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HomeMy WebLinkAbout99-03571F 'it rS 1 l i f } ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99- 3,5'71 ' CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY 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 a court your defenses or abjections 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 iotice for any money claimed in the Complaint or for any other ;laim or relief requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money )r property or other rights important to you. YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE ICE 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 LAW OFFICES SNEL6AKER, BRENNEMAN a SPARE SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: ?`?-- Attorneys for Plaintiff II ? ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99- 23 y/ Y, /': CIVIL ACTION -CIVIL ACTION EQUITY COMPLAINT Elizabeth J. Tindall, formerly Elizabeth J. Dickson, by her attorneys, Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C. submits this complaint against Defendants David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, his wife, and in support thereof states the following: BACKGROUND. 1. Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall, formerly known as Elizabeth J. Dickson, is an adult individual residing at 7 Falls Glen Court, Parkton, Maryland. 2. Defendants David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, his wife, are adult individuals residing at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. 3. Plaintiff and Defendant David C. Dickson, III were married on June 22, 1985. 4. Plaintiff and Defendant David C. Dickson, III were LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE divorced pursuant to a Judgment of Absolute Divorce ordered on June 8, 1994 in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County, Maryland. 5. Plaintiff and Defendant David C. Dickson, III entered u into a voluntary Separation and Property settlement Agreement (the "Agreement") dated June 8, 1994, a true and correct copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein as "Exhibit All. 6. Pursuant to the terms of Paragraph 11 of the Agreement, Defendant David C. Dickson, III agreed to pay and was therefore obligated to pay Plaintiff alimony in the amount of $1,900.00 each month commencing July 1, 1994 for as long as Defendant David C. Dickson, III shall live, but under no circumstances for more than twenty-nine years and eight months. 7. Pursuant to the terms of Paragraph 13A of the Agreement, Defendant David C. Dickson, III agreed to execute a confessed judgment promissory note (the "Note") in the principal amount of $300,000.00 with interest at a rate of six percent (6%) payable in 120 equal monthly installments of $3,330.62, with the first payment due on or before August 1, 1994. 8. On or about October 11, 1994, Defendant David C. Dickson, III executed the Note made reference to in Paragraph 7, above, for benefit of the Plaintiff. A copy of said Note is attahced hereto and incorporated by reference herein as "Exhibit B". 9. Pursuant to the terms of Paragraph 13B of the Agreement, Defendant David C. Dickson, III agreed to pay and was therefore obligated to pay to Plaintiff $4,000.00 each month LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER, beginning July 1, 1994 through June 30, 1997. BRENNEMAN & SPARE 11 -2- 10. On or about August 4, 1994, Defendant David C. Dickson, III, then a single man, became the sole owner of a certain tract or parcel of ground consisting of 5.019 acres located in Upper Allen Township, Cumberland county, Pennsylvania, which tract or parcel is now commonly known as 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania and more fully described in a Deed dated August 3, 1994 and recorded August 15, 1994 in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds for Cumberland County, Pennsylvania in Deed Book 110, Page 236 (hereinafter the "Premises"). 11. On or about December 16, 1997, Plaintiff initiated a legal action against Defendant David C. Dickson, III in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County, Maryland docketed to No. 03- C-97-11939 (the "Civil Action") by Complaint, initially seeking, inter alia, compensatory damages of Defendant David C. Dickson, III in an amount in excess of $122,000.00. 12. At the time of Plaintiff's initiation of the Civil Action made reference to in Paragraph 11, above, Defendant David C. Dickson, III was in arrears in payment of alimony to Plaintiff pursuant to the Agreement. 13. At the time of the Plaintiff's initiation of the Civil Action made reference to in Paragraph 11, above, Defendant David C. Dickson, III was in arrears in payment of amounts due Plaintiff under the Note. LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. 14. At the time of Plaintiff's initiation of the Civil BRENNEMAN & SPARE Action made reference to in Paragraph 11, above, Defendant David -3- C. Dickson, III was in arrears in payment of the $4,000.00 monthly payment made reference to in Paragraph 9, above. 15. At the time of Plaintiff's initiation of the Civil Action made reference to in Paragraph 11, above, Defendant David C. Dickson, III was in violation of the Agreement and was indebted to Plaintiff in an amount in excess of $120,000.00. 16. On May 15, 1998, judgment was entered in favor of Plaintiff and against Defendant David C. Dickson, III in an amount in excess of $37,000.00 in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County, Maryland, pursuant to a Complaint For Confessed Judgment docketed to No. 03-C-98-04917 (the "Judgment"). 17. Subsequent to the initiation of the Civil Action and entry of the Judgment, by Deed dated and recorded May 18, 1998 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Cumberland County, Pennsylvania in Deed Book 177, Page 480, Defendant David C. Dickson, III transferred and conveyed the Premises to Defendant David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, his wife, as tenants by the entireties, for a stated consideration of $1.00. 18. On April 6, 1999 a judgment was entered in the Civil Action against Defendant David C. Dickson, III in the amount of $277,772.08 in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County, Maryland. 19. On May 21, 1999, the judgment in the Civil Action as made reference to in Paragraph 18, above, was transferred and AW OFFICES SNELSAKER. entered in this Court docketed to civil action number 99-3091. BRENNEMAN & SPARE -4- 1 II 1 1 COUNT I. 20. The averments of Paragraphs 1 through 19, inclusive of this complaint, are incorporated by reference in this Paragraph in their entirety. 21. Prior to the transfer and conveyance made reference to in Paragraph 17, above, Defendant David C. Dickson, III was the sole owner of the Premises. 22. Prior to the transfer and conveyance as made reference to in Paragraph 17, above, Defendant David C. Dickson, III was not paying his debts when they became due. 23. The transfer and conveyance of the Premises by Defendant David C. Dickson, III to Defendant David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson was made for inadequate or nominal consideration, without fair consideration and/or without reasonably equivalent value in exchange for the transfer. 24. The transfer and conveyance of the Premises as made reference to in Paragraph 17, above, was made at the time when Defendant David C. Dickson, III knew, believed and/or reasonably should have believed that he would continue to incur debts beyond his purported ability to pay. 25. The transfer and conveyance made reference to in Paragraph 17, above, was made when Defendant David C. Dickson, III was insolvent or as a result of such transfer and LAW OFFICES II conveyance, Defendant David C. Dickson, III became insolvent. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE -5- WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests this Court to order: A. Avoidance of the transfer of the Premises at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania from Defendant David C. Dickson, III to Defendants David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson; B. Attachment of the Premises at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania that has been fraudulently transferred; C. An injunction against further disposition, including, but not limited to, the transfer and encumbrance of the Premises at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania; D. Defendant David C. Dickson, III individually or Defendants David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, jointly and severally, to pay Plaintiff's counsel fees and costs of this action; and E. Such other and further relief as the circumstances require. COUNT II. 26. The averments of Paragraphs 1 through 25, inclusive of this Complaint, are incorporated by reference in this Paragraph in their entirety. 27. The transfer and conveyance of the Premises made reference to in Paragraph 17, above, was made with specific knowledge by Defendant David C. Dickson, III of his continuing monetary obligation to Plaintiff as set forth in the Agreement and the Judgment that had been entered against him. 28. The transfer and conveyance of the Premises as made LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE arrears of his payment obligations to Plaintiff as set forth reference to in Paragraph 17, above, was made with the specific knowledge of Defendant David C. Dickson, III that he was in -6- under the Agreement. 29. The transfer and conveyance of the Premises as made reference to in Paragraph 17, above, was made with the specific knowledge of Defendant David C. Dickson, III that legal action had been initiated against him to collect upon the arrearages or debt owed by him to Plaintiff. 30. The transfer and conveyance of the Premises as made reference to in Paragraph 17, above, was made with the actual intent to hinder., delay and/or defraud Plaintiff. 31. The transfer and conveyance of the Premises as made LAW OFFICES SNELOAXER. BRENNEMAN a SPARE reference to in Paragraph 17, above, was made by Defendant David C. Dickson, III for purposes of insulating the Premises from the claim, attachment and/or lien arising from the debt owed by Defendant David C. Dickson, III to Plaintiff. WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests this Court to order: A. Avoidance of the transfer of the Premises at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania from Defendant David C. Dickson, III to Defendants David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson; B. Attachment of the Premises at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania that has been fraudulently transferred; C. An injunction against further disposition, including, but not limited to, the transfer and encumbrance of the Premises at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania; D. Defendant David C. Dickson, III individually or Defendants David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, jointly and severally, to pay Plaintiff's counsel fees and costs of this action; and -7- E. Such other and further relief as the circumstances require. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: 14A?? Keith O. Brenneman, Esqu re 44 West Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Date: June 11, 1999 Elizabeth J. Tindall LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE -8- VERIFICATION I verify that the statements made in the foregoing Complaint are true and correct. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. 54904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities. izab h J. Tinda , -formerly ' known s Elizabeth J. Dickson Date: OU41W (li l f?9 LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN a SPARE VOLUNTARY SEPARATION AND PROPERTY SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT H it mglg ?.GR EEM=:NT is made this 84 day of June, 1994, by and between 2:1:zabeth J. Dickson, (hereinafter referred to as "Wife"), and David C. Dickson, III, (hereinafter referred to as ":husband" ) . Explanation The parties hereto were married by a religious ceremonyt on June 22, 2.985 `_. San Jose, Ca'_==o_n'_a. No ch'_ldra were born as a C_ _n-- S.a___ace. d_ffereaces have arisen becweer. the parties and t-ev now desire to enter into this Agreement -ursuan_ to th_ provisions of Sections 8-101 through 8-103, Subtitle i, ?vlly LAW, of the Annotated Code of Marv* and, re^Oanizing the stain°_ or semarat_on bet'deen them and a ?1St.1y- all m2_`.e_s to _e=pec__Je personal and ProPe__v __,hts, duties and ob___-t_cns as hereinafter set forth. NOW, T::ER7-FORE, in consideration of the promises and the mutua_ covenants of each of the parties, they do hereby mutually agree with each other and for their respective heirs, personal representatives and assigns as follows: r ' 1. The parties mutually and vo'_unz a_i_v separated on Apr__ 002 wit.. the intent and purpose of end'inc the mar_:ace and EXHIBIT. 40 t .. . 1 -'_- EXHIBIT A min UGrp YCS they do hereby acknowledge an intent to live separate and apart without cohab'itat'ion and in separate abodes. Neither part_r shall compel nor attempt to compel "he other to live with him or her, Ir. is - and -f either party shall in any manner or form whatsoever molest or trouble the other, nor compel, nor attempt to compel the other to cohabit with him or her, and each shall be free of interference, authority and control, direct or indirect, by the other, as fully as if he or she were sole and unmarried, to the extent permitted by law. 2. c Us _-nd A°_rebV ex^ressly acr°_es to waive any dyes hereby waive and rel_nau-;s all claims to alimony, both pendehte life and penman_nt, whether past, present or future, an maintenance and support of any nature or kind whatsoever to whit.- either may now or hereafter be entitled. The provisions of th'is' paragraph shall not be subject to ar.y tour: modification. 3. Th Wife sh a'_ 1 retain as her scle and separate .roper=., a'_l of the =ern_t_re, furnishings and household a--oliances --.I her possession at the time of the sicning of this Acreement, free from any claim of the Husband, with the exception of those items listed on Hxhi'n_t 1 attached hereto. Those items are in the marital home, in Wife's possession, and Husband may remove them from the marital home, by appointment, within 50 days of the signing of this Agreement,.. ?r=or to the execution of this Agreement, the parties have .divided their bank accounts and each shall be entitled to retain -'- as his/her sole and separate property, free from any claim of the other; all savings accounts, checking accounts, ZRAs, pension and profit sharing accounts, or p?l^dhS and certificates of daDOSit in his/her poa,eassion 4. Husband and Wife were': jointly liable to The Sank of Maryland for a loan used for the purchase of a Mooney airplane. Husband has refinanced that loan removing Wife's name tie:e_-. Husband and Wife were also jointly responsible for a loan with an, a=proximate balance of $90,000.00 for the puchase o° tnei Ch_rotzact__ =14n c located '°imoc_Sm, M°rv'-a::... Hus*zane has rafinanced that loan and removed Wife's dame rrOm Same. Husband and Wife are also jointly responsible for a mortgage on th-e- marital home located at 7 Falls Glen Court, ?arkton, Maryland. Husband shal _ remain -on that mortgage. 