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MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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CIVIL ACTION - LAW
SUSAN J. HALE,
Defendant
NO. 01-3762 CIVIL TERM
PRETRIAL CONFERENCE
AND NOW, this 18th day of June, 2003, before Edgar B.
Bayley, Judge, present for the Plaintiff was Michael J.
O'Connor, Esquire, and for the Defendant, Daniel K. Deardorff,
Esquire.
This is a rear end collision case in which defendant
admits negligence. Plaintiff claims general damages including
an aggravation of a preexisting Bell's Palsy condition.
Estimated time of trial, one and a half days.
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For Plaintiff
Daniel K. Deardorff, Esquire
For Defendants
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MAUREEN A. MUMMA
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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: NO, 01-3762
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
SUSAN J. HALE
Defendant
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PLAINTIFF'S POINTS FOR CHARGE
Plaintiff, Maureen Mumma, respectfully request that the.Court deliver to the jury the
instructions attached hereto.
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Killian & Gephart
218 Pine Street
P. O. Box 886
Harrisburg,PA 17108
(717) 232-1851
Attorney I. D. #76127
Dated: July 7,2003
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Char~e No, 1:
The Plaintiff claims that she was injured and sustained damages as a result of the
negligent conduct of the Defendant. Defendant admits that she was negligent and that her
negligence was the cause of the motor vehicle accident. Defendant also admits that her
negligence caused Plaintiffs harm, however, Defendant denies the extent of harm alleged
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Plaintiff's Reauested Points for Charge No, 2:
Since Defendant's negligence caused harm to the Plaintiff, you must then fmd an
amount of money damages which you believe will fairly and adequately compensate the
Plaintiff for all the physical and fmancial injury she has sustained as a result of the accident.
The amount which you award today must compensate the Plaintiff completely for damages
sustained in the past, as well as damage the Plaintiff will sustain in the future.
Standard Civil Jury Instruction 6.00
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charge No, 3:
The damage is recoverable by the Plaintiff in this case and the items that go to make
them up, each of which I will discuss separately, are as follows:
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charge No, 4:
The Plaintiff is entitled to be compensated in the amount of$400 which is for ~Cal
e~s reasonably incurred for the therapy she received for treatment of her injuries in the
past. An exhibit will be submitted to you, itemizing these costs, for your consideration
during deliberation.
Standard JulY Instruction 6.01A.
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charlle No.5:
The Plaintiff is entitled to be compensated for all medical expenses which you fmd
she will reasonably incur in the future for the treatment and care of her continuing injuries.
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charge No.6:
The Plaintiff is entitled to be fairly and adequately compensated for such physical
pain, mental anguish, discomfort, inconvenience and distress as you fmd she has endured,
from the time of the accident until today.
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Char~eNo. 7:
The Plaintiff is entitled to be fairly and adequately compensated for such physical
pain, mental anguish, discomfort, inconvenience and distress as you believe she will endure
in the future as a result of her injuries.
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t which the Plaintiff sustained as a result of this accident is a
separate item of d ages recognized by the law. Therefore, in addition to such sums as you
award for pain and suffering and for embarrassment and humiliation, the Plaintiff is entitled
to be fairly and adequately compensated for the disfigurement she has suffered in the past
as a result of this accident, and which she will continue to suffer during the future duration
of her life.
Standard Jury Instruction 6.0lH.
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charge No.9:
The Plaintiff is entitled to be fairly and adequately compensated for past, present and
future loss of her ability to enjoy any of the pleasures of life as a result of her injuries.
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charge No, 10:
If you fmd that the Plaintiff's injuries will continue beyond today, you must
determine the life expectancy of the Plaintiff. According to statistics complied by United
States Department of Health, Education and Welfare, the average life exp cy of all
persons of the Plaintiff's age at the time of the accident, sex and race s. This
figure is offered to you only as a guide, you are not bound to accept it'
Plaintiff would have lived longer or less than the average individual in her category. In
reaching this decision you are to consider the Plaintiff's health prior to the accident, her
manner of living, her personal habits and other factors that may have effected the duration
of her life.
