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ASHLEY 1. BOETTGER
A MINOR, BY DONALD E.
BOETTGER, JR., as Guardian
And in his own right,
Plaintiffs
V.
RICHARD R. SMITH and
DEBORAH J. SMITH,
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2000-6304 CNIL TERM
: CNIL ACTION - LAW
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 4TH day of JUNE, 2001, a hearing on the Petition to
Compromise in the above captioned matter is scheduled for FRIDAY. JUNE 15.2001,
at 10:00 A.M. in Courtroom # 5.
Robert 1. O'Brien, Esquire
For the Plaintiffs
John A. Statler, Esquire
For the Defendants
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ASHLEY L. BOETTGER
a Minor, by DONALD E.
BOETTGER, JR, as Guardian
and in his own right,
Plaintiffs
vs.
RICHARD R SMITH and
DEBORAH J. SMITH,
husband and wife,
Defendants
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2000-6304 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
ORDER
, 2001, pursuant to Pa.
RC.P. 2039(b)(1), the settlement of the above-captioned case is approved and Donald
E. Boettger, Jr. is authorized to sign the release and receive the funds for the minor
child.
Robert L. O'Brien, Esquire
O'Brien, Baric & Scherer
17 West South Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
John A. Statler, Esquire
Golberg, Katzman & Shipman, P.C.
320 Market Street
Strawberry Square
, PO Box 1268
, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17108-1268
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ASHLEY L. BOETTGER
a Minor, by DONALD E.
BOETTGER, JR, as Guardian
and in his own right,
Plaintiffs
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO.2000-6304 CIVIL TERM
vs.
RICHARD R SMITH and
DEBORAH J. SMITH,
husband and wife,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PETITION TO SETTLE A
CASE INVOLVING A MINOR
1. Petitioner is Donald E. Boettger, Jr., the natural father and guardian of
Ashley L. Boettger.
2. Petitioner and his daughter Ashley are the Plaintiffs in the above-
captioned action.
3. The Plaintiffs have agreed to a settlement from the Defendants in the
amount of $2,500.00.
4. Petitioner, pursuant to Pa. RC.P. Rule 2039(b)(1) requests that the
$2,500.00 be paid to the Petitioner as natural father and guardian of the minor child.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Honorable Court
approve the compromise and settlement and award the $2,500.00 settlement to the
Petitioner as the natural father and guardian of the minor child.
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17 West South Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
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I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Petition are true and correct.
understand that false statements made herein are made subject to the penalties of 18
Pa. C.S !:;4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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GENERAL RELEASE OF ALL CLAIMS
KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that I, Donald E. Boettger, Jr.,
individually and as parent and natural guardian of Ashley L. Boettger, a minor, intending to be
legally bound hereby, and in consideration of the payment of Two Thousand Five Hundred
($2,500.00) Dollars, receipt whereof is hereby acknowledged, have remised, released and forever
discharged, and by these presents do for myself, my daughter, my successors, agents, assigns,
heirs and insurers hereby remise, release and forever discharge Richard R. Smith and Deborah J.
Smith, their administrators, personal representatives, successors, agents, assigns, officers,
directors, workmen, employees, and insurers, and all other persons, firms, corporations,
associations or partnerships, of and from all actions, causes of action, claims, suits, controversies,
trespasses, damages, judgments, and demands in any form whatsoever, at law or in equity, arising
from or by reason of any and all known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen bodily or personal
injuries, or property damage, resulting from a dog bite incident which occurred on August 28,
2000, at 580 Hillcrest Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. Said incident and claim
is the subject of a civil action currently pending in the Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania, docketed to No. 2000-6304 Civil Term, in which it is claimed that Richard
R. Smith and Deborah J. Smith are legally liable for said accident and injuries, which liability was
and is expressly denied. The aforesaid civil action will be discontinued of record
contemporaneously with the execution of this Release.
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It is understood and agreed that this is the compromise of a doubtful and disputed claim,
and that this Release and payment is not to be construed as an admission of liability on the part of
the parties released, and that the releasees deny liability therefor and intend merely to avoid
further litigation and buy their peace.