3usband agrees that should and to an-., of his business i^.tereSts for there b be any deb= in regard OACC e ' _an_a, suc.^. l:aD11-GV S'-a_- be the sole reszons_bilzzv of Husband and he shall end°--mnl_v an-- hold inc'_?ding Wife bareness from same. Routine cr_ed_.. c-==-.A- debt, but not limited to the following, shall be paid by Wife: Speigel - in the aooroximate amount of $37.00, Montgomery Ward - in the approximate amount of $535.00, Lerner's - in the agorcxir..aze amount of $195.00, ?asion Bug - in the approximate amount o- $205-00, Gantos - in the approximate amount of $530.00, Hecht's - ... in the approximate. amount of $75.00•, J. C. ?enney - in the apg,:oximate amount of $95.00, V_SA - in -he aporoxi.uate amount o-- $1,420.00, Citibank - in the approximate amount of 5'_,330.00, -3- i MasterCard - in the approximate amount Of $2,350.00. Any credit card charges incurred by Husband during the past two (2) ye _ as shall be paid ty Husband. Otherwise, each ?arty shall be =es?onsib le for his or her individual debts incurred. Neither party w-411 contract in his or her own name or in the name of the other any debt or debts, charges, or liabilities for whicli the other or the other's estate shall be or may become liable, and each hereby discharges the other from any debts whatsoever which have been or may be contracted for their _ .. .. i•r_dua' _ use aac benefit, and each -tither covenants and t agrees :,erea=ter to keen the ..their, his her heirs, Personal, - rS, ?- nOnc_ ____eSentat Vies c'- assigns, lndemnlfle d from any llab_lit'e t d -. S con - race or incurred by them ind_vidu l v and from all actions, proce_ediny^s, claims, demands, - acts and a xp?nses whatsoever in r°spe_ct thereto. i Not -9 herein shall be deemed a waiver Of any ?ast or =-t-r_ conduct o' either of the -+e -- mar-- s =..d nothing ..-:,e- n conta.ned Shall be deemed to Prevent e_i_her of the ?a___e5 =31-11 maintaining a suit for partial or absolute- divorce against the other in any COL'rt Of Competent jurisdiction. consistent with the rules o_ oract_ce OL the COl:rt granting a Judgmen.. t of Absolute DSVOrCe, the _ertinent provisions of this Agreement shall- be incorporated and' made a part of the juQgme^t, but not- withstanding such incorporation, this Agreement shall not be merged in suc judgment but shall in all respects survive the :;same and be forever binding and conclusive -,pon the Parties. -d- ?. Husband shall be responsible for his own counsel fees and in addition, shall be responsible for all court costs incurred based Lemon yo-4aultlgrounds, including master's fees. Husbind has agreed to purchase from Wolpoff and Company the appraisal of his business interests which was performed by them, for the sum of $24,075.00, and thereby will acquire a proprietary interest in that appraisal and will have the services available to him, if he desires, of Harvey D. Gold and of his appraisal, -Or _Lture use. Husband will pay to the W'fe the difference-* between the amount paid to Wolp off and $55,000.00 as partia'_• reimbursement for ?7ife - S prC_eSS_Cnal S2ry4C-S, Sa_•C sum bee _..g due at the time testimony is taken. 7. The Husband agrees to convey unto the Wife, for consideration acknowlecged herein, as pa=t of the adjustment between the martins c: their marita 1 ?rope==y -i,hts, by good and airdeSA, --- ^_S --'h_ _ °- -e-e an? estate a-:,4 .11 , to the rop•erty kncwn as 7 ?al-'s Glen Court, ?arktor., Maryland which they presently own as tenants by the entireties. The Wife agrees to be responsible for the preparation of any and all instruments necessary to accomplish this conveyance, and to be responsible for the cost of same. 1rhe Wife agrees to assume and be responsible for the payment of the ex'_siting mortgage debt with ?NC Mortgage Corporation of America and toyindemnify and hold the Husband harmless from any responsibility whatsoever with _ regard thereto. The balance, is any, in the expense or escrow account now being maintained for the =avment of the t=axes and -5- other expenses on the property known as 7 Falls Glen Court shall be considered the property of Wife -or the purposes of this Agreement. Henceforth,, Wife agrees to be responsible for a11_ real w estate taxes and insurances on said real property. In so long as the Husband's name remains on the mortgage, Wife shall satisfactorily prove to Husband, at his request, that said property is adequately ir_sured for the purpose of protecting Husband's obligations uncle: the above mentioned mortgage on the property known as 7 Falls Glen Court. Wife agrees to maintai l! c_re and casualty insurance on the property nanirg Husband asp 1css "ayee on the insurarc°, as as Husband's naiae is on the mortgage. It is understood and a.-reed, however, that under no circumstances shall Husband be entitled to any of the proceeecs of the payment of any such policy, but that Husband's only right and interest s:a_1 be to make certain that his liability for the pavment o' the mortgage is recoc--:ed and protected in the event or a^.v -n strance payments. a• Each party is and shall remain the owner of a-, 1 stocks, bonds, securities of any kind, specifically including, but not limited to, the stocks the Husband owns in h:s various business enterprises, bank accounts and pension inter=ests as are presently in his or her na .e alone, =ree and clear Cf anv claim of t.^.e other. 9. Wife is currently covered by a h_alch insurance :)o!-cv provided by Husband's employer. H %sband agrees that he_ shale -6- maintain Wife on that policy for a period of one year beginhing July 1, 1994, Husband agrees, in all events, to may the cost of Wife's health insurance for ,? single person policy up through June 4 30, 1995, and thereafter, Husband agrees to cooperate in maintaining that policy through COBRA benefits or otherwise, however; Wife shall maintain that policy, if she so elects, at her own expense. .f legislation is gassed and takes effect by the Federal Government at any time within three years of July 1, 1994, that would require an employer to pay part of, or all of.. the cost of a basic health insurance policy for an emplovee, then' that purpose, and f.-= that Purpose only, Wife shall be _Cr cons- dered to be included in that statutory requirement and Husba.n d shall pav to, or for the benefit of the Wi!e the minimum" recui red amount to the insurance carrier as required by law, for that three (3) year period. _0. The '_985 .Mw and the 1990 ?orscne Carrara 4 spa-_ remai.-, the sole and separate Property of the Husband. HuSZand shall. be responsible for the aavment o-- any.outstanding balance obligations on said vehicles and he shall indemnifv and ho'ld Wife harmless from any responsibility in regard thereto. The 1990 Honda Prelude, presently title3 _n ]o-4n= names shall be transferred to Wife. Husband agrees to execute whatever documents are necessary, including.. a gift certificate, to r accomplish same:- Wife shall be reponsible for the cost of this _ransfar. Wife shall be responsible for paying any balance on .said ' w_hicle and she shall indemnify and hold Husband :narmless -i- rrom any =espons_ y whatsoe'_: in regard thereto. r. Each party agrees to obtain their own vehicle insurance and to accomplish same, satisfactgrily, no later than July 1, 1994. I 11. The Husband shall pay to the Wife as alimony, for so long as he lives, but under no circumstance for more than 29 years and 8 months, commencing July 1, 1994, the sum of 511900.00 per month. This alimony shall survive the Husband's death, subject to the provisions in Paragraph 12, and the Wife's remarriage, but shall cease upon Wife's death. These payments and :..tended by _-e parties, under al_ ci_c=stances, to be deductible by Husband and to be income to the Wife. These payments shall not be subject to modification, except under circumstances otherwise stated herein, namely, that the amount of alimony ($1,900,0.0), was established in cons _derdtion of the pavme.^.ts of principa_ and interest due under a mor`=ace or deed of :rust =ranted aga`-st the real pr perry Known as i :alts Ca_e^ Co'.._t, ?azkton, Marviand. The terms Of said --nortzaaa or deed trust provide a level payment for the -__st five (5) years of the mortgage and there are four (4) years and eight (8) months ren;a_ning thereto. Thereafter, the mortgage is subject. to an adj L'stable rate of interest not to exceed two percent (24) per year, with a cap of twelve percent E124). The parties agree that at the end of the :our (4) years eight (8) month's beginning July 1, 1994, should.the amoir of the mortgage payment of principal and interest exceed $1,900.00, each of the narties will be responsible for one-half of the increase in excess of $1,900.00 -8- and the Husband's one-half of that increase shall be the only circumstance under which alimony may be modified and his increase will be paid through_ addi•tiok4al alimony. The parties further agree' that should such an increase occur, they may, at the mutual agreement of both parties, refinance the loan. Should the parties agree to refinance, each of the parties will pay one.,half c: the costs of said refinancing including, but not limited to, origination fees,'and legal or .._t'-e costs. The parties further agree that the Wife has the right, a.>. any time, at her sole option, to sell the property known as :alts Glen Court, ?ar:{=0':, ?'lar. -ard and receive a_- „_ _ e ne =roceeds of the sale, after payment of costs of the sale and any mortgage attendant to the grope-`y, including, but not limited- to, the. current mortgage. if Wife elects to the sell ^.e property at any time.within the next twenty-nine (29) years and 'eight (8) months, and at t*,-- time o- that sale --he _mcunz a--mono laymen^s has increased above ,900.00 because of cn increase the -..terest payments the., in _n-at circumstance, alimonv payments shall be reduced to the original $1,900.00 per month for the balance of the twerty-nine (29) years and eight (8) months. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to prevent ,;Wife from refinancing the Mortgage Falls Glen Court at any time, at her ,;the alimony shall be fixed at $1,90 i;twert_y-nine (29) years and eight (8) 12. Husband shall acquire, on the s,gle ex 0.00 for months. at his property known as 7 Dense, in which event the ramainder of the sole expense, l-_e -9- insurance policies issued by a life insurance combanv satisfactory to i1'-'e, to p:ovida insurance coverage to guarantee payment to Wife or the „sum•of 11,900.00 per month alimony for the N rema:',ing period in which such payments are due at the time of the Husband's death, as well as the balance due from time to time . on the confessed judgment promissory note in the amount of '- $300,000.00 provided for in Paragraph 13A hereina=ter, should Husband die before payment of the entire balance due on this promissory note. For this purpose, the $1,900.00 per month should be discounted by six percent (63) in determ-'ning present ..°J +ae of ob^ation '^e event of Husband' 3i > ' ?- S d ... s_.. iN NO ZF4RL'I 7'r4c I1VSU,2;&tC= PAYAIR.6 Ai- HUScAIJb'S Dcn-19 ,3c C,=SS 7;q? W+-C-- agrees to approve any "A Rated" _asurance company, good standing, as rated,bv A.M. Best Company, and as mutually agreed C upon by the parties. It is expressiv understood that the payment R due to the Wife under the several provisions of this Agreement jZ V shall all Cease uDOn Husbands death _nasmuch as the insurance prcvlded here-n shall_ _av n_s V -n =111 t0 Wloer Cv_deG hcweve_, `-..a_ =_ _here Zs not adequate insurance coverage to mars Wife whole, then and only then, may W_--e claim aca_nst Husband's estate for any amount due her. 13. Husband is the owner of stock in various coricrat_ons and is a partner in certain partnerships. Wife hereby waives all ,her right title and interest in all of the Husband's business interests and, should it be necessary in the future for per to execute instruments or documents necessary to e._ectuate t.._s purpose, she agrees -o 'do so -10- in consideration therefore, r .t;, Husband agrees as follows: A. The ?artier agree that, as partial settlement o= Wife's claim to a share in the maritalk property, Husband shall execute a con!tssed judgment promissory note in the principal amount of $300,000.00 with interest at the rate of six percent (68), payable in monthly installments of $3,330.62, with the first installment due on or before August 1, 1994 and subsequent installments due on the first day of each and every month thereafter until 120 consecutive monthly installments have been paid. (Attached hereto as °_xhibit 2 is an ammertiaationy scheduler for this note) Husband shall have the right to prepay the balance due on said note at any time. If Husband prepays tae amount due on the note, he shay- be entitled to a discount on_ the unpaid principal balance ecual to six percent (6%). To provide security to Wife for the payment of this noes, :usband' agrees to provide to Wife a security interest in the shares of the stocf of the Business know,-. as Yalic: C__ n_c Cf 7IL'sband warrants taat he owns all the outstanding shares of stocl- and that such shares are not subject to any existing security interest. Husband shall have the right to substitute collateral ' during the ten (10) years pavment of this note. Substitution shall be with Wife's permission only, which shall not be unreasonably withheld and shall not require additional consideration.:.?,.yt. ' B. As a further consideration of the compromise between the :.Parties regarding Wife's claim to her marital. share of ..usband's ;,business enterprises, Husband agrees. to cause :^.'_s various - il - . Z. business enter?=ises t0 SllbCO. _rdCt wah Wife as a ('on3ultant non-employee) for a period of three (3) years, beginning on July n 1, 2.994 at a fee of $4.,000..00 Inver month to wife, plus the cost of health insurance for Wife for the year commencing July 1, 1994 and ending June 30, 1995. The parties agree that, as an additional consideration for the payment of Wife's marital interest in Husband's businesses, should at any time within: the next five '(5) years Husband sell anv one of those business interests, including stock, Elkton, Yalich Clinic of Woodbridge, Husband shall pav the sales at the time the sale identified as Yalich Clinic of Alexandria, or Yalich Clinic of; from t:^.e net proceeds of each o_` is made, the sun of $30,000.00 per business, to wife as a consultation fee f0= services provided- daring t:^.e course of negotiations of sale. 14. Eac party acknowledges that he or she has been rep=esented ov an atto=nev or his or her cho__°_, ..n.. ea..' -__...._ acknowledges that. this agreement is entered into voIur._a_._y and With full disclosure and is not the result of any duress or undue influence. The marties further acknowledge that each has had the ounortunity for exhaustive discovery and that ea.h party is sat'_sfied that their attorney and other professional advisors have obtained all of the necessary information requisite for them to enter into this Agreement. 