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MELISSA E. BRIGHTBILL McHALE
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JOSEPH A. GARMAN
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NOTICE
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
filing 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
Telephone: (717) 249-3166
STEINER, SANDOE & COOPER
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enneth C. Sandoe, Esquire
Attorney for Plaintiff
ID #25976
36 W. Main
Myerstown,
Telephone:
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PA 17067
(717) 866-5737
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MELISSA E. BRIGHTBILL McHALE
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. dffV_ 3.UO' Cv;.;f ~.
JOSEPH A. GARMAN
COMPLAINT
AND NOW, comes the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, by
her attorneys, Steiner, Sandoe & Cooper, Esquires, and files the
following Complaint:
1. Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, is an adult
individual, sui juris, who resides at 300 Ridge Road, Trailer 104,
Etters, York County, Pennsylvania.
2. Defendant, Joseph A. Garman, is an adult individual, sui
juris, who resides at 659 East Walnut Street, Hanover, York County,
Pennsylvania.
3. At all times material hereto, Plaintiff, Melissa E.
Brightbill McHale, was the owner of a 1993 Nissan Maxima
automobile.
4. At all times material hereto, the Defendant, Joseph A.
Garman, was the operator of a 1995 GEO Tracker automobile owned by
his father, Gary L. Garman.
5. On July 29, 1999, at approximately 7:45 a.m., the
Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, was operating the
aforesaid Nissan Maxima automobile and was in stopped traffic on 1-
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County, Pennsylvania.
6. At the above, date, time and place, the Defendant, Joseph
A. Garman, was operating the aforesaid GEO Tracker automobile when
he rear-ended the Plaintiff, who was stopped at the end of a line
of stopped traffic, on I-83N just past the Limekiln Road Exit in
New Cumberland, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
7. On or about the above date, time and place, the aforesaid
accident was due solely to the negligence, carelessness,
recklessness, willful andlor wanton misconduct of the Defendant as
more particularly described herein.
8. As a direct and proximate result of the aforesaid
collision, the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, has
suffered severe personal, pecuniary and psychic injuries, which
injuries are set forth below with particularity.
9. The accident was not the fault in any manner whatsoever of
the plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale.
10. As a result of the aforesaid accident, the Plaintiff,
Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, has sustained serious injuries to her
person, including but not limited to, cervical, back and shoulder
injuries.
11. As a result of the motor vehicle accident as aforesaid,
the plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, has incurred medical
expenses which she is entitled or may be entitled to recover in
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accordance with the applicable Pennsylvania law.
12. As a result of the motor vehicle accident as aforesaid,
the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, will or may be forced
to incur additional medical and hospitalization costs and may
suffer a loss of earnings for which she is entitled to remuneration
in accordance with applicable Pennsylvania law.
13. As a result of the motor vehicle accident as aforesaid,
the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, has suffered a severe
shock and trauma to her nerves and nervous system and has endured
and will continue to endure in the future great physical and mental
pain and suffering.
14. As a result of the motor vehicle accident as
aforementioned, the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, may
for an indefinite time in the future suffer a loss of earnings and
earning capacity to which the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill
McHale, is entitled to remuneration.
15. As a result of the conduct of the Defendant, as more
particularly described herein, the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill
McHale, may suffer a permanent impairment of her future earning
capacity, for which she is entitled to remuneration.
16. As a result of the conduct of the Defendant, as more
particularly described herein, the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill
McHale, has been and will be prevented from performing her usual
duties and activities, and has suffered and will suffer for the
remainder of her life, great pain, mental anguish, emotional
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difficulties, disfigurement, embarrassment, loss of well-being, and
other limitations on her abilities to engage in normal activities
and enjoy the ordinary pleasures of life.
1 7. As a result of the aforesaid motor vehicle accident,
Plaitiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, incurred expenses for a
rental car in the amount of $52.75, for which she is entitled to
recovery.
COUNT I
MELISSA E. BRIGHTBILL McH!LE v. JOSEPH A. GARMAN
18.
