993 Ford Ranger pick-up truck,
traveling East on SR-0114.
5. At that time and place, Plaintiff, Mary E. Kocher, was a
passenger in the front passenger seat of the vehicle driven by
Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken.
6. At that time and place, the Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken,
pUlled into the left turn lane to turn left onto Sporting Green
Drive. In so doing, Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken turned left,
crossing the passing lane ofSR-0114 West and entering into the
right lane of SR-0114.
7. At that time and place, Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman, was
operating a 1995 K-1500 Chevrolet truck in a West bound direction
on SR-0114 in the right lane. At that time and place, Defendant
Brian M. Hoffman's vehicle violently collided with the front
passenger door of Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken's vehicle.
COURT I
PLAIN'!'IFF DRY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANt' ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
8. The foregoing accident, all of the injuries and damages set
forth hereinafter sustained by Plaintiff Mary Ellen Kocher are the
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direct anQ proximate result of the negligent, careless, wanton and
reckless manner in which Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken operated
her motor vehicle as follows:
a. failure to keep alert and maintain a proper watch for
the presence of other motor vehicles on the highway;
b. failure to travel at a safe speed;
c. failure to keep a proper watch for traffic on the
highway;
d. failure to keep proper and adequate control over her
vehicle; and
e. driving her vehicle upon the highway in a manner
endangering persons and property and in a reckless
manner with careless disregard ta the rights and safety
of others and in violation of the Motor Vehicle Code of
the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
COURT I
CLAIM I
PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDAN'l' ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
9. paragraphs 1 through 8 of the Complaint are incorporatedherein
by reference.
10.Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, incurred a broken right humerus,
healed with a disangulation,
in a permanent
resulting
disfigurement and loss of motion; bruises and lacerations from
shattered glass on her hands, right arm, and on her head; pieces
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problems.
11. Plaintiff's right arm becomes tired quickly and Plaintiff
cannot engage in any extended writing.
12. In the first weeks after the accident, Plaintiff could not use
the bathroom, bathe, dress or perform other personal activities
for herself.
13. TOday and for the foreseeable future, Plaintiff is unable to
lift her right arm straight overhead or reach behind her back,
thereby limiting her motion and activities.
14. Since the accident, approximately one to two times per week,
Plaintiff's arm becomes numb from fifteen minutes to an hour at a
time.
15. Today, Plaintiff's arm aches with damp weather, causing a
sharp pain through the bone, which can last for one to two days.
16. Plaintiff's injury has restricted her activities, including no
longer being able to ride a bicycle.
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17. Plaintiff has been ardered by her physician not to drive a
vehicle with a manual transmissian.
18. Plaintiff has a problem lifting objects of any weight.
19. Since the accident, Plaintiff has had several debilitating
anxiety attacks.
20. Plaintiff has sought treatment at Holy Spirit Hospital for
these anxiety problems, where she has been diagnosed with
agoraphobia, depression, and anxiety disorder with panic attacks.
21. The panic attacks have made it impossible for Plaintiff to go
on any long car trips, thereby further restricting her enjoyment
of life.
22. By reason of the aforesaid injuries, Plaintiff was forced to
incur liability for medical treatment, medications,
hospitalizatians, and similar miscellaneous expenses in an effort
to restore herself to health, and claim is made therefore.
23. Because of the nature of her injuries, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher, has been advised and, therefore avers that she may be
forced to incur expenses in the future such as transportation
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services, babysitter, domestic services, over the counter
medication, prosthetics, etc. and claim is made therefore.
24. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher, has undergone, and in the future will undergo, great
physical and mental sUffering, great inconvenience in carrying out
her daily activities, loss of life's pleasures and enjoyment, and
claim is made therefore.
25. As a result of the aforesaid accident, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher has sustained scars on her hands, right arm, and head and
a permanently disfigured right arm, and claim is made therefore.
26. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, Plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher has sustained loss of opportunity and a permanent
diminution of her earning power and capacity, and claim is made
therefore.
27. Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher continues to be plagued by
persistent pain and limitation and, therefore, avers that her
injuries may be of a permanent nature, causing residual problems
for the remainder of her lifetime, and claim is made therefore.
28. As a result of the aforesaid injuries, particularly the
disfigured right arm, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher has been and in
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the future will be subject to great humiliation and embarrassment,
and claim is made therefare.
COURT II
PLAINTIFF DRY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
29. Paragraphs 1 through 28 of the Complaint are incorporated '
herein by reference.
30. The foregoing accident, and all of the injuries and damages
set forth hereinafter sustained by plaintiff Mary E. Kocher are
the direct and proximate result of the negligent, careless, wanton
and reckless manner in which Defendant Brian M. Hoffman operated
his motor vehicle as follows:
a. failure to have his vehicle under such control as to be
able to stop within the assured clear distance ahead in
violation of 75 Pa.C.S.A. S3J61;
b. failure to keep alert and maintain a proper watch for
the presence of other motor vehicles on the highway;
c. failure to apply his brakes in sufficient time to avoid
striking the side of Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken's
vehicle;
d. failure to travel at a safe speed;
e. failure to keep a proper watch for traffic on the
highway;
f. failure to keep proper and adequate control over his I
vehicle; and
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driving his vehicle upon the highway in a manner
endangering persans and property and in a reckless
manner with careless disregard to the rights and safety
of others and in violation of the Motor Vehicle Code of
the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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CLAIM I
PLAIN'!'IFF DRY ELLEN KOCHBR V. DEFENDANt' BRIAN M. HOFFHAN
31. Paragraphs 1 through 30 of the Complaint are incorporated
herein by reference.
32. plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, incurred a broken right
humerus, healed with a disangulation, resulting in a permanent
disfigurement and loss of motion; bruises and lacerations from
shattered glass on her hands, right arm, and head; pieces of glass
embedded in her hand; swelling of the legs; and anxiety problems.
33. Plaintiff's arm becomes tired quickly and Plaintiff cannot
engage in any extended writing.
34. In the first weeks after the accident, Plaintiff could not use
the bathroam, bathe, dress or perform other personal activities
for herself.
35. Today and for the foreseeable future, Plaintiff is unable to
lift her right arm straight overhead or reach behind her back,
thereby limiting her motion and activities.
36. Since the accident, approximately one to two times per week,
Plaintiff's arm becomes numb from fifteen minutes to an hour at a
time.
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37. Today, Plaintiff's arm aches with damp weather, causing a
sharp pain through the bone, which can last for one to two days.
38. Plaintiff's injury has restricted her activities, including
no longer being able to ride a bicycle.
