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ANGINO & ROVNER, P.C.
Micha,ol E. Kosik, Esquire
Attorney 1D# : 36513
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1 708
(717) 238-6791
FAX (717) 238-5610
Attorneys for Plaintiff(s)
F-mail: mkosikCii,)angino-rovner.com
DANIELLE M. ZACH IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW?y _
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ZACHARY B HAIR,
Defendant JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE TO DEFEND
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after this Complaint and Notice are
served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the
Court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you
fail to do so the case may proceed without you and judgment may be entered against you by the
Court without further notice for any money claimed in the Complaint or for any other claim or relief
requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO
NOT HAVE LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE
SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN (JET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013 103.'75 Pp p
(717) 249-3166 87320
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NOTICIA
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expuestas en las paginas sugnuientes, usted tiene viente (20) dias de plazo al partir de la fecha de la
demanda y la notificacion. Usted debe presentar una apariencia escrita o en persona o por abogado
y archivar en la corte en forma escrita sus defensas o sus objeciones a las demandas en contra de su
persona. Sea avisado que si usted no se defiende,, la corte tomara medidas y puede entrar una orden
contra usted sin previo aviso o notificacion y por cualquier queja o alivio que es pedido en la
peticion de demanda. Usted puede perder dinero o sus propiedades o otros derechos importantes
para usted.
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ABOGADO O SI NO TIENE EL DINERO SUFICIENTE DE PAGAR TAL SERVICIO, VAYA
EN PERSONA O LLAME POR TELEPFONO A LA OFICINA CUYA DIRECCION SE
ENCUENTRA ESCRITA ABAJO PARA AVERIGUAR DONDE SE PUEDE CONSEQUIR
ASISTENCIA LEGAL.
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-3166
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ANGINO & ROVNER, P.C.
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
Attorney 1D4 : 36513
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1708
(717)238-6791
FAX (717) 238-5610
Attorneys for Plaintiff(s)
E-mail: mkosik angino-rovner.com
DANIELLE M. ZACH
Plaintiff,
V.
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO.
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
COMPLAINT
1. Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach is an adult individual and citizen of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, who resides at 63 Vine Street, Newville, Cumberland County,
Pennsylvania 17241.
Defendant Zachary B. Hair is an adult individual and citizen of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, who resides at 1325 Walnut Bottom Road Shippensburg,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
3. The facts and occurrences hereinafter related took place on May 28, 2010, on
State Highway 74 in South Middleton Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
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4. At that time and place, Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach was operating a 2001 Neon
which was stopped for a car that was making a left turn because a bus was coming in the
opposite direction of State Highway 74
5. At that time and place, Defendant Zachary B. Hair was operating a 2005 Echo
directly behind Plaintiff's vehicle.
6. At that time and place, Defendant Zachary B. Hair operated his vehicle without
paying attention to traffic and, suddenly and without warning, violently slammed into the rear of the
Plaintiff's stopped vehicle.
7. The foregoing accident and all of the injuries and damages set forth hereinafter
sustained by Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach are the direct and proximate result of the negligent,
careless and reckless manner in which Defendant Zachary B. Hair operated his vehicle as
follows:
(a) failing to remain attentive while operating a motor vehicle and becoming
distracted by using a cell phone while driving;
(b) failure to have his vehicle under such control as to be able to stop within
the assured clear distance ahead;
(c) failure to keep alert and maintain a proper watch for the presence of other
motor vehicles on the highway;
(d) driving while extremely fatigued;
(e) failure to travel at a safe speed;
(f) failure to apply his brakes in sufficient time to avoid striking the rear of
Plaintiff s car:
(g) failure to drive his vehicle with due regard for the highway and traffic
conditions which were existing and of which he was or should have been
aware;
(h) driving his vehicle upon the highway in a manner endangering persons
and property and in a reckless manner with careless disregard to the rights
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and safety of others and in violation of the Motor Vehicle Code of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
8. Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach sustained painful and severe injuries which include but
are not limited to severe neck and low back pain, bilateral arm numbness, and right brachial
plexopathy resulting in serious impairment of her bodily functions which has continued to the
present time and is expected to be permanent.
