HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-3242DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
and STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
VS.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE and
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND CO., PENNSYLVANIA
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Please issue a Writ of Summons in favor of the above two-named Plaintiffs against the
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DATE: June 24, 2005
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MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE and
GARY HOLTZAPPLE, 193 Alantia Lane,
Etters, PA 17319 Defendants
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CUMBERLAND CO., PENNSYLVANIA
PRAECIPE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Please issue a Writ of Summons in favor of the above two-named Plaintiffs against the
above two-named Defendants.
DATE: June 24, 2005
Hubert X. Gilr , Esquire
Broujos & roy,P.C.
4 North H Hover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-4574
ID #29943
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
County of Cumberland
WRIT OF SUMMONS
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P C
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M D
Court of Common Pleas
Plaintiff
Vs.
No. 05-3242
In CivilAction-Law
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE
193 ALANTIA LANE
ETTERS, PA 17319
Defendant
To MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY HOLTZAPPLE,193 ALANTIA
LANE, ETTERS, PA 17319
You are hereby notified that DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P C
AND STEPHEN J DAVIS, M D the Plaintiff has / have commenced an action in Civil
Action-Law against you which you are required to defend or a default judgment may be
entered against you.
(SEAL)
Date June 27, 2005 By
CURTIS R. LONG
Prothonotary
Attorney:
Name: HUBERT X. GILROY, ESQUIRE
Address: BROUJOS & GILROY, P C
4 NORTH HANOVER STREET
CARLISLE, PA 17013
Attorney for: Plaintiff
Telephone: (717) 243-4574
Supreme Court ID No. 29943
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, PC : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
and STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiffs
V. NO. 05-3242 CIVIL
MICHELLE HOLTZAPPLE and
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
PRAECIPE FOR ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter my appearance as the attorney for the defendants, Michelle Holtzapple and Gary
Holtzapple, in the above captioned case.
Respectfully submitted,
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
ID# 41301
101 S. Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 796-2100
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
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Hubert X. Gilroy, Esqu e
Supreme Court I.D. . 29943
Broujos & Gilroy, C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-4574
(Attorney for Plaintiffs)
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
Plaintiffs
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
COMPLAINT
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
Plaintiff is Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C., a professional corporation duly organized
and existing under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the profession of
operating a medical practice having a principal place of business at 1863 Center Street,
Camp Hill, Cumberland County, PA 17011 (hereinafter, "Pulmonary Associates").
2. Plaintiff is Stephen J. Davis, M.D., an adult individual having a business address of Davis
Pulmonary Associates, P.C., 863 Center Street, Camp Hill, Cumberland County, PA
17011 (hereinafter, "Davis").
3. Defendant is Michelle A. Holtzapple, an adult individual having a residence address of
193 Atlanthia Lane, Etters, York County, PA 17319.
4. Defendant is Gary Holtzapple, an adult individual having a residence address of 193
Atlanthia Lane, Etters, York County, PA 17319.
5. Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple (collectively herein, "Holtzapples") are
husband and wife and have been so for all times pertinent to this cause of action.
6. Davis is the principal physician, shareholder, director and officer of Pulmonary
Associates.
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7. For all times pertinent to this cause of action, Pulmonary Associates held a checking
account bearing account number 1509440 (hereinafter, the "Account") with Pennsylvania
State Bank (hereinafter, the Bank")
8. From on or about February 2, 1993 until March 18, 2005, defendant Michelle A.
Holtzapple (hereinafter, "Michelle Holtzapple"), was employed by Pulmonary Associates
as bookkeeper and office manager.
9. As bookkeeper and office manager, Michelle Holtzapple's duties included, inter atia,
maintaining the financial books and records of Pulmonary Associates, managing
receivables and payables for Pulmonary Associates, and drafting checks for the payment
of Pulmonary Associates expenses.
10. Michelle Holtzapple was never authorized to use Plaintiffs' funds for Defendants' own
personal use.
11. For a period of time beginning on or about February 09, 1999 until December 5, 2002,
Michelle Holtzapple was authorized to sign said checks for Pulmonary Associates, as
drawer/maker, which were drawn against the Account.
12. On December 5, 2002, Davis informed Michelle Holtzapple that no one other than Davis
would be thereafter authorized to sign checks, as drawer/maker, which were drawn
against the Account.
13. Unbeknownst to Davis and without authority, privilege or legal justification to do so,
after December 5, 2002 and after being notified by Davis not to do so, Michelle
Holtzapple continued to sign checks, as drawer/maker, against the Account.
14. Without authority, privilege or legal justification to do so, both before December 5, 2002
and after, until her employment was terminated by Davis, Michelle Holtzapple drew
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checks against the Account for the Holtzapples' personal use, including checks for
payment of Holtzapples' personal expenses and checks improperly drawn to Michelle
Holtzapple, which she endorsed and accepted the proceeds therefrom.
15. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holtzapple transferred and converted
Plaintiffs' property to Michelle Holtzapple, Gary Holtzapple, and Michelle Hotlzapplae
and Gary Holtzapple, jointly, both outright, by paying individual and marital debts and by
otherwise transferring Plaintiffs' property, or the proceeds therefrom, into individual
and/or marital assets.
16. Michelle Holtzapple improperly drew checks in the total amount of $ 315,778.79. A list
of checks improperly and illegally drawn by Michelle Holtzapple are attached hereto,
marked as Exhibit "A", and are incorporated herein by reference as though textually set
forth at length.
17. Michelle Holtzapple concealed her said actions from Plaintiffs, even to the point of
denying knowledge or culpability when questioned about the possibility of missing funds,
with the intent of defrauding Plaintiffs of Plaintiffs' property.
18. On or about March 17, 2005, Davis learned that Michelle Holtzapple was continuing to
sign checks, as drawer/maker, against the Account.
19. Davis stopped payment on check number 4434, which was signed by Michelle
Holtzapple as drawer/maker, dated March 15, 2005 and drawn against the Account in the
amount of $4,350.57.
20. All other checks signed by Michelle Holtzapple as drawer/maker and illegally drawn
against the Account as noted in Paragraph 14, supra, were honored by the Bank and paid
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to Michelle Holtzapple, and Michelle Holtzapple accepted the proceeds, or benefits of the
proceeds, therefrom.
21. The Bank repaid Davis the sum of $6,000.00 for said check number 4409.
22. Michelle Holztapple's aforesaid actions were fraudulent, outrageous and committed in
bad faith, with absolutely no regard for Plaintiffs' rights and financial welfare and with
no legal justification or defense whatsoever.
23. Michelle Holtzapple's actions have caused Plaintiffs loss of use of said funds, and
interest thereon.
24. In addition to the stolen funds, as a direct, proximate and foreseeable result of Michelle
Holtzapple's said actions, Plaintiffs have incurred damages totaling the sum of
$17,996.02, a description of which is attached hereto, marked as Exhibit "B", and which
is incorporated herein by reference.
25. In addition to the aforementioned damages, Michelle Holtzapple's actions have caused
Plaintiffs to incur, and continue to incur, significant attorney's fees and costs in seeking
redress through the filing and prosecution of the instant action.
26. As a direct and proximate result of Michelle Holtzapple's fraudulent, illegal and
outrageous conduct, Davis suffered severe emotional distress, which exhibited itself
physically by inability to sleep, depression, loss of concentration, weight loss, poor
appetite, and other severe distress.
27. On October 18, 2005, Michelle Holtzapple pled guilty for her aforesaid illegal actions to
the criminal charges of Theft by Deception, grade of a Felony 3, docketed with this
Honorable Court, Criminal Division, at 2005-1542.
28. Defendants have reimbursed Plaintiffs the total sum of $154,000.00.
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29. Of the total amount of Plaintiffs' funds misappropriated by Michelle Holtzapple,
$161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02, remains to be reimbursed to
Plaintiffs, plus interest Plaintiff would have earned on the funds.
30. Because of the fraudulent and outrageous actions of Michelle Holtzapple, Plaintiffs are
entitled to recover their attorney's fees from Michelle Holtzapple.
31. Because of the fraudulent and outrageous actions of Michelle Holtzapple, Plaintiffs are
entitled to recover punitive damages from Michelle Holtzapple.
32. The total amount sought by Plaintiffs exceeds $25,000.00, the amount requiring
compulsory arbitration in Cumberland County.
COUNT I-FRAUD
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J Davis M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
33. Paragraphs 1 through 32, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
34. Michelle Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs for fraud, as she illegally stole funds from
Plaintiffs and concealed her actions with hopes of her actions not being detected by
Plaintiffs in order to deprive Plaintiffs of Plaintiffs' property.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
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COUNT II - CONVERSION - COMMON LAW
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J. Davis M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
35. Paragraphs 1 through 34, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
36. Michelle Holtzapple converted Plaintiffs' property for her own use by illegally drawing
said checks against the Account and accepting the proceeds or benefits thereof, which
proceeds were the rightful property of Plaintiffs.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
COUNT III - BREACH OF FIDUCIARY DUTY
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J. Davis M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
37. Paragraphs 1 through 36, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
38. Michelle Holtzapple was Plaintiffs' fiduciary, as employee, bookkeeper and business
manager for Plaintiffs, as to the Plaintiffs' property, including but not limited to the
Account and the funds held therein.
39. Michelle Holtzapple owed a fiduciary duty to Plaintiffs to properly care for and protect
Plaintiffs' funds, drawing checks and disbursing Plaintiffs' funds from the Account only
for the legitimate expenses owed by Plaintiffs and not for her own or Defendants' use.