15. Sn ru=t er COns_d2=at_on of th°- -O OVis_ons .:jade 4 this Agreement, and, except as otherwise specifically. provided in -12- i nzs Agreement, the parties'. for, themselves and tine -r respeC,tive C1e1rSr ?ersOR21 re_cre_sentatives and assigns, do hereby aatnally release, waive, surrelder -and d? assign unto the other, his . or her heirs`, personal representatives and assigns, all claims, demands, accounts and causes of action which either of them may have against the other or against his or her property whether arising out of the marriage or otherwise including but not limited. to any claim arising under Md. Code, Family Law, Sections 8-2ol through 8-213, any amendments thereto, any claim against the other or acainst his or her ?roper-y, by virtue of anv future; C:7an- 1R t.^.° residence or dOS_C_L° O_ °1LC:°r of the '•J'__.e5, O- any future_ chance in the status of any -zroperty of either of the parties, and anv claim against the other or against his or her- property by virtue of any f-tare change i n any law of this or any other state subseque.,t to the execution cf this Agreemen-' concerning na==tal ri- is or property _=g^ts whether said change results from lecislat_ve enactment _ ;uci"ial pronounce-=-- a ' _hey d0 h_:'9'-.V _l._t:1er :SlC=1a11V celoaSE, waive, Su1're:^. ^.e: and assign to the other, his or her h°_'_ . r5, ?°_rsCnal re?re!senta--bes, and assigns all the right, title, interest and claim which said parties might now have or which thev may her=after have as the husband, wife, widower, widow or next of kin, successor or otherwise, in and to any property, real or personal, that either of said parties may own or may hereafter acquire, or in respect to which either of said parties has or may hereafter have any title, claim or zn_e_es,., dire"... or iRdlreCt, _..c!Uding any rights of dower,'-communtty or marital property, statutory -13- i i thirds, halves, or legal snares' and widow's or widower's rights, or to participate in any way in the enjoyment or distributia;. o any of the real or personal?I estate of which the other may be possissed at the time of his or her death, or any right to receive any legal right or interest whatsoever therein, including the right to administer upon the estate of the one so dying., 15. The parties for themselves and their respective heirs, personal representatives and assigns, do mutually agree to join in or execute any instrument and to do any other act •o- tn_ne that may be necessary or _ roper to carry into effect zr.v part of this Agreement. 16. The parties mutually agree that in entering into t:;is Agreement each has read and acknowledged that he and she fu11w understands the Agreement and intends the Agreement to _fully settle an d de_e_m_ne a i `^_;- `• S-p°ctV2 r _ _ , _ O . _ _ _ and ob'__gatior.s growing out of or incident to their marr_ag Eac:. aci:nowledges that he or she has a right to "be represented by an attorney off his or her choice and each further acknowledges that the Agreement is being entered into voluntarily and is not the result of any duress or undue influence. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have signed, sealed and acknowledged this Agreem' nt in triplicate, each of which shall constitute an original. -1.4- WITNESS: STATE OF MARYLAND, CITY/COUNTY OF TO W=T: I EREBY CERTIFY that on this ..? day o? June, 1994 before me, a Notary Public of the State of Maryland, persona-'1%.e amneared Elizabeth J. Dickson, and she made oath in due form .o:• law that the matters and facts set forth in the z:are;oinc Agreement, either as recitals or as agreements, are true and correct as therein stated; and she 7.._ther acknowl,eCced the. atoreccing agreement to be her act. AS WITNESS my hand and Notar` 1 Seal. IVOTARY PUBLIC My Commission Exp_r°_5: STATE OF MARYLAND, CI ^Y/COLivTY OF W-'- rEREBY CERTIcY ""at: on Ln4 ?av of June, 199' - 6.1 before m°_, a Notary Public of the State o-- Maryland, personally appeared David C. Dickson, III, and he made oath in due form c° law that the matters and facts set forth in the aforecoing Agreement, either as recitals or as agreements, are rue and __°d correct as thereon stated; and he further acknowl t e aforegoing Agreement to be his act. AS WITNESS my hand and Notar'al Seal. XNOTYZY-PUBLIC My Commission Expires: l'v2RU 7 990 l u0C •? - -_5- PROMISSORY NOTE $300,000.00 Baltimore, Maryland ct )"? !1 , 1994 FOR VALUE RECEIVED, David C. Dickson, III, (the "MAKER") promises to pay to the order of Elizabeth J. Dickson (the "HOLDER"), the principal sum of Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000.00), with interest on the unpaid principal balance from the date of this Note, until paid, at the rate of six percent (68) per annum. Principal and interest shall be payable at 7 Glen Falls Court, Parkton, Maryland or at such other place as the HOLDER may designate by notice to the MAKER, in consecutive monthly installments of Three Thousand Three Hundred Thirty Dollars and Sixty Three Cents ($3,330.63), on the first day of each month beginning August 1, 1994. Such consecutive monthly installments shall continue until the entire indebtedness, evidenced by this Note is fully paid, except that any remaining indebtedness if not sooner paid, shall be due and payable in full on July 1, 2004. 1. Optional Prepayment. The MAKER may prepay this Note in whole or in part at any time or from time to time without penalty, premium or additional interest. The amount of any such prepayment shall be applied first against any accrued, unpaid interest hereunder, and thereafter against the unpaid principal amount hereof. 2. Acceleration Upon Failure to Cure Default. If any monthly installment is not made when due hereunder, the HOLDER shall provide written notice of default to the MAKER. If the MAKER shall fail to cure such default within ten (10) working days of receipt of the HOLDER'S written notice, then the HOLDER may, in the HOLDER'S sole and absolute discretion, and without further notice or demand, to the MAKER, declare the entire unpaid balance of principal and accrued interest immediately due and payable. 3. Confession of Judgment. Upon default as provided in Section 2 hereof, the MAKER authorizes any attorney admitted to practice before any court of record in the United States to confess judgment on behalf of the MAKER and against the MAKER in the full amount due on this Note, plus reasonable attorney's fees. 4. Expenses of Collection. Should this Note be referred to an attorney for collection, and judgment confessed as provided in Section 3 hereof, the MAKER shall pay all of the HOLDER'S reasonable costs and expenses resulting from such confession of judgment. 5. Extension of Maturity. MAKER agrees that the maturity of this Note, or any payment due hereunder, may be extended at any time or from time to time by the HOLDER without releasing, discharging, or affecting the liability of the MAKER. Page 1 of 3 EXHIBIT B 6. Waiver. No waiver of any power, privilege, right or remedy (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Rights") hereunder shall be effective unless in writing. No delay on the part of the HOLDER in exercising any Rights hereunder, shall operate as a waiver thereof, and no single or partial exericise of any such Rights (including the acceptance of late payments by the HOLDER) shall preclude other or further exercise thereof, or the exercise of any other Rights. Waiver by the HOLDER of any default by the MAKER shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent defaults, but shall be restricted to the default so waived. 7. Choice of Law. This Note shall be governed, construed and enforced accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland without regard to principles of conflicts of laws. 8. Invalidit of An Part. If any provision or part of any provision o this Note, or t e application thereof to any facts or circumstances, shall for any reason be held invalid, illegal, or unenf orc able in any respect, such invalidity, illegality, or unenf orc eability shall not affect any other provisions or the remaining part of any effective provisions of the Note , or the application of any provisions hereof to other facts or circumstances, and this Note shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision or part. thereof had nevc:: buun contained herein, but only to the eytent of its invalidity, illegality, or inenforceability. 9. Discount. In the event the MAKER prepays this Note in whole or in part, prior to the maturity date, then the unpaid balance of principal paid, plus any accrued interest due as of date of prepayment, shall be discounted by six percent (6$) and the MAKER shall pay the HOLDER the sum equal to the unpaid principal plus accrued interest less six percent (6`f) of the then unpaid principal plus accrued interest. 10. Notice. All notices, requests and demands upon the respective parties hereto shall be deemed to have been given or made when delivered against hand receipt or if transmitted by United States certified mail, postage pre-paid, return receipt requested, and addressed as follows: If to HOLDER: Elizabeth J. Dickson 7 Falls Glen Court Parkton, Maryland 21120 with a copy to: James B. Carson, Esquire The S.lavir_ Building, Second Floor 3700 East Northern Parkway Baltimore, Maryland 21206 Page 2 of 3 Fif to MAKER: David C. Dickson, III Yalich Clinic 30 East Padonia Road Suite 502 Timonium, Maryland 21093 With a Copy to: Thomas E. Webb, Esquire Heaver Plaza, Suite 401 1301 York Road Lutherville, Maryland 21093 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned MAKER hereby executes this Promissory Note as of the date first above written. WITNESS: Page 3 of 3 ?> > c%l LIJ - LA Lli Ll U 01 i u, -) E w N m 44 (.y y , . a + o w N ro E-1 a a a lzCCiii a ? H z ro y Op E G O 3 yp H E 0 W -4 44 1. 44 ma Q 1 E4 H H1 2 U m -4 I "T P2,? ? T ? S N 4J m? H4 W H 4-4 ~z o O ?O U D u q °a uqa W 0.'i d 4O 3 z ag? O U v ?li ;i. ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99- 3S7I CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY PRAECIPE FOR LIS PENDENS TO THE PROTHONOTARY: Please index the above captioned action in equity as a lis pendens against the following real property: ALL THAT CERTAIN parcel or tract of land with improvements thereon as more fully described in the deed dated and recorded May 18, 1998 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, in Deed Book 177, Page 480. LFW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN 6 SPARE which property noted above is purportedly owned by the Defendants in the above captioned action. I hereby certify that this action affects title to or other interest in the above described real property. SNELBAKER, BRENNEEMAN 6, SPARE, P. C. By: r'f 4 14vw 1 Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire Supreme Ct. ID #47077 44 West Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Date: June 11, 1999 Elizabeth J. Tindall u ? v ` e J a r 9 Clb (S u N - . ?_ L1 U ? U 4 SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR CASE NO: 1999-03571 P COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA: COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND TINDALL ELIZABETH J VS. DICKSON DAVID C III ET AL HAROLD WEARY , Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law, says, the within NOTICE AND COMPLAINT IN was served upon DICKSON DAVID C, III the defendant, at 12:40 HOURS, on the 21st day of June 1999 at 2810 MYRTLE DRIVE MECHANICSBURG, PA 17055 ,CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania, by handing to DAVID C. DICKSON, III a true and attested copy of the NOTICE AND COMPLAINT IN together with EQUITY PLTFF'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES, REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS and at the same time directing His attention to the contents thereof. Sheriff's Costs: So answers: Docketing 18.00 Service 8.06 Affidavit .00 Surcharge 8.00 K I omas i e, 5 ri 14 b06/22BAKER, BRENNEMAN, SPARE ep eri Sworn and subscribe o before me this 1.,7-,..4 day o: 19? A. D. ?-Fr6fh no ry i CASE NO: 1999-03571 P SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA: COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND TINDALL ELIZABETH J VS. DICKSON DAVID C III ET AL HAROLD WEARY , Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law, says, the within NOTICE AND COMPLAINT IN was served upon DICKSON DEIRDRE L the defendant, at 12:40 HOURS, on the 21st day of June 1999 at 2810 MYRTLE DRIVE MECHANICSBURG, PA 17055 CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania, by handing to DAVID C. DICKSON (HUSBAND) a true and attested copy of the NOTICE AND COMPLAINT IN together with EQUITY, PLTFF'S FIRST SET OF INTERROGATORIES, REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS and at the same time directing His attention to the contents thereof. Sheriff's Costs: So answers- Docketing 6.00 Service .00 2 Affidavit .00 Surcharge 8.00 $$ R-I omas ine, S eri 006/22/1999' BRENNEMAN & SPARE by ep S .Q/iL?l Sworn and subscribed to before me this dc2, 4 day of 19 41 A. D. ro i II,,, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. NO. 99-3571 DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants: CIVILACTION -EQUITY PRELIMINARY OBJECTIONS Defendants, through their attorneys, hereby raise the following Preliminary Objections to Plaintiff's Complaint: Preliminary Objection in the Nature of a Demurrer for Failure to Allege Lack of Adequate Remedy At Law 1. Rule 1019(a) of Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure requires that the material facts on which a cause of action or defense is based shall be stated in a concise and summary form, Rule 1028(a)(1) of Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure permits Preliminary Objections for lack of jurisdiction over the subject matter of a Complaint, Rule 1028(a)(4) permits Preliminary Objections which question the legal sufficiency ofa pleading, and Rule 1028(a)(2) of Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure permits Preliminary Objections for failure of a pleading to conform to law or rule of court. 2. Plaintiff brought the above action in equity. 3. Plaintiff fails to allege that she lacks adequate remedy at law, which is a prerequisite to invoking the Court's equitable jurisdiction. 4. Plaintiff alleges, in Count I that she seeks to avoid the transfer of certain premises. 5. Pennsylvania's Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act provides a legal remedy to avoid transfers of real property. 6. Plaintiff alleges that she obtained judgment against Defendant David Dickson based upon a promissory note. 7. Pennsylvania law provides a legal remedy for actions based upon a contract. 9. Plaintiff seeks, in Count 11, to avoid the transfer of certain real property and alleges that Defendant David Dickson transferred certain real property with intent to hinder or delay or defraud Plaintiff. 9. Pennsylvania law provides a legal remedy for actions based upon fraud or fraudulent transfer. 10. This Honorable Court does not have equitable jurisdiction of Plaintiffs claims because Plaintiff has an adequate remedy at law as to each of Plaintiffs claims. 11. Plaintiffs Complaint fails to state a claim upon which refief can be granted because Plaintiff has failed to allege all elements necessary to invoke the Court's equitable jurisdiction. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court dismiss Plaintiffs Complaint in its entirety. Preliminary Objection in the Nature of a Demurrer for Failure of a Pleading to Conform to Law or Rule of Court 12. The preceding paragraphs ofDefendants' Preliminary Objections are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. 13. Rule 1019(a) of Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure requires that the material facts on -2- which a cause ofaction or defense is based shall be stated in a concise and summary form, and Rule 1028(a)(4) permits Preliminary Objections challenging the legal sufficiencyofa pleading. 14. Plaintiff has failed to allege any facts giving rise to any cause of action against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court dismiss Plaintiffs Complaint in its entirety as to Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson. Preliminary Objection in the Nature of a Motion to Strike Count I Of Plaintiffs Complaint for Failure of a Pleading to Conform to Law or Rule of Court 15. The preceding paragraphs of Defendants' Preliminary Objections are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. 16. Plaintiffhas failed to allege all elements necessary to invoke the Court's equitable jurisdiction. 17. Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and Cumberland County Local Rules require Plaintiff to include an allegation that the amount Plaintiff seeks exceeds the amount specified by Local Rules as requiring mandatory arbitration of Plaintiff's Claims. 18. Plaintiff has failed to include such allegation in Count 1. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court strike Count 1 of Plaintiff's Complaint. Preliminary Objection in the Nature of a Motion to Strike Count II of Plaintiffs Complaint for Failure of a Pleading to Conform to Law or Rule of Court 19. The preceding paragraphs of Defendants' Preliminary Objections are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. -3- 20. Plaintiffhas failed to allege all elements necessary to invoke the Court's equitable jurisdiction. 21. Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and Cumberland County Local Rules require Plaintiffto include an allegation that the amount Plaintiff seeks exceeds the amount specified by Local Rules as requiring mandatory arbitration of Plaintiffs Claims. 22. Plaintiff has failed to include such allegation in Count 11. 23. Plaintiff has alleged, in 130, of Count II, that Defendant David Dickson's conduct was fraudulent. 24. Rule 1019(b) requires that Plaintiff plead averments of fraud with particularity. 25. Plaintiff has failed to do so. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court strike Count II of Plaintiffs Complaint. Preliminary Objection in the Nature of a Motion to Strike Plaintiffs Demand for Attorney's Fees 26. The preceding paragraphs of Defendants' Preliminary Objections are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. 27. As stated previously, Plaintiffhas failed to allege all elements necessary to invoke this Court's equitable jurisdiction and has adequate remedy at law 28. Plaintiffs Complaint requests, in both Count I and Count II, an award of attorney's fees. 29. Attorney's fees are not available at law, except where specifically provided by statute. 30. Plaintiffs request for attorney's fees is improper, and is not a remedy available to her. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court strike Plaintiffs request for attorney's fees. -4- Preliminary Objection in the Nature of a Motion to Strike Certain Paragraphs of Plaintiffs Complaint 31. The preceding paragraphs of Defendants' Preliminary Objections are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. 32. Plaintiff alleges in 19, that pursuant to the terms of an agreement, David Dickson, III was obligated to pay Plaintiff $4,000 per month beginning July 1, 1994 through June 30, 1997. 33. Plaintiff has failed to allege the fact that the Circuit Court for Baltimore County has ruled that David Dickson did not and does not owe Plaintiff $4,000.00 per month for the stated period. 34. Plaintiff alleges, in 114, that David Dickson is in arrears in payments of $4,000.00 per month owed to Plaintiff, but fails to allege that the Circuit Court for Baltimore County has ruled that David Dickson does not owe Plaintiff said monies. 35. Plaintiff alleges, in 115, that David Dickson was in violation of the agreement requiring payment of $4,000.00 per month and that such arrears totaled more than $120,000.00 but fails to allege that the Circuit Court for Baltimore County has ruled that David Dickson does not owe Plaintiff said monies. 36. Plaintiff alleges, in $16, that she obtained judgment against Defendant David Dickson in an amount in excess of $37,000.00. 37. Plaintiff fails to include the fact that the referenced judgment was subsequently stricken. 38. Rule 1019(a) requires Plaintiff to allege all material facts upon which her cause of action is based. 39. Rule 1028(a)(2) permits Preliminary Objection for failure ofa pleading to conform to law or rule of court, or for inclusion of impertinent or scandalous matter. -5- WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully requests that this Honorable Court strike paragraph 16 of Plaintiffs Complaint. Preliminary Objection in the Nature of a Motion for More Specific Pleading 40. The preceding paragraphs of Defendants' Preliminary Objections are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. 41. Plaintiffmakes various allegations that Defendant David Dickson was failing to pay his debts when due (122), knew or should have known that he would incur debt beyond his ability to pay (124), and is insolvent (125). 42. Insolvency is a legal term of art with specific meaning under various statutes, and is an essential element of pleading various causes of action. 43. Plaintiff alleges only that Defendant David Dickson has failed to pay a debt to Plaintiff, and fails to allege any other debts which David Dickson has failed to pay. 44. Defendants are unable to respond or prepare to defend this action without more specific information regarding Plaintiff's allegations of Mr. Dickson's insolvency or failure to pay debt. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court order Plaintiff to file a more specific pleading as to Plaintiffs allegations of Mr. Dickson's alleged insolvency. -6- Respectfully Submitted, IRA H. WEINSTOCK, P.C. 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17102 Phone: 717-238-1657 By: _4524 N . 6 1 tiJ FU^ IRA H. WEINSTOCK -7- VERIFICATION I verify that the statements contained in the attached Preliminary Objections are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. 1 understand that false statements contained herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. §4904 relating to unworn falsification to authorities. Dated: to/30' Q r) VERIFICATION I verify that the statements contained in the attached Preliminary Objections are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. I understand that false statements contained herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. §4904 relating to unworn falsification to authorities. Dated: G13oJ9G CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Ira H. Weinstock, Esquire, hereby certify that on the date stated below I served the attached Preliminary Objections upon the person named below, at the stated address, by first class postage paid United States Mail. Kenneth O. Brenneman, Esquire SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE 44 West Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 J, t-1• ".J7"L IRA H. WEINSTOCK Dated: '71-7 /9 9 U1 . N 44 44 o u a M a w x a ro m c o °? ti >4 44 M E-1 Lr) E4 M a ~ U V ~ Oi Q ?N a ~T+ d h a of M ? F 6 W U 4 HW OD O g p z ` E T. E ro N DN4 N Q O z w 3 Z? W W? .?O y H Zz o S A 3 m a H o . 0% W09 Ua aa x C 7 L ` '"' L4 Z ON-1 W N M >H W 0 N OZU vA 03 n C ? O LT) ? c' 44 n 0 rY? N er ? ca PRAECIPE FOR LISTING CASE FOR ARGUMENT (Must be typewritten and submitted in chiplicate) TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY: Please list the within matter for the next Argument Court. CAPTION OF CASE (entire caption must be stated in full) ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly. known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff n Pn (Plaintiff) Al r VS. l DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L DICKSON his wife r vv co - 0 . , , n Defendants s4 N ow c (Defendant) No. 99-3571 Civil 19 1. State matter to be argued (i.e., plaintiff's motion for new trial, defendant's demurrer to complaint, etc.): Defendants' Preliminary Objections 2. Identify counsel who will argue case: (a) for plaintiff: Keith O. Brenneman Address: Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P.C. 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg PA 17055 (b) for defendant: Ira H. Weinstock Address: 800 N. Second Street Harrisburg PA 17102 3. I will notify all parties in writing within two days that this case has been listed for art;,,,Pnt. 4. Argument Court Date: August 11, 1999 Wfi Aauv?-? Dated: July 8?,. 1999 Attorney for Plaintiff ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff, V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, Defendants. IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA No. 99 - 3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY ORDER AND NOW, this day of , 1999, upon consideration of Defendants' Motion for Enlargement of Time and Continuance, it is hereby ordered that Defendant is granted a twenty (20) day extension in which to file a brief in support of Defendants' Preliminary Objections and the oral argument scheduled for August 11, 1999, is continued until BY THE COURT: J. 40 UW1 ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff, V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, Defendants. IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA No. 99 - 3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY DLi UN_.,DANTS' Iy OnOPLFOR F.NLARG'EMENZOETIMli -AND C'-ONTIN iANCF. AND NOW, the Defendants, by and through their attorneys, IRA H. WEINSTOCK, P.C. respectfully move for an enlargement of time in which to file a brief in support of its Preliminary Objections and to continue the oral argument scheduled for August 11, 1999, and in support thereof aver the following: 1. On or about July 8, 1999, Defendants, David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, his wife, filed preliminary objections to Plaintiffs Complaint alleging the following: a) Preliminary objection in the nature of a demurrer for failure to allege lack of adequate remedy at law; b) Preliminary objection in the nature of a demurrer for failure of a pleading to conform to law or rule of court; C) Preliminary objection in the nature of a motion to strike Count I of Plaintiffs Complaint for failure of a pleading to conform to law or rule of court; d) Preliminary objection in the nature of a motion to strike Count II of Plaintiffs Complaint for failure of a pleading to conform to law or rule of court; e) Preliminary objection in the nature of a motion to strike Plaintiff s demand for attorney's fees; ) ?0 Preliminary objection in the nature of a motion to strike certain paragraphs of Plaintiff's Complaint; and g) Preliminary objection in the nature of a motion for more specific pleading. 2. Oral argument on Defendants' preliminary objections is scheduled for August 11, 1999, with a brief in support of Defendants' Preliminary Objections due twelve (12) days prior. Defendants' counsel, Wendy D. Bowie, has been unavoidably and unanticipatedly detained at a National Labor Relations Board hearing in Baltimore, Maryland since Thursday, July 29, 1999. 4. Also, Defendants' counsel is scheduled to appear at a hearing in the case of Madr4kowskiv._Madrzykowski, No. 277 S 1999 in the Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County on August 11, 1999. 5. Plaintiffs counsel has been consulted and objects to the enlargement of time and/or continuance of the oral argument scheduled for August 11, 1999. 6. Defendant does not believe Plaintiff would be prejudiced by an enlargement of time and/or continuance of the oral argument. WHEREFORE, Defendants' counsel respectfully requests that the Court grant the twenty (20) day enlargement of time to file a brief in support of Defendants' Preliminary Objections and continue the oral argument scheduled for August 11, 1999 until the next available oral argument date. Respectfully submitted, IRA H. WEINSTOCK, P.C. 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 Phone: (717) 238-1657 By: tut"k azg AO I' / Qa 6 ,? WENDI D. BOWIE CERTIFICATE_OF SERVICE AND NOW, this 2nd__ day of August__ _, 1999, I, Wendy D. Bowie, Esquire, attorney for the Defendants hereby certify that I served the within DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR ENLARGEMENT OF TIME AND CONTINUANCE on this day by depositing the same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, in the post office at Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, addressed to: Via First Class Mail: Kenneth O. Brenneman, Esquire 44 West Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 By:___ ?, Dl?iw lJ °'w? WENDY BOWIE 6661 9 0 .rinv I ? W n 41 a? p ? 44 z w x 4.) (a u z H q a P4 4 ITS (a a d '-I H H 44 O CL p A z W zW N w O I OY OH ? 0 ? a ro > vo h D O M H q O a s wa rn p z WXO Uy rn N O H E W >r A' a 7 1 3 H H U z = C H W rHuzU W Nq QO > n7 tc F': r3? - f.. 1 ;i v c? u w o HE two E?zV nI E ° 2 H kWi z OWU U a Q Lr) O 7 E $ °° 3 co z Z=? I O < z° 3 8m ° a a W SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN 8 SPARE A PROFESSIONAL CORPORATION ATTORNEYS AT LAW 4q WEST MAIN STREET MECHANICSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA 17055 RICHARD C. SNELBAKER P. O. BOX 31B KEITH O. BRENNEMAN 71J.69JB526 FACSIMILE VIA 697.7681 PHILIP H. SPARE August 3, 1999 Richard Pierce, Court Administrator Cumberland County Courthouse 1 Court House Square Carlisle, PA 17013 RE: Tindall v. Dickson, et us. No. 99-3571 Equity Dear Mr. Pierce: Please note my representation of Elizabeth Tindall, the Plaintiff in the above case. I am in receipt of a motion filed by Defendants' counsel seeking an enlargement of time to file a brief in support of preliminary objections to Plaintiff's Complaint and also seeking a continuance of the argument on the preliminary objections scheduled for August 11, 1999. The motion correctly indicates that I have indicated that I do riot approve of an extension of time for the filing of a brief or a continuance of the scheduled argument. What the motion does not indicate is that the day after Defendants filed preliminary objections to Plaintiff's Complaint - July 9, 1999 - I listed the objections for argument and served notice of that listing upon Ira Weinstock. It also fails to indicate that Ira Weinstock, not attorney Wendy Bowie who made the request for the enlargement and continuance, is or was not available to either submit a brief or argue the matter before the Court. Mr. Weinstock and not Ms. Bowie was the attorney on behalf of the Defendants who signed and served the preliminary objections. I am not unmindful that scheduling conflicts do arise. I take exception to a request like the one submitted by Defendants' counsel when counsel has had ample opportunity to prepare a brief yet waits four days after Defendants' brief was due to raise a scheduling conflict in apparent justification for delaying resolution of their objections. .t SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN 8 SPARE Thank you for your consideration. Yo 15' Y, Keith O. Brenneman CC: Ira Weinstock, Esquire Wendy Bowie, Esquire AUG- 6-99 FRI 2:35 PM IRA H WEINSTOCK P C FAX NO. 7172386691 P. I L%W OFFICES I>i H. w1wnvST0Cx9 PC. SOrre 100 e0o N. SEOOND STREET IRA H. WEINg7009 1-L amseuR0, PENN3v?auNIA 17102 FAX: (717) 238.6691 WENDY D. Bamc AR w CODE 717 d1 Addree?: JA.ION M. We1NSTOCK TELEPHONE: 238-1667 E.M M,einetoeil Addroeo.net JOHN f3. E)ouoHrFtrY -owl FAX INFORMATION SHEET TO: Court Administrator FROM: Wendy Dullea 130wie, Esquire DATE: August 6, 1999 RE: Tindall v. Dickson, Docket No. 99-3571 YOUR FAXNUMBER: (717) 240-6462 OuRFAXNuM8ER: (717) 238-6691 ?f NUMBEROFPAGE:SINCLUDINGCOVERPAGE: 3r 1 IF YOU DO NOT RECI WE ALLOFTHE PAGES INDICATED PLEASE CALL (717) 238.1657. ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or need additional inforinalion. CONFIDENTIAL TnE INFDRMA'I'ION i3ema RANSMITTEO BY THIS FACSMID.F. is CONSIDERED AITORNEY•CUENT OR ATTORNEY WORK- PRODUCT PRNB.EOED AND CONFIDENTIAL AND IS INTENDED ONLY F'ORTHE USE OF THE INDIVIDUA1.01t ENTRY NAMED. IF THE READER OF TIDS MESSAGE IS NOT'1'HE DTFENDED RECIPIENT, OR THE EMPLOYEE Olt AORNT RESPONSmLE TO Immit RTOIIIE INILNDEDRIMPLEN'r. YOU SHOULD BEAW ARFTI[AT ANY DISSEMINATION, DISTRIBUTION, DISCLOSURE, COPYING ORUSE OFTIIE CON'rFNTS OFTItiS TRANSMISSION IS STRICTLY PROIHB]TED. IF'YOU HAVE RECEIVED THIS COMMUNR:A110N IN ERROR PLEASE WMED1ATBLY NOTIFY US BY TELEPHONE, ANn RETURN THE ORIOIIAI. MESSAGE TO US AT TH1: ABOVE ADDitussvlAU.S.MAIL. THANKYOU AUG- 6-99 FRI 2:36 PM IRA H WEINSTOCK P C FAX NO. 7172386691 P. 2 L..w OFFICES IIiA H. WEINST0C71C, 13-'C- SUITE 100 BOO N. SECOND STREET HARRISBURG. PENNsY4vAN1A 17102 {-Ax: t717f 238.OGOI 1RA f{, H7e1N9TC]C.K ?^ ?_ WENDY D. 13owrE AFk w Gone: 717 JASON M. WeiNSTOCK '11:LzetiONE: 238-16.57 E-Mail Addre: weinatoclc®redru ae.net JoIM 13. DOUGHFRTY S August 6, 1999 Richard Pierce, Court Administrator Cumberland County Courthouse I Court House Square Carlisle, PA 17013 Re: TindafY A Aickson Docket No. 99-3571 Dear Mr. Pierce: I represent the Defendants in the above captioned matter. On August 3,1999, my office filed a petition to extend the time for me to file a brief in support of preliminary objections which had been previously filed. The petition also requested that the argument regarding those preliminary objections, which is currently scheduled for August 11, 1999, be postponed due to a scheduling conflict. During this time, I was in Baltimore, in hrLRB hearings which extended far beyond the parties' expectations as to the number of days the hearings would take. I therefore requested that my office file to petition to extend the due date for the brief, and to notify the Court of the conflict in my schedule on the I I d'. Upon my return from Baltimore, I found that opposing counsel had written to the Court opposing the rescheduling ofthe argument, basically because the petition did not allege that Mr. Weinstock, attorney ofrecord, was unavailable. Mr. Weinstock assigned the (natter to me, for preparation of the brief, and argument because he was unavailable, though he did not realize that I also had a conflict on the 11". Our office is a small office and there are no other attorneys available who could cover this matter. In addition, now have an additional problem which has arisen, and which will make it impossible to attend the hearing on the 110. Approximately one year ago I underwent extensive neck surgery. The extended hearings in Baltimore precipitated a flare up of pain and numbness in my neck and arms which is not responding to treatment, including. prednisone,steroid Injections into myneck, andoral demerolforpain. My physician has ordered me off work and on bed rest for one week. I have attached a copy of my physician's note. Accordingly, I respectfully request that you grant the petition to allow additional tune to file a brief is support of the preliminary objections, and grant try request to reschedule argument of this matter. Thank you for your courtesy and cooperation in this matter. AUG- 6-99 FRI _2: 36 PM IRA H WEINSTOCK P C Letter to Mehard Pierce, Court Administrator August 6, 1999 Page 2 linclosure Via facsinfdo only FAX NO. 7172386691 Very truly yours, WBNDY DuLLEA BOWIE P. 3 cc: Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire 08/04/99 17:87 FAX 717 Bea 3079 i 3'. 1 fm 001 .d f699B61LIL 'ON M O 4 MISER H V81 Wd 9E:Z 18d 66-9 wIV HFX EV1LLE ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, FORMERLY KNOWN AS ELIZABETH J. DICKSON PLAINTIFF V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III AND DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife DEFENDANTS IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA 99-3574 EQUITY BEFORE BAYLEY, J. AND HESS J ORDER OF COURT AND NOW, this 1'D day of August, 1999, the preliminary objections of defendants to plaintiffs complaint, ARE DISMISSED. By the Keith Brenneman, Esquire For Plaintiff Wendy Dulles Bowie, Esquire For Defendants Edgar B. :sea i N c> 2 {Jer CO G U1Q- ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF Formerly known as . CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff . CIVIL ACTION -EQUITY VS. : 99-3571 EQUITY DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, His wife, Defendants IN RE: PLAINTIFF'S MOTION FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS ORDER AND NOW, this Z S? day of October, 1999, it is ordered and directed that counsel for the plaintiff be given the opportunity to review all financial documents of David C. Dickson, III which were previously made available to counsel for the plaintiff in an action pending in the state of Maryland with leave to Pennsylvania counsel for the plaintiff to copy pertinent documents at his cost. The defendant, Deirdre L. Dickson, is ordered and directed to respond to the motion for production of documents by making available any and all documents requested in said motion which bear upon her financial condition on or about the date of her marriage to David C. Dickson III, May 18, 1998. BY THE COURT, Kevin .Hess, J. cg 'I'' Chi !':1I^ ll! Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire For the Plaintiff d /o/3L?99, Wendy E. Bowie, Esquire For the Defendants Am ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99-3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22 As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant to Rule 4009.22, Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall, by her attorneys, Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C. 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 LAW OFFICES s NELEIAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE I subpoena which is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: ?6v't'? Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall Date: September 21, 1999 WW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE -2- ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99-3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY NOTICE TO: Wendy D. Bowie, Esquire Ira H. Weinstock, Esquire Suite 100 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 Plaintiff 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 no objection is made, the subpoena may be served. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall LRW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN a SPARE Date: August 27, 1999 ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF formerly known as ELIZABETH CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA J. DICKSON, Plaintiff No, 99- 3S r/ V. CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants TO: PNC Mortgage Corp. Of America Within twenty (20) days after service of this subpoena, you are ordered by the Court to produce the following documents or things: 1. Any and all loan applications, commitment letters, !.! V I I I p.l !(. 11111 VIII MnN a '?1'n 111 closing documents, notes, mortgages, security agreements, financial information, appraisals and documentation of any kind relating, referring or pertaining in any way to David C. Dickson, III and the loans made to him by PNC Bank, N. A. which were assigned to PNC Mortgage Corp. of America October 3, 1995 as noted in Cumberland County Misc. Book 505, Page 291 and as modified by agreement dated October 3, 1995 and recorded in Cumberland County Misc. Book 505, Page 292. 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 below. 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: Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire PA Supreme Court ID #47077 Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C. 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff BY THE COURT: uw OFFICES SNELBAKER• BRENNEMAN a SPARE DATE: (Seal of the Court) ),- (Prothonotary) -2- >_ m ? t? u;? 4??] _ C.J._ Ri [•-C:. _, ?,,' -L: S7 !{ 3 r: .: ?cic: :v :-?-;i Vic: N rt: iC, fi: Q l? C/: : '1 Vii] U 01 _. "' U ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99-3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22 As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant to Rule 4009.22, Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall, by her attorneys, Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C. 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 LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE subpoena which is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: IAW,44?? Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE Date: September 21, 1999 -2- ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99-3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY NOTICE TO: Wendy D. Bowie, Esquire Ira H. Weinstock, Esquire Suite 100 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 Plaintiff 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 no objection is made, the subpoena may be served. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: 4mov?? Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN a SPARE Date: August 27, 1999 ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants TO: PNC Bank, N. A. IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99- 35"r f CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY Within twenty (20) days after service of this subpoena, you are ordered by the Court to produce the following documents or things: 1. Any and all loan applications, commitment letters, LAW OFFCCB SNELBAKER, 13RENNLMAN & SPARE closing documents, notes, mortgages, security agreements, financial information, appraisals and documentation of any kind relating, referring or pertaining in any way to David C. Dickson, III and the loans made to him by PNC Bank, N. A. evidenced by (1) a mortgage dated and recorded January 19, 1995 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds in and for Cumberland County, Pennsylvania in Mortgage Book 1249, Page 159 secured by property located at 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania; (2) an open-end mortgage dated March 16, 1995 and recorded May 24, 1995 in Cumberland County Mortgage Book 1255, Page 1061 and secured by the above referenced property; and (3) a mortgage or mortgage modification dated April 29, 1996 and recorded in Cumberland County Mortgage Book 519, Page 943. 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 below. 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: Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire PA Supreme Court ID #47077 Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C. 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for plaintiff BY THE COURT: DATE: (Protho t ry) (Seal of the Court) LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE -2- Q7 nl 4: U LL c' 4 l u U hil ry _ n U ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99-3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF A SUBPOENA PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22 As a prerequisite to service of a subpoena for documents and things pursuant to Rule 4009.22, Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall, by her attorneys, Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C. 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 LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER, 13RENNEMAN & SPARE subpoena which is attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoena. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: A41-v? Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall Date: September 21, 1999 "W OFFICES SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE -2- ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants I IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99-3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY NOTICE TO: Wendy D. Bowie, Esquire Ira H. Weinstock, Esquire Suite 100 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 Plaintiff 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 no objection is made, the subpoena may be served. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By: I A tw`_ Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE Date: August 27, 1999 COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS OR THINGS FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22 TO: Mellon Mortgage Company (Name of Person or Entity) Within twenty (20) days after service of this subpoena, you are ordered by the court to produce the following documents or things: See attached Exhibit A incorporated by reference herein. at the Law Offices of Snelbaker, Brenneman b Spare, P.C. 44 W. McEtil Street, gss) 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 Name Keith O. :.Brenneman Address: 44 Wt. Main Street Mechanicsburg PA 17055 Telephone: (717) 697-8528 Supreme Cou rt ID If 47077 Attorney For: Plaintiff Date: :Y4 4l f 1999 Seal of the Court BY THE COU Prothonotary/Irk, ?'I Division Deputy CIVIL ACTION _ EQUITY File No. 99-3571 Equity !Pff ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff 1 V. DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, e Defendants IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99-3571 CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY EXHIBIT A Any and all loan applications and supporting application documentation submitted by David C. Dickson, III, also known and identified as David C. Dickson, either alone or with another or others, any and all debt, asset, wage and income information pertaining to David C. Dickson, III (David C. Dickson) and any and all loan documentation, credit reports, commitment letters, appraisals, financial documentation and files pertaining, relating or in any way concerning David C. Dickson, David C. Dickson, III and/or loan No. 5810106384. For purposes of further identification, the address of David C. Dickson, III, also known as David C. Dickson, is 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. C7 C3C:< c? L: nJ ' >? L L C, C U M `J c? V IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, --rr.