Paragraphs 1 through
as though specifically
17 are incorporated
set forth at length.
herein
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reference
19. Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale, has been
informed, believes and therefore avers, that the aforesaid motor
vehicle accident resulted totally from the negligence, recklessness
and carelessness of the Defendant, Joseph A. Garman, which said
conduct consists of the following:
A. In driving the aforesaid motor vehicle without
obeying traffic conditions at the place of the accident;
B. In driving the aforesaid motor vehicle without
keeping a proper lookout for other drivers and users of
the highway at the date, time and place of the accident;
C. In
Plaintiff at
failing to yield the right of way to the
the date, time and place of the accident, in
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that the Defendant, Joseph A. Garman, failed to stop his
vehicle and rear-ended the Plaintiff's vehicle, causing
the violent collision as aforesaid;
D. In failing to have the motor vehicle under
proper and adequate control at the date, time and place
of the accident;
E. In failing to be able to bring the motor
vehicle to a stop within the assured clear distance rule
at the date, time and place of the accident;
F. In driving the motor vehicle as aforementioned
in an inattentive and careless manner, without due regard
for the rights and safety of other users of the highway;
namely, the Plaintiff, Melissa E. Brightbill McHale.
G. In driving the motor vehicle as aforesaid in a
careless, negligent and reckless manner in that the
Defendant, Joseph A. Garman, at no time attempted to slow
down or use his brakes prior to colliding with
Plaintiff's vehicle, and was being inattentive to his
driving;
H. Such other acts or omissions constituting
negligence andlor gross negligence or wanton conduct as
shall become evident during pre-trial discovery andlor at
the trial of this case.
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WHEREFORE, it is respectfully requested that this matter be
set for arbitration before an arbitration panel.
STEINER, SANDOE & COOPER
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Ken eth C. Sandoe, Esqulre
Attorney for Plaintiff
1D #25976
36 W. Main Avenue
Myerstown, PA 17067
Telephone: (717) 866-5737
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VERIFICATION
The undersigned verifies that the facts contained herein are
true and correct. The undersigned understands that false
statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.
S4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 200D.3285
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AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Joseph A. Garman, by and through his
attorneys, NEALON & GOVER, P.C., and files the following Answer:
1. Admitted, upon information and belief.
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5-6. Admitted in part and denied in part. It is admitted that a collision took
place between a vehicle operated by Joseph Garman and a vehicle operated by the
Plaintiff. It is further admitted that in the collision, the Garman vehicle struck the rear
end of the McHale vehicle and that the collision occurred at the location alleged in the
Complaint. To the extent these paragraphs allege any additional facts, the same are
denied pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. 1029(e).
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Denied. After reasonable investigation, the Defendant is without
knowledge or information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the matters
asserted and proof is demanded at trial.
COUNT I
MELISSA E. BRIGHTBILLE McHALE V. JOSEPH A. GARMAN
18. Paragraphs 1 through 17 of Defendant's Answer are incorporated herein
by reference thereto.
19. This paragraph states a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading
is required. To the extent that they are construed to allege facts, the same are denied
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Joseph A. Garman, respectfully request that
the pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. 1029(e).
Complaint be dismissed with costs of this action.
Respectfully submitted,
NEALON & GOVER
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David J. Freed, Esquire
Atty.I.D.#76622
301 Market Street -- 9th Floor
P.O. Box 865
Harrisburg, PA 17108-0865
(717) 232-9900
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I, Joseph A. Garman, verify that the statements made in the foregoing
Answer 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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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 9th day of August, 2000, I hereby certify that I have
served the foregoing Answer on the following via first-class mail, postage prepaid,
addressed to:
Kenneth C. Sandoe, Esquire
36 West Main Avenue
Myerstown, PA 17067
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David J. Freed, Esquire
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PRAECIPE FOR ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
MELISSA E. BRIGHTBILL McHALE
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CLlMS. COUNTY. PENNSYlVANIA
CIVIL ACTION LAW
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TO PROTHONOTARY OF
SAID coum;
JOSEPH A. GARMAN
SIR, Please enter t.'1e ap?e=2..'1ce
of Steiner, Sandoe &
whose address is
36 W.
Cooper
Individual or Law Firm
Main Ave., Myerstown, PA
17067
as Attorney (s) for
Melissa E. Brightbill McHale
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Dated
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in above captioned ease.