9. By reason of the aforesaid injuries, Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach was forced to incur
liability for medical treatment, medications, hospitalizations and similar miscellaneous expenses
in an effort to restore herself to health, and claim is made therefor.
10. Because of the nature of her injuries, Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach has been advised
and, therefore, avers that she may be forced to incur similar expenses in the future, and claim is
made therefor.
11. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach has
undergone and in the future will undergo great physical and mental suffering, great
inconvenience in carrying out her daily activities, loss of life's pleasures and enjoyment, and
claim is made therefor.
12. Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach continues to be plagued by persistent pain and
limitations and, therefore, avers that her injuries may be of a permanent nature, causing residual
problems for the remainder of her lifetime and claim is made therefor.
13. As a result of the aforesaid injuries, Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach has sustained
uncompensated work loss, and claim is made therefor.
14. As a result of the aforementioned injuries, Plaintiff' Danielle M. Zach may sustain
work loss, loss of opportunity and a permanent diminution of her earning power and capacity,
and claim is made therefor.
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WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach demands judgment against Defendant
Zachary B. Hair in an amount in excess of Fifty Thousand ($50,000.00) Dollars exclusive of
interest and costs and in excess of any jurisdictional amount requiring compulsory arbitration.
AN7 ER, P.C.
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
I.D. No. 36513
4503 N. Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 238-6791
Counsel for Plaintiff
Date: A20tZ
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VERIFICATION
I, DANIELLE M. ZACH, do swear and affirm that the facts set forth in the foregoing
COMPLAINT are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. I
understand that this verification is made subiect to the penalties of the Rules of Civil Procedure
relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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SHERIFF'S OFFICE OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Ronny R Anderson
Sheriff
Jody S Smith
Chief Deputy
Richard W Stewart
Solicitor
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PROTHONOTARY
2012 APR 25 AM 9:04
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
Danielle Zach
vs.
Zachary B. Hair
Case Number
2012-2293
SHERIFF'S RETURN OF SERVICE
04/16/2012 02:25 PM - Jason Vioral, Sergeant, who being duly sworn according to law, states that on April 16, 2012 a
1425 hours, he served a true copy of the within Complaint and Notice, upon the within named defendant,
to wit: Zachary B. Hair, by making known unto himself personally, at The Cumberland County Sheriffs
Office, 1 Courthouse Square, Room 303, Carlisle, Pennsylvania, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
17013 its contents and at the same time handing to him personally the said true and correct copy of the
same.
JASONY*TRA?L, DEPUTY
SHERIFF COST: $48.45
April 19, 2012
RON R ANDERSON, SHERIFF
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12-007149
LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M. ZACH,
PLAINTIFF
VS.
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
DEFENDANT
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 12-2293
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter my appearance in the above-captioned matter on behalf of the
Defendant, Zachary B. Hair.
Date: April 25, 2012
Respectfully submitted,
LAW OFFICE ZSNYDER & DORER
in I squire
Attorn o Defendan
Court I.D. o. 55453
12-007149
LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M. ZACH,
PLAINTIFF
VS.
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
DEFENDANT
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 12-2293
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
JoAnne E. Kinzel, Esquire, hereby certifies that she is the attorney for the
Defendant herein, and that she caused a true and correct copy of the attached Entry of
Appearance to be served by regular first class mail upon:
Date: April 25, 2012
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
Angino & Rower, P.C.
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1708
Attorney for Plaintiff
12-007149
LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M. ZACH,
PLAINTIFF
VS.
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
DEFENDANT
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 12-2293
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
ANSWER TO COMPLAINT WITH NEW MATTER
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Zachary B. Hair, by his attorney, JoAnne E.