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40. Michelle Holtzapple breached her fiduciary duty owed to Plaintiffs by improperly
drawing said checks and accepting the proceeds or benefits thereof for her own and
Defendants' use.
41. As a direct and proximate result of the Michelle Holtzapple's breach of her fiduciary duty
owed to Plaintiffs, Plaintiffs have incurred uncompensated damages in the nature of the
loss of a significant amount of Plaintiffs' funds, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, as well as interest Plaintiffs would have earned on
the funds.
42. Michelle Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs for damages caused by Michelle Holtzapple's
breach of the fiduciary duty she owed to Plaintiffs.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
COUNT IV - BREACH OF EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis M.D. v Michelle A Holtzaoale
43. Paragraphs 1 through 42, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
44. Michelle Holtzapple was a party to an oral but enforceable employment contract with
Pulmonary Associates which included that Michelle Holtzapple would properly perform
her duties as bookkeeper and office manager for Pulmonary Associates and, in return,
Pulmonary Associates would compensate Michelle Holtzapple for her time and efforts as
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employee for Pulmonary Associates, in an amount agreed to from time to time by the
parties.
45. As part of her employment contract, Michelle Holtzapple had the duty and obligation to
properly care for and protect Plaintiffs' funds, drawing checks and disbursing Plaintiffs'
funds from the Account only for the legitimate expenses owed by Plaintiffs and not for
her own or Defendants' use.
46. Michelle Holtzapple breached her employment contract with Plaintiffs by improperly
drawing said checks and accepting the proceeds or benefits thereof for her own and
Defendants' use.
47. As a direct and proximate result of the Michelle Holtzapple's breach of her employment
contract with Plaintiffs, Plaintiffs have incurred uncompensated damages in the nature of
the loss of a significant amount of Plaintiffs' funds, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, as well as interest Plaintiffs would have earned on
the funds.
48. Michelle Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs for her breach of the employment contract she
had with Plaintiffs.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
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COUNT V - STATUTORY ACTION FOR FRAUDULENT TRANSFER PURSUANT TO
THE PA UNIFORM FRAUDULENT TRANSFER ACT (12 Pa.C.S. § 5101 et seq.)
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D.
v. Michelle A. Holtzapple and Garv Holtzapple
49. Paragraphs 1 through 48, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
50. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holztapple, after incurring a debt to
Plaintiffs for conversion of Plaintiffs property, as stated above, transferred some or all of
Plaintiffs' property or the proceeds therefrom, as stated, to Gary Holtzapple, outright, or
property Michelle Holtzapple held or holds jointly with Gary Holtzapple, including but
not limited to real estate jointly owned by Defendants.
51. As defined by 12 Pa.C.S. § 5101, Plaintiffs are creditors of Michelle Holtzapple, and
Michelle Holtzapple is a debtor to Plaintiffs.
52. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holtzapple transferred Plaintiffs'
property to Gary Holtzapple and/or to Michelle Holzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly,
with the actual intent to hinder, delay and/or defraud Plaintiffs by, inter alia, with the
intent of concealing Plaintiffs' assets and/or with the intent of placing the proceeds of
Plaintiffs' assets out of the reach of Plaintiffs.
53. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holtzapple transferred Plaintiffs
property without receiving a reasonably equivalent value in exchange for the transfer and:
i) The debtor was engaged or was about to engage in a business or a transaction
for which the debtor's remaining assets were unreasonably small in relation to
the business or transaction; or
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ii) The debtor intended to incur, or believed or reasonably should have believed
that the debtor would incur, debts beyond her ability to pay as they became
due.
54. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that the aforesaid transfer of assets was to an insider;
that the debtor retained possession or control of the property transferred after the transfer;
the transfer or obligation was concealed; before some or all of the transfer(s) was (were)
made or obligation(s) was (were) incurred, the debtor had been sued or threatened with
suit; the transfer was of substantially all of the debtor's assets; the debtor removed or
concealed assets; the debtor was insolvent or became insolvent shortly after the transfer
was made or the obligation incurred; and/or the transfer occurred shortly after a
substantial debt was incurred.
55. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that said transfers arose before said transfers were
made and Michelle Holtzapple made said transfers without receiving a reasonably
equivalent value in exchange for said transfers and Michelle Holtzapple was insolvent at
the time or she became insolvent as a result of the transfer or obligation.
56. Under 12 Pa.C.S. § 5107, Plaintiffs are entitled to relief against Michelle Holtzapple and
Gary Holtzapple, jointly and severally.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, both jointly
and severally, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02,
compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven and allowed by law, pre and post
judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys fees incurred by Plaintiffs in
prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and deemed just by the Court, and
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any other relief deemed just by the Court. Further, pursuant to 12 Pa.C.S. § 5107, Plaintiffs
respectfully request your Honorable Court order relief in the form of. avoidance of the transfer or
obligation; attachment or other provisional remedy against the asset transferred or other property
of the transferee (Gary Holtzapple and/or Michelle Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly); an
injunction against further disposition by debtor and/or transferee (Gary Holtzapple and/or
Michelle Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly); appointment of a receiver to take charge of
the transferred assets or of other property of the transferee (Gary Holtzapple and/or Michelle
Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly); and award Plaintiffs any other relief the Court deems
the circumstances requires.
COUNT VI - BREACH OF IMPLIED CONTRACT
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J Davis M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
57. Paragraphs 1 through 56, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
58. Every contract imposes upon the parties to the contract an implied duty of good faith and
fair dealing, and Michelle Holtzapple likewise was imposed with this duty in her
employment contract with Plaintiffs.
59. Michelle Holtzapple breached her duty of good faith and fair dealing to Plaintiffs by her
said actions.
60. As a direct result of the Michelle Holtzapple's breach of her duty of good faith and fair
dealing, Plaintiffs have incurred uncompensated damages in the nature of the loss of a
significant amount of Pulmonary Associates' funds, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, as well as interest on the funds.
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WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
COUNT VII - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis M.D. v. Michelle A Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
61. Paragraphs 1 through 60, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
62. In the event that it is judicially determined that Plaintiffs have no cognizable or
actionable cause of action as averred above, Plaintiffs will have no full and adequate
remedy at law.
63. Michelle Holtzapple holds Plaintiffs' said unreimbursed funds in a constructive trust for
Plaintiffs' benefit.
64. As constructive trustee, Michelle Holtzapple is required to repay Plaintiffs' funds to
Plaintiffs upon demand.
65. Plaintiffs demanded repayment of all of Plaintiffs said funds, however, Michelle
Holtzapple has failed to return all of Plaintiffs' property to Plaintiffs, in the nature of the
unreimbursed funds in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of
$17,996.02.
66. Plaintiffs are entitled to a decree awarding Plaintiffs return of their said property.
67. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
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WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Defendant in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law,
costs of suit, and any other relief deemed equitable by the Court.
COUNT VIII - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J Davis M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
68. Paragraphs 1 through 67, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
69. In the event that it is judicially determined that Plaintiffs have no cognizable or
actionable cause of action as averred above, Plaintiffs will have no full and adequate
remedy at law.
70. If Michelle Holtzapple is allowed to retain Plaintiffs' said funds, Michelle Holtzapple
would be unjustly enriched in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of
$17,996.02, plus interest, as Michelle Holtzapple has no right to retain Plaintiffs'
property.
71. Plaintiffs are entitled to a decree awarding Plaintiffs return of their said property.
72. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Defendant in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law,
costs of suit, and any other relief deemed equitable by the Court.
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COUNT IX-CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
73. Paragraphs 1 through 72, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
74. If it is judicially determined that Plaintiff has no cognizable claim against Gary
Holtzapple pursuant to 12 Pa.C.S. § 5101 et seq. (as averred in Count V, above) upon
present information and belief, Plaintiffs will have no full and adequate remedy at law
against Gary Holtzapple.
75. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that the proceeds from Michelle Holtzapple's illegal
actions, as aforesaid, or the benefits derived therefrom, have or are being enjoyed by the
Holtzapples, or otherwise have become part of the Holtzapples' marital estate.
76. The Holtzapples have no right to said illegally obtained funds, nor a right to enjoy the
benefits therefrom, nor a right to retain the illegally obtained assets comprising part of the
Holtzapple marital estate and which flow from Michelle Holtzapple's said legal actions.
77. The Holtzapples hold Plaintiffs' said unreimbursed funds in a constructive trust for
Plaintiffs' benefit.
78. As constructive trustees, the Holtzapples are required to repay Plaintiffs' funds to
Plaintiffs upon demand.
79. Plaintiffs demand repayment of all of Plaintiffs said funds, however, the Holtzapples
have failed to return all of Plaintiffs property to Plaintiffs, in the nature of unreimbursed
funds in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02.
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80. Plaintiffs are entitled to a decree awarding Plaintiffs return of their said property, as Gary
Holtzapple has no right to retain any of Plaintiffs' property or the proceeds or benefits
therefrom.
81. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Gary Holtzapple, both jointly with Michelle Holtzapple,
as well as severally, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02,
plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, and any other relief deemed
equitable by the Court.
COUNT X - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J Davis M.D. v. Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
82. Paragraphs 1 through 81, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
83. If Gary Holtzapple is allowed to retain Plaintiffs' said funds, Michelle Holtzapple would
be unjustly enriched in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of
$17,996.02, plus interest, as Gary Holtzapple has no right to retain any of Plaintiffs'
property or the proceeds or benefits therefrom.
84. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Gary Holtzapple, both jointly with Michelle Holtzapple,
as well as severally, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02,
plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, and any other relief deemed
equitable by the Court.