Standard Jury Instruction 6.21.
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charge No. 11:
The Plaintiff is entitled to recover damages for all injuries which the Defendant's
negligence was a substantial factor in producing. The Defendant's negligence need not be
the sole cause of the injuries; other causes may have contributed to producing the final
result. The fact that some of the factor may have been a contributing cause of an injury does
not relieve a Defendant of liability, unless you find that such other cause would have
produced the injury complained of independently of her negligence. Even though prior
conditions or concurrent causes may have contributed to an injury, if Defendant's negligence
was a substantial factor in producing the injury, Defendant is liable for the full amount of
damages sustained, without any apportionment or diminution for the other conditions or
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Plaintiff's Requested Points for Charge No. 12:
Defendant is not excused because the Plaintiff may have had a preexisting con
which made her peculiarly susceptible to the injury of which she compl' In this action due
to the July 26, 1999 motor vehicle accident; and, in arriving at your verdict, you are
instructed that the Defendant takes the Plaintiff as she finds her at the time of the accident
and you are not to deduct anything from the damages to which the Plaintiff is entitled
because of her preexisting condition.
Pavorskyv. Engles, 188 A.2d 731 (Pa, 1963).
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7550.69
MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLV ANlA
v.
NO. 01-3762
CNIL ACTION-LAW
SUSAN J. HALE,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
DEFENDANTS' POINTS FOR CHARGE
1. For an individual to be held liable for the injuries of another, thatindividual's actions
must have been a "substantial factor" in bringing about that hann. Restatement (Second) of Torts
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2. The burden is on the Plaintiff to show that her alleged damages and each element
thereof were a result of the Defendant's actions. If you do not find her proof of damages to be
credible, then you must reject those claims which have not been sufficiently proven. See P.L.E.
Damages Section 151.
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3. An award for damages must be fair and reasonable and based on the evidence which
you find to be credible, not on speculation, conjecture or guesswork. Giordano v. AC&S Inc., 446
Pa.Super 232,666 A2d 710 (1995).
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4. Under the law in Pennsylvania, damages carmot be presumed and the mere possibility
of future damages is insufficient proof. For future damages to be recoverable, it must be proven that
they are reasonably certain to follow. See Greenburg v. McCabe. 453 F. Supp. 765 (B.D. Pa. 1978),
affirmed 594 F.2d 854, U.S. cert. denied 444 U.S. 840; II P.L.E. Damages Section 25 (1970); 25
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5. Damages for pain and suffering are compensatory in nature. That is, they are
designed to compensate the Plaintiff for pain and suffering associated with her injuries, even though
she has not suffered a financial loss as a result thereof. Pain and suffering is not intended to punish
or penalize anyone, including the Defendant.
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6. Any testimony, even if it is not contradicted, may be disregarded and rejected by you
if you do not find it to be credible. Therefore, you are not bound by an expert's opinion merely
because he is an expert; you may accept or reject is as in the case of other witnesses. Pa. Standard
Jury Instructions Section 5.30 at P. 93.
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A witness who has special knowledge, skill, experience, training or education in a particular science,
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In determining the weight to be given to his opinion, you should consider the qualifications and
reliability of the expert and the reasons given for his opinion. You are not bound by an expert's
opinion merely because he is an expert; you may accept it or reject it, as in the case of other
witnesses. Give it the weight, if any, to which you deem it entitled.
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Daniel K. Deardorff, Esquire
LD. Number 17837
Ten East High Street
Carlisle,PA 17013
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7550.69
MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
NO. 01-3762
CIVIL ACTION-LAW
SUSAN J. HALE,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
DEFENDANT'S MOTION IN LIMINE
1. On the first day of Trial, July 8, 2003, Plaintiffs counsel forwarded the attached
special damages for lawn care, special massage chair, and massage therapy.