39. Plaintiff has been ordered by her physician not to drive a
vehicle with a manual transmission.
40. Plaintiff has a problem lifting objects of any weight.
41. Since the accident, plaintiff has had several debilitating
anxiety attacks.
42. Plaintiff has sought treatment at Holy Spirit Hospital for
these anxiety problems, where she has been diagnosed with
agoraphobia, depression, and anxiety disorder with panic attacks.
43. The panic attacks have made it impossible for plaintiff to go
on any long car trips, thereby further restricting her enjoyment
of life.
44. By reason of the aforesaid injuries sustained by Plaintiff,
Mary Ellen Kocher, she was forced to incur liability for medical
treatment, medications, hospitalizations, and similar
miscellaneous expenses in an effort to restore herself to health,
and claim is made therefore.
45. Because of the nature of her injuries, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher, has been advised and, therefore avers that she may be
forced to incur similar expenses in the future, and claim is made
therefore.
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46. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, Plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher, has undergone, and in the future will undergo, great
physical and mental suffering, great inconvenience in carrying out
her daily activities, loss of life's pleasures and enjoyment, and
claim is made therefore.
47. As a result of the aforesaid injuries, particularly the
disfigured right arm, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher has been and in
the future will be subject to great humiliation and embarrassment,
and claim is made therefore.
48. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, Plaintiff, Mary
Ellen Kocher has sustained, lass of opportunity and a permanent
diminution of her earning power and capacity, and claim is made
therefore.
49. Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher continues to be plagued by
persistent pain and limitation and, therefore, avers that her
injuries may be of a permanent nature, causing residual problems
for the remainder af her lifetime, and claim is made therefore.
50. As a result of the aforesaid accident, plaintiff, Mary Ellen
Kocher has sustained scars on her hands, right arm, and head and
a permanently disfigured right arm, and claim is made therefore.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, demands judgment
against Defendants Elizabeth A. Milliken and Brian B. Hoffman in
an amount in excess of Eighty Three Thousand Two Hundred Thirty
Five Dollars ($83,235.00) exclusive of interest and costs and in
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excess of any jurisdictional amount requiring compulsory
arbitration.
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VERIFICATION
I, Mary Ellen Kocher, Plaintiff, have read the foregoing
complaint and do hereby swear or affirm that the facts set forth
in the foregoing are true and correct to the best of my knowledge,
information and belief. I understand that this Verification is
made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.A. Section 4904,
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
v.
NO. 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please enter the undersigned's appearance on behalf of the Defendant,
Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque, with regard to the above-captioned matter.
Respectfully submitted,
NEALON & GOVER
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Attorney I.D. #80058
301 Market Street, 9th Floor
P.O. Box 865
Harrisburg, PA 17108-0865
(717) 232.9900
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AND NOW, this 20th day of April, 2000 I hereby certify that I have served
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and correct copy of same in the United States mails, postage prepaid, addressed to:
Matthew D. Strohm, Esquire
DISSINGER & DISSINGER
400 South State Road
Marysville, PA 17053
(Attorney for Mary Ellen Kocher)
Ann Margaret Grab, Esquire
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CLAKINS
110 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
(Attorney for Brian M. Hoffman)
Christoph J. Knight, Esquire
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
v.
NO. 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE TO PLEAD
TO: Brian M. Hoffman and his attorney
Ann Margaret Grab, Esquire
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, lERMAN, SOL YMOS & ClAKINS
110 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED to file a response to the enclosed
Cross-Claim of Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken-levesque, within twenty (20) days of
service hereof or a judgment may be entered against you.
Respectfully submitted,
NEALON & GOVER
Christophe ight, Es ire
Attorney I. . #80058
301 Marke Street -- 9th Floor
P.O. Box 865
Harrisburg, PA 17108.0865
(717) 232.9900
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
NO. 2000-937 CIVIL
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
v.
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
ANSWER TO COMPLAINT OF PLAINTIFF. MARY ELLEN KOCHER, AND TO NEW
MATTER AND CROSS-CLAIM OF DEFENDANT BRIAN M. HOFFMAN AND
CROSS-CLAIM AGAINST BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
AND NOW, comes Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken, by and through her
attorneys, Nealon & Gover, P.C. and avers as follows:
1. Admitted, upon information and belief.
2. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Answering
Defendant is an adult individual and that she was once known by the name Elizabeth A.
Milliken. By way of further answer, due to her marriage, Answering Defendant is now
known as Elizabeth A. Levesque. It is denied that Ms. Levesque resides at the stated
address. By way of further answer, she currently resides at 35 South Main Street,
Marysville, PA 17053. Answering Defendant is without knowledge or information
sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the remaining averments contained in this
paragraph. Strict proof of same is therefore demanded at trial.
3.7. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that on the stated
date and at the stated time, Defendant, Elizabeth Levesque, was operating a 1993 Ford
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pickup on State Route 114 in the vicinity of Sporting Green Drive, Silver Spring
Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. It is further admitted that Plaintiff, Mary
E. Kocher, was a passenger in that vehicle and that the aforesaid vehicle was involved
in a traffic accident. Upon information and belief, it is admitted that the aforesaid
accident also involved a vehicle being operated by Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman. The
remaining averments contained in these paragraphs are denied pursuant to Pa. R.C.P.
1029(e).
COUNT I
PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT ELIZABETH A M~LLlKEN
8. Denied pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. 1029(e).
COUNT I
CLAIM I
PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN
9. Paragraphs 1 through 8 of the within Answer are incorporated
herein by reference as if fully set forth at length.
10.28.
Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that Plaintiff Mary
Ellen Kocher did sustain some injury in the aforesaid motor vehicle accident, however,
the extent of those injuries and their affects are not known, After reasonable
investigation, Answering Defendant is without knowledge or information sufficient to
form a belief as to the truth of the remaining averments contained in these paragraphs.
Strict proof of same is therefore demanded at trial.
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PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
29. Paragraphs 1 through 28 of the within Answer are incorporated
herein by reference as if fully set forth at length.
30. The averments contained in this paragraph are directed to a
Defendant other than Answering Defendant and, therefore, no response is required.
COUNT II
CLAIM I
PLAINTIFF MARY ELLEN KOCHER V. DEFENDANT BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
31. Paragraphs 1 through 30 of the within Answer are incorporated
herein by reference as if fully set forth at length.
32.50,
The averments contained in these paragraphs are directed to a
Defendant other than Answering Defendant and, therefore, no response is required.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque,
respectfully requests that this Honorable Court enter judgment in her favor and against
Plaintiff.