Kinzel, and sets forth the following Answer to the Plaintiff's Complaint:
1. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or information
sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 1 of the
Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
2. Denied. On the Contrary, Defendant resides at 203 Sable Rd., Carlisle, Pa.
3. The allegations in paragraph 3 of the Complaint are admitted to the extent
that an occurrence took place on May 28, 2010 on State Highway 74 in South
Middleton Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. The remaining allegations in
paragraph 3 of the Complaint are denied generally pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. §1029(e).
4. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or information
sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 4 of the
Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
5. Admitted.
6. The allegations in paragraph 6 of the Complaint are specifically and generally
denied.
7. The allegations of negligence, carelessness and recklessness in paragraph 7
of the Complaint, including subparagraphs 7(a) through 7(h), are conclusions of law to
which no response is required. By way of further answer, they are denied generally
pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1029(e).
8. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or information
sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 8 of the
Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
9. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or information
sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 9 of the
Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
10. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 10 of
the Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
11. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 11 of
the Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
12. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 12 of
the Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
13. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 13 of
the Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
14. After reasonable investigation, Defendant is without knowledge or
information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of the allegations in paragraph 14 of
the Complaint. Therefore, they are denied and strict proof is demanded.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff's Complaint should be dismissed with costs in the
Defendant's behalf sustained.
NEW MATTER
15. The Plaintiff's claims are circumscribed and controlled by the provisions of
the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law, 75 Pa. C.S.A. Section 1701, et seq.
16. To the extent it is proven at trial that Plaintiff is subject to the Limited Tort
option under the applicable auto insurance policy, she is not entitled to recover for
alleged non-economic damages.
17. To the extent it is proven at trial that Plaintiff's alleged injuries were the
result of a pre-existing condition or conditions, Plaintiff is not entitled to recover for
same.
18. To the extent it is proven at trial that Plaintiff's alleged injuries were the
result of a subsequent accident or conditions, Plaintiff is not entitled to recover for
same.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff's Complaint should be dismissed with costs in the
Defendant's behalf sustained.
Respectfully submitted,
FICE,Q&SNYDER & DORER
Date: June 1, 2012
JoAn inzel,
Attor ey f r Defendant
Cou I.D No. 55453
12-007149
LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M. ZACH,
PLAINTIFF
Vs.
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
DEFENDANT
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 12-2293
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
VERIFICATION
I, Zachary B. Hair verify that the statements made in the foregoing Answer to
Complaint with New Matter which are within the personal knowledge of the
undersigned, are true and correct, and as to the facts based on the information of
others, the undersigned, after diligent inquiry, believe them to be true. And further, this
Verification is signed on the recommendation of my attorneys, who advise me that the
allegations and language in this document are required legally to raise issues for
resolution at trial, by the Court, or by continuing investigation and preparation for trial. I
understand that some of these allegations may prove inappropriate after investigation
and trial preparation are complete and I leave the determination of these matters to my
attorneys on their advice.
I understand that all statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18
Pa. C.S.A. §4904, relating to unsworn falsifications to authorities.
Dated: -6 • `' k2-
ch ry B. it
12-007149
LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M. ZACH,
PLAINTIFF
vs.
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
DEFENDANT
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
No. 12-2293
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
JoAnne E. Kinzel, Esquire, hereby certifies that she is the attorney for the
Defendant herein, and that she caused a true and correct copy of the attached Answer
to Complaint with New Matter to be served by regular first class mail upon:
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
Angino & Rovner, P.C.
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1708
Attorney for Plaintiff
Date: June 1, 2012
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ANGINO & ROVNER, P.C.
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
Attorney 1134 : 36513
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1708
(717) 238-6791
FAX (717) 238-5610
Attorneys for Plaintiff(s)
E-mail: mkosikly?.angino-rovner.com
DANIELLE M. ZACH, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 12-2293
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
Defendant JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PLAINTIFF'S REPLY TO DEFENDANT'S NEW MATTER
AND NOW comes Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach, by and through their attorneys, Angino &
Rovner, P.C., and hereby replies to the New Matter of Defendant Zachary B. Hair as follows:
15. Denied. This averment is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required. To the extent that a further response may be deemed proper, it is specifically denied that
Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach's claim is circumscribed or limited by the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle
Financial Responsibility Law 75 Pa.C.S.A. § 1701 et. sue.