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Signa ture
Kenneth C. Sandoe, Esquire
ID # 25976
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - OUT OF COUNTY
CASE NO: 2000-03285 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
MCHALE MELISSA E BRIGHTBILL
VS
GARMAN JOSEPH A
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
GARMAN JOSEPH A
but was unable to locate Him
, to wit:
in his bailiwick. He therefore
deputized the sheriff of YORK
serve the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE
County, Pennsylvania, to
On June
26th , 2000 , this office was in receipt of the
attached return from YORK
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing
Out of County
Surcharge
York County
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06/26/2000
STEINER SANDOE
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riff of Cumberland County
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COUNTY OF YORK
OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF
SERVICE CALL
(717) 771-9601
28 EAST MARKET ST., YORK, PA 17401
SHERIFF SERVICE
PROCESS RECEIPT, and AFFIDAVIT OF RETURN
INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE TYPE ONLY LINES 1 TO 12
DO NOT DETACH ANY COPIES.
2. GOUATNUMBEA _~~.;;L/j:J CJ.VJ..L
4. TYPE OF WAIT OR COMPLAINT
Notice & Complaint
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Melissa E. Brightbill McHale
3. DEFENDANTIS!
Joseph A. Garman
SERVE { 5. NAME OF INDIVIDUAL, COMPANY, CORPORATION, ETC. TO SERVE OR DESCRIPTI,ON ~~ ,PROPERTY TO B.E,lSVI,ED,- ATTACHED, OR SOLD.
Joseph A. Garman ,,'~ ., '-"
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AT 659 E. Walnut St, Hanover, PA
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NOW 6/14/00 19 _I, SHERIFF OF ~COU~o hereby de u'z
Vt')rk COUNTY to ex I n ret
to law. This deputation being made at the request and risk of the plaintiff. .
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8. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS OR OTHER INFORMATION THAT WILL ASSIST IN EXPEDITING SERVICE:
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same Without a watchman, in custody of whomever IS found in possession, after notifying person of levy or attachment, without liability on the part of such deputy or the sheriff to any
plalntlff herein for any loss, destruction, or removal of any property before sheriffs sale thereof.
9< TYPE NAME AND ADDRESS of ATTORNEY/ORIGINATOR and SIGNATURE 10. TELEPHONE NUMBER 11. DATE FILED
Kenneth C. Sandoe, Esq.
36 W. Main Ave., Mverstown, PA 17067 (717) 866-5737 5/26/00
12, SEND NOTICE OF SERVICE COPY TO NAME AND ADDRESS BELOW: (This area must be completed if notice is to be mailed).
14, Date Received
6/16/00
15. Expiration/Hearing Date
6/26/00
13. I acknowledge receipt of the writ
or complaint as indicated above.
16. HOW SERVED: PERSONAL ( )
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SERVE 5. NAME OF INDIVIDUAL, COMPANY, Cb~I'--
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6. ADDRESS {STREET OR RFD WITH BOX NUMBER, APT NO., CITY, BORO. 1Wf"., STATE AND ZIP CODE
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9. TYPE NAM~ AND ADDRESS of ATTORNEY/ORIGINATOR and SIGNATURE ,_ 10. TELEPHONE NUMBER 11. DATE'FILED-_
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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NO. 2000-3285 CIVIL
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JOSEPH A. GARMAN,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
RULE 1312-1.
The Petition for Appointment of Arbitrators shall be substantially in the following form:
PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS
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Kenneth C. Sandoe, Esquire ,counsel for the plaintiff/~n the above action (liIIl'llX:1Ii:0IIS),
respectfully represents that:
I. The above-captioned action((J[:aotioJl~' is (DeJat issue.
2. Theclaimoftheplaintiffintheactionis$ within arbitration limits.
The counterclaim of the defendant in the action is n / a
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The following attorneys are interested in the case(s) as counselor are otherwise disqualified to sit as arbitrators:
David J. Fr~ed, Esquire, Attorney for Joseph A. Garman, Esquire
WHEREFORE, your petitioner prays your Honorable Court to appoint three (3) arbitrators to whom the case shall be
submitted.