ANSWER TO NEW MATTER OF DEFENDANT. BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
51-55,
The averments contained in these paragraphs state only
conclusions of law to which no response is required.
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PURSUANT TO PA. R.C.P. 2252(d)
56-57.
The averments contained in these paragraphs state only
conclusions of law to which no response is required. To the extent that they are
deemed factual, they are denied pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. 1029(e).
WHEREFORE, Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque, respectfully requests that
this Honorable Court enter judgment in her favor and against Defendant, Brian M.
Hoffman, on his cross-claim.
CROSS-CLAIM OF DEFENDANT ELIZABETH A. MilLIKEN-LEVESQUE V.
DEFENDANT BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
PURSUANT TO PA. R.C.P. 2252(d)
58. Paragraphs 1.57 of the within Answer are incorporated herein by
reference as if fully set forth at length; also incorporated herein by reference without
admission or adoption thereof is Plaintiff's Complaint filed in this matter.
59. No act or failure to act of Defendant, Elizabeth A. Millliken-
Levesque, caused or contributed to the occurrence of the incident-giving rise to the suit
or to the damages or injuries claimed to have resulted therefrom by Plaintiff. In the
event that any Defendant has liability to the Plaintiff, Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman, is
solely and exclusively responsible to the Plaintiff for all damages and injuries suffered
by the Plaintiff.
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A. Milliken-Levesque, to contribution and/or indemnity in the event that it is judicially
determined that both she and Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman, are jointly or severally
liable to the Plaintiff, the existence of any liability on the part of Defendant, Elizabeth A.
Milliken-Levesque, being expressly denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque, demands
judgment against the Plaintiff, or in the alternative, demands that Defendant, Brian M.
Hoffman, be found solely liable to the Plaintiff, or liable over to Defendant, Elizabeth A.
Milliken-Levesque, for contribution and/or indemnity.
Respectfully submitted,
NEALON & GOVER
By
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Attorne .D. 80058
301 Market Street, 9th Floor
P.O. Box 865
Harrisburg, PA 17108-0865
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I, Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque, verify that the statements made in the
foregoing Answer With New Matter are true and correct. I understand that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.SA 4904 relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
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AND NOW, this 2--<7 day of tfr^ ( . 2000 I hereby certify that
I have served the foregoing Answer to Complaint of Plaintiff, Mary Ellen Kocher, and to
New Matter and Cross Claim of Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman, and Cross-Claim against
Brian M. Hoffman on the following by depositing a true and correct copy of same in the
United States mails, postage prepaid, addressed to:
Matthew D. Strohm, Esquire
DISSINGER & DISSINGER
400 South State Road
Marysville, PA 17053
(Attorney for Mary Ellen Kocher)
Ann Margaret Grab, Esquire
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, lERMAN,
SOL YMOS & ClAKINS
110 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
(Attorney for Brian M. Hoffman)
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MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
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ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
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JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
ANSWER TO DEFENDAN'l' HOFFHAN' S NEW MATTER
51. Denied. Paragraph 51 is a conclusion of law and no answer
is required. To the extent an answer is required, it is
specifically denied that Plaintiff's Complaint fails to
state a cause of action against answering Defendant, Brian
M. Hoffman, upon which relief can be granted.
52. Denied. Paragraph 52 is a conclusion of law and no answer
is required. To the extent an answer is required, it is
specifically denied that no act or failure to act on the
part of Brian M. Hoffman was a substantial factor in
bringing about the Plaintiff's alleged injuries and
damages.
53. Denied. Plaintiff's alleged injuries and damages were the
result of the negligence of Defendant Elizabeth A. Milliken
and Brian M. Hoffman.
54. Denied. Plaintiff's injuries included a broken arm,
disfigurement, and other serious injuries as defined by Act
1990-6, 75 PA C.S.A. ss. 1702.
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1705(b) (3) (d) because Plaintiff has sustained serious
injuries.
Wherefore, answering Plaintiff demands judgement in her favor
and against the Defendant upon which relief can be granted.
Respectfully submitted,
DISSINGER & DISSINGER
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400 South State Road
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If Mary Ellen Kocher, Plaintiff, do hereby swear or affirm
that the facts set forth in the foregoing are true and correct to
the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I understand
that this Verification is made subject to the penalties of 18
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301 Market Street - 9th Floor
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MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000-937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
REPLY OF BRIAN HOFFMAN TO THE 225Ud) CROSSCLAIM
OF ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN-LEVESOUE
58. Paragraphs I through 57 of Defendant, Brian Hoffman's answer are incorporated herein
as though fully set forth at length.
59. Denied. It is specifically denied that no act or failure to act of Defendant, Elizabeth A.
Milliken-Levesque, caused or contributed to the occurrence of the incident giving rise to the suit or to the
damages or injuries claimed to have resulted therefrom by Plaintiff. It is further denied that in the event
any Defendant has liability to the Plaintiff, Defendant Brian M. Hoffman, is solely and exclusively
responsible to the Plaintiff for all damage and injuries suffered by the Plaintiff. On the contrary it is
averred that any injuries suffered by the Plaintiff were the result of the sole negligence of Defendant,
Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque.
60. Denied. Paragraph 60 constitutes a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
necessary and same is deemed denied.
WHEREFORE, Answering Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman demands judgment in his favor and
against Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque with respect to the 2252(d) Crossclaim filed by Co-Defendant,
Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque in the above-captioned matter.
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I, Ann Margaret Grab, Esquire, do hereby verify that I am the attorney of record for the pleading
party herein, and that the facts set forth in the foregoing pleading are true to the best of my knowledge,
information and belief, upon information supplied.
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GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
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MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000-937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABElH A, MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, thisj day of May, 2000, I, Ann Margaret Grab, a member of the firm of
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN, SOL YMOS & CALKINS, hereby certify that I have this date
served a copy of the Reply of Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman to the 2252(d) Crossclaim of Elizabeth A.
Milliken-Levesque by United States Mail, addressed to the party or attorney of record as follows:
Christopher 1. Knight, Esquire
301 Market Street, 9th Floor
P.O. Box 865
Harrisburg, PA 17108-0865
Matthew D. Strohm, Esquire
400 South State Road
Marysville, P A 17053
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
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Supreme Court ID No. 55986
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MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000-937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION . LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 4TH day of January, 2001, I, Ann Margaret Grab, a member of the firm
of GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN, SOL YMOS & CALKINS, hereby certify that I have
this date served a copy of the Interrogatories/Request for Production of Documents Set 1 by
United States Mail, addressed to the party or attorney of record as follows:
Matthew D. Strolun, Esquire
Dissinger & Dissinger
400 South State Road
Marysville, P A 17053
Christopher 1. Knight, Esquire
301 Market Street, 9th Floor
P,O. Box 865
Harrisburg, P A 17108-0865
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
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Supreme Court ID No. 55986
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PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
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CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.ZZ
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(Z) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate.
