HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-3852IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff CIVIL ACTION - LAW
VS. No. 63 .395 a CIVIL TERM
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE
NEED TO DEFEND AND CLAIM RIGHTS
You have been sued in Court for:
[ X ] Divorce
[ X ] Distribution of Property
[ ] Child Support
[ ] Annulment
[ ] Alimony
[ ] Custody/ Visitation
[ ] Alimony pendente lite,
counsel fees, costs and
expenses
If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the following pages, you must take
prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so, the case may proceed without
you and a decree of divorce or annulment may be entered against you by the Court. A
judgement may also be entered against you for any other claim or relief requested in
these papers by the Plaintiff. You may loose money or property or rights important to
you, including custody or visitation of your children.
When the ground for the divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of the
marriage, you may request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is
available in the Office of the Prothonotary at:
Office of the Prothonotary
Cumberland County Court House
One Court House Square
Carlisle, PA 17013
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF PROPERTY,
LAWYERS FEES OR EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR ANNULMENT IS
GRANTED, YOU MAY LOOSE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM ANY OF THEM.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE
OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
Two Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-3166
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARGRET C. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Plaintiff
No. CIVIL TERM
Vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR., IN DIVORCE
Defendant
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF COUNSELING
TO THE WITHIN-NAMED DEFENDANT:
You have been named as the Defendant in a Complaint in a divorce proceeding
filed in the Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County. This notice is to advise you
that in accordance with Section 3302(d) of the Divorce Code, you may request that the
Court require you and your spouse to attend marriage counseling prior to a divorce
being handed down by the Court. A list of professional marriage counselors is available
at the Domestic Relations Office, 13 North Hanover Street, Carlisle, Pennsylvania. You
are advised that this list is kept as a convenience to you and you are not bound to
choose a counselor from this list. All necessary arrangements and the cost of
counseling session are to be bome by you and your spouse.
If you desire to pursue counseling, you must make your request for counseling
within twenty days of the date on which you receive this notice. Failure to do so will
constitute a waiver of your right to request counseling.
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARGRET C. BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
VS.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
No.
IN DIVORCE
COMPLAINT IN DIVORCE
CIVIL TERM
AND NOW, comes the Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic, by her Attorney, William A.
Cornell, Esquire, and in filing this Complaint does seek to obtain a Final Decree in
Divorce from the above-named Defendant and Distribution of Marital Property upon the
grounds hereinafter more fully set forth:
COUNTY 1 - SECTION 3301(c)
1. The Plaintiff is Margaret C. Bogovic, who resides at 185 Newberry Commons - #
342, Etters, York County, Pennsylvania, 17319.
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2. The Defendant is Brian L. Bogovic, Sr., who resides at 4 Greenwood Drive,
Middletown, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania 17057.
3. The Plaintiff has resided in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for at least six (6)
months immediately previous to the commencement of this action.
4. The Defendant has resided in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for at least six
(6) months immediately previous to the commencement of this action.
5. The Plaintiff and Defendant were married on November 6, 1999, in Steelton,
Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
6. There has been no prior action for divorce or annulment of the marriage filed by
either party in this action in this or any other jurisdiction.
7. The Plaintiff has been advised of the availability of counseling and has the right
to request that the Court require the parties to participate in counseling.
6. The marriage is irretrievably broken.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays your Honorable Court to enter a Final Decree in
Divorce from the bonds of matrimony.
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COUNT II - Section 3301(d)
9. The Plaintiff incorporates by reference paragraphs 1 through 7 of this Complaint.
10. The parties to his action separated since at least December 30, 2002, and have
continued to live separate and apart since that time.
11. The marriage is irretrievably broken.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays your Honorable Court to enter a Final Decree in Divorce
from the Bonds of Matrimony.
COUNT III - EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION
12. Plaintiff incorporates herein by reference paragraphs 1 through 8 of this
Complaint.
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13. Plaintiff and Defendant possess various items of real and personal marital
property, as well as marital debts which are subject to equitable distribution by
this Court.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests your Honorable Court to equitably distribute all marital
property owned by the parties as well as all marital debts.
Respectfully Submitted by:
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William A. Cornell, Esquire
Attorney for Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic
PA Attorney I.D. 37732
222 South Front Street
Wormleysburg, PA 17043-1336
Phone: (717) 761-4755
Fax: (717) 761-3850
e-mail: w.oomell(Matt.net
VERIFICATION
I, Margaret C. Bogovic, verify that the statements made in this Complaint are true and
correct. I understand that false statement made herein are subject to the penalties of
18 Pa.C.S. Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Signed: l? l?' l e v1(Jt/
Margaret C. Bogovic.;'Plaintiff
Date:
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARGRET C. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Plaintiff 3gS
VS. No63a CIVIL TERM
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.
Defendant IN DIVORCE
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter my appearance as Attorney for the Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic, in
the above-captioned matter.
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WILLIAM A. CORNELL, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
PA Supreme Court ID # 37732
222 South Front Street
Wormleysburg, PA 17043
Phone: 717-761-4755
Fax: 717-761-3850
e-mail: w.cornell@att.net
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Plaintiff
N0C)3-_t9s2 CIVIL TERM
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IN CUSTODY
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODX
You have been sued in Court for:
[ ] Divorce [ ] Annulment
[ ] Distribution of Property [ ] Alimony
[ ] Child Support [ ] Alimony pendente lite,
counsel fees, costs and
(X ] Custody / Visitation expenses
If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the following pages, you must take
prompt action. You are warned that if you fail to do so, the case may proceed without
you and a decree of divorce or annulment may be entered against you by the Court. A
judgement may also be entered against you for any other claim or relief requested in
these papers by the Plaintiff. You may loose money or property or rights important to
you, including custody and visitation of your children.
When the ground for divorce is indignities or irretrievable breakdown of the marriage,
you may request marriage counseling. A list of marriage counselors is available in the
Office of the Prothonotary at:
Office of the Prothonotary
Cumberland County Court House
One Court House Square
Carlisle, PA 17013
IF YOU DO NOT FILE A CLAIM FOR ALIMONY, DIVISION OF PROPERTY,
LAWYERS FEES OR EXPENSES BEFORE A DIVORCE OR ANNULMENT IS
GRANTED, YOU MAY LOOSE THE RIGHT TO CLAIM ANY OF THEM.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE
OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
Two Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013
717-249-3166
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Plaintiff
NO. CIVIL TERM
V8.
IN CUSTODY
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
COMPLAINT FOR CUSTODY
AND NOW, comes Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic, by and through her Attorney, William
A. Cornell, Esquire, and requests This Honorable Court to grant her primary physical
and shared legal custody of the minor child of the above-named parties and does more
specifically aver the following:
1. Plaintiff is Margaret C. Bogovic, an adult individual currently residing at 185
Newberry Commons, # 342, Etters, York County, Pennsylvania, 17319. Within
five (5) days of this filing the Plaintiff will move to a new residence located at 613
Canvas Beach Drive, Etters, York County, Pennsylvania 17319.
2. Defendant is Brian L. Bogovic, Sr., an adult individual whose last known current
address is 4 Greenwood Drive, Middletown, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
17057.
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3. The parties are the natural parents of one (1) child, namely, Brian Lee Bogovic,
Jr., who was born on August 23, 2000.
4. The child was not born out of wedlock.
5. For the past five years, or since the child's birth, the child has resided with the
following persons at the following addresses for the following periods of time:
Name Address Dates
Margaret Bogovic 185 Newberry Commons
Etters, PA
Margaret Bogovic 3512 Beech Run Lane
Mechanicsburg, PA
Both Parents 3512 Beech Run Lane
Mechanicsburg, PA
5/30/03 to present
12130/00 to 5/30/03
Birth to 12/30/00
6. The natural mother of the child is Margaret C. Bogovic who resides as aforesaid.
She is and has been separated from the Defendant since December 29, 2002.
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7. The natural father of the child is Brian L. Bogovic, Sr., whose last known address
has been as aforesaid. He has been separated from the Plaintiff since
December 30, 2002.
8. The relationship of the Plaintiff to the child is that of natural mother. The Plaintiff
currently resides with friends temporarily while having a new home constructed.
The child, Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., has resided with the mother since the parties
separated.
9. The relationship of the Defendant to the child is that of natural father. The
Defendant's last known address is as aforesaid and is also the home of his
mother. Defendant has lived with his mother since the parties separated and it
is unknown if Defendant has moved to any other location or lives with any other
person(s) than his mother.
10. Plaintiff has not participated as a party or witness, or in any other capacity in any
other litigation concerning custody of the child except that Plaintiff filed a
Complaint for Child Support with the Domestic Relations Office of Cumberland
County, Docketed as 00142 S 2003, PACSES Case Number 936105256 and
did so while residing with the child at the marital residence in Mechanicsburg and
after the parties had separated.
11. It is in the best interest and permanent welfare of the child to grant the relief
requested because:
a) Plaintiff has been and continues to be the primary custodian for the
parties' child from the time of birth through present.
b) Plaintiff has been and continues to be the primary custodian for
purposes of planning and coordinating actions and decisions providing
the child with physical, emotional, psycWogical, educational and
social guidance and care.
c) Plaintiff, by virtue of her highly specialized skill and training as a
pediatric occupational therapist, is significantly better qualified to serve
as custodial parent of the child.
d) Plaintiff, by virtue of her self-employment and work from her home, is
far better prepared to provide child with care, attention,
companionship, guidance and affection.
e) Defendant, by virtue of his primary day-time employment and his
supplemental employment as a disc jocky in a bar until late hours is
unable to provide give or provide the child with appropriate care and
attention during normal hours.
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f) Defendant did only begin to show greater interest in more or expanded
visitation with the child after the support conference and realizing that
support determinations were tied to the extent of custody and visitation
and/or after being encouraged by others to seek greater visitation.
12. Plaintiff does not know any person or party to these proceedings who claims to
have custody or visitation rights with respect to the child.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff requests your Honorable Court to Order a Custody Conciliation
Conference followed by a hearing at which time Plaintiff should be granted primary
physical and shared legal custody of the child.
Tectfully mitted,
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WILLIAM A. CORNELL, ESQUIRE
Attorney for Plaintiff
PA Supreme Court ID 37732
222 South Front Street
Wormleysburg, PA 17043
Phone - 717-761-4755
Fax - 717-761-3850
e-mail - w.comell@aft. net
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VERIFICATION
I, Margaret C. Bogovic, verify that the statements made in this Complaint are true and
correct. I understand that false statement made herein are subject to the penalties of
18 Pa.C.S. Section 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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Signed:
Mar ret C. Bogovic, intiff
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
VS.
No. 03-3852 CIVIL TERM
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY U.S. MAIL
I, William A. Cornell, Esquire, Attorney for Plaintiff in the above-captioned matter, do say
and affirm that I did mail and send to the above-named Defendant, Brian L. Bogovic,
Sr., on August 8, 2003, by Certified Mail, Restricted Delivery, Return Receipt
Requested, a true and correct date-stamped copy the above-captioned Complaint In
Divorce which I filed with this Honorable Court on that same date. Attached hereto is
the original U.S. Postal Service receipt verifying purchase of postage for the mailing
and the signed and dated return receipt verifying Defendant's personal acceptance of
the aforesaid Complaint on August 9, 2003.
WILLIAM A. CORNELL, ESQ
Attorney for Plaintiff
PA Supreme Court ID 37732
222 South Front Street
Wormleysburg, PA 17043-1336
Phone: 717-761-4755
Fax: 717-761-3850
e-mail: w.comell@att.net
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff,
V. NO. 03-3852 CIVIL TERM
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
: CIVIL ACTION -
Defendant. : LAW IN DIVORCE
PRAECIPE TO ENTER APPEARANCE
TO: Cumberland County Prothonotary
Cumberland County Courthouse
One Courthouse Square
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Please enter the appearance of Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire, the undersigned, as
counsel of record for Defendant, Brian L. Bogovic, Sr.
Respectfully submitted,
THE LAW OFFICES OF
EDWARD J. MIMNAGH
Date: u us V 13 2,C03 BY
203 West Caracas Avenue, Suite 201
Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033-2178
Telephone: (717) 534-2600
Fax: (717) 534-1344
Attorney for Defendant
Attorney I D. # 87860
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.
DEFENDANT IN CUS'T'ODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Thursday August 14, 2003
upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before _Dawn S. Sunday Esq. the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsbur , PA 17055 on Wednesday, September 17, 2003 at 10:00 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ a w n S c, .I vso
Custody Conciliator----- - -
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court , please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
"AVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO
FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (71.7) 249-3166
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. 03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L.BOGOVIC
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this J'N day of o , 2003, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic and the Father, Brian L. Bogavic Sr., shall have shared
legal custody of Brian Lee Bogavic Jr., born August 23, 2000. Each parent shall have an equal right, to
be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency decisions affecting the
Child's general well-being including, but not limited to, all decisions regarding his health, education
and religion. Pursuant to the terms of this paragraph each parent shall be entitled to all records and
information pertaining to the Child including, but not limited to, school and medical records and
information.
2. The parties shall have physical custody of the Child in accordance with the following
schedule:
A. The Father shall have custody of the Child on alternating weekends from Saturday at
9:00 am through Tuesday morning before daycare.
B. The Father shall also have custody of the Child every Monday and Wednesday from
after daycare through the following morning, when the Father shall transport the Child
to daycare.
C. The Mother shall have custody of the Child at all times not otherwise specified for
the Father in this provision.
3. The parties shall share or alternate having custody of the Child on holidays as arranged by
agreement.
4. The parties shall submit themselves, their minor Child, and any other individuals residing
with the parties to a course of family counseling to be conducted by a licensed psychologist
specializing in Child development. The counselor shall be selected by agreement of the parties.
The counseling shall include a minimum of eight sessions for which the parties shall equally share all
costs. The purpose of the counseling shall be to obtain an assessment of the Child's ongoing
adjustment to the custody situation and to obtain recommendations for ensuring that the Child's needs
are met on an ongoing basis.
5. The parties and counsel shall attend an additional custody conciliation conference in the
office of the conciliator, Dawn S. Sunday, on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 at 1:00 pm in order to
review the custody arrangements and make any necessary adjustments following the family
counseling.
6. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody Conciliation
Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
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cc: 'lliam A. Cornell, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire - Counsel for Father
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
VS.
BRIAN L.BOGOVIC
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian Lee Bogovic Jr. August 23, 2000 Mother / Father
2. A Conciliation Conference was held on October 2, 2003, with the following individuals in
attendance: The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, with her counsel, William A. Cornell, Esquire, and the
Father, Brian L. Bogovic Sr., and his counsel, Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
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Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
Plaintiff
VS.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Aly-11,2004
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852
CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, thisY day of A, ? , 2004, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
I. The prior Order of this Court dated October 7, 2003 is vacated and replaced with this Order.
2. The parties shall have physical custody of the Child in accordance with the following
schedule:
A. The Father shall have custody of the Child on alternating weekends from Saturday at
9:00 a.m. through Tuesday morning before daycare.
B. The Father shall also have custody of the Child every Monday and Wednesday from after
daycare through the following morning, when the Father shall transport the Child to daycare.
C. The Mother shall have custody of the Child at all times not otherwise specified for the
Father in this provision.
3. The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared legal
custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23, 2000. The parties agree that major decisions
concerning their Child, including, but not necessarily limited to, the Child's health, welfare, education,
religious training and upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion and consultation with
each other, with a view toward obtaining and following a harmonious policy in the Child's best
interest. Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the affections of the Child from the other party.
Each party shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance concerning their Child that could
reasonably be expected to be of concern to the other. Day to day decisions shall be the responsibility
of the parent then having physical custody. Each parent shall notify the other parent as soon as
possible of any health problem, injury or similar medical emergency or treatment concerning the Child.
With regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the parent then having physical custody
of the Child at the time of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate decisions
necessitated thereby. However, that parent shall inform the other of the emergency and consult with
him or her as soon as possible. In accordance with 23 Pa. C.S.A 5309, each party shall be entitled to
complete and full information from any doctor, dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have
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copies of any reports or information given to either party as a parent authorized by statute. Mutual
agreement shall be made, in advance, regarding the following matters: enrollment or termination in a
particular school or school program, advancing or holding the Child back in school, authorizing
enrollment in college, authorizing their Child's driver's license or purchase of an automobile,
authorizing employment, authorizing either the Child's marriage or enlistment in the armed forces,
approving a petition for emancipation, authorizing foreign travel, passport application or exchange
student status.
4. The parties shall take the necessary steps to begin the transition from the Child's current
attendance at the East Shore Montessori School to the West Shore: Montessori School on a gradual
basis beginning with the 2004-2005 school year. The details of the transitional schedule shall be
coordinated by the parties through the two schools, to ensure that the Child's needs are met throughout
the transition process. The parties shall obtain confirmation in writing from the West Shore
Montessori School when the Child's adjustment is complete. The parties agree that their objective is
to enroll the Child full time in the West Shore Montessori School by January 2005.
5. The parties shall obtain an assessment from their current counselor, Sharon Starobin, M.S. as
to which equally shared custodial arrangement (alternating full weeks, the current schedule with more
frequent exchanges or some variation thereof) would best meet the Child's needs at the present time.
The parties shall sign all authorizations deemed necessary by the counselor in order to obtain
additional information pertaining to the Child from third parties, if necessary. The parties shall
cooperate in scheduling all sessions in a timely manner and, as soon as practicable, shall obtain
recommendations in writing from the counselor.
6. The parties shall share or alternate having custody of the Child on holidays as follows:
A. Christmas: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child from Christmas Eve at
9:00 a.m. through Christmas Day at 8:30 a.m., and the Mother shall have custody from
Christmas Day at 8:30 a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Year : In odd numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child from
New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m. and the Mother shall have
custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years, the
Mother shall have custody of the Child from New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's
Day at 9:00 a.m., and the Father shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until
8:00 p.m. For purposes of this provision, the entire New Year's holiday shall be deemed to fall
in the same year as New Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday period shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on
the holiday. The Father shall have custody of the Child on Thanksgiving in odd numbered
years and the Mother shall have custody in even numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The Mother shall have custody of the Child on Easter in odd numbered years and the
Father shall have custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Day/July 4a /Labor Da : The periods of holiday custody on Memorial Day,
July 4 and Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the holiday. In odd
numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child on Memorial Day and Labor Day
and the Mother shall have custody on July 4th. In even numbered years, the Mother shall have
custody of the Child on Memorial Day and Labor Day and the Father shall have custody on
July 4t .
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on
Trick or Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered
years, the Father shall have custody of the Child for Trick or Treat Night in his community
from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event Trick or Treat Night is scheduled on different
evenings in the parties' communities, the parent who does not have custody of the Child under
this provision, shall be entitled to have custody from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her
community's Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Du/Father's Day: In every year, the Mother shall have custody of the Child for
Mother's Day and the Father shall have custody of the Child for Father's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parents Birthdays: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child on May 10 for
the Father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However, in the event Mother's Day falls
on the Father's birthday, the Mother's Day holiday shall take precedence. The Mother shall
have custody of the Child every year on June 30 for the Mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until
8:00 p.m.
I. Child's Birthday: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on
August 23 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years, the Father shall have
custody of the Child on August 23 for the same time period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall supercede and take precedence over the regular and
vacation custody schedule, unless otherwise agreed between. the parties.
7. Each party shall be entitled to have custody of the Child for two non-consecutive weeks for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance written :notice to the other party by letter or
e-mail. The party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference on his or her selection of
vacation dates. Neither party shall schedule periods of custody under this provision during the other
party's holiday periods of custody unless otherwise agreed between the parties. Periods of custody
under this provision shall be scheduled from Saturday at 9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at
9:00 and shall begin on that party's regular weekend period of custody. Vacation time under this
provision may not be accumulated or rolled over into a subsequent year unless otherwise agreed
between the parties in writing. The parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the address
and telephone number where the Child can be contacted in the event of an emergency during vacation
periods.
8. Neither party shall do or say anything which may estrange the Child from the other parent,
injure the opinion of the Child asto the oth opmen
er parent, or hamper the free and natural develt of the
Child's love and respect for the other parent. Both parties shall ensure that third parties having contact
with the Child comply with this provision.
9. In the event a dispute arises in connection with the Child's change of Montessori schools or
within 60 days of receipt of the counselor's recommendations concerning the shared physical custody
schedule, counsel for either party may contact the conciliator to schedule an additional custody
conciliation conference.
10. This order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual written consent. In the
absence of mutual written consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY
Edward E. Guido J.
cc: L Wliam A. Cornell, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
?Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire - Counsel for Father
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Plaintiff
vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMAIRY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
follows: I. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr. August 23, 2000
Mother/Father
2. A conciliation conference was held on August 11, 2004, with the following individuals in
attendance: The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, with her counsel, William A. Cornell, Esquire, and the
Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
An '?p 'goo `>/ ^ A C>
Date l
Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
LAW OFFICES OF EDWARD J. MIMNAGH
EDWARD J. MMJNAGH, ESQUIRE
Attorney I.D. No. 87860
203 West Caracas Avenue
Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Telephone:( 717) 534-2600
Email: mimnagh.law@verizon.net
Attorney for Defendant/Petitioner
Brian L. Bogovic
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
v.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT'S PETITION FOR CONTEMPT AND
SPECIAL RELIEF PURSUANT TO Pa.R.C.P.1915.13
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Brian L. Bogovic, by and through his
counsel, Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire, and files this Defendant's Petition for Contempt
and Special Relief Pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1915.13 against Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic,
and in support thereof, respectfully represents as follows:
1. Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic (hereinafter referred to as "Mother'), is an
adult individual who currently resides at 613 Canvasbach Drive, Etters, York County,
Pennsylvania 17319.
2. Defendant, Brian L. Bogovic, Sr., (hereinafter referred to as "Father") is an
adult individual who currently resides at 117 Ewe Road, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania 17055.
3. Father and Mother (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "parties") are
the biological parents of one - (1) minor male child namely, Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr.,
(hereinafter referred to as "Brian Jr."), born August 23, 2000.
4. Mother filed a Complaint for Divorce on August 8, 2003, docketed to the
above term and number.
5. Mother filed a Complaint for Custody on August 12, 2003, also docketed
to the above term and number.
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6. That on October 7, 2003, The Honorable Edward E. Guido entered an
Order awarding Father and Mother shared legal custody of their minor child, Brian Jr.
A true and correct copy of Judge Guido's Order is attached hereto as Defendant's
Exhibit "A", and made a part hereof by reference thereto.
7. On August 24, 2004, Judge Guido entered an Order again awarding Father
and Mother shared legal custody of their minor child, Brian Jr. A true and correct copy
of Judge Guido's Order is attached hereto as Defendant's Exhibit "B", and made a part
hereof by reference thereto.
8. Paragraph 3 of Judge Guido's August 24, 2004, Order grants the parties
joint legal custody of Brian Jr. Specifically, Paragraph 3 states in relevant part:
"[e]ach party shall notify the other of any activity or
circumstance concerning their Child that could reasonably
be expected to be of concern to the other."
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9. Father, upon information and belief, avers that Mother has willfully failed
to abide by the Order as follows:
a) Brian Jr. is currently enrolled at the Montessori School and
Children's House (hereinafter referred to as "Montessori School") located at 5020
Ritter Road, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, and attends classes Monday through
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.;
b) Brian Jr. is also enrolled in before-school activities at the
Montessori School from 7:15 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.;
c) Brian Jr. is also enrolled in after-school activities at the
Montessori School from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.;
d) On or about October 1, 2004, Mother removed Brian Jr. from the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to a location undisclosed to Father. Mother failed
to notify Father that she was taking Brian Jr. to the State of Maryland. Mother failed
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to notify Father that both she and Brian Jr. had returned from Maryland at
approximately 3:00 p.m. on Monday, October 4, 2004.
e) On October 4, 2004, Mother, upon returning from the weekend
in Maryland, dropped Brian Jr. off at the Montessori School at approximately 3:00
p.m. so that when Father picked up Brian Jr. after work, he would be misled into
believing that Brian Jr. had been in school all day.
f) Mother failed to notify the Montessori School's admissions
department that Brain Jr. would be absent from school on Monday, October 4, 2004.
g) Due to Mother's failure to notify the admissions department,
Brian Jr. received an absent mark for Monday, October 4, 2004.
h) Father did not learn that Mother had taken Brain Jr. to
Maryland until the evening of Monday, October 4, 2004, when Brian Jr. himself
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notified Father that he spent the weekend in Maryland at the home of individuals
Brian Jr. identified as "Ben and Diane".
i) On or about October 7, 2004, Father notified Mother via e-mail
about his concerns regarding Mother's actions relative to Brian Jr. above-mentioned.
Specifically, Father informed Mother that as per the Court's Order she is obligated to
notify him and receive his consent before taking Brian Jr. out-of-state.
j) Mother failed to respond to Father's email until October 12,
2004, when she stated that "she didn t think to inform [Father] ... because I think of
the beach house as our second home." A true and correct copy of Mother's email is
attached hereto as Defendant's Exhibit "C", and made a part hereof by reference
thereto.
k) Father is unaware that Brian Jr. had ever been to a "beach
house" at any other time prior to October 1, 2004.
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1) On Friday, October 29, 2004, approximately four weeks after the
above incident took place, Mother again took Brian Jr. out of the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania to the State of New York. Mother again failed to notify Father before
taking Brian Jr. out-of-state. Mother again failed to notify Father that she and Brian
Jr. had returned from New York at approximately 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November
1, 2004.
m) Again Mother dropped Brian Jr. off at 4:00 p.m. at the
Montessori School with the aim of preventing Father from knowing that Brian Jr.
had indeed spent the weekend in New York and to prevent Father from learning
that Brian Jr. had missed another day of school.
n) Mother again failed to notify the Montessori School's
admissions department that Brian Jr. would be absent from school on Monday,
November 1, 2004.