2. These were never listed in the Answer to Interrogatories which requested special
damages.
3. These were not exchanged or listed at the Pre-Trial Conference.
4. Defendant is prejudiced and cannot properly investigate or document these alleged
special damages at this late date.
WHEREFORE, Defendant requests that Plaintiff not be allowed to present evidence on
these special damages.
Respectfully Submitted,
MARTSON DEARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
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Daniel K. Deardorff, Esquire
LD. # 17837
Ten East High Street
Carlisle, P A 17013
(717) 243-3341
Attorney for Defendant
Dated: July 8, 2003
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5 5 Gre~n Ridge Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
CLAIM NUMBER:
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DOCKET NO.: () I - .::J 7 " .J
81 Bigler, Martin J Jr
2 53 Christ, Jeffrey J
0 69 Kochan, Marianne M
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4 42 Bell, Robin M
5 82 Rupp, Linda A
6 51 Baitsell, Sheri L
7 56 Samuels, Helen D
8 41 Wiser, Paula M
~ 62 Bennett, Peter H
10 78 Gavlick, Daryle R
II 63 Karli, Frank J Jr
12 70 Shughart, Brenda M
13 52 Wise, John E
14 44 Day, Dennis A
15 61 Chronister, John
16 64 Baum, Kandace A
~j 54 Sullivan, Lori A
18 77 Madigan, Elizabeth R
19 72 Sgrignoli, Scott D
20 57 Newcomer, Kathleen A
21 84 Courogen, Chris
22 65 Elicker, Dana E
23 43 Lippert, Pamela S
24 55 Krausse, Kathleen A
25 49 Seidel, George H J r
26 80 Hartman, Heather
27 59 Smith, Heidi Ann
28 73 Davis, Robert B
29 74 Mader, James D
30 85 McMeans, David W
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Plaintiff
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: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 01-3762
: CNIL ACTION - LAW
SUSAN J. HALE
Defendant
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PLAINTIFF'S PRE-TRIAL MEMORANDUM
I. Statement of Facts
On July 26, 1999, Plaintiff, Maureen Mumma, was operating a 1994 Honda Accord
and exited Route 15 South to Shiremanstown by using Ramp E. She stopped at the stop sign
at the end of the ramp. She then proceeded to merge onto Simpson Ferry Road when she
was rear ended by Defendant, Susan Hale. Defendant has acknowledged responsibility for
the accident.
II. Damages
As a result of the rear end collision, Maureen Mumma sustained an injury to herneck,
headaches, cervicobrachial syndrome, cervicalgia and recurrent Bell's Palsy. She continues
to require treatment for her neck and Bell's Palsy which have improved since the date of the
accident. The injuries have limited Ms. Mumma's ability to engage in several activities
including gardening, housework/cleaning and playing tennis. Ms. Mumma has not sustained
a loss of earnings as a result of her injuries. Ms. Mumma has certain outstanding medical
bills for massage therapy to treat her injuries.
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III. Statement of Issues as to Damages
Defendant has questioned the relationship of the injuries sustained by Plaintiff to the
accident. Ms. Mumma attended an independent medical examination scheduled by
Defendant which was performed by Dr. Jason Litton on May 30, 2002. Dr. Litton stated that
Maureen Mumma continues to have some neck pain resulting from her vehicle accident on
July 26, 1999. She has discomfort, but she has no disability. Dr. Litton also stated that he
was unable to address the Bell's Palsy problem with any expertise.
IV. Issues of Evidence
None.
V. Witnesses
A. Maureen Mumma
B. Linda Henninger, D.C. (live testimony or by video deposition)
C. C. Francis Janton, III, M.D. (video deposition)
D. Ernest M. Josef, M.D.
E. Camille Baughman, B.S., L.M.T.
F. Susan Hale, as on cross.
G. Plaintiff reserves the right to identify additional witnesses prior to trial.
VI. Exhibits
A. Deposition transcript of Susan Hale.
B. Defendant's responses to Plaintiffs Interrogatories.
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E. Ms. Mumma's transcript of recorded statement.