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
DATE: 07/03/Z001
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
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CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO.RULE 4009.21
[ Note: see enclosed list of locations ]
TO: MATTHEW D. STROHM, ESQUIRE
CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT, ESQUIRE
KCS on behalf of ANN K. GRAB, ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below in which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty day notice period is~
waived or if no objection is made. then the subpoena may be served. Complete
copies of any reproduced records may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to KCS or by contacting our local
KCS office.
DATE: 06/11/2001
KCS on behalf of
ANN K. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
CC: ANN K. GRAB. ESQUIRE
- 100024-265,
Any questions regarding this matter. contact
THE KCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA. PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
DE02-155509 63206-COl
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MEDICAL
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LOCATION !lAME
LYNN CORNELIUS, H.D.
DR. KANEDA
HARRISBURG HOSPITAL
HEALTHSOUTH
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
POLYCLINIC HOSPITAL
DEOZ-155509 63206 -CO:1.
COMMON"VEAL TH OF PENNSYl. VANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERlA.."D
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
File :-;0.
1000-",7 CIVIL
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMTh"TS OR rnI~GS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA.l\lTO RULE 4009.22
TO:
CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: DR. LYNN CORNELIUS
{S~me of Ptnon or Entif!)
With.in rwe~ (::0) days after 5el"\'ice of tttis subpoen.a. you ue ordered tty the C'O\U1 to proc!ute the following documents, Of
things: SEE ATTACHED
It MCS GROUP INC., 1601 MARKET ST., #800, PHILA.,FA 19103
I ,'dd.....'
You m.~' deiinr or m.i1legible copies of the documents or product things ...q"etled by this subp,,"n.. tog."" .....ith 'he
c."ifiwe of ,ompli.nce. to the puty making this requnl" ,h. .ddreu listed above. You hl\'e the right '0 ,.... In
Id,.."te. ,h. ,...on.ble co.t of preparing the copies or p,oducing ,he things _gill.
If you fli! to Toodute the documenls or things required bv 'Iu. lubpoen.a. wilhin twenty (20) day. ait.. its ,."."., ,,,. Put:>.
se,,'ing t;u. s~"poen. m.y seek. court order compelltng ."" 10 COlllply with r_
THIS St."BPOE.r.JA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQt:tST OF mE FOLLOWING PER50S:
~AME: ANN MARC:ARF.'l' C:RAR. E~O_
ADDRESS: 110 SOUTH NORTHERN WAY
YORK. FA 17402
TELEPHO~:: 215-246-0900
Sl;PRE.\fE COliKT ID It:
AITOR.'\E'f FOR: DEFENDANT
DATE: '- l H:) E-. -?: d.DO I
BYi'E~RJ)2 gl/
PTDthonotuylOerk. ~"I.IO"
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Seal of the Court
j'.
EXPLANATION OF REQUIRED RECORDS
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
LYNN CORNELIUS, M.D.
BROAD ST. FAMILY HEALTH
MAYSVILLE" PA 17053
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, billing and payment records, relating to any examination,
consultation, care or treatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER -
310 VALLEY ST., MARYSVILLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
SU10-310038 63206 - L 0 1
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CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF<
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate,
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
MCS on behalf of
DATE: 07/03/2001
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
DEll-262513 63206 -L02
,., "
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN K~CHER
TERM.
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH HILLlKEN, ET AL
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
[ Note: see enclosed list of locations J
TO: CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT. ESQUIRE
MATTHEW D. STROHM. ESQUIRE
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below ~ which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty day notice period is,
waived or if no objection is made, then the subpoena may be served. Complete
copies of any reproduced records may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to HCS or by contacting our local
MCS office.
DATE: 06/11/2001
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
CC: ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
- 1000H-16~
Any questions regarding this matter, contact
THE MCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
DE02-155510 63206 - {; () 2
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LOCATIO. IlAHE
LYHII CORllELIUS, M.D.
DR. lWfEDA
HARRISBURG HOSPITAL
IlEALTHSOUTH
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
POLYCLDlIC HOSPITAL
DE02-155510 63206 - C02
,..'
COMMON'WEAL TH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERlA..'iD
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
File ~o.
7noO-Q17 CIVIL
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUME\.'TS OR TIU='IGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA.."'T TO RULE 4009.22
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: DR. KANEDA
(!\~me of PtrtOft or =::iry)
""j,hin rwe~'I::O) da~s Uter .e,.'i.e of ,his subpoena. you .... ordered by the <OUrt to produ.. the following docum.nt. or
'hings: SEE ATTACHED
il MCS GROUP INC., 1601 MARKET ST., #800, PHlLA.,PA 19103
1,'d4tft"
You ma~ d.U.'" or mail legibl. .opies of th. doc:um.n.. or produceth.inp reqaesl.d by lhi. subpoena. tog"'.: ~"th tne
certifi.at. '" complian... to the party making Ihis requnl II the adclrea listed abov.. You h....lh. right to ..... ,n
id\' "".. th. ,"uonabl. .ost of pr.paring Ih. copies Of producing the lhinp _gill.
If ,'ou f.;I.o "odu.e the doc:um.nls or lhings r.quir... bv 'lUs .ubpoeN. witr.m rw.nty (::0) da~'s aiter us s.....'"., :0. ?an;'
se,,'ing this ."opo.na may s..k a.ourt ord.r comp.llint "... '0 to.ply with jO_
THIS St"BPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQl."IST Of T'HEFOLLOWlNG P'ERSO:\:
~AME: ANN MAR~AR'F.'" m~AR. RSO.
ADDRESS: 110 SOUTH NORTHERN WAY
YORK. PA 17402
TEtEPHOSE: 215-246-0900
SL:PRE.\fE COl.lltT 10 ,:
AnOR."E"!' FOR: DEFENDANT
DATE: , J.lA.l~
-
"7, 2001
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Sui of the Court
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EXPlANATION OF REQUIRED RECORDS
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
DR.KANEDA
ORTHO. INSTITUTE OF PA
3916 TRINDLE RD.
CAMP HILL" P A 17011
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, billing and payment records, relating to any examination,
consultation, care or treatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER
310 VALLEY ST., MARYSVILLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
SUIO-310040
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63206-L02
-
CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF,
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO, 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate,
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
MCS on behalf of
DATE, 07/03/2001
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
DEll-2625l4 63206 -LO 3
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF I
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN kOCHER
TERM.