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Respectfully Submitted,
BROUJOS & GILROY, P.C.
Date
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By: Hubert X. i
Supreme Court I.D. o. 29943
4 North Hanover S eet
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-4574
(Attorney for Plaintiffs)
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YEAR 2000
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT PAYABLE TO PAID TO
IN REGISTER
01/18/00 1360 2828.51 MICHELLE MICHELLE
03/08!00 1318 600.00 MICHELLE MICHELLE
03/29/00 1473 3,750.00 CAPITAL
04105/00 1482 5,900A0 UNIVERSAL
04/25/00 1524 5,39529 MBNA
05/10/00 1546 2,312.72 HRS
05/10/00 1556 5,799,09 UNIVERSAL
05114100 I562 2,923.61 DISCOVER
06/13/00 1606 6,280.56 SUPPLIES DISCOVER
06/30/00 1635 2,500.00 DISCOVER
07/01/00 1636 3,245.58 HRS
07/19/00 1665 1,100.00 CASHIiC PA BS MICHEL LE
08/03/00 1592 1,200.00 P S S CITIBANK
09/01/00 1747 1,500.00 EP..IE CITIBANK
09/25/00 1775 1,350,00 PSS MICHELLE
09/25/00 1776 2,000.00 HENRY SCHEIN CITIBANK
10,102/00 1826 3,981.23 PSS CITIBANK
11/15/00 1847 1,500.00 HENRYSCHEIN MICHELLE
12/07/00 1894 2,179,71 PSS CITIBANK
12/13/00 1937 3,000,00 HENRY SCHEIN DISCOVER
TOTAL $59346.35
60:E0d E476 E9L LIL-al A2IHH0;4gAd SIAVC 1.6.£[' SO-LZ-ZT
YEAR 2001
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
01!16/01 1964 1143.94
01/12/01 1963 3000.00
02120/01 2003 4000.00
0216/01 2004 1200.00
03?07/01 2057 1457.50
03113101 2062 6000.00
03/23/01 2090 18242
04/09/01 2111 487.73
04/10/01 2113 4000.00
05107101 2169 5000.00
06,'27/01 2282 1825,00
06127/01 2258 6000.00
'W06/01 2226 4229.52
06/01/01 2204 1800.00
07110/01 2290 3500.00
07/12,01 2284 2000.00
07/27.!01 2314 1434.00
08/20/01 2355 6000.00
08/14101 2354 500.00
08/28/01 2368 1293.01
09/17/01 2395 1338.89
10/17/01 2442 2000.00
101171'01 2443 996.60
11113;01 2498 200.94
11/16/01 2497 3500.00
12/12/•'.11 2555 363.14
12/17101 2554 4100.00
TOTAL 67,552.69
PAID TO
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
MICHELLE
DISCOVER
LTD
CITIRANK
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
MICHELLE
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
STEVE KEMPER
CITIBANK
MICHELLE
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
MICHELLE
CITIBANK
DISCOVER
CITIBANK,
LTD
DISCOVER
CIT IBANK
DISCOVER
561`4S3 Eb[6 09L L[i=Qt AHVNoNind 9fAVa i6 '2.I 96-LZ-r'[
YEAR 2M2
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUN-r PAID TO
0144/02 2606 650.00 CITI CARD
0114/02 2617 6500.00 DISCOVER
03/11102 2684 6800.00 DISCOVER
06•/17/02 2893 500.00 CITI CARD
06111/02 2890 6500.00 DISCOVER
07/29/02 2963 7652.90 C171 CARD
07x'29/02 2962 4980.72 DISCOVER
07,"18'02 2941 4000.00 DISCOVER.
0711?02 2939 3000.00 CITI CARD
I U20102 3138 4000.00 CITI CARD
11/20!02 3139 1000.00 DISCOVER
TOTAL $45583.62
60/FOd 6416 C92. 4TL-C[1 AHVNOW'lnd 9:A4'Ci ;N:Ci S6-LT..--Z1
YEAR 200_
DATE CHECKNUN48ER AMOUNT PAIDTO
01/27/03 3248 2500.00 CITICARD
02/13/03 3275 3360.80 OF CAPITAL
03/14/03 3318 3000.00 DISCOVER
04/02/03 3356 3000.00 CITICARD
05109103 3404 5500.00 CITICARD
05/15/03 3425 500.00 DISCOVER
05/30103 3451 SOMA) CITICARD
06/12103 3453 2000,00 DISCOVER
07110103 3501 5500.00 CITICARD'
07/10103 3502 2000.00 DISCOVER
0$/11/03 3558 5500.00 CITICARD
08/11/03 3559 2500.00 DISCOVER
09130/03 3646 5000.00 CITICARD
09/30/03 3647 2000.00 DISCOVER
10/28103 3662 2000.00 DISCOVER
11/03/03 3691 2000.00 CITICARD
12,11/03 3,141 1000.00 CITICARD
12/11/03 3742 1000.00 DISCOVER
TOTAL $53.360.80
6di96d 6416 £9L LTL=QY t:'"No9{l" SIAVC Ld:T;Y SO-LZ-ZT
YEAR 2004
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
01/09J04 3786 1000.00
01114i04 3805 4500.00
01/26104 3806 1444.78
01/29/04 3825 1000.00
01x30/04 3827 3000.00
0213/04 3849 1251.98
02i'26/04 3866 900.00
02/27104 3865 4000.00
03/30x04 3939 4000.00
04/15/04 3959 1000,00
0&11 `04 4031 5000.00
06114!04 4032 3000.00
07,115!04 4101 3000.00
0715/04 4100 5000.00
08/13/04 4127 3000.00
08/13104 4126 5150.00
08!27104 4142 5100.00
09!15/04 4182 3800.00
10!01!04 4205 5490.00
10/28/04 4254 3549.00
0/28/04 42.55 2500.00
10129/04 4282 5150.00
TOTAL $72,835.76
PAYABLE TO
PAID TO
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
DELL PREF
DISCOVER
CITI
MICHELLE
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
CITI CART)
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
CITI CARD
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
DISCOVER.
CITI CARD
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
CITI CARD
60/LOd 6bT6 C4L LTL-Qf AUVN0N7IId SIAVC 90:£f SO-LZ-Z!
YEAR 2005
DATE CFIECK\UMBER AMOUNT PAID TO
0]110105 4347 6750.00 CITICARD
02/241'05 4409 6000.00 CITICARD
0115/05 4434 4350.57 DISCOVER
'T'OTAL $17100.57
60i90d BITE £94 LTL=QT Aul NoNind SIAva 90:£t SS-LZ-ZT
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DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
P.C., AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiffs
: DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
Accounting Fees to McKonly & Asbury
Accounting Fees to McKonly & Asbury
Fees for lock change
Expenses for Natasha Richards
Certified Mail
Expenses for Stephen J. Davis
Salary for Penny Zimmerman
Salary for John Richards
Checks for new checking account
PA State Bank new credit card charge
T.D. Mills for new stamper for new act
Estimated time for Penny until August 16 1h
Vacation time paid to Defendant but not earned
$2,070.00
$1,750.00
$ 145.99
$1,252.00
$ 10.35
$8,325.00
$1,960.00
$ 825.00
S 96.00
$ 5.00
$ 27.63
$ 768.00
$ 761.05
TOTAL .......................................................................$17,996.02
EXHIBIT B
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
VERIFICATION
I am Stephen J. Davis, M.D., president of Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C., and I am
authorized to sign this verification on behalf of the corporation. I am also an individual plaintiff
in this action. The words of the foregoing Complaint and the legal conclusions contained in the
document are those of my attorney and not mine, however, the Complaint is based upon
information that I have provided to my attorney or that my attorney has found upon reasonable
investigation and provided to me. The facts averred in the foregoing Complaint are true and
correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, and I understand that this
verification is made subject to 18 Pa.C.S. § 4904 relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date Stephen J. Davis, M.D.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I hereby certify that, on this date, I have served a true and correct copy of the foregoing
Complaint upon the following and in the manner specified, which service satisfies Pa.R.C.P.
440:
UNITED STATES FIRST CLASS MAIL POSTAGE PREPAID TO:
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-3851
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Date
Hubert X. Gil y, Esquire
Supreme C rt I.D. No. 29943
Broujos & Gilroy, P.C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-4574
(Attorney for Plaintiffs)
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Costopoulos, Foster & Fields
By: David J. Foster, Esquire
I.D. No.: 23151
831 Market Street/P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
Phone: (717) 761-2121
Attorney for
RIGINAL
Gary Holtzapple
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, :
P.C. AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., :
Plaintiffs
IN THE
OF COMMON PLEAS
COUNTY, PENNA.
DOCKET NO.
VS.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
CIVIL ACTION ? LAW & EQUITY
AND NOW comes the Defendant, Gary Holtzapple, by
David J. Foster, Esquire, Costopoulos, Foster & Fields, and
1. This civil action in law and equity seeks redress
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, who at all times
been and remain husband and wife.
2. The claims arise from the Defendant wife
embezzlement/theft of funds of the Plaintiffs while an
3. No wrongdoing was committed by Defendant
wrongdoing on the part of Gary Holtzapple alleged in the
4. Defendant Gary Holtzapple was not aware of the
wife, Defendant Michelle Holtzapple; nor is it alleged in the Coml
through his attorney,
avers as follows:
the Defendants
to this action have
Holtzapple's alleged
of the Plaintiffs.
Holtzapple nor is any
conduct of his
that Defendant Gary
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Holtzapple was aware of the wrongful conduct of Defendant Michelle Holtzapple.
5. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is and was a totally innocent spouse of the
alleged wrongdoer, Defendant Michelle Holtzapple.
6. The Complaint acknowledges that - despite Defendant Gary Holtzapple's
non-involvement in the wrongdoing of his wife - the Defendant4 (Michelle Holtzapple and
Gary Holtzapple) have reimbursed Plaintiffs in the amount of 1$154,000 out of the total
alleged loss of $315,778.79 - essentially one half of the total alleged loss.
7. The total amount of the loss as alleged in the Complaint is set forth in Exhibit
A attached to the Complaint; no checks written by Michelle Holtzapple as alleged in the
Complaint were paid or payable to Gary Holtzapple, but were jpaid either to Defendant
Michelle Holtzapple or to various credit card institutions.
8. The Complaint seeks redress from Defendant Gar* Holtzapple personally in
counts IV, IX and X of the Complaint.
9. Paragraphs 1 through 8 above are incorporated herein by reference.
10. The allegations in Paragraphs 50 through 54 of the Complaint are patently
inconsistent in fact with the list of specific checks listed in Exhibit A in the Complaint
detailing the alleged wrongdoing of the Defendant Michelle
11. Pennsylvania Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act (121 Pa.C.S. § 5101 et seq.)
does not apply to the facts as alleged in the Complaint.
12. Plaintiffs have failed to state a claim upon which
Defendant Gary Holtzapple in Count V of the Complaint.
can be granted as to
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WHEREFORE, Defendant Gary Holtzapple respectfully requests that Count V of the
Compliant be stricken.
(CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST)
13. Paragraphs 1 through 12 above are incorporate herein by reference.
14. Plaintiffs seek consequential damages in the amount of $17,996.02 plus
interest, which are not subject to equitable relief under the theory of constructive trust.
15. With respect to the claim for consequential damages, the Plaintiffs have
failed to state a claim upon which relief can be granted as to t Defendant Gary
Holtzapple.
WHEREFORE, Defendant Gary Holtzapple respectfully equests the Honorable
Court to strike from Count IX of the Plaintiffs' Complaint the cla m for consequential
damages.
(UNJUST ENRICHMENT)
16. Paragraphs 1 through 15 above are incorporated
17. Plaintiffs seek consequential damages in the am4
interest which are not subject to equitable relief under the
18. With respect to the claim for consequential (
failed to state a claim upon which relief can be granted as to the
Holtzapple.
WHEREFORE, Defendant Gary Holtzapple respectfully
Court to strike from Count X of the Plaintiffs' Complaint the cla
)in by reference.
of $17,996.02 plus
of unjust enrichment.
, the Plaintiffs have
Gary
the Honorable
consequential
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damages.
Date: ? 3
Respectfully
David J. Foster; 8sq
PA I.D. No.: 23151
COSTOPOULOS,F,
831 Market Street/P.
Lemoyne, PA 17043
Phone: (717) 761-21
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TER & FIELDS
Box 222
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Tiffany M. Miller, a secretary for the law offices of (
hereby certify that on this 3 1 day of May, 2006, a true and
PRELIMINARYOBJECTIONS OFDEFENDANT GARYHOL
COMPLAINT was served upon all counsel of record by:
Hand Delivery
X First Class Mail, Postage Pre-Paid
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested
Fax Transmission
Overnight Mail
at the following address(es) and/or number(s):
Hubert X. Gilroy, Esquire
BROUJOS & GILROY, P.C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Plaintiffs
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-3851
Attorney for Defendant Michelle Holt
BY: COSTOPOULOS,
Tiffany M. Miller
Foster & Fields,
copy of the foregoing
PLAINTIFFS'
& FIELDS
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M. D., DOCKET NO. 05-3242
Plaintiffs
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
ANSWER TO COMPLAINT
AND NOW, comes Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, by and through her counsel,
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire, and files this answer to the complaint as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted in part. Denied in part. Although, Defendant's permanent residence is
as stated, she is temporarily staying at 1100 Claremont Road, Carlisle,
Pennsylvania, and is scheduled to remain there until January 10, 2007.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Admitted.
7. Admitted.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted.
10. Admitted.
11. Admitted.
12. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Davis so informed Michelle
A. Holtzapple that she would not thereafter be signing checks as drawer/maker,
but it is denied that this, in fact, happened since Davis continued to rely upon
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, to draw, make and sign checks.
13. Denied for the reasons stated above.
14. Admitted in part. Denied as to the implication that Gary Holtzapple knew of
these transactions.
15. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Michelle A. Holtzapple
transferred and converted Plaintiff's property to Michelle A. Holtzapple.
However, to the extent that this allegation implies that Defendant, Gary
Holtzapple, was aware of these transfers and conversions, said implication is
denied.
16. Denied. Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, is without sufficient knowledge,
information or belief to either affirm or deny the amount set forth in this
allegation and, therefore, same is denied and strict proof thereof demanded at time
of trial.
17. Admitted in part. It is admitted only that Michelle A. Holtzapple concealed her
actions from Plaintiffs. The balance of this allegation is a conclusion of law to
which no responsive pleading is required.
18. Denied. Michelle A. Holtzapple is without sufficient knowledge, information or
belief to determine on what date Davis learned that she was continuing to sign
checks as drawer/maker on the account in question and therefore strict proof
thereof is demanded at time of trial. And further, Davis knew that Defendant,
Michelle A. Holtzapple, continued to sign checks from December 2, 2002, until
her last day of work.
19. Admitted.
20. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
21. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
22. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Michelle A. Holtzapple
committed the actions as alleged, but to the extent that this allegation
characterizes those actions on her behalf said characterizations are denied.
23. Admitted only in that Plaintiff lost the use of funds, the exact amount of which is
unknown to Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple.
24. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
25. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
26. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
27. Admitted.
28. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Defendants have reimbursed
Plaintiffs the sum of $154,000.00, but it is denied that this is the total amount paid
since Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, has made additional restitution
payments since her date of sentence on January 10, 2006.
29. Admitted that Plaintiffs are entitled to reimbursement, but it is denied that the
amounts shown here are accurate.
30. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required, and, therefore, same is denied.
31. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required, and, therefore, same is denied.
32. Admitted.
COUNT I - FRAUD
33. Answers 1 through 32, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
34. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, but only in the amount remaining due and
outstanding as of the date judgment is entered. With respect to consequential damages,
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, prays that this Honorable Court will enter judgment
in favor of Defendant and against Davis.
COUNT II - CONVERSION - COMMON LAW
35. Answers 1 through 34, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
36. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT III - BREACH OF FIDUCIARY DUTY
37. Answers 1 through 36, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
38. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
39. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
40. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
41. Denied. Defendant is without sufficient knowledge, information or belief to
either affirm or deny this allegation and, therefore, same is denied and strict proof
thereof demanded at time of trial.
42. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT IV - BREACH OF EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
43. Answers 1 through 42, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
44. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
45. Denied. It is denied that there was an employment contract as such is defined in
Pennsylvania law. Defendant was an employee-at-will, who was compensated for
performing the duties assigned to her.
46. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
47. Denied. Defendant is without sufficient knowledge, information or belief to
either affirm or deny this allegation and, therefore, same is denied and strict proof
thereof demanded at time of trial.
48. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT V - STATUTORY ACTION FOR FRAUDULENT TRANSFER
PURSUANT TO PA UNIFORM FRAUDULENT TRANSFER ACT
(12 Pa.C.S. § 5101 et seq.)
49. Answers 1 through 48, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
50. Denied. All assets owned by Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, that were
owned either in her own right or jointly with Defendant, Gary Holtzapple,
remained as they were held prior to the conversion.
51. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
52. Denied. While it has been admitted that Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple,
transferred Plaintiffs' property for her benefit. It is denied that it was done so
with the intent to hinder, delay or defraud Plaintiffs or with the intent of
concealing or placing Plaintiffs' assets out of the reach of Plaintiffs.
53. 0-ii) Denied. These allegations are denied as stated to the extent that Plaintiffs
believe this allegation. Defendant demands proof at time of trial.
54. Denied. Defendant has no knowledge of an alleged transfer of assets to an
insider for any of the reasons set forth by Plaintiffs and demands strict proof
thereof at time of trial.
55. Denied. Defendant has no knowledge of an alleged transfer of assets to an insider
for any of the reasons set forth by Plaintiffs and demands strict proof thereof at
time of trial.
56. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT VI - BREACH OF IMPLIED CONTRACT
57. Answers I through 56, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
58. Denied. It is denied that the parties had an employment contract, but rather
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, was an employee at will who could be
terminated from her employment at any time and could quit at any time without
reason. The implied duty of good faith and fair dealing is a principal that applies
to contracts between merchants, which this was not.
59. Denied. This allegation is denied for the same reasons as set forth in Paragraph
58.
60. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Plaintiff has incurred
damages as a result of the conduct of Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple. It is
denied that those damages flow from a breach of her duty of good faith and fair
dealing for the reasons set forth above. Further, Defendant is without sufficient
knowledge, information, or belief to either affirm or deny the amounts set forth in
this allegation and, therefore, same is denied and strict proof thereof demanded at
time of trial.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this count.
COUNT VII - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P. C. and Stephen J David. M D v Michelle A Holtzamle
(in the alternative)
61. Answers 1 through 60, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
62. Admitted.
63. Denied. Whatever unreimbursed funds are outstanding, they are no longer in the
possession of Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, and, therefore, it is denied that
she holds them in a constructive trust for Plaintiff's benefit.
64. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
65. Admitted in part. Denied in part. While it is admitted that Defendant, Michelle
A. Holtzapple, has not repaid all monies to Plaintiffs, Defendant, Michelle A.
Holtzapple, has paid additional funds which reduce the amounts claimed by
Plaintiffs in this paragraph.
66. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
67. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this count.
COUNT VIII - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P. C. and Stephen J David, M D v Michelle A Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
68. Answers 1 through 67, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
69. Admitted.
70. Admitted in part. Denied in part. While it is admitted that Defendant, Michelle
A. Holtzapple, could be unjustly enriched if allowed to retain Plaintiff's funds, it
is denied that the unjust enrichment amounts to $161,778.79, and it is also denied
that the consequential damages could be considered unjust enrichment to Michelle
A. Holtzapple.
71. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
72. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this count.
COUNT IX - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P C and Stephen J Davis, M D.-v. Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
73. Answers 1 through 72, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
74.-81. These allegations pertain to a Defendant other than Defendant, Michelle A.
Holtzapple, and, therefore, no responsive pleading is required.
COUNT X - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P. C. and Stephen J Davis. M D v Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
82. Answers 1 through 81, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
83.-84. These allegations pertain to a Defendant other than Defendant, Michelle A.
Holtzapple, and, therefore, no responsive pleading is required.
02?
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DATE
Respectfully submitted,
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
Supreme Court ID No. 41301
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-2100
Attorney for Defendant,
Michelle A. Holtzapple
VERIFICATION
I, MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE, hereby verify that the statements made in the foregoing
Answer To Complaint are true and correct. I understand that false statements herein are made
subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. C. S. §4904, relating to unworn falsification to authorities.
a 10, 41 (1 WA A 9,
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAF'Ott
DATED: -Y-goqo
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, R. Mark Thomas, Esquire, hereby certify that I have served a true and correct copy of
the within document on the following persons by depositing a true and correct copy of the same
in the U.S. Mail at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, First Class Postage pre-paid, addressed to:
Hubert X. Gilroy, Esquire
Broujos & Gilroy, P. C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
David J. Foster, Esquire
Costopoulos, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P. O. BOX 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043
Dated: June /oZ , 2006
R. Mark Thomas, Esq.
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DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
and STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
VS.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE and
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND CO., PENNSYLVANIA
: NO. 2005-3242 Term
PRAECIPE TO LIST CASE FOR ARGUMENT
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY:
Please list the within matter for the next Argument Court
1. State the matter to be argued: Preliminary Objections filed by Defendant Gary Holtzapple
2. Identify counsel who will argue cases:
(a) for Plaintiff: Hubert X. Gilroy, Esquire, 4 N. Hanover St., Carlisle, PA 17013
(b) for Defendant: David J. Foster, Esquire, 831 Market St., Lemoyne, PA 17043
3. I will notify all parties in writing within two days that this case has been listed for
argument.
4. Argument Court Date: September 6, 2006
DATE: August 11. 2006
Hubert X. Gilroy, Esquire
Attorney for aintiff
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 2434574
ID #29943
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DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
and STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
VS.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE and
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
: CUMBERLAND CO., PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2005-3242 Term
STIPULATION
Plaintiffs, Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. and Defendant, Gary
Holtzapple, by their attorneys, hereby Stipulate and agree as follows:
1. Plaintiff withdraws any claim for consequential damages claimed in Counts XI and X of
the Complaint. Plaintiff reserves the right to proceed with other damages in Counts IX and
X and to proceed with appropriate consequential damages in other Counts.
2. Defendant, Gary Holtzapple, hereby agrees to withdraw the Preliminary Objections filed
in this case and agrees to file an Answer within twenty days of the date of this Stipulation.
DATE: August 29, 2006
Hubert X. Gilroy squ'.
Attorney for P ntiff
4 North Han er Street
Carlisle, P 17013
(717) 243-4574
ID #29943
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Attorney for Gary Holtzapple
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
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Costopoulos, Foster & Fields
By: David J. Foster, Esquire
I.D. No.: 23161
831 Market Street/P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
Phone: (717) 761-2121
ORIGINAL
Attorney for Defendant Gary Holtzapple
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES,
P.C. AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNA.
DOCKET NO. 05-3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
ANSWER AND NEW MATTER OF DEFENDANT GARY HOLTZAPPLE
AND NOW, comes Defendant, Gary Holtzapple, by and through his counsel, David
J. Foster, Esquire, Costopoulos, Foster & Fields, and files this answer and new matter to
the complaint as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
7. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
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belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
8. Admitted that for some time Defendant Michelle A. Holtzapple was employed
by Pulmonary Associates as office manager; Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without
sufficient information, knowledge or belief to either affirm or deny the remaining averments
of the paragraph, and therefore same is denied and proof thereof is demanded.
9. Denied as stated; by way of further answer, see answer to #8 above.
10. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
11. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
12. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
13. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
14. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded; although Defendant Gary Holtzapple has learned subsequent to
these events of Defendant Michelle Holtzapple's actions leading to her guilty plea to
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various criminal charges.
15. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded; although Defendant Gary Holtzapple has learned subsequent to
these events of Defendant Michelle Holtzapple's actions leading to her guilty plea to
various criminal charges.
16. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded; although Defendant Gary Holtzapple has learned subsequent to
these events of Defendant Michelle Holtzapple's actions leading to her guilty plea to
various criminal charges.
17. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded; although Defendant Gary Holtzapple has learned subsequent to
these events of Defendant Michelle Holtzapple's actions leading to her guilty plea to
various criminal charges; in addition, Defendant Michelle Holtzapple concealed her actions
from Defendant Gary Holtzapple.
18. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
19. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
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20. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
21. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
22. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
23. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
24. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
25. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
26. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
27. Admitted that Defendant Michelle Holtzapple pled guilty to various criminal
charges.
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28, Admitted in part; denied in part. It is admitted that the Defendants have
reimbursed Plaintiffs the sum of $154,000.00, but it is denied that this is the total amount
paid since the Defendant, Michelle Holtzapple, has made additional restitution payments
thereafter.
29. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
30. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is required.
31. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is required.
32. Admitted.
COUNT I - FRAUD
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle Holtzapple
33. No answer required.
34. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
COUNT II - CONVERSION - COMMON LAW
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle Holtzapple
35. No answer required.
36. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
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COUNT III - BREACH OF FIDUCIARY DUTY
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle Holtzapple
37. No answer required.
38. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
39. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
40. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
41. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
42. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
COUNT IV - BREACH OF EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
Davis Pulmonary/ Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle Holtzapple
43. No answer required.
44. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
45. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
46. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
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Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
47. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
48. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
COUNT V - STATUTORY ACTION FOR FRAUDULENT TRANSFER PURSUANT TO
THE PA UNIFORM FRAUDULENT TRANSFER ACT (12 Pa.C.S. § 5101 etseq.)
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle
Holtzapplle and Gary Holtzapple
49. No answer required.
50. Admitted that, according to the listing of checks attached to the Plaintiffs'
Complaint, a check from Plaintiffs' account in the amount of $3,500 was purportedly
paid to one Steve Kemper on or about July 10, 2001; Defendant Gary Holtzapple
recalls that at about that time, Steve Kemper had performed repairs to the driveway of
the Defendants' marital residence; Defendant Gary Holtzapple was unaware of the
source of this payment until after this litigation began. Other than that payment, all
other averments in this paragraph are denied; no other property or proceeds of property
of the Plaintiffs was transferred to Gary Holtzapple outright or to the jointly held property
of both Defendants.
51. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required.
52. Denied; see answer to #50 above; in addition, Defendant Gary Holtzapple
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has no knowledge of as to the allegations of Defendant Michelle Holtzapple's specific
intent.
53. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
54. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
55. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
56. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required.
WHEREFORE, Defendant Gary Holtzapple respectfully requests that this count
be dismissed.
COUNT VI - BREACH OF IMPLIED CONTRACT
Davis Pulmona!y Associates P.C. and Stephen J. Davis M.D. v. Michelle Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
57. No answer required.
58. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
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59. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
60. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
COUNT VII - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
61. No answer required.
62. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
63. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
64. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
65. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
66. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
67. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
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COUNT VIII - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates P.C. and Stephen J Davis M.D. v. Michelle Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
68. No answer required.
69. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
70. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
71. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
72. This allegation pertains to a Defendant other than the Defendant Gary
Holtzapple and therefore no responsive pleading is required.
COUNT IX - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
73. No answer required.
74. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is required.
75. Denied. By way of further answer, see answer to #50 above.
76. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is required.
77. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is required.
78. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is required.
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79, Denied that Defendant Gary Holtzapple owes any further monies to Plaintiffs
for the wrongful actions of Defendant Michelle Holtzapple.
80. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is required.
81. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
WHEREFORE, Defendant Gary Holtzapple respectfully requests that this Honorable
Court dismiss this count against him.
COUNT X - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P .C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
82. No answer required.
83. Denied as a conclusion of law to which no response of pleading is required.
84. Defendant Gary Holtzapple is without sufficient information, knowledge or
belief to either affirm or deny this allegation, and therefore same is denied and proof
thereof is demanded.
WHEREFORE, Defendant Gary Holtzapple respectfully requests that this Honorable
Court dismiss this count against him.
NEW MATTER
85. Defendant Gary Holtzapple was and remains totally innocent of any alleged
wrongdoing on the part of his wife Michelle Holtzapple.
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86. Defendant Gary Holtzapple has received no monies allegedly converted by
the Defendant Michelle Holtzapple other than the $3,500 payment to a driveway contractor
as more fully set forth in the answer to paragraph #50 above.