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o) Brian Jr. again was marked absent.
p) Father did not learn that Mother had taken Brain Jr. to the State
of New York until the evening of November 1, 2004, when Brian Jr. again notified
Father that he had missed school that day due to Mothers actions.
q) Based on the content of Mother's e-mail dated October 12, 2004,
attached, Father believes and therefore avers that there have been numerous
occasions where Mother has previously removed Brian Jr. from the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania without his prior knowledge or consent and in direct contravention
to her obligation under the Court's Order of August 24, 2004.
r) Father believes and therefore avers, that based on Mother's
course of conduct after Father enlightened Mother of her obligation under the
Court's order of August 24, 2004, that Mother will continue to remove Brian Jr. from
the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania without Fathers knowledge or consent.
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10. Mother has willfully failed to comply with the custody provisions as
required by this Honorable Court, in spite of the fact that she has been, and continues to
be physically able to comply with the terms thereof.
11. Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 1915.13 provides as follows:
At any time after commencement of the action, the court
may on application or its own motion grant appropriate
interim or special relief. The relief may include but is not
limited to the award of temporary custody, partial custody
or visitation; the issuance of appropriate process directing
that a child or a party or person having physical custody of a
child be brought before the court; and a direction that a
person post security to appear with the child when directed
by the court or to comply with any order of the court.
12. On account of Mother's failure to abide by the Court's Order, Father has
incurred substantial counsel fees and costs.
13. On account of Mother's disregard for Brian Jr.'s best interest, Father's
legal custodial rights, and the provisions implicit in the Court Order, Mother should be
responsible for Father's reasonable counsel fees and costs.
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WHEREFORE, Father respectfully request that this Honorable Court
schedule a hearing to address Father's Petition for Contempt and, following said
hearing, enter an Order finding Mother in contempt and directing her to reimburse
Father for all attorneys fees and costs incurred by Father in the preparation,
presentation and hearing of this petition within ten -(10) days of being provided with
an invoice from Father's counsel evidencing said attorneys fees and costs, and pending
said hearing, to enter an order directing the following special relief to be made
permanent after said hearing:
a. Mother is prohibited from removing Brian Jr. from the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania unless she notifies Father in writing at least four -(4) days prior to her
intended trip and Father provides Mother with his express written consent.
b. Mother is prohibited from keeping Brian Jr. out of the Montessori School
for reasons other than for illness, unless she receives express written consent from
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Father and she instructs the Montessori School's admissions department
accordingly.
Date: November 11, 2004
Respectfully Submitted:
LA ES OF
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By:
EDWARD J. MI NAGH, ESQUIRE
Attorney I.D. No. 87860
203 West Caracas Avenue
Hershey, Pennsylvania 17033
Telephone (717) 534-2600
Attorney for Defendant/ Petitioner
Brain L. Bogovic
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VERIFICATION
I, BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, hereby verify and state that the facts set forth in the
foregoing document are true and correct to the best of my information, knowledge and
belief. I understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18
Pa. C.S.A. §4904 relating to unsworn verification to authorities.
DATE: //-//-,H `
BRIAN L. BOG?c IC
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
vs.
BRIAN L.BOGOVIC
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
JA AND NOW, this day of , 2003, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic and the Father, Brian L. Bogavic Sr., shall have shared
legal custody of Brian Lee Bogavic Jr., born August 23, 2000. Each parent shall have an equal right, to
be exercised jointly with the other parent, to make all major non-emergency decisions affecting the
Child's general well-being including, but not limited to, all decisions regarding his health, education
and religion. Pursuant to the terms of this paragraph each parent shall be entitled to all records and
information pertaining to the Child including, but not limited to, school and medical records and
information.
2. The parties shall have physical custody of the Child in accordance with the following
schedule:
A. The Father shall have custody of the Child on alternating weekends from Saturday at
9:00 am through Tuesday morning before daycare.
B. The Father shall also have custody of the Child every Monday and Wednesday from
after daycare through the following morning, when the Father shall transport the Child
to daycare.
C. The Mother shall have custody of the Child at all times not otherwise specified for
the Father in this provision.
3. The parties shall share or alternate having custody of the Child on holidays as arranged by
agreement.
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4. The parties shall submit themselves, their minor Child, and any other individuals residing
with the parties to a course of family counseling to be conducted by a licensed psychologist
specializing in Child development. The counselor shall be selected by agreement of the parties.
The counseling shall include a minimum of eight sessions for which the parties shall equally share all
costs. The purpose of the counseling shall be to obtain an assessment of the Child's ongoing
adjustment to the custody situation and to obtain recommendations for ensuring that the Child's needs
are met on an ongoing basis.
5. The parties and counsel shall attend an additional custody conciliation conference in the
office of the conciliator, Dawn S. Sunday, on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 at 1:00 pm in order to
review the custody arrangements and make any necessary adjustments following the family
counseling.
6. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a Custody Conciliation
Conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY T vURT,
J.
cc: William A. Cornell, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire - Counsel for Father
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. 03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC E= 0 C?
Defendant IN CUSTODY a
AUG 2 6 2004
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of 2004, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The prior Order of this Court dated October 7, 2003 is vacated and replaced with this Order.
2. The parties shall have physical custody of the Child in accordance with the following
schedule:
A. The Father shall have custody of the Child on alternating weekends from Saturday at
9:00 a.m. through Tuesday morning before daycare.
B. The Father shall also have custody of the Child every Monday and Wednesday from after
daycare through the following morning, when the Father shall transport the Child to daycare.
C. The Mother shall have custody of the Child at all times not otherwise specified for the
Father in this provision.
3. The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared legal
custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23, 2000. The parties agree that major decisions
concerning their Child, including, but not necessarily limited to, the Child's health, welfare, education,
religious training and upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion and consultation with
each other, with a view toward obtaining and following a harmonious policy in the Child's best
interest. Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the affections of the Child from the other party.
Each party shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance concerning their Child that could
reasonably be expected to be of concern to the other. Day to day decisions shall be the responsibility
of the parent then having physical custody. Each parent shall notify the other parent as soon as
possible of any health problem, injury or similar medical emergency or treatment concerning the Child.
With regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the parent then having physical custody
of the Child at the time of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate decisions
necessitated thereby. However, that parent shall inform the other of the emergency and consult with
him or her as soon as possible. In accordance with 23 Pa. C.S.A 5309, each party shall be entitled to
complete and full information from any doctor, dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have
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copies of any reports or information given to either party as a parent authorized by statute. Mutual
agreement shall be made, in advance, regarding the following matters: enrollment or termination in a
particular school or school program, advancing or holding the Child back in school, authorizing
enrollment in college, authorizing their Child's driver's license or purchase of an automobile,
authorizing employment, authorizing either the Child's marriage or enlistment in the armed forces,
approving a petition for emancipation, authorizing foreign travel, passport application or exchange
student status.
4. The parties shall take the necessary steps to begin the transition from the Child's current
attendance at the East Shore Montessori School to the West Shore Montessori School on a gradual
basis beginning with the 2004-2005 school year. The details of the transitional schedule shall be
coordinated by the parties through the two schools, to ensure that the Child's needs are met throughout
the transition process. The parties shall obtain confirmation in writing from the West Shore
Montessori School when the Child's adjustment is complete. The parties agree that their objective is
to enroll the Child full time in the West Shore Montessori School by January 2005.
5. The parties shall obtain an assessment from their current counselor, Sharon Starobin, M.S. as
to which equally shared custodial arrangement (alternating full weeks, the current schedule with more
frequent exchanges or some variation thereof) would best meet the Child's needs at the present time.
The parties shall sign all authorizations deemed necessary by the counselor in order to obtain
additional information pertaining to the Child from third parties, if necessary. The parties shall
cooperate in scheduling all sessions in a timely manner and, as soon as practicable, shall obtain
recommendations in writing from the counselor.
6. The parties shall share or alternate having custody of the Child on holidays as follows:
A. Christmas: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child from Christmas Eve at
9:00 a.m. through Christmas Day at 8:30 a.m., and the Mother shall have custody from
Christmas Day at 8:30 a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child from
New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m. and the Mother shall have
custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years, the
Mother shall have custody of the Child from New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's
Day at 9:00 am., and the Father shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until
8:00 p.m. For purposes of this provision, the entire New Year's holiday shall be deemed to fall
in the same year as New Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday period shall run from 9:00 am. until 8:00 p.m. on
the holiday. The Father shall have custody of the Child on Thanksgiving in odd numbered
years and the Mother shall have custody in even numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of custody shall run from 9:00 am. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The Mother shall have custody of the Child on Easter in odd numbered years and the
Father shall have custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Day/July O/Labor Day: The periods of holiday custody on Memorial Day,
July 4h and Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the holiday. In odd
numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child on Memorial Day and Labor Day
and the Mother shall have custody on July 4 h. In even numbered years, the Mother shall have
custodZ of the Child on Memorial.Day and Labor Day and the Father shall have custody on
July 4 .
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on
Trick or Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered
years, the Father shall have custody of the Child for Trick or Treat Night in his community
from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event Trick or Treat Night is scheduled on different
evenings in the parties' communities, the parent who does not have custody of the Child under
this provision, shall be entitled to have custody from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her
community's Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year, the Mother shall have custody of the Child for
Mother's Day and the Father shall have custody of the Child for Father's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parents' Birthdays: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child on May 10 for
the Father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However, in the event Mother's Day falls
on the Father's birthday, the Mother's Day holiday shall take precedence. The Mother shall
have custody of the Child every year on June 30 for the Mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until
8:00 p.m.
I. Child's Birthday: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on
August 23 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years, the Father shall have
custody of the Child on August 23 for the same time period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall supercede and take precedence over the regular and
vacation custody schedule, unless otherwise agreed between the parties.
7. Each party shall be entitled to have custody of the Child for two non-consecutive weeks for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance written notice to the other party by letter or
e-mail. The party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference on his or her selection of
vacation dates. Neither party shall schedule periods of custody under this provision during the other
party's holiday periods of custody unless otherwise agreed between the parties. Periods of custody
under this provision shall be scheduled from Saturday at 9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at
9:00 and shall begin on that party's regular weekend period of custody. Vacation time under this
provision may not be accumulated'or rolled'over into a subsequent year unless otherwise agreed
between the parties in writing. The parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the address
and telephone number where the Child can be contacted in the event of an emergency during vacation
periods.
8. Neither party shall do or say anything which may estrange the Child from the other parent,
injure the opinion of the Child as to the other parent, or hamper the free and natural development of the
Child's love and respect for the other parent. Both parties shall ensure that third parties having contact
with the Child comply with this provision.
9. In the event a dispute arises in connection with the Child's change of Montessori schools or
within 60 days of receipt of the counselor's recommendations concerning the shared physical custody
schedule, counsel for either party may contact the conciliator to schedule an additional custody
conciliation conference.
10. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual written consent. In the
absence of mutual written consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY
Edward E. Guido J.
cc: William A. Cornell, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire - Counsel for Father
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Edward J. Mimnagh
From: dara.delizio@comcast.net
Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2004 8:39 AM
To: Ed Mimnagh
Subject: Re: Brian (fwd)
Margaret's response to our last email and our's back to her...
Dara & Brian
-------------- Forwarded Message: --------------
From: djbbrianb@comcast.net
To: Margaret Gryczko-Bogovic <mgryczko@earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Brian
Date: Tue, 12 Oct 2004 13:37:44 +0000
Thank you for keeping me informed of Brian's appointments. Would you please try to schedule
his appointments for either before or after school (around 8am or after 3pm)? He really enjoys
being at this school and I think it interrupts his day when he is taken out of school after already
being there. We are willing to accomodate any appointment you make for him that you may be
unable to take him to.
I understand that you think of the beach house as your "second home". Regardless of that fact, it
is still inappropriate for you to take Brian out of state without my knowledge.
Also, regardless of whose custodial time it is, it is inappropriate for Brian to miss or be
dismissed from school for any reason other than him being sick, to attend a doctor/dentist
appointment, or if a family emergency arises (which we should inform each other of
immediately so that arrangements may be made so he does not have to miss school).
Brian
-------------- Original message --------------
> Brian,
> I wanted to remind you that Brian has a dentist appointment tomorrow
> morning. I will be picking him up at school. Also, I wanted let you know that
> I didn't think to inform you that I was taking Brian out of state because I
> think of the beach house as our second home. As far as yesterday is conserved,
> I was thinking that the day fell into my ccustodial time. His aunt was in from
> New York City due to Columbia's break and she wanted to see Brian.
> Margaret
11/10/2004
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 03-3852
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, EDWARD J. MIMNAGH, ESQUIRE, attorney for Defendant herein, do hereby
certify that on this date I served the foregoing Defendant's Petition for Contempt and
Special Relief Pursuant to Pa.R.C.P.1915.13 by depositing a true and exact copy thereof
in the United States mail, first class, postage prepaid, addressed as follows:
William A. Cornell, Esquire
222 South Front Street
Wormelsyburg, PA-17( 31
Date: November 11, 2004
By:
EDWAR J. IMNAGH
EDWARD J. MIMNAGH, ESQUIRE
Attorney I.D. No. 87860
203 West Caracas Avenue
Hershey, PA 17033
Telephone:( 717) 534-2600
Attorney for Defendant/ Petitioner
Brian L. Bogovic
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
DEFENDANT
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
. IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Thursday, December 02, 2004 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before ]Dawn S. Sunday, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 on Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at 2:30 PM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing; Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: Daum S. Sunday, Esq. mhc
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the
scheduled conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. NO. 03-3852
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION -- LAW
Defendant : IN CUSTODY
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. : NO. 03-3852 CIVIL TERM
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR., CIVIL ACTION LAW
Defendant IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT OF CONSENT
A Complaint in Divorce under Section 3301(c) of the Divorce Code was filed on
August 8, 2003.
2. The marriage of Plaintiff and Defendant is irretrievably broken, and ninety (90)
days have elapsed from the date of the filing and service of the Complaint.
3. I consent to the entry of a final decree of divorce after service of notice of
intention to request entry of the decree.
I verifv that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. Section 4904 relating to
unswom falsification to authorities.
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Plaintiff
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BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3852 CIVIL TERM
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN DIVORCE
WAIVER OF NOTICE OF INTENTION TO REQUEST ENTRY
OF DIVORCE DECREE UNDER & 3301(c) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
1. I consent to the entry of a final Decree of Divorce without notice.
2. I understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property,
lawyer's fees or expenses if I do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
I understand that I will not be divorced until a Divorce Decree is entered by the
Court and that a copy of the Decree will be sent to me immediately after it is filed with the
Prothonotary.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. § 4904 relating to unswom
falsification to authorities.
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MARGARET C. GRYCZKO-BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
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BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2003-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN DIVORCE
AFFIDAVIT UNDER § 3301(d) OF THE DIVORCE CODE
NOTICE
IF YOU WISH TO DENY ANY OF THE STATEMENTS SET FORTH IN THIS
AFFIDAVIT, YOU MUST FILE A COUNTER-AFFIDAVIT WITHIN TWENTY DAYS AFTER
THIS AFFIDAVIT f IAS BEEN SERVED ON YOU OR THE STATEMENTS WILL BE
ADMITTED.
1. A Complaint in divorce under section 3301(d) of the Divorce Code was filed
on August 8, 2003.
2. The parties to this action separated on December 30, 2002, and have
continued to live separate and apart for a period of at least two (2) years.
3. The marriage is irretrievably broken.
4. 1 understand that I may lose rights concerning alimony, division of property,
lawyer's fees or expenses if I do not claim them before a divorce is granted.
I verify that the statements made in this affidavit are true and correct. I understand
that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S. §4904 relating
to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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MARGARET C. GRYCZKO-BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
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BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly withdraw my appearance on
above-captioned actions.
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Kindly enter my appearance on behalf of Margaret Bogovic, Plaintiff in the
above-captioned actions.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2003-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN DIVORCE
P.O. Box 1166
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
(717) 232-8000
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Plaintiff
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BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
CUSTODY
PRAECIPE TO WITHDRAW APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please withdraw the appearance
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as counsel for Brian L.
Bogovic, Defendant in the above-captioned
Date: August L, 2005
Edward J. nagh, wire
I.D. No. 87 60
203 West Caracas Avenue, Suite 201
Hershey, PA 17033-1567
(717) 534-2600
PRAECIPE TO ENTER APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please enter the appearance of Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire, as counsel for Brian L.
Bogovic, Defendant in the above-captioned matter
Date: Au st 2 -Z , 2005
Max J. Smith, Jr., Esqu r
I.D. No. 32114
Jarad W. Handelman, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033-0650
(717) 533-3280
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• Margaret C. Gryczko-Bogovic
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McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
J. Paul Helvy
Attorney ID No. 53148
100 Pine Street
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
(717) 232-8000
(717) 237-5300 facsimile
phelvy(a)mwn.com
Attorneys for Plaintiff
MARGARET C. GRYCZKO-BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
NO. 2003-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN DIVORCE
PETITION FOR ENFORCEMENT OF MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
AND NOW, this St day of hQ(' 0('btA , 2005, comes the Plaintiff,
Margaret C. Gryczko-Bogovic, now known as Margaret C. Myers, by and through her
attorneys, McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, and files this Petition to Enforce the Marital
Settlement Agreement, and in support thereof avers as follows:
1. Plaintiff Margaret C. Gryczko-Bogovic, now known as Margaret C. Myers, is
an adult individual with a current address of 2515 Overlook Street, York, York County,
Pennsylvania.
2. Defendant Brian L. Bogovic, Sr, is an adult individual currently residing at 117
Ewe Drive, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
3. On September 2, 2005, the parties entered into a comprehensive Marital
Settlement Agreement, resolving all of the outstanding issues between them in the above-
captioned divorce action. A true and correct copy of the Marital Settlement Agreement is
attached hereto as Exhibit "A."
LUMP SUM PAYMENT TO PLAINTIFF
4. In Paragraph 5.8 of the Marital Settlement Agreement, the parties agreed that
Defendant would be required to make a cash payment to Plaintiff of $2,500, to be paid
within 60 days of the signing of the Marital Settlement Agreement. See Exhibit "A."
5. During the 60-day period, Defendant neither offered to pay nor made any payment
to Plaintiff towards his obligation under the Marital Settlement Agreement.
6. On November 8, 2005, Counsel for Plaintiff sent a letter to Defendant to
remind him of his past-due obligation under the Marital Settlement Agreement to make the
lump sum payment to Plaintiff. A true and correct copy of the letter dated November 8,
2005 is attached hereto as Exhibit T."
7. In his email dated November 15, 2005, Defendant informed Plaintiff that she
"couldn't get water out of a dry well" and alleged that he would make payments to Plaintiff
until his obligation was paid. A true and correct copy of the email dated November 15, 2005
is attached hereto as Exhibit "C."
8. At no point did Plaintiff agree to modify the Marital Settlement Agreement to
allow Defendant to make payments to her.
9. Only after Plaintiff incurred counsel fees did Defendant make a $1000
payment to Plaintiff.
10. Defendant received significant assets under the parties' Marital Settlement
Agreement in exchange for his obligations under the Agreement, including the lump sum
payment to Plaintiff.
11. As of the filing of this Petition, Defendant still owes Plaintiff $1,500 to fulfill his
obligation under the Marital Settlement Agreement.
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ATTORNEYS'FEES
12. Paragraph 11 of the Marital Settlement Agreement states as follows:
If either party hereto is in breach of any provision hereof, the other party shall
have the right, at his or her election, to sue for damages for such breach, or
seek such other remedies or relief as may be available to him or her. The
non-breaching party shall be entitled to recover from the breaching party all
reasonable costs, expenses and legal fees actually incurred in the
enforcement of the rights of the non-breaching party.
13. Plaintiff has incurred $320.00 in counsel fees, costs and expenses as a direct
result of Defendant's breach of the terms of the Marital Settlement Agreement and expects
to incur additional counsel fees for the presentation of this petition.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Margaret C. (Gryczko-Bogovic) Myers, respectfully requests
that the Court grant the following relief pursuant to 23 Pa.C.S. §3502(e) and the terms of
the Marital Settlement Agreement:
1. Order Brian L. Bogovic, Sr. immediately to pay to Margaret (Gryczko-
Bogovic) Myers the remaining amount of $1,500 still outstanding under the terms of the
Marital Settlement Agreement;
2. Order Brian L. Bogovic, Sr. to reimburse Margaret (Gryczko-Bogovic) Myers
for all of her reasonable counsel fees, costs and expenses that she incurred as a direct
result of Mr. Bogovic's breach of the terms of the Marital Settlement Agreement; and,
4. Any and all relief that the Court deems appropriate.
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
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MARITAL SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made this 2" day of 5-c-r?b"- , 2005, by and
between MARGARET C. GRYCZKO-BOGOVIC, 613 Canvas Back Drive, Etters,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania (hereinafter referred to as "Wife"), and BRIAN L.
BOGOVIC, SR., 117 Ewe Drive, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
17055 (hereinafter referred to as "Husband")
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the parties hereto are husband and wife, having been lawfully
married on November 6, 1999 at Steelton, Pennsylvania, and are the parents of the
following child:
Name
Date of Birth
Brian L. Bogovic, Jr. August 23, 2000
WHEREAS, the parties separated on December 30, 2002; and
WHEREAS, the parties hereto are desirous of settling fully and finally their
respective financial and property rights and obligations as between each other,
including, without limitation, the settling of all matters between them relating to the
ownership of real and personal property, and in general, the settling of any and all
claims and possible claims by one against the other or against their respective estates.
AND NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of these premises, and of the mutual
promises, covenants, and undertakings hereinafter set forth, and for other good and
valuable consideration, receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged by
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each of the parties hereto, Husband and Wife, each intending to be legally bound
hereby, covenant and agree as follows:
1. ADVICE OF COUNSEL. The provisions of this Agreement and their legal
effect have been fully explained to the parties by their respective counsel, J. Paul Helvy,
Esquire, of McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, for Wife, and Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire,
for Husband. Each party acknowledges that he or she has received independent legal
advice from counsel of his or her selection, and that each fully understands the facts
and has been fully informed as to his or her legal rights and obligations, and each party
acknowledges and accepts that this Agreement is, in the circumstances, fair and
equitable, and that it is being entered into freely and voluntarily, after having received
such advice and with such knowledge, and that execution of this Agreement is not the
result of any duress or undue influence, and that it is not the result of any improper or
illegal agreement or agreements. In addition, each party hereto acknowledges that he
or she has been fully advised by his or her respective attorney of the impact of the
Pennsylvania Divorce Code, whereby the court has the right and duty to determine all
marital rights of the parties including divorce, alimony, alimony pendente lite, equitable
distribution of all marital property or property owned or possessed individually by the
other, counsel fees and costs of litigation and, fully knowing the same and being fully
advised of his or her rights thereunder, each party hereto still desires to execute this
Agreement, acknowledging that the terms and conditions set forth herein are fair, just
and equitable to each of the parties, and waives his and her respective right to have the
Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County, or any other court of competent
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jurisdiction, make any determination or order affecting the respective parties' rights to a
divorce, alimony, alimony pendente lite, equitable distribution of all marital property,
counsel fees and costs of litigation.
2. DISCLOSURE OF ASSETS. Each of the parties hereto acknowledges
that he or she is aware of his or her right to seek discovery, including but not limited to,
written interrogatories, motions for production of documents, the taking of oral
depositions, the filing of inventories, and all other means of discovery permitted under
the Pennsylvania Divorce Code or the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure. Each of
the parties further acknowledges that he or she has discussed with counsel the concept
of marital property under Pennsylvania law and each is aware of his or her right to have
the real and/or personal property, estate and assets, earnings and income of the other
assessed or evaluated by the court of this Commonwealth or any other court of
competent jurisdiction. Husband and Wife represent and warrant that each has
disclosed to the other in full his or her respective assets, liabilities and income and that
this Agreement was negotiated and entered into on the basis of those disclosures. The
parties hereby acknowledge and agree that the division of assets as set forth in this
Agreement is fair, reasonable and equitable and is satisfactory to them. The remedies
available to either party for breach or violation of this provision shall be those remedies
available pursuant to law and equity. Each party retains the right to assert a claim
against the other for failure to fully and fairly disclose his or her income, assets and
liabilities, if it is later determined that there has been a failure to disclose, including but
not limited to a claim of constructive trust.
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3. PERSONAL RIGHTS. Husband and Wife may and shall, at all times
hereafter, live separate and apart. Each shall be free from all control, restraint,
interference and authority, direct or indirect, by the other in all respects as fully as if he
or she were unmarried. Each may reside at such place or places as he or she may
select. Each may, for his or her separate use or benefit, conduct, carry on or engage in
any business, occupation, profession or employment which to him or her may seem
advisable. This provision shall not be taken, however, to be an admission on the part of
either Husband or Wife of the lawfulness of the cause that led to, or resulted in, the
continuation of their living apart. Husband and Wife shall not molest, harass, disturb or
malign each other or the respective families of each other, nor compel or attempt to
compel the other to cohabit or dwell by any means or in any manner whatsoever with
him or her. Neither party will interfere with the use, ownership, enjoyment or disposition
of any property now owned by or hereafter acquired by the other.
4. MUTUAL CONSENT DIVORCE. Wife has filed an action for divorce in
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania filed to No. 2003-3852. Said action shall be limited
to divorce and neither party may assert any ancillary economic claims otherwise
authorized by the Divorce Code, which are specifically waived by the terms of this
Agreement. Counsel for Wife shall execute a Praecipe withdrawing all such ancillary
claims now pending of record at or prior to the execution of this Agreement. The parties
agree that each shall sign and have duly acknowledged an Affidavit of Consent to a
divorce and a Waiver of Notice upon execution of this agreement. Said Affidavits and
Waivers shall be promptly transmitted to counsel for Wife who will promptly file a
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Praecipe to Transmit Record and Vital Statistics form to precipitate the prompt entry of a
decree of divorce.
5. EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION.
5.1. Marital Residence. The parties acknowledge that they were the
joint owners of that certain house and lot and all improvements thereupon situated at
3512 Beech Run Lane, Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania (the "marital residence"). Since
separation, the parties have sold the marital residence and have divided the proceeds
from that sale to their satisfaction. The parties do hereby set over, transfer and assign
to the other party all right, title, claim and interest in and to all or any portion of the
proceeds that the other party received from the sale of the marital residence.