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
( Note: see enclosed list of locations ]
TO: CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT. ESQUIRE
MATTHEW D. STROHM. ESQUIRE
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below ~n which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty day notice period is
waived or if no objection is made. then the subpoena may be served. Complete"
copies of any reproduced records may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to MCS or by contacting our local
MCS office.
DATE: 06/11/2001
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
CC: ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE
- 100024-265
Any questions regarding this matter, contact
THE MCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
DE02-155510 63206-C02
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MEDICAL
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LOCATION IIAHE
LYNN CORNELIUS. M.D.
DR. KAHEDA.
HARRISBURG HOSPITAL
HEALTHSOUTII
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
POLYCLINIC HOSPITAL
DE02-155510 63206 -C 0 Z
..."
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
. COUNTY OF CUMBERLA..'m
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
FiteSo.
?OOO-'n7 CIVIL
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE OOCUME-..,.S OR THe'IGS
FO R DISCOVERY PURSU A.I\.,. TO RULE 4009.21
CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: HARRISBURG HOSPITAL
TO:
(~.&me of P~non or Etu:if!t
.....i:hin rw.~' 1:0) d.ys .&iter se,,'ic. of tltis subp""n.. you u. orelered by the aourt to prod..ce the following documonts or
things: SEE ATTACHED
.1 MCS GROUP INC.. 1601 MARKET ST., d800. PHILA.,PA 1~103
l."ddrft..
You m.y elein'" or m.il legible copies of the documen.. or produ.e thinp request.d by tlUs subp""n.. tago:ho, wi.h :h.
,o"ifiou.,,; ,ompli.nc.. to the puty lnwng this requ", .tlhe .ddnss listed abov.. Yo.. Mve the right '0 ...k. ,n
.d\' onc., ,h. ,....on.bl. co.t of preparing the copies or produ.ing ,he tlUngs _pt:
If ~'ou foil to roelu.e the document. or tltings toquired b.. ."'. .ub,.,.,.... wit....... twenty (20) da~" atter ilS "''''''0. tho PUT)!
""'ing ,hi. '~=po.n. m.y seek..01Ut order compelhnl "OU '0 COMply with i"_
THIS SLllPOENA WAS ISSUED ATTIiE REQL'tST OF THE FOLLOWING PERSO:-::
~:\ME: ANN MAR~A~F." ~RAR. F.~O.
...DDRESS: 110 SOUTH NORTHERN WAY
YORK. PA 17402
TEtEPHOSE: 215-246-0900
Sl,;PRE.\fE COURT ID /I:
AITOIt>.;EY FOR: DEFENDANT
BY
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DATe:
.... JJ.JJP
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Seal of the Court
EXPlANATION OF REQUIRED RECORDS
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
HARRISBURG HOSPITAL
111 S. FRONT STREET
HARRISBURG, PA 17101
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, relating to any examination, consultation care or treatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER
310 VALLEY ST., MARYSVILLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
SU10-310042 632. 06 - L 03
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CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of
ANN M, GRAB, ESQUIRE
certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate,
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be secved is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
MCS on behalf of
DATE: 07/03/2001
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
DEll-2625l5 6320 6-LO 4
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM.
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN. ET AL
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCIUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUAN'r TO RULE 4009.21
[ Note: see enclosed list of locations ]
TO: CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT, ESQUIRE
MATTHEW D. STROHM. ESQUIRE
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below ;n which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty day notice period is
waived or if no objection is made. then the subpoena may be served. Complete
copies of any reproduced records may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to MCS or by contacting our local
MCS office.
DATE: 06/11/2001
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
CC: ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
- 100024-265.
Any questions regarding this matter, contact
THE MCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA. PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
DE02-155510 63206 - CO 2
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RECORDS REQUESTED
MEDICAL
MEDICAL
MEDICAL
~ICAL
MEDICAL
MEDICAL
,~
PAGE:
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LOCATIOR IIAKE
LYllR C01lllELlUS, M.D.
DR. lWlEDA
IlARlUSBURG HOSPITAL
HEALTHSOtml
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
POLYCLIBIC HOSPITAL
DE02-155510 63206 -c 0 2
COMMOl'lWEAL TH OF PENNSYlVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMB~RL.-\..'iD
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
File :'110.
?nOO-q~7 CIVIL
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUME\*TS OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA.1'Io*T TO RULE 4009.22
CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: HEALTH SOUTH
TO:
(S..m~ of Penon or ElU::i'!'.
Within rwr~' (:el) dlYs after service of this subpoeM. you ue orderl!'d bY'the aNrt ta produce the follow1ns documents or
thins.: SEE ATTACHED
it MCS GROUP INC.. 1601 MARKET ST.. #800. PHILA. ,PA 19103
(,'d.......l
You mlY deunr or mail1egible copies of the do<umenrt or prod.... things "","esled by lhi! ...bpoenl, IOS.t,,", with th.
c."ifiult 0: compliln". to lhe puty molting this ,.qunt.. the aclclreu listed above. Yo.. !Ia"e the riSht to ,..", ,n
.d'In<., tho ,"uonlble <ost of preparing the copi.. o. procl..rin! lh. things _!hI.
If you foil to ;::,oclu<e lhe c1oc:umenlS or things requirrd bY t!'us ...bpom.a. wit.'Un twenty (:!O) da~'s Ul.. ItS ,.,v 'co. :h. puty
,.,,'inS titi. '~"poena may seek I <ourt order <ompellin! v... t. c."'ply with i'_
THIS SLllPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQl:UTOFnrEFOtLOWlNG PERSO~:
~AME: ANN MA1U~A1H~'1' ~RARA RgO.
ADDRESS: 110 SOUTH NORTHERN WAY
YORK. PA 17402
TELEPHO~:: 215-246-0900
ST.;PRE.\fE COURT IO I:
... TIOR."E'Y FOR: DEFENDANT
DATE:
.....)t..u... )p
'7 ?-co I
,
8YrJ:~T: j) d:
/)) <"
Prathonotary/Cerk. 0&"0"
/2;0/)-,0 fl a/,/ . "'1'
Seal of the Court
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EXPLANATION OF REQUIRED RECORDS
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
HEALTIISOUTH
503 BRIDGE ST.
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA 17070
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, billing and payment records, relating to any examination,
consultation, care or treatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER c
310 VALLEY ST., MARYSVILLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
SU10-310044 63206 - L 04
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CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate,
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
MCS on behalf of
DATE: 07/03/2001
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
DEll-2625l6 63206 -LOS
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMKON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM.