87. Defendant Gary Holtzapple has, in a good faith effort to remedy the alleged
wrongful actions of his wife, Michelle Holtzapple, borrowed the maximum amount possible
from his individual as well as marital assets in order to make the payment of $154,000 to
Plaintiffs as set forth in paragraph #28 of the Complaint, even though he had no legal
obligation to do so. Defendant Gary Holtzapple has no legal obligation for any additional
payments to the Plaintiffs.
88. Plaintiffs have no rightful legal claim for any consequential damages against
Defendant Gary Holtzapple as set forth in paragraph #24 of the Complaint.
89. Plaintiffs have no rightful legal claim against Defendant Gary Holtzapple for
Plaintiffs' attorney's fees and costs.
90. Plaintiffs have no rightful legal claim against Defendant Gary Holtzapple for
any alleged emotional distress suffered by Plaintiff Davis.
91. Plaintiffs have no rightful legal claim against Defendant Gary Holtzapple for
punitive damages.
92. Plaintiffs have failed to state a claim for which relief may be granted against
Defendant Gary Holtzapple.
WHEREFORE, Defendant Gary Holtzapple respectfully requests thatthis Honorable
Court dismiss the Complaint against him.
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Respectfully submitted:
David J. Foster, squire
P.A. I.D.: 23151
Costopoulos, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street/P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
Phone: (717) 761-2121
Attorney for Defendant Gary Holtzapple
Date: September ?_, 2006
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VERIFICATION
I, Gary Holtzapple, hereby verify that the facts set forth in the foregoing
Answer & New Matter are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information
and belief.
I understand that any false statements therein are made subject to the penalties
of 18 Pa. C.S. § 4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Gary lltzappl?
Dated: _n9-Ou--C l0
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Tiffany M. Miller, a secretary for the law offices of Costopoulos, Foster & Fields,
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hereby certify that on this ?I? / day of September, 2006, a true and correct copy of the
foregoing ANSWER & NEW MATTER was served upon all counsel of record by:
Hand Delivery
X First Class Mail, Postage Pre-Paid
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested
Fax Transmission
Overnight Mail
at the following address(es) and/or number(s)-
Hubert X. Gilroy, Esquire
BROUJOS & GILROY, P.C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Attorney for Plaintiffs
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-3851
Attorney for Defendant Michelle Holtzapple
BY: COSTOPOULOS, FOSTER & FIELDS
Tiffany M. Miller
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
and STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
VS.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
and GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
NO. 2005-3242 Term
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
PLAINTIFFS' REPLY TO NEW MATTER
OF DEFENDANT GARY HOLTZAPPLE
Plaintiffs, Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C., and Stephen J. Davis, by their attorneys,
Broujos & Gilroy, P.C., set forth the following in response to the New Matter filed by Defendant
Gary Holtzapple:
85. Denied. Said allegation is a conclusion of law and proof thereof is demanded. By way of
further answer, Plaintiffs expect that discovery in this case may demonstrate that Defendant Gary
Holtzapple was aware of his wife's wrongdoing in this case, or, at a minimum, should have been
aware of his wife's wrongful and criminal actions that benefited Defendant Gary Holtzapple.
86. Denied. Proof thereof is demanded. By way of further answer, Defendant Gary
Holtzapple reaped a great deal of benefit from the monies converted by Defendant Michelle
Holtzapple in that said monies were used to pay marital obligations, used for family trips and dinners
and other entertainment, and put to other use that benefited Defendant Gary Holtzapple that
Plaintiffs expect to be proven through discovery.
87. Denied. Said allegation is a conclusion of law and no responsive pleading is required.
Proof thereof is demanded. Plaintiffs are without information with respect to the ability of
Defendant Holtzapple to borrow more money.
88. Denied. Said allegation is a conclusion of law and no responsive pleading is required.
Proof thereof is demanded.
89. Denied. Said allegation is a conclusion of law and no responsive pleading is required.
Proof thereof is demanded.
90. Denied. Said allegation is a conclusion of law and no responsive pleading is required.
Proof thereof is demanded.
91. Denied. Said allegation is a conclusion of law and no responsive pleading is required.
Proof thereof is demanded.
92. Denied. Said allegation is a conclusion of law and no responsive pleading is required.
Proof thereof is demanded.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs request your Honorable Court to enter judgment in favor of
Plaintiffs as requested in the Complaint.
Date: September ?9 ( 9 2006
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Hubert X. Gilroy, squire
Attorney for PI ' tiffs
Broujos & Gilroy, P.C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
717 - 243-4574
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I verify that the statements in the foregoing pleading are true and correct. I understand that
false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of 18 PaCS 4904 relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
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Stephen J. Davis
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C. CASE NUMBER: 2005-3242
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs ISSUE NUMBER:
V.
PLEADING:
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE, PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL/
Defendants ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
CODE AND CLASSIFICATION:
FILED ON BEHALF OF:
PLAINTIFFS.
COUNSEL OF RECORD:
DENNIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Pa. ID# 34329
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 975-9600
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
CASE NO: 2005-3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
JURY TRIAL DETMANDED
PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly withdraw my appearance on behalf of PLAINTIFFS, DAVIS PULMONARY
ASSOCIATES, P.C. AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., in the above captioned action.
MARTSON EARDORFF WILLIAMS & OTTO
BY:
e . Gilroy, Esquire
Ten East High Street
Date: Carlisle, PA 17013
PRAECIPE FOR ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter my appearance on behalf of PLAINTIFFS, DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES,
P.C. AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., in the above-captioned action.
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Deneey J. Bonetti, Esquire
Att I.D. #34329
1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
0-7 Lemoyne, PA 17043
Date: i (717) 975-9600
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
That counsel for the PLAINTIFFS hereby certifies that a true and correct copy of its
PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL/ENTRY OF APPEARANCE has been served on all counsel
of record, by first class mail, postage pre-paid, according to the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil
Procedure, on the day of f , 2007.
Hubert X. Gilroy, Esquire
Martson Deardorff Williams & Otto
Ten East High Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
David J. Foster, Esquire
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Respectfully submitted,
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
BY:
J."BONETTI, ESQUIRE
for the Plaintiffs
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and CASE NUMBER: 05-3242
Stephen J. Davis, M.D.,
ISSUE NUMBER:
Plaintiffs
v.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary
Holtzapple,
PLEADING:
CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO
SERVICE OF SUBPOENAS
Defendants
CODE AND CLASSIFICATION:
FILED ON BEHALF OF:
PLAINTIFFS.
COUNSEL OF RECORD:
DENNIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Pa. ID# 34329
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 975-9600
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and )
Stephen J. Davis, M.D., )
Plaintiffs )
V. )
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, )
Defendants )
CASE NO: 05-3242
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE
OF SUBPOENAS PURSUANT TO
RULE 4009.22
As a prerequisite to service of subpoenas for documents and things pursuant to
Rule 4009.22, Plaintiffs, by and through their attorneys, certifies that:
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoenas with a copy of the subpoenas
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least twenty days
prior to the date on which the subpoenas are sought to be served,
(2) a copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoenas, is attached to
this certificate,
(3) no objections to the subpoenas has been received, and
(4) the subpoenas which will be served are identical to the subpoenas which are
attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoenas.
Respectfully submitted,
N WERNER, P.C.
BY:
D IS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Attorney for the Plaintiffs
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and
Stephen J. Davis, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary
Holtzapple,
Defendants
CASE NUMBER: 05-3242
ISSUE NUMBER:
PLEADING:
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE
SUBPOENAS
CODE AND CLASSIFICATION:
FILED ON BEHALF OF:
PLAINTIFFS.
COUNSEL OF RECORD:
DENNIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Pa.ID# 34329
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 975-9600
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and
Stephen J. Davis, M.D.,
CASE NO: 05-3242
Plaintiffs
V.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE SUBPOENAS TO PRODUCE
DOCUMENTS AND THINGS FOR DISCOVERY
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
Plaintiffs intend to serve subpoenas identical to the ones that are attached to this
notice. You have twenty (20) days from the date listed below in which to file of record
and serve upon the undersigned objections to the subpoenas. If no objection is made the
subpoenas may be served.
Respectfully submitted,
P.C.
BY:
DE) NIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
A orney for the Plaintiffs
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C.
and Stephen J. Davis, M.D.
Plaintiffs
V.
File No. 05-3242
Michelle A. Holtzapple and
Gary Holtzapple,
Defendants
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
TO: Records Custodian, Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union, P.O. Box 67013
(Name of Person or Entity) Harrisburg, PA 17106-7013
Within twenty (20) days after service of this subpoena, you are ordered by the court to produce the
following documents or things:
See Exhibit "A" attached hereto.
at Cipriani & Werner, 1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201, Lemoyne, PA 17043
(Address)
You may deliver or mail legible copies of the documents or produce things requested by this
subpoena, together with the certificate of compliance, to the party making this request at the address listed
above. You have the right to seek in advance the reasonable cost of preparing the copies or producing the
things sought.
If you fail to produce the documents or things required by this subpoena within twenty (20) days
after its service, the party serving this subpoena may seek a court order compelling you to comply with it.
THIS SUBPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQUEST OF THE FOLLOWING PERSON:
NAME: Dennis J. Bonetti, lasquire
ADDRESS: 1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
TELEPHONE: 717-975-9600
SUPREME COURT ID # _14,i2A
ATTORNEYFOR: Plaintiffs
BY THE COURT:
Prothonotary, Civil Division
Date:
Seal of the Court Deputy
A complete copy of any and all statements, checks, deposit slips, withdrawal slips
and any other documentation for the past seven (7) years regarding Michelle and/or Gary
Holtzapple with regard to the following account number:
1. 16600719
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA.