E. Plaintiff reserves the right to identify additional exhibits prior to trial.
VII. Settlement negotiations.
Defendant offered $7,500 to settle this case. This offer was rejected by Plaintiff.
Respectfully submitted,
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Michael J. O'Connor, Esquire
Killian & Gephart
218 Pine Street
P. O. Box 886
Harrisburg, P A 17108
(717) 232-1851
Attorney I. D. #76127
Dated: June 12, 2003
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On this lL day of June, 2003, I hereby certify that I served the foregoing document
on the following by depositing a true and correct copy in the United States Mail, postage
prepaid, addressed to:
Daniel K. Deardorff, Esquire
Martson, Deardorff, Williams & Otto
Ten East High Street
Carlisle, PAl 70 13
KILLIAN & GEPHART
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P. O. Box 886
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7550.69
MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
v.
NO. 01-3762
CIVIL ACTION-LAW
SUSAN J. HALE,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
DEFENDANT'S PRE-TRIAL MEMORANDUM
1. STATEMENT AS TO LIABILITY:
Plaintiffs vehicle was rear-ended at a low rate of speed by Defendant's vehicle on
July 26, 1999, on a ramp that was merging onto Simpson Ferry Road in Lower Allen Township,
Cumberland County. Defendant admits that she was negligent but denies that she caused all the
damages alleged by Plaintiff. ,.,-
II. STATEMENT AS TO DAMAGES:
Plaintiff alleges ongoing neck symptoms, which are being treated by her chiropractor and an
aggravation of her preexisting Bell's Palsy. Defendant will testify that Plaintiff denied injury at the
scene of the accident and refused medical treatment at the time. Defendant will present a video
deposition of Dr. Litton that Plaintiff is not restricted or disabled from the accident and needs no
treatment.
Plaintiffs medical expenses have been paid by anther source and there is no claim for wage
loss. This is just a case for pain and suffering.
III. ISSUES OF LIABILITY AND DAMAGES:
(a) Defendant admits to negligence; and
(b) the fair damages for Plaintiff s alleged pain and suffering.
IV. ISSUES OF EVIDENCE
None anticipated.
V. WITNESSES:
(a) Defendant; and
(b) Dr. Litton by video deposition.
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Medical records referred to by Dr. Litton.
VII. NEGOTIATIONS
Defendant has offered $7,500 to settle the case.
Respectfully Submitted,
MARTSON DEARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
By
Daniel K. Deardorff,
LD. # 17837
Ten East High Street
Carlisle, P A 17013
(717) 243-3341
Attomey for Defendant
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that a copy of the foregoing Pre-Trial Memorandum was served this date by depositing same in the
Post Office at Carlisle, P A, first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
Michael J. O'Connor, Esquire
KILLIAN & GEPHART, LLP
218 Pine Street
P.O. Box 886
Harrisburg, P A 17108
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55 Greenridge Road
Mechanicsburg, P A 17055
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYL VANIA
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: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
SUSAN J. HALE
422 Brookview Court
Mechanicsburg, P A 17055
Defendant
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE TO DEFEND
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.
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2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, P A 17013
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55 Greenridge Road
Mechanicsburg, P A 17055
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
: NO. 01- 8'7(,:1.. ell"'/ I'e.",'",
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
SUSAN J. HALE
422 Brookview Court
Mechanicsburg, P A 17055
Defendant
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
COMPLAINT
AND NOW, comes the Plaintiff, MAUREEN A. MUMMA, by and through her
attorneys, Killian & Gephart, LLP, and does hereby file this Complaint against Defendant,
Susan J. Hale, and in support avers as follows:
I. Plaintiff, Maureen A. Mumma, is an adult individual currently residing at 55
Greenridge Road, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17050.
2. Defendant, Susan J. Hale, is an adult individual currently residing at 422
Brookview Court, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17055.