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN. ET AL
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
[ Note: see enclosed list of locations ]
TO: CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT, ESQUIRE
MATTHEW D. STROHM, ESQUIRE
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below in which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty day notice period is
waived or if no objection is made, then the subpoena may be served. Complete"
copies of any reproduced records may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to MCS or by contacting our local
MCS office.
DATE: 06/11/2001
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
cc: ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE
- 100024-265
Any questions regarding this matter, contact
THE KCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA.. PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
DE02-l555l0 63206-C02
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":1
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RECORDS REQUESTED
MEDICAL
MEDICAL
MEDICAL
~ICAL
MEDICAL
MEDICAL
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LOCATIO. !lAME
LYNII CORllELIUS, M.D.
DR. 1WIlmA
HA1llUSBURG HOSPITAL
HEALTBSOUTH
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
POLYCLINIC HOSPITAL
DE02-1SSS10 63206 -C 0 2
,,~
COMMON'WEAl TH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COU:-.ITY OF CUMBERl.~'I'D
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
FiI.So.
7000-'1,7 CIVIL
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUME\.,.S OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA."" TO RULE 4009.22
TO:
CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
(~..me of Pel"Jon ar =ciry~
Within rw''''Y 1:0) days oftor s,,,,;.. at this subpoena. you are ordored by the ......rtto prod.... tho following docum,nts or
'hings: SEE ATTACHED
al MCS GROUP INC., 1601 MARKET ST.. iIBOO, PHILA. ,PA 19103
1.'d4tft.)
You may deii...r or mail legible copies of the da<umenn or produ.. tltlnp fftl"ested by this subpoena. log",h", with .he
..rtifiute a! <omplian...to the party making this roqu... atth. addrou lUted abov.. Yo.. Ita... the right to s.... ,n
.d"OIl". th, ~..onabl, COSI at preparing Ih. copies or producing the things _gill.
If you fail to ?todu., the do<um.nls or lhings roquirtd bY llUs ..,bpom.a. witl-Jn tw.nty (:0) ca~'s aft.. its s.,,',... ,h. patty
""'ing titis ''''poena may seek a court ardor compelling' 0\1 to COlllply with i"_
THIS SL'BPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQl:'ESTOFTIiEFOllOWING PERSO=":
:'\AME: ANN MAR~ARF.T ~RAR_ F.so.
ADDRESS: 110 SOUTH NORTHERN WAY
YORK. PA 17402
TEtEPHOSE: 215-246-0900
ST.;PRE.\fE COt"llT 10 .:
.... TIO\L-;EY FOR: DRFENnANT
B
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DATE:
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TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
503 N. 21ST ST,
CAMP HILL, PA 17011
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, relating to any examination, consultation care or treatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER
310 VALLEY ST., MARYSVlLLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
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CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF:"
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate,
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
MCS on behalf of
DATE: 07/03/2001
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
DEll-262517 632. 0 6 - L 0 6
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COHMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN. ET AL
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
[ Note: see enclosed list of locations]
TO: CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT. ESQUIRE
MATTHEW D. STROHM. ESQUIRE
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below in which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty day notice period iso
waived or if no objection is made, then the subpoena may be served. Complete
copies of any reproduced records may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to MCS or by contacting our local
MCS office.
DATE: 06/11/2001
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
CC: ANN M. GRAB. ESQUIRE
- 100024-265
Any questions regarding this matter. contact
THE MCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA. PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
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RECORDS REQUESTED
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MEDICAL
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LOCATION NAME
LYNN CORNELIUS, M.D.
DR. KANEDA
HARRISBURG HOSPITAL
HEALTH SOUTH
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
POLYCLINIC HOSPITAL
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. COUNTY OF CUMBERlA..'iD
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
File So.
?OnO_Q':\7 CIVIL
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUME-..,.S OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA.1'I,'" TO RULE 4009.22
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: POLYCLINIC HOSPITAL
(!\'I.mif of Per'foft Of =cif!')
Within rwl!~' rZO) diy. liter sen'ice of this subpoena. you ue ordered. by the court to produce the folJowins documents or
'hings: . SEE ATTACHED
al MCS GROUP INC.. 1601 MARKET ST., "800, PHILA..PA 19103
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You may dein'l!\' or mail legible ,opies of the dotumen" or produ," tlUnp reqaesled by this subpoena.logelne' wi'n lne
certifiul. 0; complian,e. to the parry I2Iwng this reques' at lh. address listed above. You ha\'tlhe righllo seei<. In
ads'an(e. lh. ,"uonable ,ost of preparing the (opi.. or P,odu(,nl,he thinss -!!hI.
If you fail to ?,odu,elhe dotumenls or things requirtd ~v ,n.,II"b~ wit....itt twenty (~) cays afler its se"."e, tne party
sen'ing this I\::tpoena may seek,l toW! order compelllt'" "0... '0 colftpl" with it.
THIS St."BPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQI.~ST OF THE FOttOWlNG PERSOS:
~A~'v{E: ANN MAR~ARF.T r.RAR. F.~o.
ADDRESS: 110 SOUTH NORTHERN WAY
YORK. PA 17402
TELEPHOS!: 215-246-0900
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POLYCLINIC HOSPITAL
2601 NORTH THIRD STREET
HARRISBURG, PA 17105
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, relating to any examination, consultation care or treatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER
310 VALLEY ST., MARYSVILLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
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MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN. ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate,
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
des ~ b~!~ 'Y
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Attorney for DEFENDANT
DATE: 07/05/2001
DEll-26379763206-L07
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MAT'lER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TEllH,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
NOTICE OF IN'l'ENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
[ Note: see enclosed list of locations J
TO: MATTHEW D. STROm!, ESQUIRE
CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT, ESQUIRE
I1CS on behalf of ANN K. GRAB, ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below ii1 which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned-an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty-day notice period is~'
waived or if no objection is made, then the subpoena may be served. Complete
copies of any reproduced records may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to KCS or by contacting our local
I1CS office.
DATE: 07/03/1998
KCS on behalf of
ANN K. GRAB. ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
ec: ANN K. GRAB, ESQUIRE
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Any questions regarding this matter. contact
THE I1CS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
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LOCATION NAME
DR. VINCENZO DELROSARIO
DR. CARRIE LIGHT
FIRST RATIONAL IlAllK MARYSVILLE
DE02-l56060 63206 - C 0 1.