-xrly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff V. : NO. 99-3571 DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants : CIVIL ACTION -EQUITY ANSWER 1. Admitted. 2. Admitted. 3. Admitted. 4. Admitted. 5. Admitted in part, Denied in part. Defendants admit that Elizabeth Tindall and David Dickson entered into a property settlement agreement, but deny that the copy attached to Plaintiffs Complaint is a true and correct copy. The copy attached to the Complaint served upon Defendants is not entirely legible and the beginning sentences of most pages are cut o$ therefore, Defendants are unable to confirm that the copy attached to Plaintiffs Complaint is a true and correct copy. 6. Denied as stated. The terms of the agreement speak for themselves, and the copy attached to Plaintiffs Complaint is not entirely legible. Defendants deny that David C. Dickson, III, was obligated to pay Plaintiff alimony in the amount of $1,900.00 each month commencing July 1, 1994 for as long as Defendant David C. Dickson, III, shall live, but under no circumstances for more that twenty-nine years and eight months. 7. Denied as stated. The terns of the agreement speak for themselves, and the copy attached to Plaintiffs Complaint is not entirely legible. 8. Defendants admit that Defendant David C. Dickson, Ill, executed a promissory note. 9. Denied. Defendants deny that David C. Dickson, III, was obligated to pay to Plaintiff $4,000.00 each month beginning July I, 1994 through June 30, 1997. Maryland courts have already ruled that Defendant David C. Dickson, III, is not obligated to pay these sums to Plaintiff. 10. Admitted. 11. Denied as stated. Defendants believe that Plaintiff instituted action in November of 1997. Defendants deny that Defendant David C. Dickson, III, was indebted to Plaintiff in an amount in excess of $122,000.00. 12. Denied. As stated previously, the Maryland courts have already determined that Defendant David C. Dickson, III, did not owe a portion of the amounts claimed by Plaintiff. 13. Denied as stated. Any obligation Defendant David C. Dickson, III, may have owed to Plaintiff was in dispute, and at no time relevant to the issued raised in Plaintiffs Complaint, was David C. Dickson, III, in arrears by more that 9%ofthe disputed amounts. Furthermore, Defendant David C. Dickson, III, has already paid to, or on behalf of Plaintiff, or conveyed to Plaintiff amounts in excess of $600,000.00. 14. Denied. The Maryland courts have determined that Defendant David C. Dickson, III, was -2- not obligated to pay Plaintiff $4,000.00 per month. 15. Denied. Defendants deny that David C. Dickson, III, was in violation of the Agreement and was indebted to Plaintiff in an amount in excess of$120,000.00. The subject ofwhat, if any, amounts were owed to Plaintiff by Defendant David C. Dickson, III, was in litigation in Maryland both before and after Plaintiff filed the referenced Complaint, and Maryland courts have ruled that Mr. Dickson did not owe various amounts to Plaintiff which are part of the amounts stated in Plaintiffs present complaint. 16. Admitted in part, Denied in part. The judgment mentioned in Plaintiffs Complaint was stricken by Maryland courts, accordingly, Plaintiff was not obligated to pay Plaintiff $37,000.00. 17. Defendants admit that the property was conveyed on or about May 18, 1998, but deny the implication that the transfer occurred at a time when there was a valid judgment against Defendant David C. Dickson. 18. Admitted. 19. Admitted. COUNTI 20. The responses contained in Paragraphs I through 19, inclusive, are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. 21. Admitted. 22. Denied. Defendant David C. Dickson, III, denies that he was not paying his debts when they became due, and avers that he was paying his valid debts when due. -3- 23. Denied. Said conveyance was made as a result of the marriage of Defendant David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre Dickson. Defendant Deirdre Dickson incurred financial obligations as a result of the transfer. 24. Denied. Defendants deny that David C. Dickson, III, has, on or since the conveyance of the property, incurred any valid debts beyond his ability to pay. 25. Defendants deny that David C. Dickson, III, was or became insolvent as a result of the transfer. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court enter judgment in their favor, and against Plaintiff. COUNT 11 26. The responses contained in Paragraphs I through 25, inclusive, are hereby incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. 27. Denied. At the time of said conveyance David C. Dickson, III, did not have any valid judgments in place against him. Defendant David C. Dickson, III, was aware that the $37,000.00 judgment had been or would be stricken as a matter of law, and had been so advised by his attorney. Any monetary obligation Defendant David C. Dickson, III, owed to Plaintiff was in dispute, and in litigation in Maryland. Furthermore, at the time of said transfer, Defendant David C. Dickson, III, had substantially no equity in the property, which was the subject of a substantial mortgage. 28. Denied. As stated previously, any payment obligation was the subject of litigation in Maryland, and Maryland courts have determined that certain amounts claimed by Plaintiff -4- were not owed to her by Defendant David C. Dickson. Defendant David C. Dickson, III, to the best of his recollection, believes that he had cured any arrears in alimony payments to Plaintiff at the time of said conveyance. 29. Denied. As stated previously, the judgment in question was stricken. At the time of the conveyance of the property, Defendant David C. Dickson, 111, did not know or believe that he owed a valid debt to Plaintiff. 30. Defendants deny that the conveyance of the property was made with intent to hinder, delay and/or defraud Plaintiff. At the time of the conveyance, David C. Dickson, III, had substantially no equity in the property which was encumbered by a substantial mortgage. 31. Denied. Defendants deny that David C. Dickson, III, intended to insulate the premises from claim, attachment, or lien by Plaintiff. At the time of the conveyance, Defendant David C. Dickson, III, did not believe that he owed a valid and unpaid debt to Plaintiff. WHEREFORE, Defendants respectfully request that this Honorable Court enter judgment in their favor and against Plaintiff. Respectfully Submitted, IRA H. WEINSTOCK, P.C. 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 Phone: 717-238-1657 By: J, ? 0J, mov, dio WENDY D LEA BOWIE -5- VERIFICATION 1 verify that the statements contained in the attached Answer are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. 1 understand that false statements contained herein are made subject to the Penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. §4904 relating to unswom falsification to authorities. AVID C. KSON, III Dated: VERIFICATION I verify that the statements contained in the attached Answer are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. I understand that false statements contained herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. §490 21199 Dated: CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE 1, Wendy Dullea Bowie, Esquire, hereby certify that on the date stated below, I served the attached Answer upon the person named below, at the stated address, by first class postage paid United States mail. Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire SNELLBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE 44 West Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Dated: August 27, 1999 ENDY ULLEA BOWIE ? W ? f lrl? i'7: j 1 1 = )a C J (.l C? H a x s p z E yl m ry z$y <U H 0 n R c? s A V _ N b A 1 Thursday, October 7, 1999 - Tindal v. Dickson 2 Motion to Compel 3 4 THE COURT: I see some middle ground here. 5 I face a couple of choices here. I can simply agree with 6 Ms. Bowie that it is overbroad, that asking her stuff from 7 94, 195 and 196 is not discoverable. And that would be the 8 easy way out for me. I would really rather not do that if 9 we can move this forward a bit. 10 I like your idea that you get access to the 11 stuff that was given to her in Maryland, and that she make 12 her financial situation on the day she was married to this 13 man known to the plaintiff. I don't think that's too much 14 to ask. I will probably fashion an order something along 15 that line. 16 MS. BOWIE: Your Honor, if I may, it would 17 seem to me to make more sense if you will -- well, let me 18 back up. I am not sure I am real clear on exactly what Mr. 19 Brenneman wants in terms of the documents the plaintiff 20 already has. It would seem to me the starting place would 21 be for plaintiff to have her attorney in Maryland forward 22 what he has got and then see if there is anything else 23 that's needed. 24 THE COURT: Okay. That's another approach. 25 That's another approach to think about. Anything else I 1 1 ought to think about? 2 MS. BOWIE: They spent some sixteen hours 3 tabbing documents and copying. 4 MR. BRENNEMAN: Your Honor, that, I believe, 5 puts me at a disadvantage. If I get what he thought was 6 relevant to what he was doing in Maryland, it is impossible 7 for me to know what is relevant to me that he didn't think 8 was relevant and I don't have. So I am put into a position 9 of having to identify things that I don't even know 10 existed. If I see the accountant's documents that were 11 produced in whole to the attorney down in Maryland, I think 12 I am in a better position to comb through that and find out 13 what's relevant to me. 14 THE COURT: Okay. And how do I direct that 15 logistically? 16 MR. BRENNEMAN: Well, I guess technically I 17 need at some point, if he doesn't produce it voluntarily at 18 the request of the defendant's counsel, I forget the 19 process exactly, but come in here and maybe down in the 20 court there and get a subpoena to produce those records 21 through the court in Maryland. If there is nothing to 22 hide, if there is nothing that has not already been seen 23 before, I don't know why it wouldn't be a problem for me to 24 see copies of those and have them produced. 25 THE COURT: Well, she has already said she 2 1 is happy to have you do that. You are saying you want to 2 go beyond that and make sure that you are not bound by what 3 the Maryland lawyer thought was relevant? 4 MR. BRENNEMAN: My understanding was that -- 5 you commented on me saying what the Maryland attorney 6 received. I am trying to distinguish that from what he 7 reviewed. 8 THE COURT: Seeing what he saw and seeing 9 what he reviewed -- what he copied, are two different 10 things. 11 MS. BOWIE: He must have copied everything. 12 MR. BRENNEMAN: Judge, I may be able to help 13 the court, if I may, on the issue of the financial 14 information for the spouse. I am more interested in -- I 15 would like to have a snapshot of her wealth on the date of 16 marriage. Before that I am most interested in any 17 conveyances by him to her without consideration. Her 18 wealth at that time -- unless she had dumped everything 19 right before she got married, I don't think is terribly 20 important to what I would like to prove. 21 MS. BOWIE: But, Your Honor, that, as I 22 said, can be gotten at by inquiring into conveyances from 23 him to her rather than fishing through her financial 24 records. 25 MR. BRENNEMAN: I don't want to see her 3 1 financial records before her date of marriage. If the 2 Judge is going to permit me to see that snapshot on her 3 date of marriage. 4 THE COURT: Whatever would reflect her 5 financial status when she married him. Well, I would have 6 hoped that we could have cut through this and made some 7 sort of resolution. If you want me to order stuff, I will. 8 But orders of court are generally unsatisfactory to both 9 sides. I am talking you through this with the hope of 10 giving you an eye of what I would inevitably order. 11 MR. BRENNEMAN: Judge, I don't think we can 12 agree for the simple reason that our clients see this so 13 differently. 14 THE COURT: I agree. 15 MR. BRENNEMAN: That I am going to need an 16 order. 17 THE COURT: I agree. I hear you. What 18 would be the order that you would request with respect to 19 the information that's in the possession of his accountant 20 in Maryland? How would you phrase that? 21 MR. BRENNEMAN: Provided that the 22 defendant's counsel agrees that those documents will be 23 made available, that those documents be made available to 24 me at the expense of the copying costs. And we are talking 25 about those financial documents that the defendant claims 4 1 were all the financial documents I requested that were 2 reviewed by the attorney in Maryland. 3 THE COURT: That could be a lot of copying. 4 MR. BRENNEMAN: Judge, I know that. And I 5 may have to weigh -- if they are willing to copy them all, 6 I assume they are willing to let me see them. And I may 7 weigh the advantage of going down there and sitting and 8 going through them as opposed to footing a bill if it is 9 less expensive for me to go. 10 THE COURT: You just told me that you two 11 weren't in a position to agree to anything. So I would 12 order that, and the parties would say, well, that's what 13 Judge Hess directed. 14 MS. BOWIE: As a practical matter, Your 15 Honor, Mr. Brennan has subpoenaed certain bank records 16 after receiving my responses to the discovery requests 17 indicating that my client had no documents. We have not 18 objected to that. 19 THE COURT: Well, and if one lawyer in 20 Maryland has already seen all of these things, it seems to 21 me that another lawyer here in Pennsylvania looking and 22 seeing the same thing is not going to do him any prejudice, 23 particularly since he is willing to copy the documents. 24 Okay. And with respect to this snapshot of her financial 25 condition at the time of marriage, what sort of things are 5 1 you looking at there? Any of the documents requested in 2 your request which would bear upon her financial condition 3 on... 4 MR. BRENNEMAN: I believe it is May 18, 5 1998. 6 THE COURT: May 18th, 1998. Okay. 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 6 ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF Formerly known as CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY Vs. : 99-3571 EQUITY DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, His wife, Defendants IN RE: PLAINTIFF'S MOTION TO COMPEL ORDER AND NOW, this 13-? day of September, 1999, a brief argument on the plaintiffs motion to compel is set for Thursday, October 7, 1999, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom Number 4, Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, PA. BY THE COURT, Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire For the Plaintiff Wendy E. Bowie, Esquire For the Defendants rn"A 9/13 Arn /:III i'c?V;;;,? "??„Y' _ ,J, 3, ? ! 