5.2. Contents of Wife's Residence, Contents of Husband's Residence
and Other Personal Propert y.
5.21. Husband shall and does hereby set over, transfer and assign
to Wife all of his right, title, claim and interest in and to all of the contents of Wife's
residence, including but not necessarily limited to all furniture, furnishings, rugs, carpets,
household appliances and equipment, clothes, jewelry, personalty and other items of
tangible property of whatever nature currently located in the marital residence as well as
other jewelry and personal property in Wife's possession as of the date of this
Agreement.
5.2.2. Wife shall and does hereby set over, transfer and assign to
Husband all of her right, title and interest in and to all of the contents of Husband's
residence, including but not necessarily limited to all furniture, furnishings, rugs, carpets,
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household appliances and equipment, clothes, jewelry, personalty and other items of
tangible property of whatever nature currently located in the said residence, as well as
other jewelry and personal property in Husband's possession as of the date of this
Agreement.
5.3. Wife's Pre-marital Real Propert y. The parties acknowledge that
Wife is the owner of that certain house and lot and all improvements thereupon situated
at Luce Street, Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Husband does hereby set
over, transfer and assign to Wife any and all of his right, title, claim and interest in and
to all or any portion of Wife's pre-marital real property located at Luce Street,
Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
5.4. Husband's Central Pennsylvania Teamsters Retirement Income
Plan Account. The parties agree that Husband has a retirement account with Central
Pennsylvania Teamsters Retirement Income Plan stemming from his employment with
United Parcel Service. Wife does hereby set over, transfer and assign to Husband any
and all of her right, title, claim and interest in and to all or any portion of Husband's
Central Pennsylvania Teamsters Retirement Income Plan account.
5.5. Wife's Federal Credit Union Account. The parties acknowledge that
Wife is the owner of a Federal Credit Union account. Husband does hereby set over,
transfer and assign to Wife any and all of his right, title, claim and interest in and to all or
any portion of Wife's Federal Credit Union Account.
5.6. 2000 Pontiac Firebird. The parties acknowledge that they are the
joint owners of a 2000 Pontiac Firebird. The 2000 Pontiac Firebird shall hereafter be
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the sole and exclusive property of Husband, subject to any and all liens and
encumbrances. Wife agrees to execute any documents necessary to transfer title of the
2000 Pontiac Firebird to Husband.
5.7. Kay Jewelers Account Debt. The parties acknowledge that they
are joint debtors on a Kay Jewelers account. Husband agrees to be fully responsible
and to indemnify and hold Wife harmless from any and all liability for the balance on the
Kay Jewelers account.
5.8. Cash Payment to Wife. Within sixty (60) days of the date of this
Agreement, Husband shall make a cash payment in the form of a cashier's or certified
check to Wife in the amount of $2,500.
5.9. Property of Wife. The parties agree that Wife shall own, possess,
and enjoy, free from any claim of Husband, the property awarded to her by the terms of
this Agreement. Husband hereby quitclaims, assigns and conveys to Wife all such
property, and waives and relinquishes any and all rights thereto, together with any
insurance policies covering that property, and any escrow accounts relating to that
property. This Agreement shall constitute a sufficient bill of sale to evidence the transfer
of any and all rights in such property from Husband to Wife.
5.10. Property of Husband. The parties agree that Husband shall own,
possess, and enjoy, free from any claim of Wife, the property awarded to him by the
terms of this Agreement. Wife hereby quitclaims, assigns and conveys to Husband all
such property, and waives and relinquishes any and all rights thereto, together with any
insurance policies covering that property, and any escrow accounts relating to that
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property. This Agreement shall constitute a sufficient bill of sale to evidence the transfer
of any and all rights in such property from Wife to Husband.
5.11. Assumption of Encumbrances. Unless otherwise provided herein,
each party hereby assumes the debts, encumbrances, taxes and liens on all the
property each will hold subsequent to the date of this Agreement, and each party
agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other party and his or her property from any
claim or liability that the other party will suffer or may be required to pay because of
such debts, encumbrances or liens. Each party in possession of property to be
awarded to the other party warrants that all dues, fees, assessments, mortgages, taxes,
insurance payments and the like attendant to such property are current, or if not current,
notice of any arrearage or deficiency has been given to the receiving party prior to the
execution of this Agreement.
5.12. Taxes. By this Agreement, the parties have intended to effectuate
and equitably divide their marital property. The parties have determined that such
division conforms to a right and just standard with regard to the rights of each party.
Except as may be otherwise expressly provided herein, the division of existing marital
property is not intended by the parties to constitute in any way a sale or exchange of
assets, and the division is being effected without the introduction of outside funds or
other property not constituting a part of the marital estate. As a part of the division of
the marital property and the marital settlement herein contained, each party shall
receive each item of property at the tax basis that existed for the item immediately
before the execution of this Agreement, and that this Agreement.ig not intended to affect
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the tax basis or tax status for the property received by the party. The parties agree to
save and hold each other harmless from all income taxes assessed against the other
resulting from the division of the property as herein provided.
The parties acknowledge that they have filed various joint income tax
returns during the course of their marriage. In filing each such return, each party has
relied exclusively upon the other party to provide truthful and accurate information
relating to the other party's employment income, business income or deductions, or
income from any other source. In the event that any additional taxes, penalties or
interest are assessed as a result of any such joint return, the party responsible for
under-reporting income or claiming any improper deduction shall indemnify and save
the other party harmless from such tax liability, penalties, interest, attorney's fees or
accountant's fees.
The parties acknowledge that Husband has paid the parties' outstanding
2000 IRS debt of approximately $10,000.
For calendar year 2005, unless otherwise agreed, each party shall report
the year 2005 earnings on the assets distributed to them on their respective federal,
state and local tax returns for 2005.
5.13. Liability Not Listed. Each party represents and warrants to the
other that he or she has not incurred any debt, obligation or other liability, other than
those described in this Agreement, on which the party is or may be liable. A liability not
disclosed in this Agreement will be the sole responsibility of the party who has incurred
or may hereafter incur it, and each party agrees to pay it as the same shall become due,
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and to indemnify and hold the other party and his or her property harmless from any and
all such debts, obligations and liabilities.
5.14. Indemnification of Wife. If any claim, action or proceeding is
hereafter initiated seeking to hold Wife liable for the debts or obligations assumed by
Husband under this Agreement, Husband will, at his sole expense, defend Wife against
any such claim, action or proceeding, whether or not well-founded, and indemnify her
and her property against any damages or loss resulting therefrom, including, but not
limited to, costs of court and attorney's fees incurred by Wife in connection therewith.
5.15. Indemnification of Husband. If any claim, action or proceeding is
hereafter initiated seeking to hold Husband liable for the debts or obligations assumed
by Wife under this Agreement, Wife will, at her sole expense, defend Husband against
any such claim, action or proceeding, whether or not well-founded, and indemnify him
and his property against any damages or loss resulting therefrom, including, but not
limited to, costs of court and attorney's fees incurred by Husband in connection
therewith.
5.16. Warranty as to Future Obligations. Except as set forth in this
Agreement, Husband and Wife each represents and warrants to the other that he or she
has not in the past or will not at any time in the future incur or contract any debt, charge
or liability for which the other, the other's legal representatives, property or estate may
be responsible. From the date of execution of this Agreement, each party shall use only
those credit cards and accounts for which that party is individually liable and the parties
agree to cooperate in closing any remaining accounts which provide for joint liability.
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Each party hereby agrees to indemnify, save and hold the other and his or her property
harmless from any liability, loss, cost or expense whatsoever incurred in the event of
breach hereof.
5.17. Release of Claims. Wife and Husband acknowledge and agree
that the property dispositions provided for herein constitute an equitable distribution of
their assets and liabilities pursuant to Section 3502 of the Divorce Code. Wife and
Husband hereby waive any right to division of their property except as provided for in
this Agreement. Furthermore, except as otherwise provided for in this Agreement, each
of the parties hereby specifically waives, releases, renounces and forever abandons
any claim, right, title or interest whatsoever he or she may have in property transferred
to the other party pursuant to this Agreement or identified in this Agreement as
belonging to the other party, and each party agrees never to assert any claim to said
property or proceeds in the future. The parties hereby expressly release and relinquish,
each to the other, every claim, demand, right and interest he or she may have in or
against the other, or against his or her estate, together with any income or earnings
thereon, arising from and during the marriage and of or from any other reason growing
out of the marital relationship. However, neither party is released or discharged from
any obligation under this Agreement or any instrument or document executed pursuant
to this Agreement. Husband and Wife shall hereafter own and enjoy independently of
any claim or right of the other, all items of personal property, tangible or intangible,
acquired by him or her from the date of execution of this Agreement with full power in
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him or her to dispose of the same as fully and effectively, in all respects and for all
purposes, as though he or she were unmarried.
6. SPOUSAL SUPPORT/ALIMONY WAIVER. The parties acknowledge that
by this Agreement they have each respectively secured sufficient financial resources to
provide for his or her own comfort, maintenance and support. The parties do hereby
acknowledge that inflation may increase or decrease, that their respective incomes and
assets may substantially increase in value, that either may be employed or unemployed
at various times in the future, and that notwithstanding these or other economic
circumstances, which may be changes in circumstances of a substantial and continuing
nature, the terms of this Agreement are just and reasonable. Therefore, except for the
provisions of this Agreement, the parties hereby expressly waive, discharge and release
any and all rights and claims which they may now or hereafter have, by reason of the
parties' marriage, to alimony, alimony pendente lite, support or maintenance, and they
further release any rights they may have to seek modification of the terms of this
Agreement in a court of law or equity, it being understood that the foregoing constitutes
a final determination for all time of either party's obligation to contribute to the support
and maintenance of the other. Except as provided for in this Agreement, it shall be,
from the execution date of this Agreement, the sole responsibility of each of the
respective parties to sustain himself or herself without seeking any additional support
from the other party. In the event that either of the parties shall seek a modification of
the terms of this paragraph, or in the event that Wife makes any claim for spousal
support or alimony other than as provided for by the terms of this Agreement, that party
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shall indemnify and hold the other party harmless from and against any loss resulting
therefrom, including counsel fees and costs.
7. COUNSEL FEES, COSTS AND EXPENSES. Each party shall be
responsible for his or her own legal fees, costs and expenses incurred in connection
with their separation and/or the dissolution of their marriage.
8. WAIVER OF INHERITANCE RIGHTS. Effective upon the signing of this
Agreement, Husband and Wife each waives all rights of inheritance in the estate of the
other, any right to elect to take against the Will or any trust of the other or in which the
other has an interest, and each of the parties waives any additional rights which said
party has or may have by reason of their marriage, except the rights saved or created
by the terms of this Agreement. This waiver shall be construed generally and shall
include, but not be limited, to a waiver of all rights provided under the laws of
Pennsylvania, or any other jurisdiction, and shall include all rights under the
Pennsylvania Divorce Code.
9. MODIFICATION. No modification, rescission, or amendment to this
Agreement shall be effective unless in writing signed by each of the parties hereto.
10. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Agreement is held by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be void, invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions
hereof shall nevertheless survive and continue in full force and effect without being
impaired or invalidated in any way.
11. BREACH. If either party hereto is in breach of any provision hereof, the
other party shall have the right, at his or her election, to sue for damages for such
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breach, or seek such other remedies or relief as may be available to him or her. The
non-breaching party shall be entitled to recover from the breaching party all reasonable
costs, expenses and legal fees actually incurred in the enforcement of the rights of the
non-breaching party.
12. WAIVER OF BREACH. The waiver by one party of any breach of this
Agreement by the other party will not be deemed a waiver of any other provision of this
Agreement.
13. NOTICE. Any notice to be given under this Agreement by either party to
the other shall be in writing and may be affected by registered or certified mail, return
receipt requested. Notice to Wife will be sufficient if made or addressed to the following:
Margaret C. Gryczko-Bogovic
613 Canvas Back Drive
Etters, PA 17319
and to Husband, if made or addressed to the following:
Brian L. Bogovic, Sr.
117 Ewe Drive
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania 17055
Each party may change the address for notice to him or her by giving notice of that
change in accordance with the provisions of this paragraph.
14. APPLICABLE LAW. All acts contemplated by this Agreement shall be
construed and enforced under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
15. DATE OF EXECUTION. The "date of execution" or "execution date" of
this Agreement shall be defined as the date upon which the parties signed the
Agreement if they do so on the same date, or if not on the same date, then the date on
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which the Agreement was signed by the last party to execute this Agreement. This
Agreement shall become effective and binding upon both parties on the execution date.
16. EFFECT OF RECONCILIATION OR RECONCILIATION ATTEMPT. This
Agreement shall remain in full force and effect even if the parties effect a reconciliation,
cohabit as Husband and Wife or attempt to effect a reconciliation. This Agreement shall
continue in full force and effect and there shall be no modification or waiver of any of the
terms hereof unless the parties in writing execute a statement declaring this Agreement
or any term of this Agreement to be null and void.
17. HEADINGS NOT PART OF AGREEMENT. Any headings preceding the
text of the several paragraphs and subparagraphs hereof are inserted solely of
convenience of reference and shall not constitute a part of this Agreement nor shall they
effect its meaning, construction or affect.
18. AGREEMENT BINDING ON PARTIES AND HEIRS. This Agreement,
except as otherwise expressly provided herein, shall bind the parties hereto and their
respective heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, assigns, and
successors in any interest of the parties.
19. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. Each party acknowledges that he or she has
carefully read this Agreement, including other documents to which it refers; that he or
she has discussed its provisions with an attorney of his or her own choice, and has
executed it voluntarily and in reliance upon his or her own attorney; and that this
instrument expresses the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subjects
it purports to cover and supersedes any and all prior agreements between the parties.
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This Agreement should be interpreted fairly and simply, and not strictly for or against
either of the parties.
20. MUTUAL COOPERATION. Each party shall on demand execute and
deliver to the other any deeds, bills of sale, assignments, consents to change of
beneficiaries of insurance policies, tax returns, and other documents, and shall do or
cause to be done every other act or thing that may be necessary or desirable to
effectuate the provisions and purposes of this Agreement. If either party unreasonably
fails on demand to comply with these provisions, that party shall pay to the other party
all attorney's fees, costs, and other expenses reasonably incurred as a result of such
failure.
21. AGREEMENT NOT TO BE MERGED. This Agreement shall remain in full
force and effect in the event of the parties' divorce. This Agreement shall not be
merged into said decree. The parties shall have the right to enforce this Agreement
under the Divorce Code of 1980, as amended, and in addition, shall retain any remedies
in law or in equity under this Agreement as an independent contract. Such remedies in
law or equity are not waived or released by this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto set their hands and seals on the
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dates of their acknowledgments.
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attorneys at law
FILL UAPY
J. PAUL HELW
DIRECT DIAL: (717) 237-5343
E-MAIL AUORESS'. PHELVY@MW N.COM
November 8, 2005
Max J. Smith, Jr.
James, Smith, Dietrerick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
RE: Bogovic v. Bogovic
Dear Max:
Pursuant to paragraph 5.8 of the Marital Settlement Agreement entered into between
the parties, your client owes my client $2,500.00. 5.8 states that this $2,500.00 payment is
to be made within sixty days of the date of the agreement. Sixty days has come and
passed.
Please be advised that if this payment is not received within ten (10) days of the date
of this letter, a Petition for Enforcement will be filed in which I will be requesting payment of
attorney's fees.
Very truly yours,
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
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From: djbbrianb@com cast, net
To: Margaret Myers
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2005 11:54 AM
Subject: Re: your mail
We were only made aware of the same issues on Friday as you were on Thursday. There were a few
items that happened on Friday that Ms. Dawn wanted to make you aware of, but as I stated, you had
picked him up while she had to step out. The director does not know what happens in the classroom all
day long. She would not be the proper person to find out behavior from. I suggested from the beginning
that we should have Brian visit with a counselor. I offered to make appointments but you don't seem to
listen to anyone else's opinion. I also agreed with the co-parenting and gave you my decision of who I
would like to see. You dropped the issue so I just assumed you did not want to proceed.
Brian informed us that he does not sleep in his bed at all at Ben's house. It is disturbing for you to
continue this behavior. I am also aware that this behavior has been going on for a long time, while you
were still living at your last residence.We have never had an issue with Brian getting out of his bed at
night. He goes to his room by himself, we tuck him in, say our goodnights, and he is asleep in 15-20
minutes. Yes, he gets up to go to the bathroom on occasion, but goes right back into his bed.
Yes, you mentioned to us at dinner about possibly having some vacation time around Christmas. My
position stands. I do not think it is wise to alter the new custody schedule so soon. It is only fair for us to
have the schedule in place so that we all get to spend time with Brian around the holidays.
Not once did you contact me about the money. At this point, it really doesn't matter whether you are
willing to make an agreement outside of the divorce decree or not. You can't get water out of a dry well.
will send you a payment for what I can at this time and will continue to make payments until the $2500 is
paid in full.
Brian
P.S. KinderCare is not a "daycare" it is a school. Please refer to it as such.
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, on this 511-?- day of ISO OYALVA _, 2005, I, Lynn B. Lowe,
Secretary for J. Paul Helvy, Esquire, hereby certify that I have served a true and correct
copy of the within document, via first class mail postage paid as follows:
Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire
203 West Caracas Avenue
Suite 201
Hershey, PA 17033
Max J. Smith, Esquire
James Smith Dietrick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, Pa 17033
Brian L. Bogovic, Sr.
117 Eure Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
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Lynn B. Lc e, Secretary for
J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
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MARGARET C. GRYCZKO-BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PA
NO. 2003-3852
IN DIVORCE
RULE TO SHOW CAUSE
AND NOW, this ! day of , 2005, upon consideration of the Petition
for Enforcement of Marital Settlement Agreement, a Rule is entered upon Defendant, Brian
L. Bogovic, Sr., to show cause why the Petition should not be granted.
This Rule is returnable a-0 days after service.
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BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2003-3852'
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN DIVORCE
PRAECIPE TO WITHDRAW
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Plaintiff, Margaret C. Gryczko-Bogovic, hereby withdraws her Petition for
Enforcement of Marital Settlement Agreement with respect to the above-captioned
matter.
Dated: nIG I0f
Respectfully submitted,
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
By
J,OaLl Helv squire
McNees allace & rick LLC
100 K Re Street
P.O Box 116
Harr PA 17108 1166
(717) 232-8000
(717) 237-5300 Fax
Attorneys for Plaintiff
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I hereby certify that a true and correct copy of the foregoing Praecipe was
served by United States first-class mail, postage prepaid, upon the following:
Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire
203 West Caracas Avenue
Suite 201
Hershey, PA 17033
Max J. Smith, Esquire
James Smith Dietrick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, Pa 17033
Brian L. Bogovic, Sr.
117 Ewe Drive
Mechanicsburg, PA
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Lynn Lowe, Secretary for
J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
Attorney for Plaintiff
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McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
By: J. Paul Helvy
Attorney ID No. 53148
100 Pine Street
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
(717) 232-8000
(717) 237-5300 facsimile
phelvy(o)mwn.com
Attorneys for Plaintiff
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION- LAW
IN CUSTODY
PETITION FOR MODIFICATION OF CUSTODY ORDER
AND NOW, comes Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic, now known as Margaret C. Myers,
by and through her attorneys, McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, and hereby petitions the Court
to modify the Order of Custody entered on August 24, 2004, and in support thereof, avers
the following:
1. The Plaintiff is Margaret C. Myers (hereinafter "Mother'), who currently resides
at 2515 Overlook Street, York, York County, Pennsylvania.
2. The Defendant is Brian L. Bogovic, Sr. (hereinafter "Father"), who currently
resides at 117 Ewe Drive, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
3. The parties hereto are the parents of the following minor child:
NAME PRESENT RESIDENCE D.O.B.
Brian L. Bogovic, Jr. 2515 Overlook Street 8/23/00
York, PA
4. On August 24, 2004, the Court entered an Order of Court granting Mother
primary physical custody, and the parties shared legal custody of the child, with Father
having custody on alternating weekends from Saturday through Tuesday morning and every
Monday and Wednesday overnight. A true and correct copy of the Order of Court dated
August 24, 2004 is attached hereto as Exhibit "A," and is incorporated herein.
5. On December 30, 2005, the Court entered another Order requiring the parties
to participate in a custody evaluation.
5. In 2005, the parties participated in the custody evaluation, which was
performed by Kasey Shienvold, Psy.D. Dr. Shienvold recommended that Mother continue to
have primary physical custody of the child, but that the schedule should be rearranged so
that Father would have custody of the child Wednesday and Thursday overnights, and every
other Friday and Saturday overnights to make the schedule less hectic. In addition, Dr.
Shienvold recommended that the parties begin counseling with a co-parent counselor and
that the child work with a child therapist. A true and correct copy of Dr. Shienvold's report
dated July 11, 2005 is attached hereto as Exhibit "B," and is incorporated herein.
6. The parties implemented Dr. Shienvold's physical custody schedule in
November 2005. To date, Father still is refusing to attend co-parent counseling.
7. In the fall of 2006, the child will begin attending kindergarten.
8. Mother has always been the child's primary caregiver, and continues to take
the lead in scheduling appointments and providing for the child's health and welfare.
8. Mother believes that at the time the child begins kindergarten, it will be in the
child's best interest to have Mother be his primary custodian during the school week. This
arrangement will provide the child with a more stable environment than the current schedule.
The current custody arrangement requires too much moving back and forth between the
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parents' homes. It would be too disruptive to the child's schedule to switch from Mother's
home to Father's home in the middle of the school week.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Honorable Court enter an
Order granting Mother primary physical custody of the child during the week when the child
begins kindergarten in Fall 2006.
Respectfully submitted,
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
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Dated: oI rney ID No. 53148
100 Pine Street
Harrisburg, PA 171(L-11
(717) 232-8000
(717) 237-5300 facsimile
Attorneys for Plaintiff
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VERIFICATION
Subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S.A. § 4904 relating to unswom falsification to
authorities, I hereby certify that the facts set forth in the foregoing document are true and
correct to the best of my information and belief.
Dated: I [ 1_I /a 61
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. 03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this g 'Y day of 2004, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The prior Order of this Court dated October 7, 2003 is vacated and replaced with this Order.
2. The parties shall have physical custody of the Child in accordance with the following
schedule:
A. The Father shall have custody of the Child on alternating weekends from Saturday at
9:00 a.m. through Tuesday morning before daycare.
B. The Father shall also have custody of the Child every Monday and Wednesday from after
daycare through the following morning, when the Father shall transport the Child to daycare.
C. The Mother shall have custody of the Child at all times not otherwise specified for the
Father in this provision.
3. The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared legal
custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23, 2000. The parties agree that major decisions
concerning their Child, including, but not necessarily limited to, the Child's health, welfare, education,
religious training and upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion and consultation with
each other, with a view toward obtaining and following a harmonious policy in the Child's best
interest. Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the affections of the Child from the other party.
Each party shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance concerning their Child that could
reasonably be expected to be of concern to the other. Day today decisions shall be the responsibility
of the parent then having physical custody. Each parent shall notify the other parent as soon as
possible of any health problem, injury or similar medical emergency or treatment concerning the Child.
With regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the parent then having physical custody
of the Child at the time of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate decisions
necessitated thereby. However, that parent shall inform the other of the emergency and consult with
him or her as soon as possible. In accordance with 23 Pa. C.S.A 5309, each party shall be entitled to
complete and full information from any doctor, dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have
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copies of any reports or information given to either parry as a parent authorized by statute. Mutual
agreement shall be made, in advance, regarding the following matters: enrollment or termination in a
particular school or school program, advancing or holding the Child back in school, authorizing
enrollment in college, authorizing their Child's driver's license or purchase of an automobile,
authorizing employment, authorizing either the Child's marriage or enlistment in the armed forces,
approving a petition for emancipation, authorizing foreign travel, passport application or exchange
student status.
4. The parties shall take the necessary steps to begin the transition from the Child's current
attendance at the East Shore Montessori School to the West Shore Montessori School on a gradual
basis beginning with the 2004-2005 school year. The details of the transitional schedule shall be
coordinated by the parties through the two schools, to ensure that the Child's needs are met throughout
the transition process. The parties shall obtain confirmation in writing from the West Shore
Montessori School when the Child's adjustment is complete. The parties agree that their objective is
to enroll the Child full time in the West Shore Montessori School by January 2005.
5. The parties shall obtain an assessment from their current counselor, Sharon Starobin, M.S. as
to which equally shared custodial arrangement (alternating full weeks, the current schedule with more
frequent exchanges or some variation thereof) would best meet the Child's needs at the present time.
The parties shall sign all authorizations deemed necessary by the counselor in order to obtain
additional information pertaining to the Child from third parties, if necessary. The parties shall
cooperate in scheduling all sessions in a timely manner and, as soon as practicable, shall obtain
recommendations in writing from the counselor.
6. The parties shall share or alternate having custody of the Child on holidays as follows
A. Christmas: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child from Christmas Eve at
9:00 a.m. through Christmas Day at 8:30 a.m., and the Mother shall have custody from
Christmas Day at 8:30 a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child from
New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m. and the Mother shall have
custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years, the
Mother shall have custody of the Child from New Year's Eve; at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's
Day at 9:00 a.m., and the Father shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until
8:00 p.m. For purposes of this provision, the entire New Year's holiday shall be deemed to fall
in the same year as New Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday period shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on
the holiday. The Father shall have custody of the Child on Thanksgiving in odd numbered
years and the Mother shall have custody in even numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The Mother shall have custody of the Child on Easter in odd numbered years and the
Father shall have custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Day/July O'/Labor Day: The periods of holiday custody on Memorial Day,
July e and Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the holiday. In odd
numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child on Memorial Day and Labor Day
and the Mother shall have custody on July 4a'. In even numbered years, the Mother shall have
custody of the Child on Memorial Day and Labor Day and the Father shall have custody on
July 4t .