COMMOr-.....VEAL TH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERl.~"D
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
File So. 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUME--'-S OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA.I\,- TO RULE 4009.22
TO:
CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: DR. VINCENZO DELROSARIO
(S..me of P~rson or =...,ory)
Wi:hin rwe~' r:o) d,ays after sen'ice 01 this subpoena. you ue ordered. by the C'Outt to produce the following doc\lments or
'''ings: SEE ATTACHED
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(.~d<1res.)
You m.~' d.u,'" or m.i11.gibl. copies of th. docum.nts or product thin9 l'e<!"esred by this subpoena. ,ogoth., with ,he
ctrtificat. 0: ,0mpJianct. to the puty mwng this ..qu.st at the address listed above. YOIl have tho righ' '0 s..k. in
ad\'anct. th. ~..on.bl. cost of preparing the copi.. or producing th. things -!ht.
If you fail to ;::oduct the docllm.nts or things ..qui,.d by this subpoena. wit:-om twenty PO) c.ys ait.. itS sermo. t"o parry
se,,'ing ';us s~"poen.o m.y seek. COll:t order ,omp.lling Y'ou '0 comply with r_
THIS SL"BPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQL'EST OF THE FOLLOWING PERSON:
.\'AME: ANN M. GRAB. ESO.
ADDRESS: 110 S. NORTHERN WAY
YORK. PA 17402
TELEPHO.\':: 21,-246-0'lOO
Sr.;PRE.\fE COUR.T 10 ,:
ArrOR."E"t' FOR: DEFENDANT
DATE;
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EXPLANATION OF REQUIRED RECORDS
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
DR. VINCENZO DELROSARIO
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
503 N. 21ST STREET
CAMP HILL, PA 17011
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, billing and payment records, relating to any examination,
consultation, care or Ireatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER
310 VALLEY ST., MARYSVlLLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
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CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
, certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate,
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
MCS on behalf of
DATE: 07/05/2001
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
DEll-263798 63206-LOa
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CO~ONWE.ALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF. COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER TEllM.
-VS- CASE NO. 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
NOTICE OF IN'l'EN'r TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE OOCUJmN'rS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
[ Note. see enclosed list of locations ]
TO. MATTHEW D. SnOBM, ESQUIRE
CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT, ESQUIRE
KCS on behalf of ANN H. GRAB, ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the datfl listed below in which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned-an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty day notice period is..
waived or if no objection is made, then the subpoena may be served. Complete
copies of any rep~oduced reco~ds may be ordered at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and returning same to KCS or by contacting our local
KCS office.
DATE. 07/03/1998
KCS on behalf of
ANN H. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
CC. ANN K. GRAB, tSQUIRE
- 100024-265
Any questions regarding this matter, contact
THE KCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
DE02-156060 63206 - C 0 1.
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RECORDS REQUESTED
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MEDICAL
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LOCATION NAME
DR. VINCENZO DELROSARIO
DR. CARRIE LIGHT
FIRST RATIONAL IlAllK MARYSVILLE
DE02-156060
63206-C01
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COMMONvVEAL TH OF PENNSYLVANIA
- COUNTY OF CUMBERL.~"D
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
File So. 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M. HOFFMAN
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUME--'-S OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA.I\,- TO RULE 4009.22
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: CARRIE LIGHT
(S &me of Person or E:u::iry)
Within t"'A'r~' ,~) d.ays Uter ser"\'ice of this subpoena. you .are orderl!'d by the C'Ourt to produce the following documents or
things: SEE ATTACHED
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MCS GRnUp INC., 1601 MARKET ST., #800, PHILA.,PA 19103
(.~d<1res.)
You mlY d.u,'.. or m.i1I.gible copies of the docum.nts or prod lice thin9l'e<!"ested by this sllbpoen.. together with 'he
,ertificate 0: ,ompli.nce. to th. puty mwng this request It the .ddress listed above. YOIl have the right '0 se.k. in
ad\'ance.the ~..on.bl. cost of preparing the copi.. or producing th. things -!ht.
If you fail te ;::odu<t the docllments or things requir.d by this subpoena. wit:-om twenty (:!O) c.ys aiter its se,,'ioe. t"e parry
se,,'ing l;US '~"poen.o m.y seek. cOll:t order compeiling you to comply with r_
THIS SL1lPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQL'EST OF THE FOLLOWING PERSON:
SAME: ANN M. GRAB. ESO.
ADDRESS: 110 S. NORTHERN WAY
YORK. PA 17402
TELEPHOS:: 21,-246-0'l00
Sr.;PRE.\fE COURT 10 ,:
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TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
DR. CARRIE LIGHT
HOLY SPIRIT HOSPITAL
503 N. 21ST STREET
CAMP HILL, P A 17011
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all records, correspondence, files and memorandums, handwritten
notes, billing and payment records, relating to any examination,
consultation, care or treatment.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER
310 VALLEY ST" MARYSVILLE" PA 17053
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
SU10-310922 63206-LOS
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CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF:.
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TERM,
-VS-
CASE NO: 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
- certifies that
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoena with a copy of the subpoena
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least
twenty days prior to the date on which the subpoena is sought to be
served,
(2) A copy of the notice of intent. including the proposed subpoena, is
attached to this certificate.
(3) No objection to the subpoena has been received, and
(4) The subpoena which will be served is identical to the subpoena which
is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena.
MCS on behalf of
DATE: 07/05/2001
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
DEll-263799 63206-L09
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTElI. OF.
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
TEllH,
-VS-
CASE NO. 2000-937 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN, ET AL
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
[ Note. see enclosed list of locations ]
TO. MATTHEW D. STROHM, ESQUIRE
CHRISTOPHER J. KNIGHT, ESQUIRE
MCS on behalf of ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE intends to serve a subpoena
identical to the one that is attached to this notice. You have twenty (20)
days from the date listed below in which to file of record and serve upon the
undersigned-an objection to the subpoena. If the twenty. day notice period is~-
waived or if no objection is made, then the subpoena may be served. Complete
copies of any reproduced records may be o~de~ed at your expense by completing
the attached counsel card and retuming same to MCS or by contacting our local
MCS office.
DATE: 07/03/1998
MCS on behalf of
ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
Attomey for DEFENDANT
CC: ANN M. GRAB, ESQUIRE
- 100024-205
Any questions regarding this matter. contact
THE MCS GROUP INC.