16. This averment is a mixed conclusion of fact and law to which no responsive
pleading is required. To the extent that a further response may be deemed proper, it is admitted that
Plaintiff Danielle Zach was covered by a limited tort policy at the time of the motor vehicle
accident. However, Plaintiff Danielle Zach maintains that she suffered serious and permanent
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injuries which have continued to limit her ability to work and enjoy life and have limited numerous
body functions, and therefore, Plaintiff Danielle Zach is entitled to recover both economic and non-
economic losses.
17. Denied. This averment is a mixed conclusion of fact and law to which no
responsive pleading is required. To the extent that a further response may be deemed proper, it is
specifically denied that Plaintiff Danielle Zach's injuries were the result of a pre-existing condition
and that she is not entitled to recover. To the contrary, Plaintiff Danielle Zach maintains that all of
her injuries and damages as set forth in her Complaint are a direct and proximal result of injuries
sustained in the motor vehicle accident.
18. Denied. This averment is a conclusory statement unsupported by any factual
allegations, and therefore, no further answer is required. To the extent that a further response may
be deemed proper, it is specifically denied that Danielle Zach was involved in any subsequent
accident or suffered any subsequent injuries which impacted upon her right to recover.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Danielle Zach respectfully requests that this Honorable Court
dismiss Defendant's New Matter enter judgment in favor of Plaintiff Danielle Zach and against
Defendant Zachary B. Hair.
ANGINO & ROVNER, P.C.
-Michael E. Kosik
PA I.D. No. 36513
4503 N. Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 238-6791
mkosik@angino-rovner.com
Attorney for Plaintiff
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VERIFICATION
I, DANIELLE M. ZACH, do swear and affirm that the facts set forth in PLAINTIFF'S
REPLY TO DEFENDANT'S NEW MATTER are true and correct to the best of my knowledge,
information and belief. I understand that this verification is made subject to the penalties of the
Rules of Civil Procedure relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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bANfftLE M. ZACH
Dated:
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Michelle M. Milojevich, an employee of the law firm of Angino & Rovner, P.C., do
hereby certify that I am this day serving a true and correct copy of PLAINTIFF'S REPLY TO
DEFENDANT'S NEW MATTER upon all counsel of record via postage prepaid first class United
States mail addressed as follows:
JoAnne E. Kinzel
Law Office of Snyder & Dorer
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
ID No: 39126
(717) 731-0988
Attorney for Defendant
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Michelle M. Milojevich
Dated:
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LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600 2013 J i'.l 'l4 AV 11: 23
Camp Hill, PA 17011 G'E.MQERLAND COUNTY
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988 PENNSYLVANIA
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M.ZACH, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS.
No. 12-2293
ZACHARY B. HAIR, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
DEFENDANT JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly withdraw my appearance on behalf of the Defendant, Zachary B. Hair, in
the above-captioned matter.
Respectfully submitted,
LA ;Hi CE DER & DORER
Date: May 31, 2013 By:
JoAnn i ze , uire .
214 Se enue, Suite 600
Camp A 17011
Telephone No. (717) 731-0988
Attorney for Defendant
Court I.D. No. 55453
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ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter my appearance on behalf of the Defendant, Zachary B. Hair, in the
above-captioned matter.
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Date: May 31, 2013
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Donald R. Dorer, Esquir
Law Office of Snyder & Dorer
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone No. (717) 731-0988
Court I.D. 39126
Attorney for Defendant
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12-007149
LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M.ZACH, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
VS. No. 12-2293
ZACHARY B. HAIR, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
DEFENDANT JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
JoAnne E. Kinzel, Esquire, hereby certifies that she is the attorney for the
Defendant herein, and that she caused a true and correct copy of the attached
Praecipe for Withdrawal of Appearance/Entry of Appearance to be served by regular
first class mail upon:
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
Angino & Rovner, P.C.