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on
Trick or Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered
years, the Father shall have custody of the Child for Trick or Treat Night in his community
from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event Trick or Treat Night is scheduled on different
evenings in the parties' communities, the parent who does not have custody of the Child under
this provision, shall be entitled to have custody from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her
community's Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year, the Mother shall have custody of the Child for
Mother's Day and the Father shall have custody of the Child for Father's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parents' Birthdays: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child on May 10 for
the Father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However, in the event Mother's Day falls
on the Father's birthday, the Mother's Day holiday shall take; precedence. The Mother shall
have custody of the Child every year on June 30 for the Mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until
8:00 p.m.
1. Child's Birthday: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on
August 23 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years, the Father shall have
custody of the Child on August 23 for the same time period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall supercede and take precedence over the regular and
vacation custody schedule, unless otherwise agreed between the parties.
7. Each party shall be entitled to have custody of the Child for two non-consecutive weeks for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance written notice to the other party by letter or
e-mail. The party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference on his or her selection of
vacation dates. Neither party shall schedule periods of custody under this provision during the other
party's holiday periods of custody unless otherwise agreed between the parties. Periods of custody
under this provision shall be scheduled from Saturday at 9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at
9:00 and shall begin on that party's regular weekend period of custody. Vacation time under this
provision may not be accumulated or rolled over into a subsequent year unless otherwise agreed
between the parties in writing. The parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the address
and telephone number where the Child can be contacted in the event of an emergency during vacation
periods.
8. Neither party shall do or say anything which may estrange: the Child from the other parent,
injure the opinion of the Child as to the other parent, or hamper the fee and natural development of the
Child's love and respect for the other parent. Both parties shall ensure that third parties having contact
with the Child comply with this provision.
9. In the event a dispute arises in connection with the Child's change of Montessori schools or
within 60 days of receipt of the counselor's recommendations concerning the shared physical custody
schedule, counsel for either party may contact the conciliator to schedule an additional custody
conciliation conference.
10. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual written consent. In the
absence of mutual written consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY
Edward E. Guido J.
cc: William A. Cornell, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire - Counsel for Father
TRUE COPY FROM RECORD
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
Plaintiff
VS.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr. August 23, 2000 Mother/Father
2. A conciliation conference was held on August 11, 2004, with the following individuals in
attendance: The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, with her counsel, William A. Cornell, Esquire, and the
Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
Date
Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
Riegler • Shienvold Elliot Riegler. Ph.D. (1948-1999)
Arnold T. Shienvold, Ph.D.
& Associates Melinda Gash, MS
2005 James Bash, LSW
Bonnie Howard, Ph.D.
Amy K. Keisling, ACSW, LCSW, 13CD
Tracy Richards, QCSW, LCSW
Dyanne Sage, QCSW, LCSW
Jeffrey Pincus, Ph.D.
Ann Vergales,ACSW, LCSW
Kasey Shienvold, Psy.D.
Shanen Turk-Geller, LSV'
l larvey H. Shapiro, MD
William Dietrich. LCSW
Sandra Wiley, LCSW
CUSTODY EVALUATION
BRIAN BOGOVIC, SR. VS. MARGARET 130GOVIC
NO. 03-3852
Referred By: Court Order dated December 30, 2004
Referral Reason: To conduct a comprehensive custody evaluation and to make
recommendations regarding the most appropriate custodial placement
for Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr, born August 23, 2000.
Individual Interviews: Brian Bogovic, Sr. 02124105, 03/11/05, 03/16/05,
4/05/05
Margaret Bogovic 03102/05, 03/15/05, 04/05105
04111/05, 05/02/05
DaraDelizio 04121/05
Parent/Child Observation: Brian Bogovic, Sr. 04'11/05
Margaret Bogovic 05/11/05
Psychological Testing: Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI-2)
Brian Bogovic, Sr.
Margaret Bogovic
Dara Delizio
State-Trait Anger Expression Inventory-2 (STAXI-2)
Brian Bogovic, Sr.
Margaret Bogovic
Custody Instruments: Parenting Stress Index (PSI)
2151 Linglestown Road, Suite 200 • Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17110 • (717) 540-1313 • Fax: (717) 540-1416
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Brian Bogovic, Sr.
Margaret Bogovic
Home Visits: Each parent's residence was evaluated for safety concerns and each parent
was observed interacting with Brian, Jr. in the home setting.
Additional Information:
1. A series of emails between Brian, Sr. and Margaret
Bogovic related to Brian, Jr.
2. A typed list of concerns provided by Brian, Sr.
The recommendations at the conclusion of this report are based on all of these
sources of information.
Background
Brian and Margaret currently share physical and legal custody of their son, Brian Lee
Bugovic, Jr. Under the current custody arrangement, Brian has periods of physical
custody on Monday and Wednesday overnights and alternating Saturdays and Sundays
with overnights. Margaret has physical custody of Brian, Jr. during all other times. That
schedule has been in place since January 2004. Prior to that, each party reported that
Margaret was the primary caretaker and that Brian had a liberal schedule of visitation
since their separation in December 2002.
Brian is seeking a week-on/week-off shared arrangement for custody. He feels that the
new arrangement would limit the amount of transitions that Brian, Jr. is forced to make
and increase his abilities to succeed academically and socially. Brian also noted concerns
about the amount of structure Brian, Jr. receives at Margaret's house. Furthermore, Brian
indicated that Margaret may be talking inappropriately to Brian, Jr. about Brian and his
girlfriend, Dara.
Brian also reported that Margaret is unwilling to be flexible with their relationship and
the custody schedule with Brian, Jr. He stated that Margaret has to have things her way
and is unwilling to compromise. Margaret stated that Brian, Jr. has very consistent rules
and routines while at her house. Furthermore, Margaret denied talking negatively about
Brian and Dara in front of Brian, Jr and expressed a desire to compromise with Brian on
issues related to their son.
Margaret indicated that she did not agree with Brian's assertion that changing the custody
order is in their son's best interest. She reported that she was concerned about Brian's
motivation for seeking a change. She stated that he is initiating; the change in order to
avoid paying child support. She also noted that Brian has difficulty controlling his anger
on occasion. Brian denied being motivated by financial reasons and also denied having
difficulty with his anger.
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History of Relationship
Brian and Margaret met through a mutual friend when each was 22 years old. The couple
reportedly dated off and on for four years before their relationship became serious. Brian
and Margaret dated seriously for another two years before they moved in together. Each
party reported a strong relationship with little or no arguing cr fighting.
Brian and Margaret got engaged shortly after they moved in together in 1998. They were
engaged for less than one year and got married in November, 1999. Margaret became
pregnant on their wedding night. They reported that it was not planned but each party was
excited and welcomed the news. Each parent's family was very supportive of the news
and Brian, Jr. was born full-term without complications.
Margaret indicated that she developed an infection following the birth of Brian, Jr. and
required surgery to remove the infection. As a result, Margaret was unable to participate
in many of the caretaking responsibilities of Brian, Jr. Brian, Sr. was responsible for
taking care of both Margaret and their son. Margaret reported that Brian was very helpful
during the time while Margaret was recovering from her surgery.
Brian reported that problems began in their marriage when Margaret's sister lived with
them for four months. Brian reported that his sister-in-law was a drain financially and
that the added stress caused a lot more arguing between him and Margaret. Margaret
agreed that there were more arguments between the parties. However, Margaret indicated
that the problems arose because Brian was staying out all night after he would be done
working as a disc jockey at a night club.
Brian's mother initially provided daycare for Brian, Jr. when the couple returned to work
after six weeks. However, Brian's mother was overwhelmed by the responsibility and
Margaret and Brian were forced to place Brian, Jr. into a Montessorie School. According
to Brian, the cost of daycare created the need for each party to work more hours and
placed even more strain on the relationship.
Margaret reported that Brian told her he did not want to be married anymore in
November 2001. As a result, Margaret reportedly began shutting out her family to try to
make Brain happier. She indicated that Brian was still not happy and began acting more
angrily. She noted that he began to raise his voice when he was upset and that he would
continue to stay out all night. Brian agreed that the relationship began to deteriorate but
denied raising his voice and becoming angry and distant.
Each party reported that the relationship continued to fall apart until Christmas, 2002
when Margaret took Brian, Jr. to her family's home for the holiday. Margaret indicated
that Brian did not want to go with them to Scranton. Brian insisted that Margaret was
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unwilling to wait for him to get done with work. When Margaret returned after
Christmas, she and Brian separated. The couple tried marriage; counseling in May 2003
but it was unsuccessful. It was during marriage counseling that Margaret reportedly
discovered that Brian had been involved in an extramarital affair for more than one year.
Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr.
Brian, Jr. is a four-year-old boy current living with his mother and father in a shared
custodial arrangement. Brian, Jr. is described by each of his parents as intelligent and
loving. They report that he is socially reserved, and that he prefers to spend his time at
home with his family. Each parent expressed concern over their son's behavior problems
at school and indicated that he can be impulsive and overactive in an unstructured
environment. His father also stated that he can be competitive and has a difficult time
sharing with other children. Margaret indicated that Brian, Jr. has some sensory issues
with touch and sound. She also noted that he has some balance; and coordination
problems.
Brian, Sr. denied significant behavior problems at home. Margaret indicated that Brian,
Jr. can be demanding but that he is easily redirected when behaving inappropriately.
However, they each reported that Brian, Jr. is on a behavior plan at school to contain
inappropriate language and behavior. Both parents denied the use of physical discipline
to correct Brian's inappropriate behavior. They reported the use of removal of privileges
and discussions designed to help him learn more appropriate behaviors as their primary
intervention techniques.
Brian, Jr. reportedly suffers from allergies, asthma and acid relElux. Each party reported
that Brian sees a homeopathic doctor in Maryland to help him with these problems. He is
currently prescribed Prevacid and Singulair as well as the holistic medicines Probiotic
and Cholostrum. There were no reports of other illnesses or significant injuries.
Margaret and Brian, Sr. each indicated that Brian, Jr. eats well but is not willing to try
new things. He is reported to enjoy cheeseburgers, hot dogs, pasta, carrots, cucumbers,
tomatoes, and macaroni and cheese. They reported that he does not enjoy breakfast as
much as lunch or dinner.
Brian, Sr. and Margaret indicated bedtimes and routines that were very similar. Brian, Jr.
goes to bed between 8:30 and 9:00 PM nightly. They each reported that he gets a bath
before brushing his teeth and putting on his pajamas. After he gets ready for bed, each
parent indicated that he is allowed to watch part of a movie until it is time to fall asleep.
Margaret indicated that she has difficulty getting Brian, Jr. to stay in bed and noted that
he often wants to climb into bed with her. Brian, Sr. denied having problems getting
Brian, Jr. to bed. Each household's morning routines appear to be similar.
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Brian, Sr. denied significant problems with Brian, Jr. after a transition from Margaret's
home. He stated that Brian, Jr. pushes the rules slightly but he is easily redirected and the
behavior lasts only a few hours. Margaret reported that Brian, Jr. does not always want to
go to his father's house and will be hyper and difficult to manage when he returns from
his father's.
Brian, Jr. was brought into the office by each parent for an observation. Brian appeared
very comfortable with each of his parents. He expressed a desire to be near them and
wanted to have them each participate in his play. Margaret and Brian were each willing to
engage Brian, Jr_ at his developmental level. Margaret stressed the educative component
of their activities while Brian, Sr. was more involved in the creative components of
Brian, Jr.'s games. Overall, both parents appeared competent and appropriate with Brian,
Jr. during their observations and Brian, Jr. responded well to each parent.
Brian Bogovic, Sr.
Brian is the youngest of three children born to married parents in Harrisburg,
Pennsylvania. Brian indicated that he did not have much of a relationship with his two
brothers growing up because they are much older than he. He reported that he had a good
relationship with his parents. Brian stated that his father had a stroke when Brian was
nine years old from which he never fully recovered. He indicated that his father passed
away from lung cancer when Brian was 25 years old. Brian claimed that he had a great
relationship with his mother growing-up and that he remains very close to her.
Brian reported that he was an average student in school. He indicated that he could have
received higher grades but he never applied himself in the classroom. Brian noted that he
was involved in baseball and football in school and that he had a large social network.
Brian reported that he dated a lot in high school but he denied any long-term
relationships. Brian reported that he got detention in high school for fighting on two
occasions. He denied any other significant problems in high school.
Brian indicated that he graduated high school in four years and began to attend
Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC). He reported that he dropped out of HACC
after noticing a posting for a job with the United Parcel Service (UPS). Brian noted that
he also worked as a disc jockey for several night clubs in the Harrisburg area. He
reported that he would disc jockey several nights a week while he was working at UPS
during the day.
Brian reported that he smokes eight to ten cigarettes daily. He denied smoking in front of
Brian, Jr. Brian also indicated that he drinks socially. He denied drinking to intoxication.
Brian noted that he tried marijuana as a teenager but denied an, current use of the drug.
Brian denied the use of any other illegal drugs.
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Brian denied ever having any legal problems. He denied any serious medical problems
and reported that he had been in counseling with Margaret only after their separation.
Brian presented as sociable and cooperative with the evaluator. He appeared to answer
questions genuinely and thoroughly. Brian initially insisted that he did not want to talk
poorly about Margaret but as the interviews continued he became more willing to
criticize Margaret's parenting style and her interaction style with him and his girlfriend,
Dara.
Brian's responses to the MMPI-2 appear to be valid and suggest mild defensiveness. His
profile suggests that Brian is verbally expressive and has adequate coping resources to
deal with daily stressors. There are no indications of severe problems with anxiety or
anger.
Brian's profile on the STAXI-2 does not indicate the presence of chronic problems with
the experience or expression of destructive anger. His responses suggest that he works
hard to control both his internal experience of and his external expression of anger. It is
likely that Brian is most often successful with his control, but may occasionally exhibit
anger outwardly.
Brian completed the Parent Stress Index (PSI) which evaluates potentially stressful
characteristics of a child, i.e. Child Domain, and potentially stressful characteristics of a
parent, i.e. Parent Domain. Brian's responses on the Child Domain suggest that he
perceives his son as adaptable, easy to parent, and emotionally stable. On the Parent
Domain, Brian's responses suggested a defensive responding pattern. Brian made
significant effort to minimize any difficulties he might have in the parenting of his son.
A home evaluation was completed at Brian's residence in May, 2005 The home visit was
focused to observe an interaction between Brian, Jr. his father and Dara Delizio as well as
to inspect the house to make sure that it is safe and appropriate for a child Brian's age.
Brian lives in a split-level home in Mechanicsburg, PA. The house was clean and
organized. Brian, Jr.'s bedroom was nicely decorated and child appropriate. Brian, Sr.
indicated that he keeps two firearms in his home but that the ammunition is kept
separately from the guns and that Brian, Jr. does not know where they are located. There
was no indication of whether the weapons were kept under lock. Furthermore,
examination of the residence disclosed that a lot of alcoholic beverages are kept in plain
sight, as well as in the refrigerator.
For the family activity, Brian, Jr. decided he wanted to play soccer in the backyard.
Brian, Jr. appeared comfortable with his father and Dara. It was apparent from their
interaction that the family plays together often. Both adults were very appropriate with
Brian, Jr. and offered him compliments and gentle encouragement throughout the
observation. Brian, Jr. responded well to them and appeared safe and secure in their care.
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Margaret Bogovic
Margaret is the second of six children born to married parents in El Paso, Texas. She
reported that her family moved often because her father was in the military. Margaret
noted that her family settled in Scranton, Pennsylvania when she was six years old. She
indicated that she was always very close to her mother but that she had a strained
relationship with her father because he was very strict. Margaret reported that when she
would get in trouble she would be yelled at by her father. She denied the use of corporal
punishment and stated that her father was "scary" enough to keep her from misbehaving.
Margaret reported that currently she has an excellent relationship with all of her siblings
and her parents.
Margaret indicated that she was an average student in school, but she had learning
problems. She reported that she attended parochial school and was involved in softball,
dance, and student leadership. Margaret stated that she did not have a large group of
friends growing up and denied any significant dating relationships during high school.
She denied ever being punished for misbehavior in high school and denied ever being in
any physical altercations.
Margaret reported that she attended Elizabethtown College after high school to study
occupational therapy. She indicated that she struggled early and nearly failed out but
claimed that she focused more and finished strongly. Margaret indicated that as she got
older, she became more comfortable socially and developed a large group of friends. She
also indicated that she began to date more in college but denied having any significant
relationships during this time.
Margaret reported that after college she moved to Baltimore, Maryland for a job as an
occupational therapist. She reportedly stayed in Baltimore for one year until she moved to
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to work for United Cerebral Palsy. Margaret indicated that she
met Brian after she moved to Harrisburg.
Margaret denied any history of legal problems. She indicated that she drinks rarely and
does not drink to intoxication. Margaret reported that she drank on weekends when she
was in her early twenties. She noted that she smokes one-half'of a pack of cigarettes
daily, but denied smoking in front of Brian, Jr. or in the house. Margaret indicated that
she tried marijuana in college but denied any regular use of the drug. She denied the use
of any other illegal drugs.
Margaret denied any significant illnesses or injuries. She reported that she takes
medication for seasonal allergies and that she takes vitamin supplements. Margaret
indicated that she was in individual counseling at the age of 23 because of stress caused
by a number of changes in her life. She reported changes in her job, her living situation,
her relationship and her finances. She denied any other individual counseling and denied
being prescribed any medication. Margaret also indicated that she and Brian tried couples
counseling at the end of their relationship, but it was unsuccessful.
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Margaret reported that she is in a dating relationship currently. She reported that she has
been seeing her boyfriend, Ben Myers, for approximately one and a half years. She
reported that Ben has very limited contact with Brian, Jr. and that he does not spend the
night at her house during her periods of physical custody. She indicated that Ben and
Brian, Jr. have had dinner together one time and that Ben went with Margaret and Brian,
Jr. to her family's house for Easter this year. She denied any intentions of becoming more
involved with Ben in the near future.
Margaret presented as very cooperative with the evaluator. She was clearly concerned
about Brian, Sr.'s motivations for pursuing the custody change. Margaret also had
concern about Data's level of involvement in the daily decision making for Brian, Jr. Her
responses to questions during the evaluation were thorough and well organized.
Margaret's responses to the MMPI-2 appear to be valid and appear to indicate continuing
feelings of resentment and hostility. These feelings are likely connected to situational
dissatisfaction, sadness related to the custody conflict. Margaret appears to struggle
currently with feelings of persecution and may be oversensitive and argumentative in
certain situations. The feelings of persecution appear to be related to allegations directed
at her secondary to the custody situation. There is also evidence to suggest that Margaret
is not comfortable in large social settings and may be seen as shy or timid.
Margaret also completed the STAXI-2. Margaret's profile suggests that she works hard to
control her outward expression of anger. While there is no evidence suggesting that she
displays anger in physical or destructive ways, it is likely that Margaret, at times, openly
expresses her anger verbally by being sarcastic or shouting.
Margaret completed the Parent Stress Index (PSI). On the Child domain Margaret
indicated several problems with Brian, Jr.'s behavior. She noted that Brian, Jr. is often
hyperactive and distractible. She described Brian, Jr. as demanding and often times
moody. Margaret perceives that Brian, Jr. has a significant problem adapting to different
situations. However, she reported that Brian is very reinforcing to her as a parent and that
he is accepting of the structure given to his routine. On the Parent Domain Margaret
noted that she does not feel that Brian, Sr. is cooperative as a parent and that she and
Brian, Sr. lack the ability to work together effectively for Brian, Jr.
A home visit was conducted at Margaret's residence in May, 2005. Margaret and Brian,
Jr. live in a two-story townhouse in Etters, Pennsylvania. The interior and exterior of the
home were in very good condition. The home was clean, neat, and child-safe. Brian's
bedroom and bathroom were clean and child appropriate. Brian enjoys sleeping in a tent
that was assembled in his room. Throughout the observation Brian was comfortable and
affectionate with Margaret. Margaret was very consistent and appropriate with Brian
during the observation even when it appeared Brian became over-stimulated. Margaret
was consistently able to redirect his behavior, show patience, and set appropriate limits.
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For their family activity, Brian and Margaret played together with Legos. They appeared
very familiar with this activity suggesting that they interact in this manner on a regular
basis. Overall, the interaction between Margaret and Brian was very positive and it was
evident that Margaret is one of Brian's regular play partners and source of comfort and
security.
Dara Delizio
Data is the younger of two children born to now divorced parents in York, Pennsylvania.
She reported that her parents divorced when she was ten years old. Dara stated that she
did not have a relationship with her father following the divorce until she was 21 years
old_ She indicated that her childhood was good but that she had a difficult time dealing
with her parents' divorce. Dara noted that she has a good relationship with her family
now.
Dara reported that she was an excellent student in high school but that she did not enjoy
it. She noted that she was a distinguished honor student but decided not to go on to
college. Dara indicated that she was involved in student council and speed skating during
high school. She stated that she had a large circle of friends and that she had one
significant dating relationship that lasted seven years.
Dara reported that she began working at PHEAA after high school. She also indicated
that she worked as a receptionist/customer service representative and a part-time
bartender. She reported that she worked for Alternate Performance as a data analyst and
account manager for the past six and a half years and that her current work schedule
affords her flexible hours.
Dara noted one significant dating relationship prior to meeting Brian, Sr. She reported
that they began dating in high school and that they got engaged after graduation. She
stated that the relationship ended because she was dissatisfied with the way he treated
her. She denied leaving her fiance for Brian, Sr.
Dara indicated that she has known Brian, Sr. for four years and that they met while he
was working as a disc jockey at a night club. She indicated that she knew he was married
when they began dating and that they had a physical relationship for one year prior to
Brian and Margaret's separation. She reported that they currently live together and plan
to get married sometime in the next year and a half.
Dara denied a history of significant injuries or illnesses. She indicated that she attended a
counseling session with Brian and Margaret but denied any individual therapy. Dara also
denied taking any prescription medications.
Dara denied any history of legal problems. She reported that she drinks only infrequently
and denied drinking to intoxication. Dara denied smoking cigarettes and denied ever
trying any illegal drugs.
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Dara described Brian, Jr. as a well-behaved child. She indicated that he is able to abide
by rules and structure provided to him. She admitted that he has trouble adapting during
mid-week visits but felt that the behavior was attributed to his shuffling from household
to household. She stated that Brian, Jr. calls her Dara and that he is comfortable with her.
She stated that he only spends extended periods alone with her one night a week when
Brian, Sr. is working as a disc jockey on Saturday nights.
Dara indicated a desire to have a cooperative relationship with Margaret but indicated
that it was not likely. She reported feeling that Margaret does not want to have a good
relationship with her.
Dara's responses on the MMPI-2 indicate an elevated level of defensiveness. It is likely
that she is denying certain issues and sees herself as moral and virtuous. Her profile
indicates that Dara has a high need for affection, but the clinical scales are well within
normal limits.
Conclusions and Recommendations:
Brian, Sr. is seeking a modification to the current custody arrangement. He feels that
Brian, Jr.'s behavioral issues at home and school are the result of the multiple transitions
he is forced to make from household to household in a given week. He indicated that he
believes a week-on/week-off custody schedule would provide Brian, Jr. with the stability
and consistency needed to regulate his behavior. Brian, Sr. expressed significant concern
over Margaret's unwillingness to work together with him on issues related to Brian, Jr.'s
care and custody schedule. Brian, Sr. also noted that he feels Margaret's difficulties with
Brian, Jr.'s behavior are a result of a lack of structure provided in her household.
Margaret denied deliberately sabotaging a working relationship between her and Brian,
Sr. She indicated that Brian's handling of situations and use of intimidation do not allow
the two of them to work together. Margaret also denied having a lack of structure in her
household. In fact, in describing her bedtime, mealtime, and morning time routines,
Margaret noted a very similar structure and set of routines to those described by Brian.
Margaret also demonstrated an ability to set structure during the observations of her and
Brian, Jr.
Margaret disagreed with Brian, Sr.'s claim that a week-on/week-off custody schedule
would be in Brian, Jr.'s best interest. She stated that she feels the current custody
schedule is effective in establishing a stable environment for Brian, Jr.. Margaret
expressed concerns over Brian, Sr.'s motivation for pursuing the modification. She
indicated that he is likely trying to lower his monthly child support payments. Margaret
reported further concerns about Brian, Sr.'s use of anger and intimidation as a negotiating
tactic. She feels that Brian, Sr. has an explosive anger problem. Lastly, Margaret
indicated that she is uncomfortable with the amount of input Brian, Sr.'s girlfriend, Dara
Delizio, has in the major decision making about Brian, Jr.
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Brian, Sr. denied being motivated by money. He indicated a willingness to keep the child
support the same even if he was granted increased time with his son. Brian also denied
having difficulty with his anger. He reported that Margaret will communicate with him in
ways to make him angry but that he works hard to remain calm. Brian also asserted that
Dara is his fiance and is going to play a major role in Brian, Jr.'s life. He stated that he
does not want Dara to be seen as Brian, Jr.'s mother, but reiterated her importance in the
decision making process.
This evaluation does not support the need for a change to the current custody
arrangement. While it is likely that some of Brian, Jr.'s behavioral difficulty can be
attributed to the frequent transitions he is exposed to under the current schedule, the
impact of the chronic conflict on Brian, Jr. is probably a greater contributor to any
problems he may be exhibiting. Certainly, the research supports that hypothesis. It has
been demonstrated repeatedly that interparental conflict is causally related to adjustment
problems in children, whereas custodial schedules have less impact, except in those cases
of virtually no contact.
Each parent was openly critical of the other parent during their individual interviews.
Each described the other as angry, stubborn, and unwilling to compromise or cooperate.
While it is likely that each parent has experienced similar responses from the other,
neither parent demonstrated particularly good insight into the impact of their behavior on
their son. They do not perceive their contribution to these hostilities, which only serve to
create stress for Brian, Jr. As noted above, research indicates that children are very
capable of picking up conflict that exists between their parents. Even if this conflict is not
overtly expressed in front of the child, a sensitive child can feel isolated or anxious.