1601 MAaKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
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LOCATION NAME
DR. VINCENZO DELROSARIO
DR. CARRIE LIGHT
FIRST RATIONAL BANK MARYSVILLE
DE02-156060 63206 - C 0 1.
COMMO!\:'VVEAtTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
- COUNTY OF CUMBERl.~"D
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
VS
File So. ?000-'l17 CIVIL
ELIZABETH MILLIKEN & BRIAN M.HOFFMAN
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUME--'-S OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUA.1I.;-r TO RULE 4009.22
TO: r.nS1'ODTAN OF RECORDS FOR: FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF MARYSVILLE
(~&me of Ptnon or Entiry)
Within rw.~' 1:0) doys aiter se",ice of this subpoen.o. YOIl U. ord.red by the ""lilt to produc. the following documents or
things: ~l?"F A'1''l'Af'.H'F.n
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MCS GROUP INC., 1601 MARKET ST., 1/800, PHILA. ,PA 1,9103
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You moy d.ih'" or m.i1I.gibl. copies of the docllm.nts or produu thin9l'e<!"ested by this sllbpoen.. togo,no, wit" '''.
certificate 0: compli.nc..to the partymwng this requ.st.tth. .odclres listed above. YOIl h....th. right to seoK. ,n
.d\'an<f. 'h. ~..onoble cost of preparing the copi.. or prodlldng the things _gill.
If you fail to ;::odllce the documents or things required by this subpoena. within tw.nty (:!O) cays aiter i,s '."'''e, ,no p~'
se,,'ing ';us '~"po.n.o m.y se.k a court ord.r comp.lling YOIl to comply with r_
THIS SLllPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQUEST OF THE FOLLOWING PERSOS:
.\'AME: ANN M. GRAB, ESQ.
ADDRESS: 11 n ~ NOR'l'HFRN tJAY
YORK, PA 17402
TELEPHO.\':: 21, 246-0'lOO
Sr.;PRE.\fE COI....RT 10 ,:
ArrOR."n- FOR: DEFENDANT
DATE; ..JII~)F
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EXPLANATION OF REQUIRED RECORDS
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
FIRST NATIONAL BANK MARYSVILLE
MARYSVILLE, PA 17053
RE: 63206
MARY ELLEN KOCHER
Any and all employment records, files and memorandums, compensation,
time and attendance records, personnel records, payroll and salary
reports and all medical records as an employee.
Dates Requested: up to and including the present.
Subject: MARY ELLEN KOCHER '
310 VALLEY ST;, MARYSVILLE" PA 170S3
Social Security #: 197-56-4928
Date of Birth: 02-21-1975
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No. 2000-937 CIVIL
v.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 12th day of September, 2001, I, Ann Margaret Grab, a member of the firm of
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN, SOL YMOS & CALKINS, hereby certify that I have this date
served a copy of the Notice of Deposition by United States Mail, addressed to the party or attorney of
record as follows:
Matthew D. Strohm, Esquire
Dissinger & Dissinger
400 South State Road
Marysville, PA 17053
GRIFFITH, STRICKLER, LERMAN,
SOL YMOS & CALKINS
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Ann Margaret GrlJlS'
Supreme Court ID No. 55986
110 South Northern Way
York, Pennsylvania 17402
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
NO. 2000-937 CIVIL
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
v.
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE FOR ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please enter the undersigned's appearance on behalf of the Defendant,
Elizabeth A. Milliken-Levesque, with regard to the above-captioned matter.
Respectfully submitted,
NEALON & GOVER, P.C.
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Attorney 1.0. No. 84188
2411 North Front St.
Harrisburg, PA 17110
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this Lj'f'. day of April, 2003 I hereby certify that I have
served the foregoing Praecipe entering my appearance on the following by depositing a
true and correct copy of same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, addressed to:
Ann Margaret Grab, Esquire
Griffith, Strickler, Lerman, Solymos & Calkins
110 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402
William Dissinger, Esquire
Dissinger & Dissinger
400 South State Rd.
Marysville, PA 17053
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PRAECIPE FOR LISTING CASE FOR TRIAL
(Must be typewritten and submitted in duplicate)
ro THE P!PI'HONJTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Please list the following case.
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(x) for JURY trial at the next tenn of civil court.
for trial without a jury.
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CAPTION OF CASE
(entire caption must be stated in full)
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(X Civil Action - Law
Appeal from Arbitration
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Mary Ellen Kocher
(Plaintiff)
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Eli.zabeth A. Milliken and
Brian M. Hoffman
The trial list will be called on8/l2/03
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Trials corrmence on 9/ 8/03
(Defendant)
Pretrials will be held on B / 20 / 03
(Briefs are due 5 days before pretrials. )
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(The party listing this case for trial shall
provide forthwith a copy of the praecipe to
all counsel, pursuant to local Rule 214.1.)
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No. 2000-937 Civil
Indicate the attorney who will try case for the party who files this praecipe:
"',m M,l"garet Grab. Esquire, 110 South Norcnern \",3.y, York, FA 1740:2
Indicate trial counsel for other parties if known:
William G. Dissinger. Esquire, 400 South State Road, Marysville, PA 17053
B . Sinnett Es uire 2411 North Front
This case is ready for trial.
Signed:
Print Name: Ann Marg ret Grab, Esquire
Date: Juh 9, 2003
Attorney for: Defendant, Brian M. Hoffman
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Mary Ellen Kocher
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Elizabeth A. Milliken and Brian M. Hoffman
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 00-937 CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, August 12, 2003, by agreement of counsel, the above captioned case
is hereby continued from the September 8, 2003 trial term. Counsel is directed to relist the case
when ready.
'*i11iam C. Dissinger, Esquire
For the Plaintiff
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~-Margaret Grab, Esquire
For the Defendants
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
plaintiff
No.2000-937 Civil
vs.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
PRAECIPE
TO: Prothonotary of Cumberland County
please mark the above captioned case discontinued.
Date:
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William C. Dissinger
Attorney for Plaintiff
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
MARY ELLEN KOCHER,
Plaintiff
No.2000-937 Civil
vs.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ELIZABETH A. MILLIKEN and
BRIAN M. HOFFMAN,
Defendants
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, William C. Dissinger, do hereby certify that I have on the
date indicated, served a true and correct copy of the attached
Praecipe on the person indicated by depositing the same, postage
prepaid, with the united States mail, addressed as follows:
Ann Margaret Grab, Esquire
Griffith, Strickler, Lerman, Solymos and Calkins
110 South Northern Way
York, PA 17402-3737
Brian R. Sinnett, Esquire
Nealon and Gover, P.C.
2411 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
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