1 I ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF formerly known as ELIZABETH CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA J. DICKSON, Plaintiff NO. 99-3571 V. CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants ORDER AND NOW, this day of , 1999 upon consideration of the Motion to Compel by the Plaintiff, a Rule is hereby issued upon Defendants to show cause, if any they should have, why the relief requested by the Plaintiff in the Motion to Compel should not be granted. RULE RETURNABLE within twenty (20) days of service of the Motion and a copy of this Order upon Defendants' counsel. BY THE COURT: LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE f I • ? e . ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF formerly known as ELIZABETH CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA J. DICKSON, Plaintiff NO. 99-3571 V. CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants MOTION TO COMPEL VERIFIED AND COMPLETE RESPONSES VD TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS IN RESPONSE TO nT.ATMMTOV/ Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall, by her attorneys , Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C. submits this Motion to Compel and in support thereof states the following: 1. This action, which was commenced by Complaint filed June 11, 1999, seeks, inter alia, to avoid a transfer of real • estate by Defendant David C. Dickson, III to Defendant David C. Dickson, III and his wife, Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson, which transfer was evidenced by a deed dated and recorded May 18, 1998 in the office of the Recorder of Deeds for Cumberland County, Pennsylvania in Deed Book 117, Page 480. 2. The Complaint in this action raises two claims or counts against Defendant David C. Dickson, III for actions which constitute violations of the Pennsylvania Uniform Fraudulent Conveyance Act_ 3. The complaint in this action was served u on th LAW OFFjcrs p e SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN Defendants on June 21, 1999, at which time a co py of Plaintiff's & SPARE First Request For Production of Documents was served upon I II 1 Defendants. A true and correct copy of Plaintiff's First Request For Production of Documents (the "Request") is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein as "Exhibit All. 4. On July 26, 1999 Defendants' Response to Plaintiff's Request For Production of Documents (the "Response") was served upon Plaintiff's counsel. A true and correct copy of Defendants' Response to Plaintiff's Request For Production of Documents is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein as "Exhibit B" 5. In the nineteen separate requests for categories of documents in Plaintiff's First Request For Production of Documents, fifteen requests were for categories of documents pertaining to assets, transfer of assets, debts, financial information and the deed for the real estate that was transferred by 'afendant David C. Dickson, III. 6. Defendants interposed objections to each category of documents and neither identified nor provided a single document in response to the Request. 7. Defendants' Response was neither signed nor verified by Defendants as required by Pa.R.C.P. 4009.12(d). 8. Defendants' Response fails to identify any documents or things produced or made available pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 4009.12(b)(1). Law OFFICES 9. Defendants' Response fails to identify all documents or SNELBAKER. 6&SPAREN things not produced with reasonable particularity in association -2- t It with the basis for non-production as required by Pa.R.C.P. 4009.12(b)(2). 10. Defendants improperly objected to producing documents on the basis that such documents were not within their "possession or control" when such documents are believed to be available directly by Defendants through such sources as their lenders, banks and accountants. 11. Defendants' Response interposes multiple form objections for each category of documents for purposes of obfuscating a reasonable and truthful response. 12. Defendants' Response sets forth numerous claims of attorney-client privilege yet provides no response by which this Court can evaluate such a claim as requested in Paragraph 2 of the Instructions section of Plaintiff's Request. 13. Defendants' response is vexatious and has been interposed for purposes of delay. WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests this Court to issue a Rule upon the Defendants to show cause if any they should have why an Order should not be issued requiring the Defendants to: (a) sign and verify, under oath, an answer to Plaintiff's First Request For Production of Documents; (b) identify all documents in Defendants' possession and control responsive to Plaintiff's Request; (c) identify all documents with reasonable particularity to which Defendants have objection to producing; LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE II -3 ( ? II ? ? J (d) identify all documents in accordance with Paragraph 2 of the Instructions section of the Request that Defendants claim are subject to attorney-client privilege; (e) attend a hearing before this court to take testimony from Defendants as to the availability or existence of documents requested by Plaintiff; and (f) pay all Plaintiff's attorney's fees associated with this Motion and further efforts taken to obtain documents from Defendants. SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. LAW OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE By: d2A??? Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire 44 W. Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Date: it. fill Elizabeth J. Tindall -4- I ? II 1 i IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 99- 3 571 V. CIVIL ACTION - EQUITY DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, : Defendants PLAINTIFF'S FIRST REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS_ DIRECTED TO DEFENDANTS ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff TO: David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, Defendants Pursuant to Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 4009.1, et seq., Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall requests that Defendants David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson produce and permit Plaintiff to inspect and copy each of the documents specified below. The documents should be made available for inspection and copying during regular business hours at the offices of Plaintiff's attorneys, Snelbaker, Brenneman & Spare, P. C., 44 W. Main Street, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, or at such other place as may be mutually agreeable to the parties, within thirty (30) days of the service of this Request. Defendants shall also serve a written response to this I.. OF1l1 l:i SNELBAV I R. BRENNEMAN & SPAIn Request For Production of Documents within thirty (30) days of said service. EXHIBIT A I I II INSTRUCTIONS 1. Produce all documents known or reasonably available to you. This means that you are required to produce all documents in the possession, custody, or control of you, your attorneys, accountants, investigators, representatives, agents, employees, servants, contractors, consultants, associates, or any others acting on your behalf or under your direction or control or their attorneys or agents. 2. If you claim that the attorney-client privilege or any other privilege or reason for withholding documents is applicable to any document requested, please state as to each document: (a) the subject matter of the document; (b) the name of the writer, sender, or initiator of the original and each copy of the document; (c) the names of the recipients, addressees, or persons to whom the original or any copy of the document was sent; (d) each person who has ever had possession, custody or control of the original or any copy of the document; (e) the date of the original and each copy of the document, if any, or an estimate of its date; (f) a statement of the basis of the claim of privilege; and L.W 11{1-. SfI r LBA r I'R. BRENNL. MAN Ck SPAOIF: (g) sufficient further information concerning the document and the circumstances surrounding the document to explain the claim of privilege and to allow a court to adjudicate the propriety of your claim of privilege. -2- 3. If you assert privilege as to a portion of any category of documents or things requested, produce the remainder of that category as to which you do not assert a privilege. If you assert privilege as to any portion of a document or thing requested, produce the portion as to which you do not assert a privilege. 4. This Request shall be deemed to be continuing. Between the time of your response and the time of trial, if you obtain, secure or gain control over any documents requested herein; then you shall promptly furnish Plaintiff's attorneys with same in accordance with the direction herein. DEFINITIONS The words "document" or "documents" as herein used include, but are not limited, to any written or graphic matter of any kind whatsoever, however produced or reproduced, any electronically or magnetically recorded matter of any kind or character, however produced or reproduced, and any other matter concerning the recording of data or information upon any tangible thing by any means, including, but not limited to, the original, non-identical copy, rough or final draft of the following (regardless of however or by whomever prepared, produced or reproduced) : books, records, reports, memoranda, LAW OF111T.9 SN"BAVER, notes, letters, telegrams, diaries, calendar or diary entries, e"ENNIMAN & SPAIIE -3- schedules, maps, graphs, contracts, studies, analyses, instructions, photographs, tape-recordings, computer tapes, computer disks or diskettes, telex or fax transmissions, correspondence, messages, CD-ROM, drawings, forms and work paper or any other thing in which any matter is memorialized. "You" or "your" as used herein means the party or parties to whom this Request is directed, his, her or their agents, employees, accountants, attorneys or any person, firm or entity acting on behalf of or at the request of said party or parties. "Defendant" and "Defendants" shall mean and refer to David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson, both jointly and severally, his, her and/or their agents, employees, accountants, attorneys or any other person, firm or entity acting on behalf of or at the request of either or both David C. Dickson, III and Deirdre L. Dickson. "Plaintiff" as used herein means Elizabeth J. Tindall, her agents, employees, accountants, attorneys or any person, firm or entity acting on behalf of or at the request of Elizabeth J. Tindall. "Myrtle Drive Residence" shall mean and refer to the residential dwelling and/or real property upon which it is LAW OFFY:I'i SNELBACI:R. BRENNLMAN & SPA111! located commonly identified and known as 2810 Myrtle Drive, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. DOCUMENTS TO BE PRODUCED 1. A photostatic copy or like reproduction of all statements made by any party or any witness concerning this lawsuit or its subject matter pursuant to Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 4003.4. 2. Any and all documents, reports, notes, memoranda, summaries and/or records of any kind relating to any and all interviews of any and all parties and witnesses or individuals made by any Defendant in this action, any adjuster, insurer, or any other agent, employee or representative of the party to whom this request is directed, other than their attorneys. 3. Any and all expert reports prepared by any expert engaged by the party to whom this request is directed, who will be called to testify at the trial of this case. This request is inclusive of any and all reports prepared by said experts during the course of the engagement by the Defendants dealing with any factual issue involving the case and any and all facts and data which have been reviewed by said expert and any and all opinions which he/she has rendered. 4. Any and all documents containing the name(s) or LAW OFI I. SNCLBAI I:R. BRENN: MAN @ SPAIn. address(es), either home or business, of any and all individuals contacted as potential witnesses in this case. 5. Any and all deeds, whether or not recorded, whether or not executed and whether or not in draft or final form -5- concerning, making reference to or relating to the Myrtle Drive Residence prepared from January 1, 1994 to present. 6. Any and all written requests or applications, preliminary and/or final, made, prepared, completed or submitted by Defendants, either individually or jointly, for any loan of money or funds from any source between January 1, 1994 and present. 7. To the extent not requested in the previous paragraph, any and all documents submitted by Defendants, either individually or jointly, to any bank, mortgage company, lender, person or entity necessary or required to be submitted as a condition of requesting or obtaining any loan of money or funds from any source from January 1, 1994 to present. 8. Any and all financial statements of income, assets, expenses and/or debts of Defendants, either individually or jointly, whether or not audited, prepared from January 1, 1994 to present. 9. Any and all notes, mortgages, agreements and/or documents that concern, make reference to or relate in any way to the financing of the purchase of the Myrtle Drive Residence or the construction of the residential dwelling which is part of LAW °"' "s the Myrtle Drive Residence. SNELBN'I-R. BRENNI MAN & SPANS -6- 10. Any and all notes, mortgages, agreements and/or documents that concern, make reference to or relate in any way to any home equity loans, lines of credit or secured or unsecured loans which Defendants, either individually or jointly, received or for which request was made by Defendants between January 1, 1994 and present. 11. Any and all documents that concern, make reference to or relate in any way to the consideration paid by Defendant Deidre L. Dickson to Defendant David C. Dickson, III for conveyance or transfer of the Myrtle Drive Residence as evidenced by the Deed recorded in Cumberland County Deed Book 177, Page 480. 12. Any and all documents that concern, make reference to or in any way relate to any property, asset or value exchanged for the transfer or conveyance of the Myrtle Drive Residence as evidenced by the Deed recorded in Cumberland County Deed Book 177, Page 480. 13. Any and all memoranda, titles, deeds, bills of sale, LAW OFFICCS SNLLBAF.I:R. BRENNEMAN & SPARE papers and/or documents pertaining, relating or in any way evidencing or making reference to the transfer, gift, sale and/or exchange of any property or assets, real, personal and/or mixed, tangible or intangible, by Defendant David C. Dickson, III to any person, firm or entity, including Defendant Deirdre -7- L. Dickson, from January 1, 1994 to present. 14. Any prenuptial or antenuptial agreement between Defendant David C. Dickson, III and Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson and/or any agreement or contract or documents that concern, make reference to or in any way relate to the rights of either or both Defendants to property, assets or debts acquired by either or both Defendants before and during marriage. 15. Any and all lists, inventories or compilations of any inventory, equipment, goods, furniture, furnishings, automobiles, boats, jewelry and personal property of any kind owned by Defendant David C. Dickson, III, alone or jointly with another or others, created or prepared from January 1, 1994 to present. 