The undersigned declares and represents that no promise, inducement or agreement not
stated herein has been made to the undersigned and that this Release contains the entire
agreement between the parties hereto, and that the terms of this Release are contractual and not a
mere recital.
THE UNJI)ERSIGNED HAS READ THE FOREGOING RELEASE AND FULLY
UNDERSTANDS IT.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, and intending to be legally bound, I have hereunto set my
hand and seal this 2'1 ~ay of ~ ' 2001.
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Guardian of Ashley L. Boettger, a Minor
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On the 2'1:t:'J day of /lJo.-<j
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Public in and for said Commonwealth and County, personally came the above named herein, and
who executed the foregoing Release and has acknowledged to me that he voluntarily executed the
same.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and my seal.
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ASHLEY L. BOETTGER
a Minor, by DONALD E.
BOETTGER, JR., as Guardian
and in his own right,
Plaintiffs
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTh', PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2000- "M CIVIL TERM
vs.
RICHARD R. SMITH and
DEBORAH J. SMITH,
husband and wife,
Defendants
:CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NOTICE
You hav~ 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 an 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 importantto you.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF
YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GQ 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, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-3166
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ASHLEY L BOETTGER
a Minor, by DONALD E.
BOETTGER, JR., as Guardian
and in his own right,
Plaintiffs
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2000- (.30'( CIVIL TERM
vs.
RICHARD R. SMITH and
DEBORAH J. SMITH,
husband and wife,
Defendants
:CIVIL ACTION - LAW
COMPLAINT
1. Plaintiffs are, Ashley L. Boettger, a minor child, age eleven years by her
Guardian, Donald! E. Boettger, Jr., and Donald E. Boettger, Jr., in hi's own right, an
adult individual. The Plaintiffs reside at 654 Hillcrest Drive, Carlisle, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. Defendants are Richard R. Smith and Deborah J. Smith, husband and
wife, who are adult individuals residing at 580 Hillcrest Drive, Carlislle, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania.
3. The aforesaid Defendants own a five year old male German Shepard
which they maint<?in at their residence.
4. On August 28, 2000, Ashley L. Boettger was invited onto the Defendants'
property to observe the German Shepard dog at that location. Ashley was at 580
Hillcrest Drive with her friend, Jillian Christie. The dog began pursuing the two girls
and attacKed and bit Ashley in the groin. Ashley received treatment at the Carlisle
Hospital Emergency Room.
5. The Defendants knew or should have known that the German Shepard
was a dangerous dog in that the dog had, on prior occasions, attacked human beings
without provocation or had a propensity to attack human beings without provocation.
6. The Defendants were negligent and careless in keeping the German
Shepard with the knowledge of his propensity to attack people without provocation.
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7. As a direct and proximate result of the Defendants' negligent and careless
conduct, the Plaintiff, Ashley L. Boettger has suffered physical pain and suffering, as
well as emotional and psychological trauma.
8. As a direct and proximate result of the Defendants' negligence and
carelessness, the Plaintiffs have incurred, and in the future will incur expenses for
medical and psychological treatment in an amount not yet ascertained.
9. As a direct and proximate result of the Defendants' negligence and
carelessness, the Plaintiff, Donald E. Boettger, Jr., will incur expenses for medical and
psychological treatment for his daughter Ashley.
COUNT I
DONALD E. BOETTGER, JR. vs.
RICHARD R. SMITH AND DEBORAH J. SMITH
10. The allegations contained in Paragraphs 1-9 are incorporated herein by
reference as though set forth at length.
11. The Defendants are liable for the Mr. Boettger's damages described
herein inasmuch as Ms. Boettger's injuries are the direct and proximate result of the
Defendants negligence and carelessness.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Donald E. Boettger, Jr. demands damages from the
Defendants in an amount in excess of $25,000.00 exclusive of interest and costs.
COUNT II
ASHLEY L. BOETTGER vs.
RICHARD R. SMITH and DEBORAH J. SMITH
12. The allegations contained in Paragraphs 1-11 are incorporated herein by
reference as though set forth at length.
13. The Defendants are liable to Ashley L. Boettger for the injuries described
herein inasmuch as those injuries are the direct and proximate result of the Defendants'
negligence and carelessness as set forth.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Ashley L. Boettger demands damages from the
Defendants in an amount in excess of $25,000.00 exclusive of interest and costs.