Margaret's testing indicated that she can be rigid and argumentative. It appears that
Margaret still harbors some of the anger experienced as a result of Brian's behavior at the
end of their marriage. This unresolved anger and rigidity serve to inhibit the cooperative,
co-parenting relationship necessary to effectively raise a child in a shared custody
relationship. However, there is no evidence, nor should it be implied, that Margaret is
inappropriate in her parenting of Brian, Jr. During her in-office parenting evaluation and
the home observation, Margaret displayed appropriate structure and discipline in her
interactions with Brian, Jr. Brian, Jr. is strongly attached to her and he appears secure in
her company.
Brian Sr.'s testing indicates that he is often defensive and lacks insight into the impact of
his behavior on other people. This lack of awareness can create difficulties in
relationships and make it significantly difficult to work with him effectively.
Furthermore, it does not appear that Brian realizes the impact Dara has on the working
relationship between he and Margaret. His attempts to insert Dara into the decision-
making process around parenting issues only further exacerbates the conflicts that exist
between the parents. Dara is an important figure in Brian, Jr.'s life and Margaret will
have to accept her as a step-parent. However, Dara's role in major decisions and Brian's
unwillingness to remove her from the equation is destructive to the process at this time
and therefore damaging to Brian, Jr.
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Given the nature of some of the behavior problems that Brian, Jr. experiences, a more
structured environment is better for him than a less structured environment. The parents
should investigate whether Brian, Jr.'s difficulties at school might be attributable to the
Montessori's teaching philosophy. Information taken from their website
(www.montessori.edu) advocates a very unstructured and individualized learning
environment. By not placing him on a structured task and time schedule, Brian, Jr. is
more likely to act out in inappropriate ways as a means of forcing greater structure. These
factors might help to explain why his behavior is far worse at school than it is at home.
Both parents seem to agree that Brian, Jr. is negatively affected by the number of
transitions he experiences each week- It is likely that Brian, Jr. has greater difficulty
acclimating to the number of transitions because of the lack of communication and
cooperation between the parents. Research suggests that young children in divorce
situations should have multiple contacts with each parent during a week to minimize
separation anxiety and to maintain continuity in the child's attachments to their
caregivers. Simultaneously, young children also benefit from stability in their lives.
Stability for a child is created not only by the custody schedule, but by the predictable
comings and goings of each parent, regular feeding and sleeping schedules, consistent
and appropriate care, and affection and acceptance.
The following recommendations are offered based on all factors considered during the
evaluation, on the research cited, and on the need to balance :Frequency of contact with
the need for stability in a four-year-old child:
In order to eliminate some of the transitions Brian, Jr. experiences in a week,
it is recommended that the custody schedule be amended such that Margaret
have physical custody of Brian, Jr. overnight on Sundays, Mondays and
Tuesdays. Brian would have physical custody of Brian, Jr. overnight every
Wednesday and Thursday and the custody would alternate each Friday and
Saturday night. The holiday schedule would remain the same.
a. This modified schedule would eliminate two transitions per week for
Brian, Jr., yet maintain his time with each parent. It would also prevent
either parent from going more than five days without seeing Brian, Jr.
2. It is recommended that Margaret and Brian, Sr. begin counseling with a co-
parent counselor. It is very important that they learn ways of communicating
effectively and working together harmoniously for the benefit of Brian, Jr.
Should these parents continue to work together in the maladapted style they
have adopted, it could potentially cause more significant adjustment problems
for their son.
a. Initially it is important that Dara remain on the periphery in the co-
parent relationship. However, it is important for her to become more
involved as counseling progresses.
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3. In light of the current information and findings, it is recommended that the
parents look closely at the current daycare arrangement. The purpose of this is
to determine whether or not the Montessori School is able to provide the right
learning environment and structure for Brian, Jr.
4. Given the descriptions of Brian, Jr.'s behavior, it might be beneficial to have
him and the parents work with a child therapist. The therapist will help Brian,
Jr. eliminate the inappropriate language and behavior and educate the parents
on more appropriate ways of dealing with the behavior.
Date
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Kasey Shienvold, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Reviewed and approved by Arnold T. Shienvold, Licensed Psychologist:
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Arnold T. Shienvold, Ph.D.
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
The undersigned hereby certifies that on this date a true; and correct copy of the
foregoing document was served by first-class mail upon the following:
Max J. Smith, Jr.
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
Lynn B. Lo e, Secretary for
J. Paul HeIvy, Esquire
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
MARGARET C. MYERS
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. 03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
DEFENDANT
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Tuesday, January 17, 2006 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Dawn S. Sunday, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 on Tuesday, February. 21, 2006 at 9:00 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children aae five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By /s/ Dawn S Sunday, Esq.,--.
Custody Conciliator
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with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
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FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS,
Plaintiff/Petitioner
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant/Respondent
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
CUSTODY
ANSWER AND COUNTERCLAIM TO PETITION
FOR MODIFICATION OF CUSTODY ORDER
AND NOW comes the Defendant/Respondent, BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, by his attorney,
MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, and respectfully responds to said Petition as follows:
L-2. Admitted.
3. Admitted. By way of further response, as the parties share custody of Brian, the
minor child also resides at 117 Ewe Drive, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
4. Admitted in part, denied in part. It is admitted that the parties share legal custody
with Father's custody schedule being set forth. It is denied that the Order of Court grants Mother
primary physical custody, as the parties share custody of Brian on a nearly equal basis.
5. Admitted.
5. Denied. Nowhere in Dr. Shienvold's custody evaluation report does it state that
Mother shall "continue to have primary physical custody of the child." Instead, the parties share
custody of Brian on a nearly equal basis.
6. Denied. Respondent has never refused to attend co-parenting classes. At
Petitioner's request, Respondent provided his choice of the counselor who would provide the co-
parenting classes. It was agreed that Petitioner will schedule appointments with such
recommended counselors chosen by Respondent, but Petitioner has failed to follow through with
such.
Admitted.
8. Denied. Respondent is a primary caregiver of Brian to at least the same extent
that Petitioner has been providing care.
Denied. The best interests of the child require that he continue to attend school in
the school district in which Respondent resides.
COUNTERCLAIM
9. Respondent hereby incorporates the responses to paragraphs 1-8 above as though
same were set forth in full herein, noting the erroneous numbering of the paragraphs in the
Petition filed by Mother, i.e., two numbered paragraphs five and two numbered paragraphs
eight).
10. The parties continue to follow the Order of Court dated August 24, 2004, issued
by the Honorable Edward E. Guido, which was entered during Brian's pre-school years, as later
modified by Dr. Shienvold's recommendations.
11. The best interests and welfare of Brian require that Brian serve as the primary
custodial parent at such time as Brian attends kindergarten.
12. As there have been significant changes in aspects of Petitioner's life since the date
of Dr. Shienvold's report, July 11, 2005 (i.e., Petitioner has gotten married and has relocated a
substantial distance from her former home), it is submitted that Dr. Shienvold should be
consulted by the parties to update his evaluation.
WHEREFORE, Respondent respectfully requests that the Petition to Modify Order dated
August 24, 2004 be dismissed, and that Respondent's Counterclaim be granted, awarding
primary physical custody of the minor child to Respondent.
Date: January -h-, 2006
Respectfully submitted,
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MAX J. SMITH, JR.,Zsquire
I.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
I verify that the statements made in this Answer and Counterclaim are true and correct. I
understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section
4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff/Petitioner
V. : NO. 03-3852
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, : CIVIL ACTION-LAW
Defendant/Respondent : CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this A- day of January, 2006, I, MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire,
Attorney for Defendant/Respondent, hereby certify that I have this day sent a copy of Answer and
Counterclaim to Petition for Modification of Custody Order by depositing a certified copy of the
same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, at Hershey, Pennsylvania, addressed to:
McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC
Attn: J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
100 Pine Street
P.O. Box 1166
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
MAX J. SMITH, JR., Es uire
I.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A
MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff
vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
RECEIVED MAR 0 3
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852
CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of l' ?wj? , 2006, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The prior Orders of this Court dated August 24, 2004 and December 30, 2004 are vacated
and replaced with this Order.
2. The Mother, Margaret C. Myers (formerly Bogovic) and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall
have shared legal custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23, 2000. The parties agree that
major decisions concerning their Child, including, but not necessarily limited to, the Child's health,
welfare, education, religious training and upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion
and consultation with each other, with a view toward obtaining and following a harmonious policy in
the Child's best interest. Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the affections of the Child from
the other party. Each party shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance concerning the Child
that could reasonably be expected to be of concern to the other. Day-to-day decisions shall be the
responsibility of the parent then having physical custody. Each parent shall notify the other parent as
soon as possible of any health problem, injury or similar medical emergency or treatment concerning
the Child. With regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the parent then having
physical custody of the Child at the time of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate
decisions necessitated thereby. However, that parent shall inform the other of the emergency and
consult with him or her as soon as possible. In accordance with 23 Pa.C.S.A. 5309, each party shall be
entitled to complete and full information from any doctor, dentist, teacher, professional or authority
and to have copies of any reports or information given to either party as a parent authorized by statute.
Mutual agreement shall be made, in advance, regarding the following matters: Enrollment or
termination in a particular school or school program, advancing or holding the Child back in school,
authorizing enrollment in college, authorizing the Child's driver's license or purchase of an
automobile, authorizing employment, authorizing either the Child's marriage or enlistment in the
armed forces, approving a petition for emancipation, authorizing foreign travel, passport application or
exchange student status.
3. The parties shall submit themselves, their Child, and any other individuals deemed necessary
to an updated, supplemental custody evaluation to be performed by Kasey Shienvold, Psy.D. The
purpose of the supplemental evaluation shall be to obtain independent professional recommendations
concerning ongoing custody arrangements which will best meet the needs and interests of the Child in
light of his impending enrollment in kindergarten for the 2006-2007 school year. The parties shall
obtain initial recommendations, as soon as possible after initiating the supplemental evaluation,
concerning custodial arrangements for the Child on Tuesday evenings when the Mother has custody
under the current Order but is unavailable for a temporary period due to employment. Each party shall
pay one-half of all costs associated with the custody evaluation initially and shall request that the
evaluator designate the percentage or itemize the charges in such a way as to indicate whether the costs
were incurred in relation to evaluating the Mother and her household or the Father and his household.
In the event the costs are disproportionately incurred in evaluating either the Mother and her household
or the Father and his household, the parties reserve the right, without prejudice, to request that the
Court apportion the costs accordingly and require either party to reimburse the other in order to
effectuate the appropriate distribution.
4. Pending further Order of Court or agreement of the parties, the parties shall share physical
custody of the Child in accordance with the following schedule: In every week, the Mother shall have
custody of the Child from Sunday at 7:00 p.m. through Wednesday at 8:15 a.m., when the Mother shall
transport the Child to daycare/school and the Father shall have custody from Wednesday at 8:15 a.m.
through Friday at 8:15 a.m., when the Father shall transport the Child to daycare/school. The parties
shall alternate having custody of the Child on weekends from Friday at 8:15 a.m. through Sunday at
7:00 p.m.
5. The parties shall share or alternate having custody of the Child on holidays as follows:
A. Christmas: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child from Christmas
Eve at 9:00 a.m. through Christmas Day, when the Father shall transport the Child
to the Mother's church for the 9:00 service, and the Mother shall have custody from
Christmas Day at 9:00 a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child from
New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the Mother
shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. In even
numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child from New Year's Eve
at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the Father shall have custody
on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. For purposes of this provision,
the entire New Year's holiday shall be deemed to fall in the same year as New
Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday period shall run from 9:00 a.m. until
8:00 p.m. on the holiday. The Father shall have custody of the Child on
Thanksgiving in odd numbered years and the Mother shall have custody in even
numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
on the holiday. The Mother shall have custody of the Child on Easter in odd
numbered years and the Father shall have custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Da /July 4`h/Labor Day: The periods of holiday custody on Memorial
Day, July 4`h and Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the holiday.
In odd numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child on Memorial Day
and Labor Day and the Mother shall have custody on July 4`h. In even numbered
years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on Memorial Day and Labor Day,
and the Father shall have custody on July 4th.
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the
Child on Trick or Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and
in even numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child for Trick or
Treat Night in his community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event that
Trick or Treat Night is scheduled on different nights in the parties' communities, the
parent who does not have custody of the Child under this provision shall be entitled
to have custody from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her community's Trick or
Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year, the Mother shall have custody of the
Child for Mother's Day and the Father shall have custody of the Child for Father's
Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parent's Birthdays: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child on
May 10 for the Father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However, in the
event Mother's Day falls on the Father's birthday, the Mother's Day holiday shall
take precedence. The Mother shall have custody of the Child every year on June 30
for the Mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
1. Child's Birthday: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the
Child on August 23 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years, the
Father shall have custody of the Child on August 23 for the same period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall supercede and take precedence over the regular
and vacation custody schedule, unless otherwise agreed between the parties.
6. Each party shall be entitled to have custody of the Child for two non-consecutive weeks for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance written notice to the other party by letter or
e-mail. The party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference on his or her selection of
vacation dates. Neither party shall schedule periods of custody under this provision during the other
party's holiday periods of custody unless otherwise agreed between the parties. Periods of custody
under this provision shall be scheduled from Saturday at 9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at
9:00 a.m. and shall begin on that party's regular weekend period of custody. Vacation time under this
provision may not be accumulated or rolled over into a subsequent year unless otherwise agreed
between the parties in writing. The parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the address
and telephone number where the Child can be contacted in the event of an emergency during the
vacation period.
7. Neither party shall do or say anything which may estrange the Child from the other parent,
injure the opinion of the Child as to the other parent, or hamper the free and natural development of the
Child's love and respect for the other parent. Both parties shall ensure that third parties having contact
with the Child comply with this provision.
S. In the event either party intends to remove the Child from his or her residence for an
overnight period or longer, that party shall notify the other party in advance of the address and
telephone number where the Child can be contacted. Unless otherwise agreed between the parties,
notice under this provision shall be given at least 24 hours in advance by e-mail.
9. Each party shall notify the other party of the address and telephone number of third parties
who are providing care for the Child, other than individuals who are residing in the same household.
10. The parties shall communicate directly with each other, without the direct involvement of
third parties, concerning major issues affecting the Child.
11. Counsel for either party may contact the conciliator within 60 days of receipt of the
evaluator's written custody recommendations to schedule an additional custody conciliation
conference, if necessary.
12. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY THE COURT,
Edward E. Guido J.
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A
MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian L. Bogovic, Jr, August 23, 2000 Mother
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on February 21, 2006, with the following
individuals in attendance: The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic (Myers), with her counsel, J. Paul Helvy,
Esquire, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Max J. Smith Jr., Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
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Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
RECEIVED JUL 0
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
MARGARET C. MYERS CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
vs. 03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 1 day of 2006, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation eport, it is ordered and directed as follows:
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1. A hearin in scheduledfi
Av? 2006, at which time testimony will be taken. For the purposes of this
hearing, the Mother, Margaret C. Myers shall be deemed to be the moving party and shall
proceed initially with testimony. Counsel for the parties shall file with the Court and
opposing counsel a memorandum setting forth each party's position with respect to
custody, a list of witnesses who are expected to testify at the hearing and a summary of
the anticipated testimony of each witness. These memoranda shall be filed at least one
week prior to the hearing date.
2. Pending further Order of Court or agreement of the parties, the prior Order of this Court
dated March 6, 2006, shall continue in effect.
Edward E. Guido
Cc: J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire
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Plaintiff
VS.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of 1 , 2004, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The prior Order of this Court dated August 24, 2004 shall continue in effect as modified by
this Order.
2. In the event either party intends to remove the Child from his or her residence for an
overnight period or longer, that party shall notify the other party in advance of the address and
telephone number where the Child can be contacted. Unless otherwise agreed between the parties,
notice under this provision shall be given at least 24 hours in advance by e-mail.
3. Each party shall notify the other party of the address and telephone number of third parties
who are providing care for the Child, other than individuals who are residing in the same household.
4. The parties shall continue to abide by Paragraph 5 of the August 24, 2004 Order requiring
the parties to obtain an assessment from a counselor. However, as agreed between the parties, the
parties shall select a different counselor and contact the newly selected counselor by January 15, 2005
to schedule the first session.
5. The parties shall communicate directly with each other, without the direct involvement of
third parties, concerning major issues affecting the Child.
6. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the tenns of this Order shall control.
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Edward E. Guido J.
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr. August 23, 2000 Mother/Father
2. A conciliation conference was held on December 21, 2004, with the following individuals in
attendance: The Mother, Margaret Bogovic, with her counsel, William A. Cornell, Esquire, and the
Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Edward J. Mimnagh, Esquire.
3. This Court previously entered an Order in this matter on August 24, 2004 under which the
Father has custody of the Child on alternating weekends from Saturday through Tuesday and every
Monday and Wednesday overnight, and the Mother has custody at all other times. The Father filed
this Petition for Contempt alleging, among other things, that the Mother had violated an obligation to
the Father to notify him before removing the Child from Pennsylvania during her periods of custody.
4. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached resolving the Contempt
Petition which was the subject of the conference.
5. It should be noted that at the conference the parties agreed that on Mondays and Wednesdays
when the Child does not have school, the parties will cooperate in scheduling custodial time in a shared
manner.?
Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
MARGARET C. MYERS, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant NO.03-3852 CIVIL TERM
IN RE: CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 4th day of August, 2006, all prior
custody orders are vacated and replaced with the following:
1. The mother, Margaret C. Myers, (formerly
Bogovic) and the father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared
legal custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23,
2000. The parties agree that major decisions concerning
their child including, but not necessarily limited to, the
child's health, welfare, education, religious training and
upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion
and consultation with each other, with a view toward
obtaining and following a harmonious policy in the child's
best interest.
Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the
affections of the child from the other party. Each party
shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance
concerning the child that could reasonably be expected to be
of concern to the other. Day-to-day decisions shall be the
responsibility of the parent then having physical custody.
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Each parent shall notify the other parent as soon
as possible of any health problem, injury, or similar
medical emergency or treatment concerning the child. With
regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the
parent then having physical custody of the child at the time
of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate
decisions necessitated thereby.
However, that parent shall inform the other of the
emergency and consult with him or her as soon as possible.
In accordance with 23 Pa.C.S.A. 5309, each party shall be
entitled to complete and full information from any doctor,
dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have
copies of any reports or information given to either party
as a parent authorized by statute.
Mutual agreement shall be made, in advance,
regarding the following matters: Enrollment or termination
in a particular school or school program, advancing or
holding the child back in school, authorizing enrollment in
college, authorizing the child's driver's license or
purchase of an automobile, authorizing employment,
authorizing either the child's marriage or enlistment in the
armed forces, approving a petition for emancipation,
authorizing foreign travel, passport application or exchange
student status.
2. School year. [Seven days before school begins
until the day after school ends]:
A. Mother shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Father have have partial physical custody
as follows:
(i). Every other weekend from Friday
after school until Sunday at 7:30 p.m. If there is no
school on Monday, the visitation shall extend to 7:30 p.m.
on Monday.
(ii). Every Wednesday evening from after
school until school begins the next morning.
3. Summer months. [the day after school ends
until seven days before school begins]
A. Father shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Mother shall have periods of partial
physical custody as follows:
(i). Every other weekend from Friday at
5:00 until Monday at the commencement of day care.
Provided, however, that if mother has Monday off from work,
the partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
(ii). Every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m.
until Thursday at the commencement of day care. Provided,
however, that if mother has Thursday off from work, the
partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
4. The parties shall share or alternate having
custody of the child on holidays as follows:
A. Christmas: In every year the father
shall have custody of the child from Christmas Eve at 9:00
a.m. through Christmas Day when the father shall transport
the child to the mother's church for the 9:00 service, and
the mother shall have custody from Christmas Day at 9:00
a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child from New Year's Eve
at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the
mother shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years the mother shall
have custody of the child from New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m.
through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the father shall
have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00
p.m. For purposes of this provision, the entire New Year's
holiday shall be deemed to fall in the same year as New
Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday
period shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The father shall have custody of the child on
Thanksgiving in odd numbered years and the mother shall have
custody in even numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of
custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The mother shall have custody of the child on
Easter in odd numbered years and the father shall have
custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Day/July 4th/Labor Day: The
periods of holiday custody on Memorial Day, July 4th, and
Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. In odd numbered years the father shall have
custody of the child on Memorial Day and Labor Day and the
mother shall have custody on July 4th. In even numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Memorial
Day and Labor Day and the father shall have custody on July
4th.
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Trick or
Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
and in even numbered years the father shall have custody of
the child for Trick or Treat Night in his community from
5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event that Trick or Treat
Night is scheduled on different nights in the parties'
communities, the parent who does not have custody of the
child under this provision shall be entitled to have custody
from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her community's
Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year
the mother shall have custody of the child for Mother's Day
and the father shall have custody of the child for Father's
Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parent's Birthdays: In every year the
father shall have custody of the child on May 10 for the
father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However,
in the event Mother's Day falls on the father's birthday,
the Mother's Day holiday shall take precedence. The mother
shall have custody of the child every year on June 30 for
the mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
I. Child's birthday: In odd numbered years
the mother shall have custody of the child on August 23 from
9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child on August 23 for the
same period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall
supercede and take precedence over the regular and vacation
custody schedule unless otherwise agreed between the
parties.
5. Each party shall be entitled to have custody
of the child for one seven day non-consecutive period for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance
written notice to the other party by letter or e-mail. The
party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference
on his or her selection of vacation dates. Neither party
shall schedule periods of custody under this provision
during the other party's holiday periods of custody unless
otherwise agreed between the parties. Periods of custody
under this provision shall be scheduled from Saturday at
9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at 9:00 a.m. and
shall begin on that party's regular weekend period of
custody. Vacation time under this provision may not be
accumulated or rolled over into a subseqeunt year unless
otherwise agreed between the parties in writing. The
parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the
address and telephone number where the child can be
contacted in the event of an emergency during the vacation
period.
6. The parties shall immediately contact Deb
Salem [or any other counselor mutually agreed upon] to start
co-parent counseling. To the extent that the counseling is
not covered by insurance, the parties shall share the cost
equally.
7. Father shall immediately contact a counselor
to arrange for counseling for the child. If the parties
cannot agree upon a counselor, father shall obtain a written
recommendation from Dr. Shienvold and make an appointment
for the child. To the extent that the counseling is not
covered by insurance, the parties shall share the cost
equally.
8. Each party shall notify the other party of the
address and telephone number of the third parties who are
providing care for the child, other than individuals who are
residing in the same household.
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS,
P laintiff/Respondent
v.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant/Petitioner
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION -LAW
CUSTODY
PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
TO THE HONORABLE, THE JUDGES OF THE SAID COURT:
AND NOW comes the Defendant/Petitioner, BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, by his attorney,
MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, and respectfully represents the following:
1. Defendant/Petitioner is BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, who resides at 117 Ewe Road,
Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
2. Plaintiff/Respondent is MARGARET C. MYERS, who resides at 2533
Alessandro Blvd., Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania.
3. Petitioner and Respondent are divorced and are the parents of one child, BRIAN
L. BOGOVIC, JR., born August 23, 2000.
4. An Order of Court was issued on August 4, 2006 by the Honorable Edward E.
Guido, granting the parties shared legal custody with respect to the minor child, and granting
Respondent primary physical custody during the school year and granting Petitioner primary
physical custody during the summer months, subject to each parties' rights of partial custody.
(See copy of Order marked Exhibit "A", attached hereto and made part hereof).
5. The best interests and welfare of the minor child would be served by placing
primary physical and shared legal custody of the minor child with Petitioner.
6. The minor child has resided at the following addresses for the past five (5) years:
(a) From 2002 until 2003 at 17R E. Manor Avenue, Enola, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania with Father and step-mother.
(b) From 2003 until present at 117 Ewe Road, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania with Father and step-mother.
(c) From 2002 until later 2002 at 7711 Farmdale Avenue, Harrisburg, Dauphin
County, Pennsylvania with Mother and the Goodhart family.
(d) From later 2002 until 2003 at 3511 Beech Run Lane, Mechanicsburg,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania with Mother.
(e) From 2003 until 2005 at 613 Canvasbach, Etters, York County, Pennsylvania
with Mother.
(f) From 2005 until present at 2515 Overlook Street, York, York County,
Pennsylvania with Mother and step-father.
7. Petitioner does not have any information of any custody proceeding
concerning said minor child in any court in Pennsylvania or any other State, other than
the heretofore referenced proceedings entered to the within term and number.
8. Petitioner has not participated as a party, witness or otherwise in any other
litigation concerning the custody of said minor child in Pennsylvania or any other State,
other than the heretofore referenced proceedings entered to the within term and number.
9. Petitioner does not know of any person not a party to these proceedings who has
physical custody of the said minor child or who claims to have custody or visitation rights with
respect to him.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully prays that your Honorable Court order that
primary physical and shared legal custody of the minor child, BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, JR., be
placed with Petitioner.
Respectfully submitted,
Date: May 2007
MAX J. SMITH, JR., squire
I.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
I verify that the statements made in this Petition are true and correct. I
understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section
4904, relating to unworn falsification to authorities.
BRIAN L: BOGO
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A:
MARGARET C. MYERS,
Plaintiff
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO.03-3852 CIVIL TERM
IN RE: CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 4th day of August, 2006, all prior
custody orders are vacated and replaced with the following:
1. The mother, Margaret C. Myers, (formerly
Bogovic) and the father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared
legal custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23,
2000. The parties agree that major decisions concerning
their child including, but not necessarily limited to, the
child's health, welfare, education, religious training and
upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion
and consultation with each other, with a view toward
obtaining and following a harmonious policy in the child's
best interest.
Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the
affections of the child from the other party. Each party
shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance
concerning the child that could reasonably be expected to be
of concern to the other. Day-to-day decisions shall be the
responsibility of the parent then having physical custody.