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C.
and Stephen J. Davis, M.D.
Plaintiffs
V.
File No. 05-3242
Michelle A. Holtzapple and
Gary Holtzapple,
Defendants
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS OR THINGS
FOR DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RUI,E 4009.22
TO: Records Custodian, Commerce Bank, 100 Senate Avenue Came Hill PA 17011
(Name of Person or Entity)
Within twenty (20) days after service of this subpoena, you are ordered by the court to produce the
following documents or things:
See Exhibit "A" attached hereto
at Cipriani & Werner, 1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201, Lemoyne, PA 17043
(Address)
You may deliver or mail legible copies of the documents or produce things requested by this
subpoena, together with the certificate of compliance, to the party making this request at the address listed
above. You have the right to seek in advance the reasonable cost of preparing the copies or producing the
things sought.
If you fail to produce the documents or things required by this subpoena within twenty (20) days
after its service, the party serving this subpoena may seek a court order compelling you to comply with it.
THIS SUBPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQUEST OF THE, FOLLOWING PERSON:
NAME: Dennis J. Bonetti, Hsquire
ADDRESS: 1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
TELEPHONE: 717-975-9600
SUPREME COURT ID # 14,
ATTORNEY FOR: Plaintiffs
BY THE COURT:
Prothonotary, Civil Division
Date:
Seal of the Court
Deputy
EXHIBIT "A" - COMMERCE BANK
A complete copy of any and all statements, checks, deposit slips, withdrawal slips
and any other documentation for the past seven (7) years regarding Michelle and/or Gary
Holtzapple with regard to the following account numbers:
1. 536933880
2. 513139998
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
That counsel Plaintiffs hereby certifies that a true and correct copy of its NOTICE
OF INTENT TO SERVE SUBPOENAS has been served on all counsel of record, by first
class mail, ostage pre-paid, accordin to the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure, on
the day of? _'2007.
R. Mark Thomas
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
David J. Foster
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
Respectfully submitted,
CIPF,IANI & WERNER, P.C.
BY:
DEI NIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
A ornev for the PLAINTIFFS
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
That counsel Plaintiffs hereby certifies that a true and correct copy of its
CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF SUBPOENAS has been served on
all counsel of record, by first class mail, postage pre-paid, according to the Pennsylvania
Rules of Civil Procedure, on the ;2?- day of 32007.
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R. Mark Thomas
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
David J. Foster
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
Respectfully submitted,
& WERNER, P.C.
BY: //Art'
D S J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Att fmev for the PLAINTIFFS
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CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and
Stephen J. Davis, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
CASE NUMBER: 05-3242
ISSUE NUMBER:
V.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary
Holtzapple,
Defendants
PLEADING:
CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO
SERVICE OF SUBPOENAS
CODE AND CLASSIFICATION:
FILED ON BEHALF OF:
PLAINTIFFS.
COUNSEL OF RECORD:
DENNIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Pa. ID# 34329
ADAM L. SEIFERTH, ESQUIRE
Pa. ID# 89073
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 975-9600
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and
Stephen J. Davis, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple,
Defendants
CASE NO: 05-3242
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE
OF SUBPOENAS PURSUANT TO
RULE 4009.22
As a prerequisite to service of subpoenas for documents and things pursuant to
Rule 4009.22, Plaintiffs, by and through their attorneys, certifies that:
(1) A notice of intent to serve the subpoenas with a copy of the subpoenas
attached thereto was mailed or delivered to each party at least twenty days
prior to the date on which the subpoenas are sought to be served,
(2) a copy of the notice of intent, including the proposed subpoenas, is attached to
this certificate,
(3) no objections to the subpoenas has been received, and
(4) the subpoenas which will be served are identical to the subpoenas which are
attached to the notice of intent to serve the subpoenas.
Respectfully submitted,
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
BY: 47
DENNIS J. BON TTI, S
ADAM L. SEIFERTH, S
Attorney for the Plaintif
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and CASE NUMBER: 05-3242
Stephen J. Davis, M.D.,
ISSUE NUMBER:
Plaintiffs
V.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary
Holtzapple,
Defendants
PLEADING:
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE
SUBPOENAS
CODE AND CLASSIFICATION:
FILED ON BEHALF OF:
PLAINTIFFS.
COUNSEL OF RECORD:
DENNIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Pa. ID# 34329
ADAM L. SEIFERTH, ESQUIRE
Pa. ID# 89073
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 975-9600
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY,
PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and
Stephen J. Davis, M.D.,
CASE NO: 05-3242
Plaintiffs
V.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SERVE SUBPOENAS TO PRODUCE
DOCUMENTS AND THINGS FOR DISCOVERY
PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.21
Plaintiffs intend to serve subpoenas identical to the ones that are attached to this
notice. You have twenty (20) days from the date listed below in which to file of record
and serve upon the undersigned objections to the subpoenas. If no objection is made the
subpoenas may be served.
Respectfully submitted,
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
BY:
DE IS J. ON TI, RE
ADAM L. SEIFERTH, S DIRE
Attorney for the Plainti fs
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. ) CASE NO: 05-3242
Davis, M.D., )
Plaintiffs
V.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary I-Ioltzapple,
Defendants
SUBPOENA TO PRODUCE DOCUMENTS OR THINGS FOR
DISCOVERY PURSUANT TO RULE 4009.22
TO: Records Custodian, Highmark, Inc., 1800 Center Street, Carnp Hill, PA 17011
Within twenty (20) days after the service of this subpoena, you are ordered by the court
to produce the following documents or things:
A complete copy of the employment file of Gary M. Holtzapple, Jr. (SSN: 166-60-0719),
including, but not limited to wage records, 401K information and the complete personnel file.
at: Cipriani & Werner, 1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201, Lemoyne, PA 17043
You may deliver or mail legible copies of the documents or produce things requested by
this subpoena, together with the certificate of compliance, to the party making this request at the
address listed above. You have the right to seek in advance the reasonable cost of preparing the
copies or producing the things sought.
If you fail to produce the documents or things required by this subpoena within twenty
(20) days after its service, the party serving this subpoena may seek a court order compelling you
to comply with it.
THIS SUBPOENA WAS ISSUED AT THE REQUEST OF THE FOLLOWING PERSON:
NAME: Adam L. Seiferth, Esquire
ADDRESS: 1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
TELEPHONE: (717) 975-9600
SUPREME COURT ID# 89073
ATTORNEY FOR: Plaintiffs
BY THE COURT:
Prothonotary, Civil Division
Date
Seal of the Court Deputy
'
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
That counsel Plaintiffs hereby certifies that a true and correct copy of its NOTICE
OF INTENT TO SERVE SUBPOENAS has been served on all counsel of record, by first
class mail,&stage pre-paid, acco •ding to the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure, on
the day of?_ _ 2007.
R. Mark Thomas
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
David J. Foster
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
BY:
Respectfully submitted,
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
DENNIS J. BOM TT , E E
ADAM L. SEIFERT , E QUIRE
Attorney for the PL NT FFS
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
That counsel Plaintiffs hereby certifies that a true and correct copy of its
CERTIFICATE PREREQUISITE TO SERVICE OF SUBPOENAS has been served on
all counsel of record, by first class mail, postage pre-paid according to the Pennsylvania
Rules of Civil Procedure, on the_ day of .92007.
R. Mark Thomas
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
David J. Foster
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. BOX 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
Respectfully submitted,
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.
BY:
DENNIS J. BONETTI, UIRE
ADAM L. SEIFERTH, E QUIRE
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CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C. CASE NUMBER: 2005-3242
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs ISSUE NUMBER:
V.
PLEADING:
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE, PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL OF
Defendants APPEARANCE
CODE AND CLASSIFICATION:
FILED ON BEHALF OF:
PLAINTIFFS.
COUNSEL OF RECORD:
DENNIS J. BONETTI, ESQUIRE
Pa. ID# 34329
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
1011 Mumma Road, Suite 201
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 975-9600
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
CASE NO: 2005-3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly withdraw my appearance on behalf of PLAINTIFFS, DAVIS PULMONARY
ASSOCIATES, P.C. AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., in the above captioned action.
CIPRIANI & WERNER, PC
BY:
DENNIS . ONE , E QUIRE
Attorney for the Pl ' ti s
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
That counsel for the PLAINTIFFS hereby certifies that a true and correct copy of its
PRAECIPE FOR WITHDRAWAL OF APPEARANCE has been served on all counsel of
record, by first class mail, postage pre-paid, according to the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil
Procedure, on the 2 fC day of 2008.
David J. Foster, Esquire
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Respectfully submitted,
CIPRIANI & WERNER, P.C.
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DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C. CASE NUMBER: 2005-3242
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.
Plaintiffs, ISSUE NUMBER
V. PLEADING:
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY PRAECIPE FOR ENTRY OF
HOLTZAPPLE APPEARANCE
Defendants.
CODE AND CLASSIFICATION:
FILED ON BEHALF OF:
PLAINTIFFS.
COUNSEL OF RECORD:
ANTHONY P. TABASSO, ESQUIRE
PA. ID# 80851
Klehr, Harrison, Harvey,
Branzburg & Ellers LLP
260 S. Broad Street, &h Floor
Philadelphia PA 19102-5003
215-568-6060
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.
Plaintiffs,
CASE NUMBER: 2005-3242
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE
Defendants.