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ASHLEY L. BOETTGER and DONALD E. BOETTGER, JR. vs.
RICHARD R. SMITH AND DEBORAH J. SMITH
14. The allegations contained in Paragraphs 1-13 are incorporated herein by
reference as though set forth at length.
15. The maintenance of the dog on the Defendants' property was reckless or
in wilful and wanton disregard of the safety of Ashley Boettger and other persons.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Ashley L. Boettger demands punitive damages from the
Defendants in an amount in excess of $25,000.00 as well as attorney's fees and costs.
Respectfully submitted,
O'BRIEN, BARIC & SCHERER
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Robert L. O'Brien, Esquire
Attorney for Plaintiffs
I.D. # 28351
17 West South Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
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VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Complaint are true and correct.
I understand that false statements made herein are made subject to the penalties of 18
Pa. C.S. Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: 'j> ;7'1ICJcJ
Donald E. Boettger, ., individually
and as guardian of Ashley L. Boettger
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 2000-06304 P
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
BOETTGER ASHLY L MINOR
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SMITH RICHARD R ET AL
DAVID MCKINNEY
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE
was served upon
SMITH RICHARD R the
DEFENDANT at 0020:08 HOURS, on the 15th day of September, 2000
at 580 HILLCREST DRIVE
CARLISLE, PA 17013
by handing to
RICHARD SMITH
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT & NOTICE
together with
and at the same time directing His attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing
Service
Affidavit
Surcharge
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O'BRIEN, BARIC & SCHERER
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 2000-06304 P
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
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BOETTGER ASHLY L MINOR
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SMITH RICHARD R ET AL
DAVID MCKINNEY
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE
was served upon
SMITH DEBORAH J the
DEFENDANT , at 0020:08 HOURS, on the 15th day of September, 2000
at 580 HILLCREST DRIVE
CARLISLE, PA 17013
by handing to
DEBORAH J. SMITH
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT & NOTICE
together with
and at the same time directing Her attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs:
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GOLDBERG, KATZMAN & SHIPMAN, P.C.
320 Market Street
P.O. Box 1268
Harrisburg, P A 17108-1268
Telephone: (717)234-4161
Attorney for Defendants
ASHLEY L. BOETTGER, a Minor, by
DONALD E. BOETTGER, JR.,
as Guardian and in His Own Right,
Plaintiffs
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
CIV1LACTION -LAW
v.
NO. 2000-6304 CIVlL TERM
RICHARD R. SMITH and
DEBORAH 1. SMITH, Husband and Wife,
Defendants JURY TRIAL DE.MANDE.D
DEFENDANTS' ANSWER
TO PLAINTIFFS' COMPLAINT
AND NOW, come Defendants Richard R. Smith and Deborah 1. Smith, by their attorneys,
Goldberg, Katzman and Shipman, P.C., who file the following Answer to the Plaintiffs'
Complaint:
1. It is admitted, based on information and belief, that Ashley Bdettger is 11 years
old. After reasonable investigation, Defendants are without information sufficient to form a belief
as to the truth or falsity of the remaining averments in this paragraph and, therefore, deny the
same and demand. strict proof at time of trial if deemed material.
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2. Admitted.
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4. Denied as stated. It is denied that Ashley L. Boettger was invited onto the
Defendants' property on August 28, 2000. It is admitted that the dog bit Ashley. It is admitted
that Ashley was present at 580 Hillcrest Drive with Ji1lian Christie. After reasonable investigation,
befendatlts are without information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth or falsity of the
remaining averments in this paragraph and, therefore, deny the same and demand strict proof at
time of trial if deemed material.
5. Denied. It is denied that the Defendants knew or should have known that the
German Shepard was dangerous and denied that the dog had on prior occasions attacked human
beings without provocation or had a propensity to attack human beings without provocation.
6. The averments in this paragraph constitute conclusions oflaw to which no
response is required. In the event a response is deemed to be required, it is denied that the
Defendants were negligent and careless in keeping the German Shepard and denied that the
Defendants knew of any propensity of the dog to attack people without provocation.