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1708
Attorney for Plaintiff
Date: May 31, 2013
JoA n K el Ire
Attorne f D fendant
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ANGINO&ROVNER,P.C.
Michael E.Kosik,Esquire
Attorney ID# : 36513
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg,PA 17110-1708
(717)238-6791
FAX(717)238-5610
Attorneys for Plaintiff(s)
E-mail:mkosik @angino-rovner.com
DANIELLE M. ZACH IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 12-2293
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
Defendant JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PLAINTIFF'S MOTION FOR A STATUS CONFERENCE
AND NOW, comes Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach, by and through her counsel, Angino &
Rovner, P.C., and respectfully request Your Honorable Court to schedule a Status Conference in
the above-captioned action for the following reasons:
1. Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach is an adult individual and citizen of the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania who resides at 63 Vine Street,Newville, Cumberland County,Pennsylvania 17241.
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2. Defendant Zachary B. Hair is an adult individual and citizen of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, who resides at 1325 Walnut Bottom Road Shippensburg,
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania 17013.
3. The facts and occurrences hereinafter related took place on May 28, 2010, on
State Highway 74 in South Middleton Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
4. Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach was operating a 2001 Neon which was stopped for a
car that was making a left turn because a bus was coming in the opposite direction of State
Highway 74.
5. Defendant Zachary B. Hair was operating a 2005 Echo directly behind Plaintiffs
vehicle.
6. , Defendant Zachary B. Hair operated his vehicle without paying attention to traffic
and, suddenly and without warning, violently slammed into the rear of the Plaintiffs stopped
vehicle.
7. As a direct and proximate result of the aforementioned incident, Plaintiff Danielle
M. Zach sustained painful and severe injuries, which include but are not limited to severe neck and
low back pain, bilateral arm numbness, and right brachial plexopathy resulting in serious
impairment of her bodily functions which has continued to the present time and is expected to be
permanent.
8. The instant action was commenced by the filing of a Complaint on April 11, 2012
and served on Defendant.
9. Written discovery and depositions have taken place.
10. Counsel for Plaintiff Danielle Zach has requested counsel for Defendant Hair
what additional discovery is requested.
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11. Counsel for Defendant Hair has indicated a desire to request Plaintiff's prior
employment records, update medical records and disability records, the opportunity to depose
Barry George, Plaintiff's husband, and to schedule a defense medical exam.
12. Plaintiff believes that these additional discovery items can be completed
relatively promptly and that strict deadlines can be set by the Court.
13. Plaintiff believes it is in all parties' interests to have the Court set a deadline for the
completion of Discovery,pursuing settlement discussions, and to obtain a trial date.
14. Plaintiff is represented by Michael E. Kosik, Esquire of Angino & Rovner, P.C.,
4503 North Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110, (717) 238-6791.
15. Defendant is represented by Donald Dorer, Esquire, Law Office of Snyder &
Doter, 214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600, Camp Hill,PA 17011.
16. Concurrence of counsel for Defendant Zachary B. Hair was sought in filing this
Motion, and Defendant's counsel via Email on April 29, 2013.
17. No other Judge has ruled upon any other issue in the same or related matter on this
case.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff Danielle M. Zach respectfully requests this Honorable Court to
enter an Order scheduling a status conference to schedule Discovery deadlines, pursuing
settlement discussions, and to obtain a trial date.
A V R, P.C.
Michael E. Kosik
I.D.No. 36513
4503 N. Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 238-6791
Attorney for Plaintiff(s)
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Michelle M. Milojevich, an employee of the law firm of Angino & Rovner, P.C., do
hereby certify that I am this day serving a true and correct copy of PLAINTIFF'S MOTION FOR
A STATUS CONFERENCE upon all counsel of record via postage prepaid first class United
States mail addressed as follows:
Donald Dorer, Esquire
Law Office of Snyder&Dorer
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill,PA 17011
Michelle M. Milojevich
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
ANGINO&ROVNER,P.C.