3. On July 26, 1999, at approximately 2:00 p.m., Plaintiff was the operator of a
1994 Honda Accord, Pennsylvania Registration P AC719, and had exited Route IS South, to
Shiremanstown, by using Ramp E.
4. Plaintiff stopped at the stop sign located at the end of Ramp E.
5. Plaintiff then proceeded to merge onto Simpson Ferry Road when she was rear-
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7. Defendant failed to stop at the stop sign located at the end of Ramp E thereby
causing the collision to the rear of Plaintiffs vehicle.
8. At the time of the aforementioned accident, Defendant was operating a 1995
Dodge Neon, Pennsylvania Registration BDJ7765.
9. The aforementioned accident was caused by the carelessness, negligence and/or
recklessness of the Defendant and was in no way caused by the Plaintiff who was acting in
a prudent and lawful manner at all times.
COUNT I
MAUREEN A. MUMMA v. SUSAN J. HALE
NEGLIENCE
10. Plaintiff hereby incorporates paragraphs 1 through 9 as though fully set forth
herein.
11. The aforementioned accident and consequent injuries sustained by Plaintiff
were caused by the carelessness, negligence and recklessness of Defendant including the
following:
a. Following Plaintiffs vehicle too closely in violation of75 Pa. C.S.A.
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the assured clear distance rule stated in 75 Pa. C.SA ~ 3361.
c. Failing to stop at a clearly identified stop sign in violation of 75 Pa.
C.SA ~ 3323(b).
d. Failure to be attentive to the traffic conditions surrounding Defendant.
e. Failing to take proper precautions in the operation of Defendant's
vehicle so as to keep it under proper and adequate control at all times.
12. As a result of the aforesaid negligence of Defendant, Susan 1. Hale, Plaintiff
sustained personal injuries including, but not limited to, cervical strain, cervicobrachial
syndrome, cervicalgia and recurrent bells palsy.
13. As a result of the aforesaid accident and injuries sustained by Plaintiff as a
result of the negligence of Defendant, Plaintiff has sustained, or will sustain the following
damages all of which are claimed herein.
a. Past and future pain and suffering;
b. Past and future loss oflife's enjoyment;
c. Loss of income; and
d. Reasonable and necessary medical expenses.
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WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Honorable Court enter
judgment in her favor and against Defendant in an amount in excess of $25,000 plus costs
and fees and such other relief as this court deems just and proper.
Respectfully submitted,
Dated: June l~ 2001
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J. Paul, elvy, Esquire
Attorney I. D. #53148
Michael J. O'Counor, Esquire
Attorney I. D. #76127
Killian & Gephart, LLP
218 Pine Street
P. O. Box 886
Harrisburg, PA 17108
(717) 232-1851
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I hereby verify that the statements of fact made inthe foregoing document are true and
correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I understand that any false
statements therein are subject to the penalties contained in 18 Pa.C.S.A. 94904, relating to
unsworn falsification to authorities.
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7550.69
MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
NO. 01-3762
CNIL ACTION-LAW
SUSAN J. HALE,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
DEFENDANT'S ANSWER WITH NEW MATTER
TO: MAUREEN A. MUMMA, Plaintiff and her attorneys, J. PAUL HELVY, ESQUIRE and
MICHAEL J. O'CONNOR, ESQUIRE
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED TO FILE A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE
ENCLOSED NEW MATTER WITHIN TWENTY (20) DAYS FROM SERVICE HEREOF OR A
JUDGMENT MY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOu.
1-2. Admitted.
3-13. Denied. Generally pursuant to Rule 1029 (e) of the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil
Procedure.
WHEREFORE, Defendant demands judgment in her favor against the Plaintiff.
NEW MATTER
14. By her actions, Plaintiff was comparatively negligent and assumed the risk of injury.
15. Plaintiff is not entitled to plead, prove or recover damages covered by the
Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Responsibility Act.
WHEREFORE, Defendant demands judgement in her favor against the Plaintiff.