Each parent shall notify the other parent as soon
as possible of any health problem, injury, or similar
medical emergency or treatment concerning the child. With
regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the
parent then having physical custody of the child at the time
of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate
decisions necessitated thereby.
However, that parent shall inform the other of the
emergency and consult with him or her as soon as possible.
In accordance with 23 Pa.C.S.A. 5309, each party shall be
entitled to complete and full information from any doctor,
dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have
copies of any reports or information given to either party
as a parent authorized by statute.
Mutual agreement shall be made, in advance,
regarding the following matters: Enrollment or termination
in a particular school or school program, advancing or
holding the child back in school, authorizing enrollment in
college, authorizing the child's driver's license or
purchase of an automobile, authorizing employment,
authorizing either the child's marriage or enlistment in the
armed forces, approving a petition for emancipation,
authorizing foreign travel, passport application or exchange
student status.
2. School year. [Seven days before school begins
until the day after school ends]:
A. Mother shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Father have have partial physical custody
as follows:
(i). Every other weekend from Friday
after school until Sunday at 7:30 p.m. If there is no -
school on Monday, the visitation shall extend to 7:30 p.m.
on Monday.
(ii). Every Wednesday evening from after
school until school begins the next morning.
3. Summer months. [the day after school ends
until seven days before school begins]
A. Father shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Mother shall have periods of partial
physical custody as follows:
(i). Every other weekend from Friday at
5:00 until Monday at the commencement of day care.
Provided, however, that if mother has Monday off from work,
the partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
(ii). Every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m.
until Thursday at the commencement of day care. Provided,
however, that if mother has Thursday off from work, the
partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
4. The parties shall share or alternate having
custody of the child on holidays as follows:
A. Christmas: In every year the.father
shall have custody of the child from Christmas Eve at 9:00
a.m. through Christmas Day when the father shall transport
the child to the mother's church for the 9:00 service, and
the mother shall have custody from Christmas Day at 9:00
a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child from New Year's Eve
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at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the
mother shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years the mother shall
have custody of the child from New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m.
through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the father shall
have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00
p.m. For purposes of this provision, the entire New Year's
holiday shall be deemed to fall in the same year as New
Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday
period shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The father shall have custody of the child on
Thanksgiving in odd numbered years and the mother shall have
custody in even numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of
custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The mother shall have custody of the child on
Easter in odd numbered years and the father shall have
custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Day/July 4th/Labor Day: The
periods of holiday custody on Memorial Day, July 4th, and
Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holidav. In odd numbered years the father shall have
custody of the child on Memorial Day and Labor Day and the
mother shall have custody on July 4th. In even numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Memorial
Day and Labor Day and the father shall have custody on July
4th.
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Trick or
Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
and in even numbered years the father shall have custody of
the child for Trick or Treat Night in his community from
5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event that Trick or Treat
Night is scheduled on different nights in the parties'
communities, the parent who does not have custody of the
child under this provision shall be entitled to have custody
from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her community's
Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year
the mother shall have custody of the child for Mother's Day
and the father shall have custody of the child for Father's
Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parent's Birthdays: In every year the
father shall have custody of the child on May 10 for the
father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However,
in the event Mother's Day falls on the father's birthday,
the Mother's Day holiday shall take precedence. The mother
shall have custody of the child every year on June 30 for
the mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
I. Child's birthday: In odd numbered years
the mother shall have custody of the child on August 23 from
9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child on August 23 for the
same period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall
supercede and take precedence over the regular and vacation
custody schedule unless otherwise agreed between the
parties.
5. Each party shall be entitled to have custody
of the child for one seven day non-consecutive period for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance
written notice to the other party by letter or e-mail. The
party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference
on his or her selection of vacation dates. Neither party
8. Each party shall notify the other party of the
address and telephone number of the third parties who are.
providing care for the child, other than individuals who are
residing in the same household.
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For the Plaintiff
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS,
Plaintiff/Respondent
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant/Petitioner
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3852
: CIVIL ACTION -LAW
: CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 2-? day of May 2007, I, MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, Attorney
for Defendant/Petitioner, hereby certify that I have this day sent a copy of Petition to Modify
Custody by depositing a certified copy of the same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, at
Hershey, Pennsylvania, addressed to:
McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC
Attn: J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
100 Pine Street
P.O. Box 1166
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
MAX J. SMITH, JRa4ui
reI.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
MARGARET C. MYERS
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
DEFENDANT
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
. IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Monday, June 04, 2007 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Dawn S. Sunday, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 12:00 PM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. All children age five or older may also be present at the conference. Failure to appear at the conference may
provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT.
By: /s/ Dawn S. Sunda Es q.
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. 03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this A day of , 2007, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation eport, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The parties shall submit themselves, their minor Child, and any other individuals deemed
necessary by the evaluator to a supplemental custody evaluation to be performed by Kasey Shienvold.
The purpose of the supplemental evaluation shall be to obtain independent professional
recommendations concerning custody issues which have arisen since completion of the prior
evaluation. The parties shall equally share all costs of the supplemental evaluation.
2. Within sixty (60) days of completion of the supplemental evaluation and receipt of the
evaluator's written custody recommendations, counsel for either party may contact the Conciliator to
schedule an additional custody conciliation conference, if necessary.
3. Pending further Order of Court or agreement of the parties, the prior Order of this Court
dated August 4, 2006 shall continue in effect.
BY
Edward E.
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A
MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff
VS.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian L. Bogovic, Jr. August 23, 2000 Mother/Father
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on June 22, 2007, with the following individuals
in attendance: the Mother, Margaret C. Myers, formerly Bogovic, with her counsel, J. Paul Helvy,
Esquire, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Max J. Smith, Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
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Custody Conciliator
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
MARGARET C. MYERS CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
vs. 03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of l , 2008, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The parties shall engage in a course of therapeutic family counseling with Arnold
Shienvold, Ph.D., or other professional selected by agreement between the parties. The purpose of the
counseling shall be to assist the parties in establishing a co-parenting relationship to enable them to
effectively address the Child's needs. The parties shall follow the recommendations of the counselor
with regard to the participation of their spouses in the counseling process. The parties agree that
neither party shall call the counselor as a witness in any future court proceedings in this matter. All
costs of the counseling shall be shared equally between the parties. The parties shall contact the
counselor within ten (10) days of the date of this Order to schedule the initial counseling sessions.
2. Paragraph 5 of the prior Order of this Court dated August 4, 2006 is modified to provide that
periods of vacation custody shall be scheduled to run from Friday at 9:00 a.m. through the following
Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
3. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
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Plaintiff
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BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian L. Bogovic, Jr. August 23, 2000 Mother/Father
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on February 20, 2008, with the following
individuals in attendance: the Mother, Margaret Bogovic, now Myers, with her counsel, J. Paul Helvy,
Esquire, and the Father, Brian Bogovic, with his counsel, Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire..
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
Date U Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire
Attorney I.D. #32114
Jarad W. Handelman, Esquire
Attorney I.D. #82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly, LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
Telephone: 717-533-3280
Fax: 717-533-2795
e-mail: mis(ajsdc.com
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS,
Plaintiff/Respondent
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant/Petitioner
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
CUSTODY
PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
TO THE HONORABLE, THE JUDGES OF THE SAID COURT:
AND NOW comes the Defendant/Petitioner, BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, by his attorney,
MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, and respectfully represents the following:
1. Defendant/Petitioner is BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, who resides at 117 Ewe Road,
Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
2. Plaintiff/Respondent is MARGARET C. MYERS, who resides at 2515 Overlook
Drive, York, York County, Pennsylvania.
3. Petitioner and Respondent are divorced and are the parents of one child, BRIAN
L. BOGOVIC, JR., born August 23, 2000.
4. An Order of Court was issued on August 4, 2006 by the Honorable Edward E.
Guido, granting the parties shared legal custody with respect to the minor child, and granting
Respondent primary physical custody during the school year and granting Petitioner primary
physical custody during the summer months, subject to each parties' rights of partial custody.
(See copy of Order marked Exhibit "A", attached hereto and made part hereof).
5. A subsequent Order of Court was issued by Judge Guido on February 27, 2008,
which required the parties to participate in family therapeutic counseling under the guidance of
Arnold T. Shienvold, Ph.D., and which slightly modified the Order of Court dated August 4,
2006. (See copy of Order marked Exhibit "B", attached hereto and made part hereof).
6. The best interests and welfare of the minor child would be served by placing
primary physical and shared legal custody of the minor child with Petitioner, as Petitioner is the
parent best-equipped to have custody of Brian Jr. during the academic year.
7. The minor child has resided at the following addresses for the past five (5) years:
(a) From 2003 until present at 117 Ewe Road, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland
County, Pennsylvania with Father and step-mother.
(b) From 2003 until 2005 at 613 Canvasbach, Etters, York County, Pennsylvania
with Mother.
(c) From 2005 until present at 2515 Overlook Street, York, York County,
Pennsylvania with Mother and step-father.
8. Petitioner does not have any information of any custody proceeding
concerning said minor child in any court in Pennsylvania or any other State, other than
the heretofore referenced proceedings entered to the within term and number.
9. Petitioner has not participated as a party, witness or otherwise in any other
litigation concerning the custody of said minor child in Pennsylvania or any other State,
other than the heretofore referenced proceedings entered to the within term and number.
10. Petitioner does not know of any person not a party to these proceedings who has
physical custody of the said minor child or who claims to have custody or visitation rights with
respect to him.
WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully prays that your Honorable Court order that
primary physical and shared legal custody of the minor child, BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, JR., be
placed with Petitioner.
Date: January 2-0 , 2009
Respectfully submitted,
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MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire
I.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
I verify that the statements made in this Petition are true and correct. I understand
that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904,
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A:
MARGARET C. MYERS,-
Plaintiff
V.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
Defendant NO.03-3852 CIVIL TERM
IN RE: CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 4th day of August, 2006, all prior
custody orders are vacated and replaced with the following:
1. The mother, Margaret C. Myers, (formerly
Bogovic) and the father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared
legal custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23,
2000. The parties agree that major decisions concerning
their child including, but not necessarily limited to, the
child's health, welfare, education, religious training and
upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion
and consultation with each other, with a view toward
obtaining and following a harmonious policy in the child's
best interest.
Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the
affections of the child from the other party. Each party
shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance
concerning the child that could reasonably be expected to be
of concern to the other. Day-to-day decisions shall be the
responsibility of the parent then having physical custody.
Each parent shall notify the other parent as soon
as possible of any health problem, injury, or similar
medical emergency or treatment concerning the child. With
regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the
parent then having physical custody of the child at the time
of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate
decisions necessitated thereby.
However, that parent shall inform the other of the
emergency and consult with him or her as soon as possible.
In accordance with 23 Pa.C.S.A. 5309, each party shall be
entitled to complete and full information from any doctor,
dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have
copies of any reports or information given to either party
as a parent authorized by statute.
Mutual agreement shall be made, in advance,
regarding the following matters: Enrollment or termination
in a particular school or school program, advancing or
holding the child back in school, authorizing enrollment in
college, authorizing the child's driver's license or
purchase of an automobile, authorizing employment,
authorizing either the child's marriage or enlistment in the
armed forces, approving a petition for emancipation,
authorizing foreign travel, passport application or exchange
student status.
2. School year. [Seven days before school begins
until the day after school ends]:
A. Mother shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Father have have partial physical custody
as follows:
(i). Every other weekend from Friday
after school until Sunday at 7:30 p.m. If there is no
school on Monday, the visitation shall extend to 7:30 p.m.
on Monday.
. (ii). Every Wednesday evening from after
school until school begins the next morning.
3. Summer months. [the day after school ends
until seven days before school begins]
A. Father shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Mother shall have periods of partial
physical custody as follows:
(i). Every other weekend from Friday at
5:00 until Monday at the commencement of day care.
Provided, however, that if mother has Monday off from work,
the partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
(ii). Every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m.
until Thursday at the commencement of day care. Provided,
however, that if mother has Thursday off from work, the
partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
4. The parties shall share or alternate having
custody of the child on holidays as follows:
A. Christmas: In every year the.father
shall have custody of the child from Christmas Eve at 9:00
a.m. through Christmas Day when the father shall transport
the child to the mother's church for the 9:00 service, and
the mother shall have custody from Christmas Day at 9:00
a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child from New Year's Eve
at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the
mother shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years the mother shall
have custody of the child from New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m.
through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the father shall
have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00
p.m. For purposes of this provision, the entire New Year's
holiday shall be deemed to fall in the same year as New
Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday
period shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The father shall have custody of the child on
Thanksgiving in odd numbered years and the mother shall have
custody in even numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of
custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The mother shall have custody of the child on
Easter in odd numbered years and the father shall have
custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Day/July 4th/Labor Day: The
periods of holiday custody on Memorial Day, July 4th, and
Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. In odd numbered years the father shall have
custody of the child on Memorial Day and Labor Day and the
mother shall have custody on July 4th. In even numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Memorial
Day and Labor Day and the father shall have custody on July
4th.
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Trick or
Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
ar_d in even numbered years the father shall have custody of
tre child for Trick or Treat Night in his community from
5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event that Trick or Treat
Night is scheduled on different nights in the parties'
communities, the parent who does not have custody of the
cr__ld under this provision shall be entitled to have custody
from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her community's
Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year
the mother shall have custody of the child for Mother's Day
and the father shall have custody of the child for Father's
Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parent's Birthdays: In every year the
father shall have custody of the child on May 10 for the
father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However,
in the event Mother's Day falls on the father's birthday,
the Mother's Day holiday shall take precedence. The mother
shall have custody of the child every year on June 30 for
the mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
I. Child's birthday: In odd numbered years
the mother shall have custody of the child on August 23 from
9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child on August 23 for the
same period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall
supercede and take precedence over the regular and vacation
custody schedule unless otherwise agreed between the
parties.
5. Each party shall be entitled to have custody
of the child for one seven day non-consecutive period for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance
written notice to the other party by letter or e-mail. The
party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference
on his or her selection of vacation dates. Neither party
shall schedule periods of custody under this provision
during the other party's holiday periods of custody unless
otherwise agreed between the parties. Periods of custody
under this provision shall be scheduled from Saturday at
9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at 9:00 a.m. and
shall begin on that party's regular weekend period of
custody. Vacation time under this provision may not be
accumulated or rolled over into a subseqeunt year unless
otherwise agreed between the parties in writing. The
parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the
address and telephone number where the child can be
contacted in the event of an emergency during the vacation
period.
6. The parties shall immediately contact Deb
Salem [or any other counselor mutually agreed upon] to start
co-parent counseling. To the extent that the counseling is
not covered by insurance, the parties shall share the cost
equally.
7. Father shall immediately contact a counselor
to arrange for counseling for the child. If the parties
cannot agree upon a counselor, father shall obtain a written
recommendation from D=. Shienvold and make an appointment
for the child. To the extent that the counseling is not
covered by insurance, the parties shall share the cost
equally.
8. Each party shall notify the other party of the
address and telephone number of the third parties who are.
providing care for the child, other than individuals who are
residing in the same household.
J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
For the Plaintiff
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F the Defendant
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MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff
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Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852
CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of 1 , 2008, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The parties shall engage in a course of therapeutic family counseling with Arnold
Shienvold, Ph.D., or other professional selected by agreement between the parties. The purpose of the
counseling shall be to assist the parties in establishing a co-parenting relationship to enable them to
effectively address the Child's needs. The parties shall follow the recommendations of the counselor
with regard to the participation of their spouses in the counseling process. The parties agree that
neither parry shall call the counselor as a witness in any future court proceedings in this matter. All
costs of the counseling shall be shared equally between the parties. The parties shall contact the
counselor within ten (10) days of the date of this Order to schedule the initial counseling sessions.
2. Paragraph 5 of the prior Order of this Court dated August 4, 2006 is modified to provide that
periods of vacation custody shall be scheduled to run from Friday at 9:00 a.m. through the following
Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
3. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
cc: J. aul Helvy, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire - Counsel for Mother
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Edward E. Guido J.
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS,
Plaintiff/Respondent
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant/Petitioner
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION -LAW
CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this 2`0 day of January, 2009, I, MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, Attorney
MAX J. SMITH, JR. squire
I.D. No. 32114
JARAD W. HANDELMAN, Esquire
I.D. No. 82629
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
for Defendant/Petitioner, hereby certify that I have this day sent a copy of Petition to Modify
Custody by depositing a certified copy of the same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, at
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, addressed to:
McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC
Attn: J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
100 Pine Street
P.O. Box 1166
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Thursday, January 22, 2009 , upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Dawn S. Sunday, Esq. , the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 on Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at 12:00 PM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custodv orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ Dawn S. Sunda Es
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
Telephone (717) 249-3166
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
Plaintiff
vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
2003-3852
CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT ?
AND NOW, this day of P.4"K/'Q` , 2009, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The prior Orders of this Court shall continue in effect as modified by this Order.
2. The parties shall resume participation in a course of therapeutic family counseling with
Arnold Shienvold, PhD as provided in provision 1 of the prior Order of this Court dated February 26,
2008. The Father shall be responsible to contact Dr. Shienvold's office to coordinate the scheduling
for the parties.
3. The parties agree that the Child shall undergo an evaluation by Mary Roman, PhD, and also
by professionals at Therabilities, Inc. The Mother shall be responsible to coordinate the scheduling
with Therabilities and the Father shall be responsible to coordinate the scheduling with Mary Roman.
Both parties shall schedule the appointments at times when both parties are available to attend, unless
otherwise agreed.
4. This Order is entered without prejudice to the Father's right to pursue his request for
primary physical custody during the school year. The parties agree that they will attempt to resolve
that issue by cooperation and agreement after they have participated in counseling with Dr. Shienvold
to improve their communications and ability to address issues related to the custody schedule between
themselves. In the event the parties are unable to resolve the primary custody issue and the Father
believes the change in custody during the school year is still necessary to meet the needs of the Child,
the Father's counsel may contact the conciliator to schedule an additional custody conciliation
conference specifically to address that issue.
/ Edward E. Guido J.
cc: /Paul Helvy, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
Max J. Smith, Esquire - Counsel for Father
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Plaintiff
VS.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME
Brian L. Bogovic, Jr
DATE OF BIRTH
August 23, 2000
CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Mother/Father
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on February 24, 2009, with the following
individuals in attendance: the Mother, Margaret C. Myers, formerly Bogovic, with her counsel, J. Paul
Helvy, Esquire, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Max J. Smith, Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
MCNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
By: J. Paul Helvy
Attorney I.D. No. 53148
100 Pine Street
P.O. Box 1166
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
(717) 237-5343
(717) 260-1701 (fax)
Email: phelvy@mwn.com
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Attorneys for Plaintiff/Petitioner
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC,
Plaintiff
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, SR.,
Defendant
NO. 2003-3852
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
IN CUSTODY
PLAINTIFF'S PETITION TO MODIFY CUSTODY
AND NOW COMES Petitioner Margaret C. Bogovic Myers, by and through her
attorneys, McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, and files this Petition to Modify Custody with
the Court and in support therefore, states:
1. Petitioner Margaret C. Bogovic Myers is an adult individual who resides at
2515 Overlook Drive, York, York County, Pennsylvania.
2. Respondent Brian L. Bogovic, Sr. is an adult individual who resides at 117
Ewe Road, Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
3. The parties are divorced and are the parents of one child, Brian L.
Bogovic, Jr., born August 23, 2000.
4. On August 4, 2006, a Custody Order was entered by the Honorable
Edward E. Guido, granting the parties shared legal custody with respect to the minor
child and granting Mother primary physical custody during the school year, and Father
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primary physical custody during the summer months subject to each party's right of
physical custody. A true and correct copy of said Order is attached hereto and marked
Exhibit "A."
5. A subsequent Order of Court was issued by Judge Guido on February 27,
2008, which required the parties to participate in family therapeutic counseling under the
guidance of Arnold Shienvold, Ph.D., and which slightly modified the Order of Court
dated August 4, 2006. A true and correct copy of the Order is attached hereto and
marked Exhibit "B."
6. Mother has been concerned regarding the parties' minor child's behavior
issues for quite some time. These issues have adversely impacted the minor child's
school performance.
7. The parties ultimately agreed to have a neuropsychological evaluation of
the minor child conducted in order to obtain more information regarding the nature of his
difficulties.
8. On November 10, 2009, a neuropsychological evaluation report was
issued by Mary J. Roman, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist, which set forth the diagnosis
for the minor child as well as a series of recommendations to assist the minor child.
9. Mother has attempted, without success, to obtain cooperation from Father
regarding the implementation of the various recommendations that have been made.
10. A recent example of Father's refusal to cooperate with Mother's efforts to
implement the psychologist's recommendations is found in an email from Father dated
February 17, 2010, wherein Father finally responds to Mother's repeated requests for
action. Mother's concerns with Father's email are as follows:
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A. Father indicates that he believes that they should "follow Dr.
Roman's recommendation and further investigate the root of Brian's difficulties in order
to determine the best course of action to help support Brian's successes academically,
emotionally and behaviorally." This was somewhat nonsensical in that Dr. Roman's
report does not suggest that they further investigate the root of their son's difficulty. To
the contrary, it sets forth clearly a defined course of action to support Brian's success.
B. Father states that he is "strongly opposed to implementing multiple
interventions simultaneously." Again, this is disconcerting to Mother in that both Brian's
school and the psychologist have recommended a multifaceted approach to assisting
the minor child with his difficulties, including counseling, a behavioral specialist
consultant for 3 hours per week, a therapeutic staff support person at the school for 10
hours per week, the implementation of a 504 plan, and a series of parent and teacher-
oriented suggestions that would help the minor child with his difficulties.
11. Over three months have passed since Dr. Roman issued her report and
no progress has been made to implement Dr. Roman's recommendations.
12. Mother believes and therefore avers that in the absence of a Court Order
authorizing Mother to obtain the assistance for Brian which has been recommended by
both the school and the psychologist that she will be unable to provide the minor child
with the assistance that he desperately needs.
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WHEREFORE, Mother respectfully requests this Honorable Court to enter an
Order which will grant her the ability to implement the recommendations which have
been made by the school and Dr. Roman to the benefit of this minor child.
Respectfully submitted,
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
By
Attorneys for
Dated: March 2, 2010
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
MARGARET C. MYERS, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC,
Defendant
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO.03-3852 CIVIL TERM
IN RE: CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 4th day of August, 2006, all prior
custody orders are vacated and replaced with the following:
1. The mother, Margaret C. Myers, (formerly
Bogovic) and the father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared
legal custody of Brian Lee Bogovic, Jr., born August 23,
2000. The parties agree that major decisions concerning
their child including, but not necessarily limited to, the
child's health, welfare, education, religious training and
upbringing shall be made by them jointly, after discussion
and consultation with each other, with a view toward
cbtaining and following a harmonious policy in the child's
bes_ .interest.
Each party agrees not to attempt to alienate the
affections of the child from the other party. Each party
shall notify the other of any activity or circumstance
concerning the child that could reasonably be expected to be
cf concern to the other. Day-to-day decisions shall be the
restionsibility of the parent then having physical custody.
Each parent shall notify the other parent as soon
as possible of any health problem, injury, or similar
medical emergency or treatment concerning the child. With
regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the
parent then having physical custody of the child at the time
of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate
decisions necessitated thereby.
However, that parent shall inform the other of the
emergency and consult with him or her as soon as possible.
In accordance with 23 Pa.C.S.A. 5309, each party shall be
entitled to complete and full information from any doctor,
dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have
copies of any reports or information given to either party
as a parent authorized by statute.
Mutual agreement shall be made, in advance,
regarding the following matters: Enrollment or termination
in a particular school or school program, advancing or
holding the child back in school, authorizing enrollment in
college, authorizing the child's driver's license or
purchase of an automobile, authorizing employment,
authorizing either the child's marriage or enlistment in the
armed forces, approving a petition for emancipation,
authorizing foreign travel, passport application or exchange
student status.
2. School year. [Seven days before school begins
until the day after school ends]:
A. Mother shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Father have have partial physical custody
as follows:
(i). Every other weekend from Friday
after school until Sunday at 7:30 p.m. If there is no
school on Monday, the visitation shall extend to 7:30 p.m.
on Monday.
(ii). Every Wednesday evening from after
school until school begins the next morning.
3. Summer months. [the day after school ends
until seven days before school begins]
A. Father shall have primary physical
custody of the child.
B. Mother shall have periods of partial
physical custody as follows;
(i). Every other weekend from Friday at
5:00 until Monday at the commencement of day care.
Provided, however, that if mother has Monday off from work,
the partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
(ii). Every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m.
until 'Thursday at'the commencement of day care. Provided,
however, that if mother has Thursday off from work, the
partial custody shall extend until 7:00 p.m.
4. The parties shall share or alternate having
custody of the child on holidays as follows:
A. Christmas: In every year the father
shall have custody of the child from Christmas Eve at 9:00-
a.m. through Christmas Day when the father shall transport
the child to the mother's church for the 9:00 service, and
the mother shall have custody from Christmas Day at 9:00
a.m. through December 26 at 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child from New Year's Eve
at 9:00 a.m. through New Fear's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the
mother shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years the mother shall
have custody of the child from New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m.
through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the father shall
have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00
P.m. For ourooses o= this provision, the entire New Year's
holiday shall be deemed tc fall in the same year as New
Year's Eve.
C. Thanksaivinc: The Thanksgiving holiday
period shall run from 9:0C a.m. until 8:00 n.m. on the
holiday. -he father shall have custody o --he child cn
Thanksgiving in odd numbered years and the ..other shall have
custody in even numbered ears.
Easter: The Easter holiday period of
custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. The mother shall have custody of the child on
Easter in odd numbered years and the father shall have
custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial Day/July 4th/Labor Day: The
periods of holiday custody on Memorial Day, July 4th, and
Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the
holiday. In odd numbered years the father shall have
custody of the child on Memorial Day and Labor Day and the
mother shall have custody on July 4th. In even numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Memorial
Day and Labor Day and the father shall have custody on July
4th.