Michael E.Kosik,Esquire
Attorney ID# : 36513
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg.PA 17110-1708
(717)238-6791
FAX(717)238-5610
Attorneys for Plaintiff(s)
E-mail:mkosik @angino-rovner.com
DANIELLE M. ZACH IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Plaintiff, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 12-2293
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
Defendant JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
ADDENDUM TO
PLAINTIFF'S MOTION FOR A STATUS CONFERENCE
Paragraph 16 of Plaintiff's Motion for a Status Conference should read as follows:
16. Concurrence of counsel for Defendant Zachary B. Hair was sought in filing this
Motion,and Defendant's counsel concurred via Email on April 29, 2013.
0 G OV R, P.C.
lc ael E. osik
PA I.D. No. 36513
4503 N. Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 238-6791
mkosik@angino-rovner.com
Attorney for Plaintiff
528225
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Michelle M. Milojevich, an employee of the law firm of Angino & Rovner, P.C., do
hereby certify that I am this day serving a true and correct copy of ADDENDUM TO
PLAINTIFF'S MOTION FOR A STATUS CONFERENCE upon all counsel of record via
postage prepaid first class United States mail addressed as follows:
Donald Dorer, Esquire
Law Office of Snyder& Dorer
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Michelle M. Milojevich
Dated: 6/18/13
528225
DANIELLE M. ZACH, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CIVIL ACTION—LAW
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
Defendant NO. 12-2293 CIVIL TERM
IN RE: PLAINTIFF'S MOTION FOR A STATUS CONFERENCE
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 20`" day of June, 2013, upon consideration of Plaintiff's Motion
for a Status Conference and the Addendum thereto, a hearing is scheduled for Monday,
July 29, 2013, at 11:00 a.m., in Courtroom No. 5, Cumberland County Courthouse,
Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
BY THE COURT,
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DANIELLE M. ZACH, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
Plaintiff CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
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CIVIL ACTION - LAW
ZACHARY B. HAIR,
Defendant 12-2293 CIVIL TERM
IN RE: PLAINTIFF' S MOTION FOR A STATUS CONFERENCE
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 29th day of July, 2013, this being the
time and place set for a status conference, and pursuant to an
agreement between the parties, it is ordered that all discovery
matters in this case shall be completed no later than 60 days after
the date of this order. Should the parties need further trial
deadlines set up, then either party may relist this for another
status conference.
By the Court,
Christ ee L. Peck, J.
/Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
For the Plaintiff
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12-007149 OF THE PROTHONOTARY
2013 SEP -5 PM 1: 01
CU11BERLAND COUNTY
PENNSYLVANIA
DANIELLE M. ZACH, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. No. 12-2293
ZACHARY B. HAIR, CIVIL ACTION -LAW
DEFENDANT JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE TO SETTLE, DISCONTINUE AND END
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please mark the above-captioned case settled, discontinued and ended.
Respectfully submitted,
Date: A _ Z 9 Z O 1
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
Angino & Rower, P.C.
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1708
Telephone No. (717) 238-6791
Attorney for Plaintiff
Court I.D. 36513
12-007149
LAW OFFICE OF SNYDER & DORER
214 Senate Avenue, Suite 600
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Telephone Number: (717) 731-0988
Attorneys for Defendant, Zachary B. Hair
DANIELLE M. ZACH, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
PLAINTIFF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
vs. No. 12-2293
ZACHARY B. HAIR, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
DEFENDANT JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
Donald R. Dorer, Esquire, hereby certifies that he is the attorney for the
Defendant herein, and that he caused a true and correct copy of the attached Praecipe
to Settle, Discontinue and End to be served by regular first class mail upon:
Michael E. Kosik, Esquire
Angino & Rovner, P.C.
4503 North Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110-1708
Attorney for Plaintiff
Date: September 4, 2013 (a-
b6ni'ald R. Dorer, Esquire
Attorney for Defendant