MARTS ON DEARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
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Ten East High Street
Carlisle, P A 17013
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DANIEL K. DEARDORFF, ESQillRE, of the firm of MARTSON DEARDORFF
WILLIAMS & OTTO, attorneys for Susan J. Hale in the within action, certifies that the statements
made in the foregoing Answer with New Matter are true and correct to the best of his knowledge,
information and belief. He understands that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties
of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904 relating to unswom falsification to authorities.
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I, Ami J. Thumma, an authorized agent of Martson Deardorff Williams & Otto, hereby
certifY that a copy of the foregoing Answer with New Matter was served this date by depositing
same in the Post Office at Carlisle, P A, first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
Michael J. O'Connor, Esquire
KILLIAN & GEPHART, LLP
218 Pine Street
P.O. Box 886
Harrisburg, P A 171 08
MARTS ON DEARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
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7550.69
MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
NO. 01-3762
CIVIL ACTION-LAW
SUSAN 1. HALE,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please replace the Verification of Daniel K. Deardorffwith the attached Verification of Susan
J. Hale on the Answer and New Matter of Defendant, Susan 1. Hale.
MARTS ON DEARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
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Daniel K. Deardorff, Esquire
LD. # 17837
Ten East High Street
Carlisle, P A 17013
(717) 243-3341
Attorney for Defendant
Dated: July 19,2001
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VERIFICATION
The foregoing Answer is based upon information which has been gathered by my counsel
in the preparation of the lawsuit. The language ofthe document is that of counsel and not my own.
I have read the document and to the extent that it is based upon information which I have given to
my counsel, it is true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. To the extent
that the content of the document is that of counsel, I have relied upon counsel in making this
verification.
This statement and verification are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities, which provides that if I make knowingly false
averments, I may be subject to criminal penalties.
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certify that a copy of the foregoing Praecipe was served this date by depositing same in the Post
Office at Carlisle, P A, first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
Michael J. O'Connor, Esquire
KILLIAN & GEPHART, LLP
218 Pine Street
P.O. Box 886
Harrisburg, PAl 71 08
MARTS ON DEARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
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Ten East High Street
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 2001-03761 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE COMPANY
VS
BROOKS DIANE L
ROBERT FINK
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT - MORT FORE
was served upon
BROOKS DIANE L
the
DEFENDANT
, at 1930:00 HOURS, on the 10th day of July
, 2001
at 209 FIRST STREET
SUMMERDALE, PA 17093
by handing to
JAMIE ALDINGER, DAUGHTER
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT - MORT FORE
together with
and at the same time directing Her attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing
Service
Affidavit
Surcharge
So Answers:
18.00
10.40
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CASE NO: 2001-03762 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
MUMMA MAUREEN A
VS
HALE SUSAN J
GERALD WORTHINGTON
, Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE
was served upon
HALE SUSAN J
the
DEFENDANT
at 1801:00 HOURS, on the 29th day of June
2001
at 422 BROOKVIEW CT
MECHANICSBURG, PA 17055
by handing to
KENNETH GUMMO, BOYFRIEND WHO
LIVES WITH HER
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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6.82
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07/02/2001
KILLIAN & GEPHART
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Please list the following case:
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CAPTION OF CASE
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MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Assumpsit
Trespass
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Trespass (Motor Vehicle)
(other)
(Plaintiff)
vs.
SUSAN J. HALE,
The trral list will be called on April 1, 2003
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Trials commence on
April 28, 2003
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Pretnals will be held on April 9, 2003
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pursuant to focal Rule 214-1.1
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Indicate the attorney wno w.lltry case for the carty who files this praecIpe:
Daniel K. Deardorff, Esquire, Ten East High Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
InOlcate tnai counsel tor otner parties It known:
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Michael J. O'Connor, Esquire, 218 Pine Street, P.O. Box 886, Harr~rg, PA 17108-0886
This case IS reaov for trial.
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7550.69
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MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
v.