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7. The averments in this paragraph constitute conclusions oflaw to which no
response is required. In the event a response is deemed to be required, it is denied that the
Defendants were negligent and careless and, therefore, denied that the Plaintiff suffered any
injuries or damages as a direct and proximate of any negligence or carelessness on the part of the
Defendants.
8. The averments in this paragraph constitute conclusions oflaw to which no
response is required. In the event a response is deemed to be required, it is denied that the
Defendants were negligent and careless and, therefore, denied that the Plaintiff suffered any
injuries or damages or medical or psychological expenses as a direct and proximate of any
negligence or carelessness on the part of the Defendants.
9. The averments in this paragraph constitute conclusions oflaw to which no
response is required. In the event a response is deemed to be required, it is denied that the
Defendants were negligent and careless and, therefore, denied that the Plaintiff suffered any
injuries or damages or medical or psychological expenses as a direct and proximate of any
negligence or carelessness on the part of the Defendants.
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COUNT I
Donald E. Boettger, Jr.
v.
Richard R. Smith and Deborah J. Smith
10. Defendants incorporate by reference their answers to the averments in paragraphs
1 through 9 of the Plaintiffs' Complaint as if set forth at length.
11. The averments in this paragraph constitute conclusions of law to which no
response is required. In the event a response is deemed to be required, it is denied that the
Defendants are liable for the Plaintiffs' damages and denied that the minor Plaintiff's injuries were
the direct and proximate result of any negligence and carelessness on the part of the Defendants.
WHEREFORE, Defendants Richard R. Smith and Deborah 1. Smith respectfully request
that Count I of the Plaintiffs' Complaint be dismissed and that judgment be entered in favor of the
Defendants and against the Plaintiffs.
COUNT n
Ashley L. Boettger
v.
Richard R. Smith and Deborah J. Smith
12. Defendants incorporate by reference their answers to the averments in paragraphs
1 through 11 of the Plaintiffs' Complaint as if set forth at length.
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13. The averments in this paragraph constitute conclusions of law to which no
response is required. In the event a response is deemed to be required, Defendants deny that they
are liable to Ashley L. Boettger for the injuries described in the Complaint and deny that the
injuries were the direct and proximate result of any negligence and carelessness on the part of the
Defendants.
WHEREFORE, Defendants Richard R. Smith and Deborah 1. Smith respectfu11y request
that Count IT of the Plaintiffs' Complaint be dismissed and that judgment be entered in favor of
the Defendants and against the Plaintiffs.
COUNT m
Ashley L. Boettger and Donald E. Boettger, Jr.
v.
Richard R Smith and Deborah J. Smith
14. Defendants incorporate by reference their answers to the averments in paragraphs
1 through 13 of the Plaintiffs' Complaint as if set forth at length.
15. The averments in this paragraph constitute conclusions oflaw to which no
response is required. In the event a response is deemed to be required, it is denied that the
maintenance of the dog on the Defendants' property was reckless or in wi1lfu1 and wanton
disregard of the safety of Ashley Boettger and other persons.
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WHEREFORE, Defendants Richard R. Smith and Deborah J. Smith respectfully request
that Count III of the Plaintiffs' Complaint be dismissed and that judgment be entered in favor of
the Defendants and against the Plaintiffs.
Respectfully submitted,
GOLDBERG, KATZMAN & SHIPMAN, P.C.
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Attorney I. D. No. 43812
320 Market Street
P. O. Box 1268
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1268
Telephone: (717) 234-4161
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DATE: 10/!O /00
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VERIFICATION
I, RICHARD R. SMITH, hereby acknowledge that I am a Defendant in this action; that I
have read the foregoing document; and that the facts stated therein are true and correct to the best
of my knowledge, information and belief
I understand that any false statements herein are made subject to penalties of 18 Pa. C. S.
Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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I, DEBORAH J. SMITH, hereby acknowledge that I am a Defendant in this action; that
I have read the foregoing document; and that the facts stated therein are true and correct to the
best of my knowledge, information and belief.
I understand that any false statements herein are made subject to penalties of 18 Pa. C. S.
Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
Septe I HEREBY CERTIFY that I served a true and correct copy of the foregoing document
upon all parties or counsel of record by depositing a copy of same in the United States Mail at
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with first-class postage prepaid on the 10'1""'- day of () cJv ~
2000, addressed to the following:
Robert L. O'Brien, Esquire
O'Brien, Baric & Scherer
17 West South Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Respectfully submitted,
GOLDBERG, KATZMAN & SHIPMAN, P.C.
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Attorney I. D. No. 43812
320 Market Street
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CERTIFICATE
PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
ASHLEY L. BOETTGER, ET AL
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CASE NO: 2000-6304
RICHARD SMITH & DEBORAH SMITH, H/W
As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant
to Rule 4009.22
MCS on behalf of
JOHN A. STATLER, 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.
DATE: 11/09/2000
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COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
IN THE MATTER OF:
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
ASHLEY L. BOETTGER, ET AL
TERM,
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CASE NO: 2000-6304
RICHARD SMITH & DEBORAH SMITH, H/W
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE A SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS AND
THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
CARLISLE HOSPITAL
MEDICAL
TO: ROBERT L. O'BRIEN, ESQUIRE
HCS on behalf of JOHN A. STATLER, 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 HCS or by contacting our local
HCS office.
DATE: 10/20/2000
HCS on behalf of
JOHN A. STATLER, ESQUIRE
Attorney for DEFENDANT
CC: JOHN A. STATLER, ESQUIRE
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Any questions regarding this matter, contact
THE HCS GROUP INC.
1601 MARKET STREET
#800
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 246-0900
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COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
ASHLEY L. BOETTGER, A MINOR, ET AL
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File No. 2000-6304 CIVIL
RICHARD R. SMITH & DEBORAH J. SMITH H/W:
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR: CARLISLE HOSPITAL
(Name of Person or Entity)
Within twenty (20) days after service of this su~oeni!r you are ordered by the court to prod"ce the following documents or
things: SEE ATTACHED
at MCS GROUP INC.. 1/\01 MAllKF,1' ~1' ilHOO l'HTT.A, l'A 19101
(Address)
You may deliver or mail legible copies of the documents or produce things requested by this subpoena, together with the
certificate of compliance, to the party making this request at the address listed above. You have the right to seek, in
advance, the reasonable cost of preparing the copies or producing the things sought.
If you fail to produce the documents or things required by this subpoena, within twenty (20) days after its service. the party
serving this subpoena may seek a court order compelling you to comply with it.
THIS SUBPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQUEST OF THE FOLLOWING PERSON:
JOHN A. STATLER, ESQUIRE
320 MARKET ST., PO BX 1268
HARRISBURG, PA 17108
TELEPHONE: (215) 246-0900
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EXPLANATION OF REQUIRED RECORDS
TO: CUSTODIAN OF RECORDS FOR:
CARLISLE HOSPITAL
246 PARKER STREET
P.O. BOX 310
CARLISLE, PA 17013
RE: 42451
ASHLEY BOETTGER, MINOR
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: ASHLEY BOETTGER, MINOR
654 HILLCREST DRIVE, CARLISLE, PA 17013
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ASHLEY L. BOETTGER,
A MINOR, BY DONALD E.
BOETTGER, JR., as Guardian
and in his own right,
Plaintiffs
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
2000-6304 CIVIL TERM
RICHARD R. SMITH and
DEBORAH J. SMITH,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN RE: MINOR'S SETTLEMENT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 15th day of June, 2001, after
hearing, the petition to settle a case involving Ashley L.
Boettger, a minor, for the sum of $2,500.00 is approved.
Ashley's natural guardian, Donald E. Boettger, Jr., may sign a
general release on her behalf and collect the settlement
proceeds of $2,500.00, which he shall place in a restricted
account in the name of the said Ashley L. Boettger, a minor.
Said account must be insured by a federal government agency and
must be restricted so that no funds can be withdrawn therefrom
without court approval prior to October 17, 2006. Proof of said
account to be filed with the prothonotary within 10 days of it
being established.
We are advised that Ashley's parents have paid
all legal fees and costs in the prosecution of this suit not
looking for any reimbursement.
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