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: NO. 2000-3285
: CIVIL ACTION AT LAW
Joseph A. Garman,
Defendant
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE OF HEARING
TO: Kenneth C. Sandoe, Esquire
36W.MainAve.
Myerstown, P A 17067
David 1. Freed, Esquire
301 Market Street - 9th Floor
P.O. Box 865
Harrisburg, PA 17108-0865
Stephen Bloom, Esquire
2100 Longs Gap Road
Carlisle, P A 17013
Maria P. Cognetti, Esquire
210 Grandview Ave.
Suite 102
Camp Hill, PA 17011
And now this 16th day of January, 2001, you are hereby notified that the Arbitrators
appointed in the above captioned matter will hold a hearing for the purpose of their appointment
as follows:
Date: Tuesday, March 27,2001
Time: 1:30 o'clock p.m.
Place: Conference Room, Maria P. Cognetti, Esquire, 210 Grandview Ave. Suite 102,
Camp Hill, P A
Counsel shall immediately notify all arbitrators if settlement is reached prior to the
hearing. Anyone who fmds the hearing date unsuitable is responsible for making all
arrangements with counsel and the arbitrators for a suitable date, time and place.
Parties wishing to argue legal points will be expected to have copies of relevant
materials for each arbitrator and opposing counsel at the commencement of the hearing.
COYNE & COYNE, P.e.
Henry F. Co e, Esquire
3901 Marke Street
Camp Hill, PA 17011-4227
(717) 737-0464
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Attorneys and Counselors at Law
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Kenneth C. Sandoe, Esquire
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Camp Hill, PA 17011-4227
Melissa E. Brightbill McHale v. Joseph A. Garman
Cumberland County C.C.P. Docket No. 2000-3285
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-referenced arbitration has been rescheduled as
Dear Parties:
Due to a scheduling conflict that I have, the ab
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Date: Tuesday, May 8, 2001 II , ~
Time: 9:00 o'clock a.m. k \1"1.
Place: Conference Room, Maria P. Cognetti, Esquire, 210 Grandview Avenue, Suite
102, Camp Hill, PA
My office confirmed the availability of this date with each of your secretaries. Anyone who fmds
the hearing date unsuitable is responsible for making all arrangements with counsel and the arbitrators for
a suitable date, time and place.
M truly you
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Thank you for your cooperation in the rescheduling of this matter.
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Telephone (717) 909-4060 . Fax (717) 909-4068
E-mail CognettiLaw@aol.com
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MELISSA E.BRIGHTBILL McHALE,
PLAINTIFF
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
NO. 2000-3285
CIVIL ACTION -AT LAW
JOSEPH A.GARMAN,
DEFENDANT
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please enter the undersigned's appearance on behalf of the Defendant,
Joseph A. Garman, with regard to the above-captioned matter.
Respectfully submitted,
NEALON & GOVER
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David J. Freed, Esquire
Atty. 1.0.#76622
301 Market Street -- 9th Floor
P.O. Box 865
Harrisburg, PA 17108-0865
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 29th day of June, 2000, I hereby certify that I have served
the foregoing Praecipe entering my appearance on the following via first-class mail,
postage prepaid, addressed to:
Kenneth C. Sandoe, Esquire
36 West Main Avenue
Myerstown, PA 17067
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David J. Freed, Esquire
Dated: 6/29/00
MELISSA E. BRIGHTBILL McHALE
Plaintiff
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JOSEPH A. GARMAN,
Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION-LAW
NO. 2000-3285 CIVIL TERM
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE TO SETTLE AND DISCONTINUE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
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Dated: June 14th, 2001
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: NO. 2000-3285 CIVIL TERM
: Jury Trial Demanded
Joseph A. Garman,
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OATH
We do solemnly swear (or affirm) that we will support, obey and defend the Constitution of the
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We, the undersigned arbitrators, having been duly appointed and sworn (or affirmed), make the
following award: (Note: If damages for delay are awarded, they shall be separately stated.)
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NOTICE OF ENTRY OF AWARD
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