NO. 01-3762
CIVIL ACTION-LAW
SUSAN J. HALE,
Defendant
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE TO REMOVE CASE FROM TRIAL LIST
TO: THE PROTHONOTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY:
I hereby withdraw my Praecipe listing the above case for the upcoming Civil Trial Term
commencing April 28, 2003.
MARTS ON DEARD RFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
By \Q &
Daniel K. Deardorff, Esquire
LD. # 17837
Ten East High Street
Carlisle, P A 17013
(717) 243-3341
Dated: March 25, 2003
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I, Ami J. Thumma, an authorized agent of Marts on Deardorff Williams & Otto, hereby
certifY that a copy of the foregoing Answer with New Matter was served this date by depositing
same in the Post Office at Carlisle, P A, first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
Michael J. O'Connor, Esquire
KILLIAN & GEPHART, LLP
218 Pine Street
P.O. Box 886
Harrisburg, P A 171 08
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Ten East High Street
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CIVIL ACTION - LAW
MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
Plaintiff
SUSAN J. HALE,
Defendant
01-3762 CIVIL TERM
Before: Edgar B. Bayley
Date: July 7, 8, and 9, 2003
Attorneys: Daniel K. Deardorff and Michael J. O'Connor
LIST OF EXHIBITS
FOR THE PLAINTIFF
1. Massage therapy records
2. Claimant's report of accident
3. Videotape of Dr. Janton
4. Transcript of Dr. Janton
5. Massage therapy records
FOR THE DEFENDANT
1. Transcript of Dr. Litton
2. Videotape of Dr. Litton
Exhibits given to Court Administrator's Office
to be put in vault*
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SUSAN J. HALE,
DEFENDANT
01-3762 CIVIL TERM
VERDICT
QUESTION 1:
Do you find that defendant was negligent?
YES X
NO
Defendant admits negligence so you should answer this question "Yes."
QUESTION 2:
Was defendant's negligence a substantial factor in bringing about plaintiff's
harm?
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recover and you should not answer any further questions and should return to the
courtroom.
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If you answer Question 2 "Yes," state the total amount of damages that you find
plaintiff sustained as a result of defendant's causal negligence.
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3D 85 McMeans, David W 1907175435
Monday, July 07, 2003
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MAUREEN A. MUMMA
Plaintiff
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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: NO. 01-3762
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
SUSAN J. HALE
Defendant
: JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE TO SETTLE, DISCONTINUE AND END
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly mark the above-captioned action settled, discontinued and ended.
Respectfully submitted,
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Michaer], O'Connor, Esquire
Killian & Gephart
218 Pine Street
P. O. Box 886
Harrisburg, PA 17108
(717) 232-1851
Attorney 1. D. #76127
Dated: July 29,2003
Attorneys for Plaintiff
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PRAECIPE FOR LISTING CASE FOR TRIAL
(Must be typewrillen and submitted in duplicatel
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Please list the following case:
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for JURY trial at the next term 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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Assumpsit
Trespass
( X) Trespass (Motor Vehicle)
MAUREEN A. MUMMA,
(other)
(Plaintiff)
vs.
The trial list will be called on June 10, 2003
and
Trials commence on July 7, 2003
SUSAN J. llALE,
(Defendant)
Pretnals will be heid on June 18, 2003
(Briefs are due 5 days before premals.)
vs.
(The party listing this case for trial shall provide
forthwith a copy of the praecipe to all counsel.
pursuant to local Rule 214.1.)
No.01-3762
Civil
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Indicate the attornev who will try case for the party who files this praecipe: Daniel K. Deardorff, Esq.
MARTSON DEARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO, Ten East High Street. Carl~PA 17013-__
Indicate trial counsel for other parties If known: Michael J. 0' Q.Qnnoh.,J?ll.<l..________
KILLIAN & GEPHART, LLP., 218 Pine Street, P.O. Box 886. Harrisbp~EA--1]~___
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This case IS ready for trial.
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Print Name: Daniel K. Deardorff. Esquire
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