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered
years the mother shall have custody of the child on Trick or
Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
and in even numbered years the father shall have custody of
the child for Trick or Treat Night in his community from
5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In the event that Trick or Treat
Nigh is scheduled on different nights in the parties'
co=,,:nines, the parent who does not have custody of the
ch=_ld under this provision shall be entitled to have custody
from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her community's
Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year
the mother shall have custody of the child for Mother's Day
and the father shall have custody of the child for Father's
Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parent's Birthdays: In every year the
father shall have custody of the child on May 10 for the
father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However,
in the event Mother's Day falls on the father's birthday,
the Mother's Day holiday shall take precedence. The mother
shall have custody of the child every year on June 30 for
the mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
I. Child's birthday: In odd numbered years
the mother shall have custody of the child on August 23 from
9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years the
father shall have custody of the child on August 23 for the
same period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall
sucercede and take precedence over the regular and vacation
custody schedule unless otherwise agreed between the
parties.
5. Each party shall be entitled to have custody
of the child for one seven day non-consecutive period for
vacation each year upon providing at least 30 days advance
written notice to the other party by letter or e-mail. The
party providing notice first shall be entitled to preference
on his cr her selection of vacation dates. Nether party
shall schedule periods of custody under this provision
during the other party's holiday periods of custody unless
otherwise agreed between the parties. Periods of custody
under this provision shall be scheduled from Saturday at
9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at 9:00 a.m. and
shall begin on that party's regular weekend period of
custody. Vacation time under this provision may not be
accumulated or rolled over into a subsegeunt year unless
otherwise agreed between the parties in writing. The
parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the
address and telephone number where the child can be
contacted in the event of an emergency during the vacation
oeriod.
6. The parties shall immediately contact Deb
Salem [cr any other counselor mutually agreed upon] to start
co-parent counseling. To the extent that the counseling is
not covered by insurance, the parties shall share the cost
equally.
i. Father shall immediately contact a counselor
-o arrange for counseling for the child. If the parties
cannot agree upon a counselor, father shall obtain a written
recommLendation from Dr. Shienvold and make an appointment
for the child. To the extent that the counseling is not
covered by insurance, the parties shall share the cost
equally.
8. Each party shall notify the other party of the
address and telephone number of the third parties who are
providing care for the child, other than individuals who are
residing in the same household.
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MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff
vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852
CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of t ?4 , 2008, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The parties shall engage in a course of therapeutic family counseling with Arnold
Shienvold, Ph.D., or other professional selected by agreement between the parties. The purpose of the
counseling shall be to assist the parties in establishing a co-parenting relationship to enable them to
effectively address the Child's needs. The parties shall follow the recommendations of the counselor
with regard to the participation of their spouses in the counseling process. The parties agree that
neither party shall call the counselor as a witness in any future court proceedings in this matter. All
costs of the counseling shall be shared equally between the parties. The parties shall contact the
counselor within ten. (10) days of the date of this Order to schedule the initial counseling sessions.
2. Paragraph 5 of the prior Order of this Court dated August 4, 2006 is modified to provide that
periods of vacation custody shall be scheduled to run from Friday at 9:00 a.m. through the following
Saturday at 7:00 p.m.
3. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
cc: J. Paul Helvy, Esquire - Counsel for Mother
Max J. Smith. Jr.. Esquire - Counsel for Mother +{ w'
Edward E. Guido J.
VERIFICATION
I verify that the statements made in the foregoing document are true and correct.
i understand that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.
C.S. §4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date:
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
The undersigned hereby certifies that on this date a true and correct copy of the
foregoing document was served by first-class mail upon the following:
Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly, LLP
PO Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
i elle Armour, Legal Secretary
Dated: March 2, 2010
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
PL.,AINTIFF
V
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC SR
DEFENDANT
AND Now,
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
. CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
03-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
Monday, March 08, 2010 upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Dawn S. Sunday, Esq. the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 on Wednesday, April 07, 2010 at 2:00 PM
._ ...... _ _...__.
for a Pre-l-Iearmg Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order, Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT.
By: /s/ Dawn S. Sunda Es .
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
'Telephone (717) 249-3166
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
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Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this .20# day of 2* uson
consideration of the attached ustody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
1. The prior Orders of this Court dated August 4, 2006 and February 27, 2008 shall continue in
effect with the exception of the requirement that the parties engage in therapeutic family counseling,
which is modified by this Order.
2. The parties shall make arrangements for the Child to participate in play therapy with a
professional to be selected by agreement between the parties. The Father shall make inquiries with
regard to the Mother's proposal that the parties select Betsy Craft as the counselor and shall advise the
Mother by Monday, March 29, 2010 as to whether he agrees to select the proposed counselor. If the
parties are unable to agree as to a professional to conduct the play therapy for the Child, the parties
shall obtain resolution of the selection of the counselor through parent coordination with Arnold
Shienvold, PhD. The parties shall equally share any costs of the Child's therapy.
3. Arnold Shienvold, PhD is hereby appointed as Parent Coordinator for the parties for a term
of 12 months from the date of this Order, or until the resignation of the Parent Coordinator or
termination of the appointment by the Court, whichever first occurs. Both parties shall cooperate with
scheduling and shall not cancel appointments absent a true emergency. Any costs of parent
coordination shall be equally divided between the parties, subject to reallocation by the Court in the
event the Court determines such a reallocation is appropriate under the circumstances. The parties
shall promptly sign the Parent Coordinator's standard Contract.
4. The Parent Coordinator shall attempt to resolve issues arising out of the existing Custody
Order through facilitation, mediation, consultation, coaching and education. If it is apparent to the
Parent Coordinator that continued similar efforts are unlikely to resolve the parenting issue, the Parent
Coordinator shall have the authority to resolve the dispute by providing a decision for the parties on
the following issues:
A. Dates, times, places and conditions for custody exchanges;
B. Temporary variation from the schedule for a special event or particular circumstance;
C. Minor adjustments to the physical custody schedule necessitated by the needs of the
Child;
D. School issues, apart from school selection;
E. Child's participation in recreation, enrichment and extracurricular activities,
programs and travel;
F. Child care arrangements;
G. Personal possessions of the Child;
H. Behavioral management of the Child;
1. Information exchange and communication with or about the Child;
J. Coordination of services for the Child including counseling, health or medication
issues;
K. Other related custody issues that the parties mutually agree, in writing, to submit to
the Parent Coordinator.
5. The Parent Coordinator's role and authority shall not include the following:
A. A change in legal custody decision making authority;
B. A change in primary physical custody;
C. A change in the partial custody schedule that substantially reduces or expands the
Child's time with one or both parties;
D. Relocation of the Child's residence which would render implementation of the
current Custody Order impossible or impracticable;
E. Determination of financial issues.
6. Prior to the Parent Coordinator making a decision or recommendation, the Parent
Coordinator shall provide a notice and opportunity for each of the parties to be heard either in person
or by other means as determined by the Parent Coordinator, unless exigent circumstances render
contact with both parties impracticable or potentially dangerous to a party and or the Child. In the
event a parent is given advance written notice of a session with the Parent Coordinator but does not
attend or otherwise make arrangements to participate, the Parent Coordinator may make a decision
despite that parent's absence.
7. The Parent Coordinator's decisions may be communicated to the parties orally, but shall be
confirmed in writing as soon as practicable and filed in the Prothonotary's Office at the parties' above-
captioned Custody Docket. Any communication from the Parent Coordinator to the Court shall be
copied to the parties, or if represented, counsel.
8. The Parent Coordinator's decisions shall be binding upon the parties unless and until revised
by Court Order.
9. Each party retains the right to petition the Court with regard to the conduct of the other party
and any recommendations/decisions made by the Parent Coordinator. The parties shall have the right
to rely upon recommendations/decisions made by the Parent Coordinator until such time as the Court
enters any subsequent Order, with or without a hearing, regarding any issue raised by the parties.
10. Prior to filing any new motion, petition or complaint with the Court involving non-
emergency custody or parenting of the Child within the scope of the Parent Coordinator's authority,
the parties shall participate in at least two sessions with the Parent Coordinator to attempt resolution of
the specified disputed issues.
11. Each party shall provide the Parent Coordinator with all information that the Parent
Coordinator requests, including signed HIPAA releases and other forms requested. The Parent
Coordinator is authorized to contact any professional or other individual (e.g. the Child, therapists,
physicians, child care providers, teachers, family members, etc.) as the Parent Coordinator deems
necessary.
12. The Parent Coordinator shall determine the protocol of all communications, interviews,
and sessions, including who shall or may attend the sessions (including the Child), and whether the
sessions will be conducted in person or by other means.
13. The Parent Coordinator may communicate with any parry or their attorney in writing or
verbally, if necessary, and shall advise all parties/attorneys of any such communications. Any party or
attorney may communicate in writing with the Parent Coordinator for the Child, provided that copies
are provided to the other parry or counsel simultaneously. Any communications between the parents,
the parents' attorneys, and the Parent Coordinator shall not be deemed confidential, but shall be
admissible in evidence at any proceeding held before the Court, subject to the Pennsylvania Rules of
Evidence.
14. In accordance with Pa. R.Civ.P. §1915.17, the Court appointed Parent Coordinator is an
officer of the Court, and has quasi-judicial immunity.
15. The Parent Coordinator cannot be compelled to testify in any proceeding absent a Court
Order.
16. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
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Edward E. Guido J.
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
Plaintiff
VS.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME DATE OF BIRTH CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian L. Bogovic, Jr. August 23, 2000 Mother/Father
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on March 25, 2010, with the following
individuals in attendance: the Mother, Margaret C. Myers, formerly Bogovic, with her counsel, J. Paul
Helvy, Esquire, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire.
3. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached. The conciliator confirmed
that Arnold Shienvold, PhD is willing to accept the appointment as Parent Coordinator in this matter.
Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC N/K/A IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
MARGARET C. MYERS
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT 3
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Wednesday, June 08, 2011 , upon consideration of the attached Complai nt,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before Dawn S. Sunday, Esq. the conciliator,
at __ 39 West Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 on Tuesday, July 05, 2011 at 2:00 PM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference. At such conference, an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished, to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court, and to enter into a temporary
order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders, and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By: /s/ Dawn S. Sunda Es .
Custody Conciliator
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the Americans
with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the scheduled
conference or hearing.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR ATTORNEY AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT
HAVE AN ATTORNEY OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET
FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
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MCNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
By: J. Paul Helvy
Attorney ID No. 53148
Anthony M. Hoover
Attorney ID No. 307033
100 Pine Street
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
(717) 237-5343
(717) 260-5300 facsimile
2011 AUG 24 PM 2: 25
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS
V
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
TO: Brian L. Bogovic:
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION- LAW
IN CUSTODY
NOTICE TO PLEAD
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED TO FILE A WRITTEN RESPONSE TO THE
ENCLOSED COUNTERCLAIM WITHIN TWENTY (20) DAYS FROM SERVICE
HEREOF OR A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU.
MCNEES WALLACE & NURICK, LLC
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P.O. Box 1166
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
(717) 237-5343
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Attorney for Plaintiff,
Paul Helvy
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
By: J. Paul Helvy
Attorney ID No. 53148
100 Pine Street
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
(717) 232-8000
(717) 237-5300 facsimile
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Attorneys for Plaintiff
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS
V
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 03-3852
CIVIL ACTION- LAW
IN CUSTODY
ANSWER TO PETITION FOR MODIFICATION OF CUSTODY ORDER
AND NOW, comes Plaintiff, Margaret C. Bogovic, now known as Margaret C.
Myers, by and through her attorneys, McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC, and answers
Defendant's Petition for Modification of Custody Order, and files a Counterclaim for
Modification of Custody Order, and in support thereof avers as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Admitted.
7. Admitted.
8. Denied. It is denied that the best interest of the child will be served by
modifying the current Order as requested by the Petitioner.
9. Admitted.
10. Admitted.
11. Admitted.
12. Admitted.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff, Margaret C. Myers, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court deny Defendant's Petition to Modify Custody.
COUNTERCLAIM FOR MODIFICATION OF CUSTODY ORDER
13. Plaintiffs Answers to the Petition to Modify filed by the Defendant in the
above captioned action, are incorporated herein as if fully set forth at length.
14. In the winter of 2004, Dr. Kasey Shienvold conducted a custody evaluation
at which time he recommended that Mother receive primary physical custody. In
November 2007, Dr. Kasey Shienvold conducted a follow-up evaluation. At that time Dr.
Shienvold noted the following:
a. During the original evaluation, Dr. Shienvold noted that "there were
significant concerns about Brian and Dara's ability to control their emotional expressions
in the presence of Brian, Jr."
b. Dara (Father's new wife) "admitted that she refused the co-parent
counseling session with Margaret (Mother) when it was proposed." With regard to this
issue, Dr. Shienvold stated, "she stated that she was unable to meet at that time (May
2007) because she was expecting to give birth at that time, and because of her work
schedule." Dara claimed that she explained this to Ms. Stebbins at that time. A phone
conversation with Ms. Stebbins and subsequently received records indicated that Dara
was opposed to meeting with Margaret because she thought it would be ineffective.
C. With regard to Dara making negative comments regarding Mother
to the child, Dr. Shienvold stated, "Dara denied expressing negative feelings about
Margaret in front of Brian, Jr. Brian Jr. indicated Dara speaks negatively about his
mother. He reported that Dara will tell him that his mother is not a good mother. Brian
Jr. claimed that Dara made other mean statements about his mother, but did not clarify
what Dara said. He admitted that he does not like when Dara says negative things
about his mother, and that he gets angry with her."
d. Dr. Shienvold summarized his concerns as follows: " The primary
concern at this time is the alleged negative statements made by Dara and her
unwillingness to meet with Margaret in a therapeutic setting." Brian, Jr. and Margaret
each reported that Dara makes negative statements about Margaret. Dara denied
making statements and alleged that Brian Jr. has attempted to manipulate the parties
ability to work together. With regard to the joint co-parent session, Dara indicated that
she was unable to comply with the request because she was about to give birth to the
couple's daughter and because her work schedule was busy. However, she then
revealed that her work allowed her to work from home and that she had a flexible
schedule. Furthermore, she indicated that her mother moved in to her home to help her
care for the baby. These factors would have allowed Dara the ability to meet with
Margaret shortly after her daughter was born. Lastly, Ms. Stebbins reported that Dara
informed her that she was unwilling to participate in the joint session "out of concern for
the effectiveness of the session". Dr. Shienvold went on to state that "there have been
significant concerns about Dara's behavior and willingness to work with Margaret during
the two previous evaluations, as well."
e. Dr. Shienvold then stated that Tara's unwillingness to engage
cooperatively in the co-parent process places Brian Jr. at risk for significant emotional
and behavioral problems. Both Brian, Jr. and Margaret reported that Dara speaks
negatively about Margaret. Brian, Jr. noted that he gets upset or angry when he hears
Dara say mean things about his mother. His continued exposure to negative information
and hostility places him in a difficult and significantly stressful position. Brian, Jr. may
feel pressure to choose a loyalty between his parents. Given Brian, Jr.'s close
relationship with his mother, this behavior also likely prohibits him and Dara from having
a strong, healthy relationship." A true and correct copy of Dr. Shienvold's report, dated
November 1, 2007, is attached hereto and marked as Exhibit A.
15. Unfortunately, the Defendant's wife, Dara, has been unable to modify her
behavior in that she continues to denigrate the Plaintiff in the presence of the minor
child causing the minor child considerable distress.
16. In addition, the Defendant has made repeated comments to the child
denigrating the Plaintiff again causing the minor child emotional distress.
17. Defendant, unfortunately, spends a substantial amount of the time during
which he has custody of the minor child, out of the house, engaging in his hobby of
serving as a disc jockey, and engaging in other activities leaving the parties minor child
in the care and control of Dara, who, as previously indicated, has been unable to refrain
from denigrating the Plaintiff.
18. As a result of the actions of the Defendant and his wife, the minor child
has become increasingly resistant to spending time with Father and his wife. Although
the Plaintiff has complied with the Court Order enforced, the minor child's mental health
is suffering as a result of this situation.
19. The minor child truly enjoys spending time with his father when his father
is available to spend time with him, and when the father is able to refrain from making
disparaging comments regarding the Plaintiff.
WHEREFORE, the Petitioner respectfully requests this Honorable Court to
amend the existing Custody Order to provide Father with periods of partial custody on
alternating weekends, including half of the holiday time, and a block of time to go on
vacation with the goal being that Father will spend the periods of time during which he
has partial physical custody with his son, and refrain from making disparaging
comments regarding Mother during his periods of partial custody.
McNEES WALLACE & NURICK LLC
By.
148
Dated: August 24, 2011 Allorneys fbr-Plaintiff, Margaret C. Myers
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CUSTODY REEVALUATION
BRIAN BOGOVIC, SR. V. MARGARET MYERS
No. 03-3852
E?lliot Riegler., Ph.D. (1945-1999)
Arnold T. Shienvold, Ph.D.
Melinda Eash, MS
James Eash, LSW
Bonnie Howard, Ph.D.
Amy K. Keisling,ACSW, LCSW
Tracy Richards, QCSW, LCSW
Dyanne Sage, QCSW, LCSW
Jeffrey Pincus, Ph.D.
Ann Vergales, ACSW, LCSW
Kasey Shienvold, Psy.D.
Shanen Turk-Geller, LCSW
1-larvey 1-1. Shapiro, MD
John Sivley, LCSW
A child custody evaluation was conducted on the Bogovic's in the winter of 2004.
The result of that evaluation was a recommendation that a shared custodial arrangement
with minimally greater custody time with Margaret best met the needs of Brian, Jr. The
previous evaluation also recommended that Brian, Sr. and Margaret seek out the help of a
co-parent counselor to learn more effective strategies and techniques for effectively
communicating about issues related to Brian, Jr.
Both Brian and Margaret were found to be caring and loving parents who each
had a strong emotional bond with Brian, Jr. Both parents were active participants in
Brian, Jr.'s life. The shared custody arrangement was intended to allow for the
continuation of a strong relationship between Brian, Jr. and each parent.
A custody reevaluation was performed on this family in June 2006. The parties
were having a difficult time agreeing on a primary residence for Brian, Jr. for the
purposes of school. The result of that evaluation recommended primary custody for
Margaret during the school year and a shared custodial relationship during the summer
months. The evaluation revealed that Margaret was better capable of protecting Brian, Jr.
from the co-parent difficulties. There were significant concerns about Brian's and Dara's
ability to control their emotional expressions in the presence of Brian, Jr. Further
recommendations were made for co-parent counseling for the parents and individual
counseling for Brian, Jr.
Throughout each evaluation, Brian and Margaret were described as loving and
dedicated parents to Brian, Jr. They each appeared to have a strong, secure bond with
Brian, Jr. Brian and Margaret were also active participants in their son's life. The
recommended custody arrangement was given to allow each parent to maintain those
positive features.
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Our office was asked to conduct a reevaluation because Brian, Sr. requested
additional modifications to the Court Ordered custody agreement. Brian indicated that lie
would like his alternating weekends to be extended until Monday morning. Additionally,
Brian requested that his midweek overnight during the school year be switched from
Wednesdays to Thursdays. Lastly, Brian reported that he would like his custody during
the Christmas holiday be extended until closer to 12:00 PM. Margaret is reportedly
content with the current custody schedule and is opposed to any modifications.
In order to complete this up-dated evaluation the following processes were used:
I . Brian Bogovic, Sr. was interviewed on two occasions.
2. Margaret Myers was interviewed on two occasions.
3. Brian Bogovic, Jr. was observed in interactions with each parent on one occasion
and was interviewed on one occasion.
4. Dara Myers was interviewed once.
5. Benjamin Myers was interviewed once.
6. A telephone interview was conducted with Anthea Stebbins, LSW, the parties'
co-parent counselor.
7. A written summary and correspondences from Anthea Stebbins, LSW.
S. Notes from Gregory Plotica, M.A., Brian, Jr.'s therapist were reviewed.
9. School records for Brian, Jr. were reviewed.
10. The two previous custody evaluations were reviewed.
Presenting Concerns:
Brian, Sr. reported that he is seeking a modification to the current custody
arrangement. He indicated that it is in Brian, Jr.'s best interest for his periods of partial
custody during the school year be amended. Brian, Sr. stated that Brian, Jr. would be
forced to endure less custodial transitions if his midweek overnights were changed to
Thursdays and his alternating custodial weekends be extended until Monday morning.
The parties currently utilize a school year custodial schedule in which Margaret has
primary physical custody and Brian, Sr. has periods of partial custody on alternating
weekends from Friday at 5:00 PM until Sunday at 7:30 PM and each Wednesday
overnight.
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Brian, Sr. expressed concern about Margaret's activities with Brian, Jr. during the
- summer months. He stated that Margaret did not allow Brian, Jr. to attend his summer
camp during her custody periods. He claimed that Brian, Jr. enjoyed the camp and
consistently requested a desire to attend the camp five days per week. Also, Brian, Sr.
indicated that Brian, Jr. loses valuable opportunities for socialization as a result.
Brian, Sr. expressed concerns about Brian, Jr.'s sleeping and nutrition habits at his
mother's home. He stated that Brian, Jr. sleeps on the floor in his mother's room or in bed
with his mother. He also claimed that Brian, Jr. may not be getting fed appropriately at
his mother's house. He noted that Brian, Jr. had informed him that his mother did not
feed him dinner on several Thursdays during the summer prior to returning from his
mother's custody at 7:00 PM.
Margaret indicated that Brian, Jr. did not attend his summer camp on Mondays
and Thursdays during the summer months. She stated that she did not work on those days
and was able to spend the time with their son. Margaret denied taking Brian, Jr. to work
with her or hearing Brian, Jr. complain about not being at camp. She admitted that there
were several field trips that Brian, Jr. missed on Thursdays because of the custody
arrangement. However, she alleged that Brian, Sr. and Dara often reminded Brian, Jr. that
he was missing a field trip in order to get him upset. Both Brian, Sr. and Dara denied that
claim.
Margaret denied negligent or inappropriate care of Brian, Jr. She indicated that
+._. Brian, Jr. recently began sleeping in her bedroom again. She claimed that Brian, Jr. was
sleeping in his own room and bed for nearly a year prior to a recent regression in his
sleeping behavior. She expressed concern that it was related to the Brian, Sr.'s most
recent attempts to alter the custody arrangement. Margaret described appropriate methods
for encouraging Brian, Jr. to sleep in his own bed. She stated that Brian, Jr. now spends a
majority of his nights in his own bed. She described appropriate eating habits for Brian,
Jr. and denied withholding any meals.
Margaret indicated that she is content with the current custody arrangement. She
denied any adjustment problems or concerns for Brian, Jr. She claimed that Brian, Jr. is
doing well in school and is not exhibiting significant behavioral problems. She expressed
a belief that Brian, Sr. is seeking the additional custodial time as a means of lowering his
support payments. Brian, Sr. denied this claim.
Margaret expressed concern about the lack of progress in the co-parent
relationship and Brian, Sr.'s and Dara's unwillingness to communicate civilly with her
and Ben. She claimed that Brian, Sr. and Dara are often disrespectful or ignore her and
Ben when they are in public places together for Brian, Jr. She stated that she has
attempted to communicate more effectively with Dara and that Dara refuses. Margaret
indicated that Brian, Jr. is aware of Dara's negative feelings for her and that it makes him
upset. She claimed that she attempted to coordinate a co-parenting session with Dara
which Dara rejected.
i Brian, Sr. agreed that Brian, Jr. did not and is not exhibiting adjustment problems
to the current custody arrangement. He indicated that Brian, Jr. is enjoying school and
doing well academically. He reported that he has some peer problems but denied
anything grave or serious. Brian, Sr. stated that Brian, Jr. has a need to be the leader of
group activities and lacks the flexibility to work cooperatively with others on a consistent
basis.
Brian, Sr. denied an unwillingness to communicate. He denied being intentionally
disrespectful towards Margaret or Benjamin. He admitted to avoiding long conversations
or interactions with Margaret and Benjamin because of discomfort and the ongoing
conflicts. When questioned about Dara's reluctance to meet with Margaret, Brian, Sr.
stated that he is stuck between two very strong women who are each wrong on occasion.
He denied any accountability or responsibility for facilitating an improved relationship
between Margaret and Dara.
Dara admitted that she refused the co-parent counseling session with Margaret
when it was proposed. She stated that she was unable to meet at that time (May 2007)
because she was expecting to give birth at that time and because of her work schedule.
Dara claimed that she explained this to Ms. Stebbins at that time. A phone conversation
with Ms. Stebbins and subsequently received records indicated that Dara was opposed to
meeting with Margaret because she felt it would be ineffective. Dara reported that her job
allows flexible scheduling and to work from home. Furthermore, she noted that her
mother moved into the family home to help care for their baby, Madilyn. This suggests
- that Dara would have substantial opportunities to schedule a meeting with Margaret
shortly after the baby was born. The joint session to strengthen Dara and Margaret's
relationship was reportedly Margaret's idea.
Dara denied expressing negative feelings about Margaret in front of Brian, Jr.
Brian, Jr. indicated Dara speaks negatively about his mother. He reported that Dara will
tell him that his mother is not a good mother. Brian, Jr. claimed that Dara made other
mean statements about his mother but did not clarify what Dara stated. He admitted that
he does not like when Dara says negative things about his mother and that he gets angry
with her. When questioned about Brian, Jr.'s statements, Dara alleged that Brian, Jr. was
attempting to "play his parents against one another." Brian, Jr. denied hearing his father
say anything negative about his mother. He also denied hearing his mother or Benjamin
speak negatively about his father or Dara.
Each parent expressed dissatisfaction with the co-parent counseling. Margaret
indicated that she believed the counseling did not focus enough on their communication
issues and Brian, Jr. She stated that the majority of the time was spent discussing
financial issues and the status of the parties' divorce. Brian, Sr. agreed that progress was
limited during the counseling session and expressed a need for a firmer or more
confrontational counselor who can keep the parties on a track for success. Ms. Stebbins
corroborated the parties' claims that there was little progress in their relationship. Ms.