16. Any and all bank statements, cancelled checks and investment statements pertaining to any accounts titled in the name of Defendant David C. Dickson, III, whether alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. 17. Any and all bonds, stock or share certificates, certificates of deposit, debentures, notes and other security instruments in which Defendant David C. Dickson, III had or has any interest alone or jointly with another or others from L.. OFF"acs II January 1, 1994 to present. SNCLSAHER. BRENNLMAN !k SPADE -8- 18. The federal income tax returns of both Defendants, whether same have been filed individually or jointly, together with all schedules and amendments thereto, for the years 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 and 1998. 19. Any and all appraisals of the myrtle Drive Residence. 20. To the extent not requested in the previous paragraphs, any and all documents that relate, make reference to or evidence personal, real and/or mixed property and assets, tangible or intangible, owned by Defendant David C. Dickson, III or in which Defendant David C. Dickson, III has or had any interest, alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. 21. To the extent not requested in the previous paragraphs, any and all documents that set forth the value of any assets or property, real, personal or mixed, tangible or intangible, in which Defendant David C. Dickson, III had or has any interest alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. 22. To the extent not requested in the previous L.A OFF.'.,:, SNELBAKCR. BBENNEMAN & SPAFIC paragraphs, any and all documents that refer, relate to or in any way concern debt owed by Defendant David C. Dickson, III, either alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. -9- 23. Any and all documents transmitted or delivered by any means whatever by Defendant David C. Dickson, III to any I accountant who provided any services to or for Defendant David C. Dickson, III and or who was engaged to prepare or did prepare any federal income tax return for Defendant David C. Dickson, III from January 1, 1994 to present. SNELBA1KE'R, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. By. Keith 0. Brenneman, Esquire Supreme Ct. ID #47077 44 West Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Date: June 11, 1999 Elizabeth J. Tindall LAW OFFICCS SNF.LOAVER. BRENNL!AAN $ SPADE -10- IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA ELIZABETH J. TINDALL, formerly known as ELIZABETH J. DICKSON, Plaintiff : V. : NO. 99-3571 DAVID C. DICKSON, III and DEIRDRE L. DICKSON, his wife, Defendants : CIVIL ACTION -EQUITY DEFENDANTS' RESPONSES TO PLAINTIFF'S REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS DOCUMENTS TO BE PRODUCED V 1. A photostatic copy or like reproduction of all statements made by any party or any witness concerning this lawsuit or its subject matter pursuant to Pennsylvania Rule ofCivil Procedure 4003.4. RESPONSE: Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents responsive to this request. 2. Any and all documents, reports, notes, memoranda, summaries and/or records of any kind relating to any and all interviews of any and all parties and witnesses or individuals made by any Defendant in this action, any adjuster, insurer, or any other agent, employee or representative of the party to whom this request is directed, other than their attorneys. RESPONSE: Defendants are not in possession or control ol'any documents responsive to this request. EXHIBIT B 3. Any and all expert reports prepared by any expert engaged by the party to whom this request is directed, who will be called to testify at the trial of this case. This request is inclusive of any and all reports prepared by said experts during the course of the engagement by the Defendants dealing with any factual issue involving the case and any and all facts and data which have been reviewed by said expert and any and all opinions which he/she has rendered. RESPONSE: Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents responsive to this request. 4. Anyand all documents containing the name(s) oraddress(es), either home or business, of any and all individuals contacted as potential witnesses in this case. RESPONSE: Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents responsive to this request. 5. Any and all deeds, whether or not recorded, whether or not executed and whether or not in draft or fmal form concerning, making reference to or relating to the Myrtle Drive Residence prepared from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth -2- in Pennsylvania's Rules ofCivil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants also object because to the best of their information and belief, Plaintiff is already in possession or control of all documents, not privileged, responsive to this request and the request is therefore sought in bad faith, to cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden, or expense, on Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged or protected by attomey-client or attorney work product privilege, which are responsive to this request. 6. Any and all written requests or applications, preliminary or final, made, prepared, completed or submitted by Defendants, either individually or jointly, for any loan of money or funds from any source between January 1, 1994 and present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope -3- and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making ofan unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 7. To the extent not requested in the previous paragraph, any and all documents submitted by Defendants, either individually or jointly, to any bank, mortgage company, lender, person or entity necessary or required to be submitted as a condition o f requesting or obtaining any loan of money or funds liom any source from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope -4- and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding; the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. g. Any and all financial statements of income, assets, expenses and/or debts of Defendants, either individually or jointly, whether or not audited, prepared from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request onthc basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to (his Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation. nor likely to lead to evidence -5- relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules ofCivil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 9. Any and all notes, mortgages, agreements and/or documents that concern, make reference to or relate in any way to the financing of the purchase of the Myrtle Drive Residence or the construction of the residential dwelling which is part of the Myrtle Drive Residence. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson. is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, -6- embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscoveryas set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules ofCivil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 10. Any and all notes, mortgages, agreements and/or documents that concern, make reference to or relate in any way to any home equity loans, lines of credit or secured or unsecured loans which Defendants, either individually or jointly, received or for which request was made by Defendants between January 1, 1994 and present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, -7- embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery asset forth in Pennsylvania's Rules ofCivil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 11. Any and all documents that concern, make reference to or relate in any way to the consideration paid by Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson to Defendant David C. Dickson, III for conveyance or transfer of the Myrtle Drive Residence as evidenced by the Deed recorded in Cumberland County Deed Book 177, Page 480. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, -8- embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscoveryas set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules ofCivil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 12. Any and all documents that concern, make reference to or in any way relate to any property, asset or value exchanged for the transfer or conveyance of the Myrtle Drive Residence as evidenced by the Deed recorded in Cumberland County Deed Book 177, Page 480. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery asset forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 13. Any and all memoranda, titles, deeds, bills ofsale, papers and/or documents pertaining, relating or in any way evidencing or making reference to the transfer, gift, sale and/or exchange of ? any property or assets, real, personal and/or mixed, tangible or intangible, by Defendant David C. Dickson, III to any person, firm or entity, including Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson, from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, - Io- embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. 14. Any prenuptial or antenuptial agreement between Defendant David C, Dickson, III and Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson and/or any agreement or contract or documents that concern, make reference to or in any way relate to the rights of either or both Defendants to property, assets or debts acquired by either or both Defendants before and during marriage. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 15. Any and all lists, inventories or compilations of any inventory, equipment, goods, furniture, furnishings, automobiles, boats, jewelry and personal property of any kind owned by Defendant David C. Dickson, 111, alone or jointly with another or others, created or prepared from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, 12- Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 16. Any and all bank statements, cancelled checks and investment statements pertaining to any accounts titled in the name of Defendant David C. Dickson, Ill, whether alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules ofCivil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, - 13 - which are responsive to this request. 17. Anyandallbonds, stock orshare certificates,certifiicatesofdeposit,debentures, notes and other security instruments in which Defendant David C. Dickson, III had or has any interest alone or jointly with another or others from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. -14- 18. 'rhe federal income tax returns of both Defendants, whether same have been filed individually or jointly, together with all schedules and amendments thereto, for the years 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 and 1998. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 19. Any and all appraisals of the Myrtle Drive Residence. -15- RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 20. To the extent not requested in the previous paragraphs, any and all documents that relate, make reference to or evidence personal, real and/or mixed property and assets, tangible or intangible, owned by Defendant David C. Dickson, III or in which Defendant David C. Dickson. III has or had any interest, alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. -16- RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in had faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 21. To the extent not requested in the previous paragraphs, any and all documents that set forth the value of any assets or property, real, personal or mixed, tangible or intangible, in which Defendant David C. Dickson, III had or has any interest alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. - 17- has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 23. Any and all documents transmitted or delivered by any means whatever by Defendant David C. Dickson, III to any accountant who provided any services to or for Defendant David C. Dickson, III and/or who was engaged to prepare or did prepare any federal income tax return for Defendant David C. Dickson, III from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis thatMaintill' - 19- has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. -20- RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff has not instituted any litigation against Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson alleging any wrongdoing by Deirdre L. Dickson, nor alleging that Deirdre L. Dickson is in any way indebted to Plaintiff. Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Mrs. Dickson, is beyond the permissible scope of discovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Mrs. Dickson. Defendants jointly further object to this Request on the basis that it is overly broad in scope and time, is not relevant to any issues in the pending litigation, nor likely to lead to evidence relevant to the pending litigation, is sought in bad faith, would cause unreasonable annoyance, embarrassment, oppression, burden or expense on Defendants, is beyond the permissible scope ofdiscovery as set forth in Pennsylvania's Rules of Civil Procedure, and would require the making of an unreasonable investigation by Defendants. Notwithstanding the foregoing objection, Defendants are not in possession or control of any documents, not privileged, which are responsive to this request. 22. To the extent not requested in the previous paragraphs, any and all documents that refer, relate to or in any way concern debt owed by Defendant David C. Dickson, 111, either alone or jointly with another or others, from January 1, 1994 to present. RESPONSE: Defendant Deirdre L. Dickson objects to this Request on the basis that Plaintiff _1g_ Respectfully Submitted, IRA H. WEINS'rOCK, P.C. 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 Phone: 717-238-1657 By: J-L' / (. IRA H. WEINSTOCK By: WENDY ULLEA BOWIE 21 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, Wendy Dullea Bowie, Esquire, hereby certify that on the date stated below, I served the attached DEFENDANTS' RESPONSE TO PLAINTIFF'S REQUEST FOR PRODUCTION OF DOCUMENTS upon the person named below, at the stated address, by first class postage paid United States mail. Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE 44 West Main Street P.O. Box 318 Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 WEN D LLLEA BOWIE ?- Dated: July 26, 1999 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE I, KEITH O. BRENNEMAN, ESQUIRE, hereby certify that I have, on the below date, caused a true and correct copy of the foregoing Motion to Compel to be served upon the person and in the manner indicated below: FIRST CLASS MAIL POSTAGE PREPAID ADDRESSED AS FOLLOWS: Wendy D. Bowie, Esquire Ira H. Weinstock, Esquire Suite 100 800 North Second Street Harrisburg, PA 17102 "W OFFICES SNELBAKER. BRENNEMAN & SPARE Date: 441ft "3 f 199q Keith O. Brenneman, Esquire SNELBAKER, BRENNEMAN & SPARE, P. C. 44 West Main Street P. O. Box 318 Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (717) 697-8528 Attorneys for Plaintiff Elizabeth J. Tindall Or T I r7`. u.) L-I :Jl (j