Stebbins indicated that each party demonstrated limited abilities to work effectively for
their son.
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Brian, Jr. was observed interacting with each of his parents in the office setting.
Both parents were appropriate in their interactions with Brian, Jr. and Brian, Jr. appeared
to genuinely enjoy his time with them. There was no evidence of fear or apprehension by
Brian, Jr. when engaging his parents in activities. Both Brian, Sr. and Margaret
demonstrated a strong familiarity with their son's activity preferences and were skilled at
engaging him and limiting his energetic behaviors. Brian, Jr. was affectionate with both
parents and demonstrated a strong and loving attachment.
Brian, Jr. was interviewed on one occasion. He reported positive feelings about
each of his parents. He described each of his parents as loving and good caretakers. He
noted appropriate bedtimes at each household. Brian, Jr. stated that he enjoys watching
television but expressed frustration with each parents' rules limiting his ability. As noted
above, Brian, Jr. spoke negatively about Dara and Dara's statements about his mother. He
indicated that he enjoys his time spent with Benjamin and that he and Benjamin play fun
games with one another.
Summary and Recommendations:
Brian Bogovic, Sr. petitioned the court for a modification to the current custody
arrangement. He is requesting that his custodial weekends during the school year be
extended until Monday morning and his midweek overnights changed from Wednesday
to Thursday. Furthermore, Brian, Sr. wanted a modification to the exchange time on
Christmas Day. The parties have had two previous evaluations dating back to 2004. The
most recent evaluation recommended that Margaret Myers be awarded primary custody
during the school year (if a shared custodial schedule was not feasible) and a shared
custodial arrangement during the summer months. However, Margaret Myers was
awarded primary physical custody during the school year and Brian Bogovic, Sr. was
awarded primary physical custody during the summer months.
The parties have reportedly attempted co-parent counseling for approximately
nine months. Ms. Stebbins and the parties each indicated that the counseling had limited
effectiveness. Brian and Margaret each noted that they have a difficult time
communicating and working cooperatively for Brian, Jr. Margaret claimed that Brian and
Dara are disrespectful of her and Benjamin when they are at Brian, Jr.'s activities
together. Brian denied this claim but admitted that the parties generally avoid one another
because of their history of heated exchanges and their discomfort with one another.
Brian, Jr. is described by both parents as loving and appropriately behaved. They
reported that he is performing well in school academically. Brian, Sr. indicated that
Brian, Jr. has difficulties in relationships with peers because he has a tendency to boss the
other children around. They each stated that Brian, Jr. responds well to limits and denied
aggressive or violent behavior.
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i Observations between Brian, Jr. and his parents revealed appropriate interactions.
Brian, Jr. appeared comfortable and affectionate with both his mother and his father.
There was no evidence of fear or apprehension by Brian, Jr. and he proactively sought his
parents out for activities. Brian, Jr. also spoke positively about both of his parents and
described them as positive, loving parents. These factors suggest that Brian, Jr. has
healthy, secure attachments with each of his parents.
Brian, Sr. and Margaret each denied witnessing significant behavioral or
emotional changes (negative or positive) in Brian, Jr. since the modifications to the
custody arrangement. They both reported the Brian, Jr. adjusted well to the summer
schedule and the return to the school schedule. There is no evidence of significant
changes in his school performance. Furthermore, neither parent noticed any difficulties
with Brian's behavior at custodial transitions. These factors suggest that Brian, Jr. is
handling the current custody schedule well and is not having a negative reaction to the
transitions.
The primary concern at this time is the alleged negative statements being made by
Dara and her unwillingness to meet with Margaret in the therapeutic setting. Brian, Jr.
and Margaret each reported that Dara makes negative statements about Margaret. Dara
denied making statements and alleged that Brian, Jr. is attempting to manipulate the
parents' ability to work together. With regards to the joint co-parent session, Dara
indicated that she was unable to comply with the request because she was about to give
birth to the couple's daughter and because her work schedule was busy. However, she
then revealed that her work allowed to her to work from home and that she had a flexible
schedule. Furthermore, she indicated that her mother moved into her home to help care
for the baby. These factors would have allowed Dara the ability to meet with Margaret
shortly after her daughter was born. Lastly, Ms. Stebbins reported that Dara informed her
that she was unwilling to participate in the joint session "out of concern for the
effectiveness of the session."
It should be noted that Dara reportedly contacted Margaret on September 12,
2007 via email in order to extend an offer to engage in a joint session. However, the
genuineness of this offer is questionable. Dara's communication with Margaret occurred
two days following her appointment with the evaluator in which she was questioned
about her reluctance to cooperate with Margaret and Ms. Stebbins. Therefore, it is
believed that Dara's current cooperation is related to the current evaluation. There have
been significant concerns about Dara's behavior and willingness to work with Margaret
during the two previous evaluations as well. Therefore, it is difficult to believe that her
current eagerness to address their relationship will continue for an extended period of
time.
Based on all of the information provided during the interviews, observations,
clinical experience, and the current peer-reviewed research, the following
recommendations are given within reasonable degree of psychological certainty.
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It is recommended that the current custodial arrangement be maintained. Brian, Jr.
appears to be responding quite well to the current schedule. Neither parent reported
significant adjustment problems to the schedule changes or weekly transitions. There
were no reports of sleep problems prior to, or proceeding, transitions from one residence
to the other. Furthermore, Brian, Jr. spoke lovingly about both of his parents and
demonstrated no resentment when discussing each house.
Furthermore, Dara's unwillingness to engage cooperatively in the co-parent
process places Brian, Jr. at risk for significant emotional or behavioral problems. Both
Brian, Jr. and Margaret reported that Dara speaks negatively about Margaret. Brian, Jr.
noted that he gets upset or angry when he hears Dara say mean things about his mother.
His continued exposure to negative information and hostility places him in a difficult and
significantly stressful position. Brian, Jr. may feel pressured to choose a loyalty between
his parents. Given Brian, Jr.'s close relationship with his mother, this behavior also likely
prohibits him and Dara from having a strong, healthy relationship.
Lastly, it is recommended that the parties seek a co-parent counselor who better
meets their needs. This is in no way a criticism of Ms. Stebbins work with the family.
However, if all parties (including Ms. Stebbins) believe that progress has been limited, it
is apparent that their attempts together have been ineffective. It is critical that Dara stop
speaking negatively about Margaret in front of Brian, Jr. This only serves to hurt his
relationships with not only Dara, but each parent as well. If Dara is unable to control her
negative expressions in front of Brian, Jr. it is recommended that the custody schedule be
amended to prevent prolonged opportunities for Brian, Jr. and Dara to interact with one
another.
According to attorney correspondences, the evaluator was asked to make
recommendations regarding appropriate involvement in extra-curricular activities for
Brian, Jr. Brian, Jr. is reportedly currently involved in both gymnastics and T-ball. Brian,
Sr. expressed concern about the amount of time taken by these activities and the well-
being of Brian, Jr. as a result. There is no known research available that discusses the
appropriate level of extra-curricular activities for children of various developmental
stages. Several variables need to be considered to determine what activity level is best for
the child(ren).
A critical factor in determining the appropriateness of the number of activities is
the overall adjustment of the child. More specifically, are the activities significantly
affecting his school performance, sleeping and eating routines, and emotional or
behavioral functioning. In Brian, Jr.'s case, each parent has reported that Brian is doing
well in school and denied the presence of emotional or behavioral problems. Brian, Jr.
had recently returned to sleeping in his mother's room on occasion. It is unclear if that
was the result of activity level or a reaction to his awareness of the custody uncertainty.
There were no reports of issues with his diet or eating habits.
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fe: Another factor to consider is the costs and benefits of the activities. Most children
- are enrolled in extra-curricular activities as a means of allowing the child to explore
various areas that may interest them and as a means of socialization. Sporting activities,
for example, allow the child to determine if they enjoy a particular sport or exercise.
They also expose the child to other children and provide them a venue for interacting and
leaming. appropriate social skills. Other activities, perhaps religious youth groups or Boy
Scouts, offer similar socialization opportunities and present the child with the opportunity
to learn things they might not normally learn at home or school.
Extra-curricular activities can be very time consuming. The more time intense
activities involve multiple practices or meetings each week and require the parents have
schedule flexibility to transport the children. In separated families, one of the parents may
only have limited periods of physical custody with the child each week. And certain
activities may require them to utilize significant amounts of their custody time
transporting the child to his different activities. However, part of parenting, even in a
separated household, is being an active participant in the daily routines and activities of
the child. Therefore, some level of involvement in the child's activities is expected by
both parties.
The co-parent relationship is critical. Whether or not the parents are able to
communicate and joint decision-make effectively impacts every aspect of the child's
environment. For Brian, Sr. and Margaret, it is indicated by all parties involved that they
are not successful in their attempts to communicate or co-parent. They have attempted
co-parent counseling without success and their email communications often contain
angry or frustrated language. In a situation like this one, it is not surprising that the
parties have a difficult time deciding on modifications regarding their son. The parties'
feelings of animosity towards one another likely lead them to suspicions of manipulation
or obstruction. And because they are unable to communicate effectively, there are limited
resources to deescalate those negative assumptions.
With that being said, this evaluation can not offer a specific recommendation
regarding the amount of extra-curricular activities for Brian, Jr. However, it is determined
that the parties would benefit from a different dispute resolution process. Therefore, it is
recommended that the parties work with a Parent Coordinator who can facilitate
discussions between the parties and be empowered to make decisions regarding important
issues related to Brian, Jr. should the parties be unable to agree to solutions on their own.
Date Kasey Shienvold, Psy.D.
06/23/2011 20:06 7177415767 THERAPY PAGE 01
V RlF CATiQ .
I verity that the statements made in the foregang document are true and correct. 1
understand tfrat false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of ; 8 Pa. C.S.
§4904. relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: 1?
Mar aret rs
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
The undersigned hereby certifies that on this date a true and correct copy of the
foregoing document was served by email and f first-class mail upon the following as
there is a court appearance tomorrow:
Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly, LLP
PO Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
Amand Felty, Legal Se eta
Dated: g - LL?-- I `
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC n/k/a
MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff
vs.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
IN CUSTODY
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ORDER OF COURT
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AND NOW, this day of L--' -:20FI
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it is ordered and directed as follows:
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upon
1. The prior Orders of this Court dated August 4, 2006, February 27, 2008, and March 4, 2009
are vacated and replaced with this Order. The provisions of the March 30, 2010 Order are vacated
with the exception of paragraphs 3 through 15 which appoint Arnold Shienvold PhD. as Parent
Coordinator for the parties, which shall continue in effect through December 31, 2012.
2. The Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, shall have shared legal
custody of Brian L. Bogovic Jr., born August 23, 2000. Major decisions concerning the Child
including, but not necessarily limited to, his health, welfare, education, religious training and
upbringing shall be made jointly by the parties after discussion and consultation with a view toward
obtaining and following a harmonious policy in the Child's best interest. Neither party shall impair the
other party's rights to shared legal custody of the Child. Neither party shall attempt to alienate the
affections of the Child from the other party. Each party shall notify the other of any activity or
circumstance concerning the Child that could reasonably be expected to be of concern to the other.
Day to day decisions shall be the responsibility of the parent then having physical custody. With
regard to any emergency decisions which must be made, the parent having physical custody of the
Child at the time of the emergency shall be permitted to make any immediate decisions necessitated
thereby. However, that parent shall inform the other of the emergency and consult with him or her as
soon as possible. In accordance with 23 Pa.C.S.A. §5309, each party shall be entitled to complete and
full information from any doctor, dentist, teacher, professional or authority and to have copies of any
reports or information given to either party as a parent as authorized by statute.
3. The parties shall have physical custody of the Child in accordance with the following
schedule:
A. During the school year, the Mother shall have primary physical custody of the Child
and the Father shall have partial custody on alternating weekends from Friday after school through
Monday morning at the beginning of school. If there is no school on Friday, the Father's period of
period of weekend custody shall begin on Friday at 7:45 a.m. and if there is no school on Monday, the
Father's period of custody shall be extended through Monday at 7:30 p.m.
B. During the summer school break, the Father shall have primary physical custody of
the Child and the Mother shall have partial physical custody on alternating weekends from Friday at
5:00 p.m. through Monday at 7:00 p.m.
C. Throughout the calendar year, the non-custodial parent shall be entitled to have a 15
minute Skype session with the Child every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m.
4. The parties shall share or alternate having custody of the Child on holidays in accordance
with the following schedule:
A. Christmas: In every year, the Father shall have custody of the Child from Christmas
Eve at 9:00 a.m. through Christmas Day when the father shall transport the Child to the Mother's
church for the 9:00 a.m. service, and the Mother shall have custody from Christmas Day at 9:00 a.m.
through December 26 16 8:30 a.m.
B. New Years: In odd numbered years, the Father shall have custody of the Child from
New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the Mother shall have custody
on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. In even numbered years, the Mother shall have
custody of the Child from New Year's Eve at 9:00 a.m. through New Year's Day at 9:00 a.m., and the
Father shall have custody on New Year's Day from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. For purposes of this
provision, the entire New Year's holiday shall be deemed to fall in the same year as New Year's Eve.
C. Thanksgiving: The Thanksgiving holiday period shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00
p.m. on the holiday. The Father shall have custody of the Child on Thanksgiving in odd numbered
years and the Mother shall have custody in even numbered years.
D. Easter: The Easter holiday period of custody shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00
p.m. on the holiday. The Mother shall have custody of the Child on Easter in odd numbered years and
the Father shall have custody in even numbered years.
E. Memorial DU/July 4th/Labor Day: The periods of holiday custody on Memorial
Day, July 4t", and Labor Day shall run from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. on the holiday. In odd numbered
years, the Father shall have custody of the Child on Memorial Day and Labor Day and the Mother
shall have custody on July 4t". In even numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child on
Memorial Day and Labor Day and the Father shall have custody on July 4cn
F. Trick or Treat Night: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the
Child on Trick or Treat Night in her community from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered
years, the Father shall have custody of the Child for Trick or Treat Night in his community from 5:00
p.m. unti18:00 p.m. In the event that Trick or Treat Night is scheduled on different nights in the
parties' communities, the parent who does not have custody of the Child under this provision shall be
entitled to have custody from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on his or her community's Trick or Treat Night.
G. Mother's Day/Father's Day: In every year, the Mother shall have custody of the
Child for Mother's Day and the Father shall have custody of the Child for Father's Day from 9:00 a.m.
until 8:00 p.m.
H. Parents' Birthdays: In every year the Father shall have custody of the Child on May
10 for the Father's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. However, in the event Mother's Day falls
on the Father's birthday, the Mother's Day holiday shall take precedence. The Mother shall have
custody of the Child every year on June 30 for the Mother's birthday from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
I. Child's Birthday: In odd numbered years, the Mother shall have custody of the Child
on August 23 from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and in even numbered years, the Father shall have custody
of the Child on August 23 for the same period.
J. The holiday custody schedule shall supersede and take precedence over the regular
and vacation custody schedules unless otherwise agreed between the parties.
5. Each party shall be entitled to have custody of the Child for one week during the summer
school break each year for vacation upon providing at least 30 days advance written notice to the other
party by letter or email. Periods of vacation custody under this provision shall be scheduled to run
from Friday at 9:00 a.m. through the following Saturday at 7:00 p.m. The party providing notice first
shall be entitled to preference on his or her selection of vacation days. Neither party shall schedule
periods of vacation custody under this provision during the other party's holiday periods of custody
unless otherwise agreed between the parties. Vacation time under this provision may not be
accumulated or rolled over into a subsequent year unless otherwise agreed between the parties in
writing. The parties shall provide each other with advance notice of the address and telephone number
where the Child can be contacted in the event of an emergency during the vacation period.
6. The parties shall ensure that the Child's parent-teacher conferences, meetings with school
officials, doctor appointments and medical procedures are limited to the attendance of parents only,
except in the event of a medical emergency.
7. When scheduling medical appointments for the Child, the Cedar Cliff location of the Child's
doctor's office shall be given first preference.
8. The parties shall continue to cooperate with counseling for the Child.
9. Each party shall notify the other party of the address and telephone number of any third
parties who are providing care for the Child, other than individuals who are residing in the same
household.
10. Arnold Shienvold PhD is hereby appointed as Parent Coordinator for the parties through
December 31, 2012 in accordance with the appointment provisions of the prior Order of this Court
dated March 30, 2010.
11. Neither party shall do or say anything which may estrange the Child from the other parent,
injure the opinion of the Child as to the other parent, or hamper the free and natural development of the
Child's love and respect for the other parent. Both parties shall ensure that third parties having contact
with the Child comply with this provision.
12. This Order is entered pursuant to an agreement of the parties at a custody conciliation
conference. The parties may modify the provisions of this Order by mutual consent. In the absence of
mutual consent, the terms of this Order shall control.
BY THE C ,
Edward E. Guido J.
cc: ? J. Paul Helvy Esquire -Counsel for Mother
Max J. Smith Esquire - Counsel for Father ?pC-5 (01 ?I 1
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC n/k/a
MARGARET C. MYERS
Plaintiff
vs.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
IN CUSTODY
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME
Brian L. Bogovic
DATE OF BIRTH
August 23, 2000
CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Mother/Father
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on August 25, 2011, with the following
individuals in attendance: the Mother, Margaret C. Myers, formerly Bogovic, with her counsel, J. Paul
Helvy Esquire, and the Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Max J. Smith Esquire.
3. The custody conciliation conference was held on the Father's Petition for Modification. At
the conclusion of the conference, it was agreed that the conciliator would hold this matter open so that
counsel for the parties could further discuss the optional arrangements under consideration and advise
the conciliator accordingly. A telephone conference with counsel was scheduled for September 2,
2011. At the time of the September 2, 2011 telephone conference with counsel, it was requested that
the conciliator hold this matter open for a second telephone conference with counsel so that they would
have the opportunity to discuss remaining minor details of the Order prior to indicating final
agreement. The second telephone conference was held on October 24, 2011 at which time it was
determined that the remaining details of the Order could be finalized at this time and the Order
submitted based upon the parties' agreement.
4. The parties agreed to entry of an Order in the form as attached.
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Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
MARGARET C.BOGOVIC : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
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PLAINTIFF : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVA
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V. 2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW CD
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BRIAN L.BOGOVIC
IN CUSTODY ri
DEFENDANT
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, Thursday,March 14,2013 —,upon consideration of the attached Complaint,
it is hereby directed that parties and their respective counsel appear before . DawnS.-Sunday,1 Esq. ,the conciliator,
at 39 West Main Street,Mechanicsburg,PA 17055 – on Tuesday,April 16,2013 10:00 AM
for a Pre-Hearing Custody Conference, At such conference,an effort will be made to resolve the issues in dispute; or
if this cannot be accomplished,to define and narrow the issues to be heard by the court,and to enter into a temporary
order. Failure to appear at the conference may provide grounds for entry of a temporary or permanent order.
The court hereby directs the parties to furnish any and all existing Protection from Abuse orders,
Special Relief orders,and Custody orders to the conciliator 48 hours prior to scheduled hearing.
FOR THE COURT,
By. /s/ Dawn S. Sunday,
Custody Conciliator
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with Disabilites Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable accommodations
available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our office. All arrangements
must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court. You must attend the
scheduled conference or hearing.
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FILED-O F l
u� THE PRaTHOhDT�"t
2013 MAR 25 PM 2: 47
Max J. Smith, Jr., Esquire 9
Attorney I.D. #32114 CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Jessica E. Lowe, Esquire PENNSYLVANIA
Attorney I.D. #208041
James, Smith, Dietterick & Connelly, LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
Telephone: 717-533-3280
Fax: 717-533-2795
e-mail: mjsgisdc.com
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff,
NO. 03-3852
V.
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION—LAW
Defendant IN CUSTODY
DEFENDANT'S ANSWER TO THE PETITION FOR
SPECIAL RELIEF/EXTENDED APPONTMENT OF PARENT COORDINATOR
AND NOW comes the Defendant,Brian L. Bogovic, by his attorney, MAX J. SMITH,
JR., Esquire, and hereby submits the following Answer to the Petition for Special
Relief/Extended Appointment of Parent Coordinator:
1. Admitted. Plaintiff/Petitioner shall hereinafter be referred to as "Mother."
2. Admitted. Defendant/Respondent shall hereinafter be referred to as "Father."
3. Admitted.
4. The Orders attached to the Petition for Special Relief are documents that speak for
themselves.
5. The Order of Court dated October 28, 2011 is a document that speaks for itself.
6. Paragraph 6 is admitted insofar as Father has indicated that he does not agree to
the continued use of Dr. Shienvold as a Parent Coordinator. Father believes that it is in the
child's best interests if someone else is appointed to be Parent Coordinator. Father avers that his
relationship with Mother remains tense, and Father believes that this relationship could be
improved if a new person were to intervene. Father is not opposed to Parent Coordination.
COUNT I—EXTENSION OF TERM OF PARENT COORDINATOR
7. Paragraphs 1 through 6 above are hereby incorporated as if set forth at length
herein.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted in part and denied in part. Presently, Father has some significant
concerns about the child that are beyond the scope of what the Parent Coordinator may address.
Accordingly, on March 11, 2013,Father filed a Petition to Modify Custody. A custody
conference has been scheduled for April 16, 2013.
10. Admitted in part and denied in part. While Father acknowledges that Dr.
Shienvold has been able to resolve disputes for the parties, Father does not agree that the amount
of tension between the parties has been reduced. Father believes that his relationship with
Mother remains strained to the point that they are unable to co-parent successfully.
11. Admitted in part and denied in part. Father acknowledges that the parties have
been seeing Dr. Shienvold for several years. However, despite Dr. Shienvold's ample effort,
Father avers that the parties' ability to co-parent their son has not improved. Father believes that
a different Parent Coordinator would be more effective in handling the complicated relationship
between Father and Mother. Father is not opposed to the Parent Coordination process; however,
he believes that the parties and the minor child would benefit from having a fresh set of eyes
review this matter. Father recommends the appointment of Deborah L. Salem of Interworks,
LPC as Parent Coordinator.
12. Paragraph 12 contains no averment which must be admitted or denied.
13. Denied. Paragraph 13 is denied for the reasons set forth in Paragraphs 9, 10 and
11 above.
WHEREFORE, Defendant/Respondent Brian L. Bogovic respectfully requests that this
Honorable Court dismiss Mother's Petition for Special Relief/Extended Appointment of Parent
Coordinator and enter an Order of Court appointing Deborah L. Salem as Parent Coordinator.
Respectfully submitted,
JAMES, SMITH,DIETTERICK&CONNELLY LLP
Date: March 25, 2013 Cl
MAX J. SMITH, JIU, Esquire
I.D. No. 32114
JESSICA E. LOWE, Esquire
I.D. No. 208041
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 533-3280
Attorneys for Defendant Brian L. Bogovic
I verify that the statements made in this Answer are true and correct. I understand
that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C.S. Section 4904,
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
C—�r >
MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
n/k/a MARGARET C. MYERS, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiff/Respondent
V. NO. 03-3852
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC, CIVIL ACTION—LAW
Defendant/Petitioner CUSTODY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
AND NOW, this �� day of March, 2013, I, MAX J. SMITH, JR., Esquire, Attorney
for Defendant/Petitioner, hereby certify that I have this day sent a copy of Defendant's Answer to
the Petition for Special Relief/Extended Appointment of Parent Coordinator by depositing a
certified copy of the same in the United States mail, postage prepaid, at Hershey, Pennsylvania,
addressed to:
McNees, Wallace &Nurick LLC
Attn: J. Paul Helvy, Esquire
100 Pine Street
P.O. Box 1166
Harrisburg, PA 17108-1166
MAX J. SMITH, JR., squire
I.D. No. 32114
JESSICA E. LOWE, Esquire
I.D. No. 208041
ALEXIS M. MILOSZEWSKI, Esquire
I.D. No. 208931
James, Smith, Dietterick& Connelly LLP
P.O. Box 650
Hershey, PA 17033
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. 2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant IN CUSTODY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of ' " 2013, upon
consideration of the attached Custody Conciliation Report, it i ordered and directed as follows:
1. Pending further agreement of the parties or Order of Court, the prior Order of this Court
dated October 28, 2011 shall continue in effect.
2. The Father's Petition for Modification is resolved by agreement.
BY THE ,
Edward E. Guido J.
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cc: ax J. Smith Jr. Esquire—Counsel for Father
J. Paul Helvy Esquire—Counsel for Mother
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MARGARET C. BOGOVIC IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. 2003-3852 CIVIL ACTION LAW
BRIAN L. BOGOVIC
Defendant IN CUSTODY
Prior Judge: Edward E. Guido
CUSTODY CONCILIATION SUMMARY REPORT
IN ACCORDANCE WITH CUMBERLAND COUNTY RULE OF CIVIL
PROCEDURE 1915.3-8, the undersigned Custody Conciliator submits the following report:
1. The pertinent information concerning the Child who is the subject of this litigation is as
follows:
NAME AGE CURRENTLY IN CUSTODY OF
Brian L. Bogovic Jr. 12 Mother/Father
2. A custody conciliation conference was held on May 7, 2013, with the following individuals
in attendance: the Mother, Margaret C. Bogovic, with her counsel, J. Paul Helvy Esquire, and the
Father, Brian L. Bogovic, with his counsel, Max J. Smith Jr. Esquire.
3. This custody matter has been in the legal system for many years with substantial
involvement with the Court. At the conference, however, the parents began to have a genuine
conversation about how they can move forward in a more positive way to help their 12 year old son
meet his potential in a conflict free family.
4. The parties agreed to select a co-parenting counselor in whom they both have confidence
and to persevere in establishing an effective and cooperative co-parenting relationship no matter what
it takes. Through the co-parenting counseling process, the parties will work on establishing
communication, cooperation and addressing the concerns of each with regard to their Child.
5. As the parties do not require an Order mandating the co-parenting counseling, the
conciliator recommends an Order in the form as attached.
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Date Dawn S. Sunday, Esquire
Custody Conciliator
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