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE FOR ENTRY OF APPEARANCE
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter my appearance on behalf of PLAINTIFFS, DAVIS PULMONARY
ASSOCIATES, P.C. AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., in the above-captioned action.
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I, Anthony P. Tabasso, Esquire hereby certify that on this -,- day of July, 2008, I
served a true and correct copy of our Entry of Appearance via regular U.S. Mail upon the
following:
David J. Foster, Esqurie
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Mar
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CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C. CASE NUMBER: 2005-3242 OR1011Y41
AND STEPHEN J. DAMS, M.D. Plaintiffs,
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE
Defendants.
MOTION FOR PARTIAL SUMMARY JUDGMENT
AGAINST MICHELE HOLTZAPPLE
Plaintiffs Davis Pulmonary Associates, PC ("DPA") and Steven J. Davis, M.D., ("Dr.
Davis") (DPA and Dr. Davis are hereafter jointly referred to as, "Davis") hereby move this
honorable Court for partial summary judgment against Defendant Michele Holtzapple. Plaintiffs
aver:
FACTUAL BACKGROUND
Ms. Holtzapple's Work History With Davis
1. Plaintiffs commenced this action on February 2, 2006 by filing a complaint
against the defendants alleging that the defendants stole certain funds from Plaintiff and
committed fraud, breaches of employment contract, breaches of fiduciary duty and were unjustly
enriched. A copy of the Davis Complaint is attached hereto as Exhibit "A."
2. DPA, is a medical practice, which is owned by plaintiff Dr. Davis. On February
2, 1993, Dr. Davis hired defendant Michelle Holtzapple as a bookkeeper and office manager.
(Compl. T 8-9). Until December 2002, Ms. Holtzapple's responsibilities included regularly
paying Davis' outstanding bills. (Compl. T 10) These payments were made from Davis' business
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bank account at the Pennsylvania State Bank. (Compl. ¶ 10). Dr. Davis never authorized her to
use Davis' funds for her own personal expenses or household needs. (Compl. ¶ 11).
3. In or around December 2002, Dr. Davis was advised by his accountant to ban Ms.
Holtzapple from paying Davis' bills. Unfortunately, despite being prohibited from paying bills,
and unbeknownst to Dr. Davis, Ms. Holtzapple continued to make withdrawals from Davis'
account to pay for her personal and household expenses. (Compl. ¶ 14).
4. Over the course of her tenure, Ms. Holtzapple stole at least $315,778.79 of Davis'
funds to pay for her personal and household expenses. Id. She actively concealed these
transactions from Davis. Id. at ¶15. When Dr. Davis initially confronted her, Ms. Holtzapple
concealed her actions and denied knowledge and culpability for the missing funds. (Compl. ¶
16).
5. On March 18, 2005, Davis terminated Ms. Holtzapple's employment based upon
her embezzlement and Dr. Davis then filed a police report concerning Ms. Holtzapple's theft. A
copy of the police report is attached hereto as Exhibit "B." As indicated in the police report and
the complaint, Ms. Holtzapple's actions cost Davis $315,778.79 in direct damages and an
additional $17,996.02 in consequential damages, not including attorneys' fees. See Complaint
Exhibit "A."
6. Ms. Holtzapple, with whom Dr. Davis and DPA reasonable trusted as the office
manager and bookkeeper, stole $315,778.79. The Affidavit of Stephan Davis, M.D., hereafter
the Davis Aff., is attached hereto as Exhibit "C." Davis Aff. ¶2. As a direct result of her active
concealment and the theft of the funds, Davis incurred an additional $17,996.02 in consequential
damages so that it could complete an accounting of its funds, change its locks and temporarily
staff the doctor's office. Id. at ¶9.
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Ms. Holtzapple Pleads Guilty to Theft
7. On October 18, 2005, Ms. Holtzapple pled guilty to theft by deception in
connection with her actions described above. (Compl. 126). In connection with her plea, she
testified that she was guilty of theft by deception because she stole money from DPA and took it
with the intent to deprive DPA of it permanently. October 18, 2005 Trial Transcript of Michele
Holtzapple, 2:10-3:18 (hereafter referred to as the Holtzapple Tr.) A copy of the Michele
Holtzapple Transcript is attached hereto as Exhibit "D."
8. On January 10, 2006, in Commonwealth v. Michelle A. Holtzapple, CP-21-CR-
1542-2005 and in connection with the charge of theft by deception, the Honorable J. Bayley
entered an Order sentencing Michelle Holtzapple to a period of 60 months of restrictive
intermediate punishment with one year to be served in the Work Release Program in the
Cumberland County Prison to which she was committed. A copy of the January 10, 2006 Court
Order is attached hereto as Exhibit "E." Ms. Holtzapple was further ordered to pay the costs of
prosecution and to pay remaining restitution to Dr. Davis in the amount of $145,429.22.
9. According to Ms. Holtzapple, before being ordered to pay restitution, she repaid
Davis $150,000.00, a fact which Davis does not dispute. (Compl. ¶ 27; Holtzapple Tr. at 4:1-3).
10. She has also paid an additional $18,904.24 in court ordered restitution, leaving a
principal balance of $146,874.55 still outstanding to Davis. Davis Aff. ¶11.
Davis Sues Ms. And Mr. Holtzapple
11. On February 2, 2006, Davis initiated this action against Ms. Holtzapple and her
husband, Gary Holtzapple, in Pennsylvania State Court, Cumberland County, Docket No. 05-
3242, alleging that her actions, and Mr. Holtzapple's actions constituted Fraud, Conversion,
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Breach of Fiduciary Duty, Breach of Employment Contract, Fraudulent Transfer, Breach of
Implied Contract, Constructive Trust and Unjust Enrichment.
12. In total, the complaint seeks $161,778.79, interest on the stolen funds and
$17,996.02 in damages against the Defendants jointly and severally.' See Compl.
13. On June 12, 2006, Ms. Holtzapple answered the Complaint. A copy of Ms.
Holtzapple's answer to the complaint is attached hereto as Exhibit "F." In her answer, she
admitted to (a) taking the money and committing fraudulent actions that were outrageous, and
committed in bad faith without any regard for Davis' rights. (Ms. Holtzapple Answer ¶ 22); (b)
without authority, privilege, or legal justification to do so, and until her employment was
terminated, drawing checks against Davis' bank account at Pennsylvania State Bank for her and
her husband's personal expenses. Id. at ¶14; (c) converting Davis' funds; (4) concealing her
actions from Davis. Id. at ¶ 17; causing Davis to lose money. Id. at ¶ 23; and pleading guilty to
theft by deception on October 18, 2005. Id. at ¶ 27.
14. Despite her admissions in connection with the guilty plea and contained in her
Answer to the complaint, Ms. Holtzapple denied that she owes Davis the amount of money
stated in the Complaint. She did not reveal whether she conducted any investigation, reasonable
or otherwise, into the truth of the allegations concerning the amount of money that she stole from
Davis.
1 The figure in the Complaint has not been offset by the additional restitution that Ms.
Holtzapple has paid since the complaint was filed. Accordingly, Davis is now owed $146,874.55
of principal, plus $17,996.02 in consequential damages and interest in the amount of
$112,052.71.
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LEGAL ARGUMENT
A. LEGAL STANDARD
15. Rule 1035.2 governs summary judgment practice. Rule 1035.2 states:
After the relevant pleadings are closed, but within such time as not
to unreasonably delay trial, any party may move for summary
judgment in whole or in part as a matter of law.
(1) whenever there is no genuine issue of any material fact
as to a necessary element of the cause of action or
defense which could be established by additional
discovery or expert report.
16. The moving party bears the burden of proving that judgment as a matter of law is
appropriate. Butterfield v. Giuntoli. 670 A.2d 646, 651 (Pa. Super. 1995), appeal denied, 683
A.2d 875 (Pa. 1996). Pennsylvania law provides that summary judgment may be granted in
cases where the record clearly shows that no genuine issues of material fact exist and that the
moving party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. Capek v. Devito, 767 A.2d 1047, 1048,
no. 1 (Pa. 2001). The moving party has the burden of proving that no genuine issues of material
fact exist. Rush v. Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc., 732 A.2d 648, 650 (Pa. Super. 1999).
17. In determining whether to grant summary judgment, the trial court must review
the record in the light most favorable to the non-moving party and must resolve all doubts as to
the existence of a genuine issue of material fact against the moving party. Potter v. Herman, 762
A.2d 1116, 1117-18 (Pa. Super. 2000). Summary judgment is proper when the allegations in the
pleadings, depositions, answers to interrogatories, admissions of record, and submitted affidavits
demonstrate that no genuine issue of material fact exists, and that the moving party is entitled to
judgment as a matter of law. Id. at 1117.
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18. According to the explanatory note to Pa.R.C.P. 1035.2 summary judgment is
proper when ...the record contains insufficient evidence of facts to make out a prima facie cause
of action or defense and, therefore, there is no issue to be submitted to a jury. To defeat this
motion, the adverse party must come forward with evidence showing the existence of the facts
essential to the cause of action or defense. Pa.R.C.P. 1035.2 (Explanatory Comment).
B. PLAINTIFFS ARE ENTITLED TO SUMMARY JUDGMENT AGAINST MS.
HOLTZAPPLE
19. Here, as the record and the attached Exhibits make clear, there is no factual
dispute that Ms. Holtzapple converted Davis' funds, committed fraud, and was unjustly enriched
at Davis' expense. Summary judgment is appropriate because Ms. Holtzapple admits that she
worked for DPA as the bookkeeper, she stole Davis' funds, she had no intention to return it and
she concealed these actions from Dr. Davis and DPA. Furthermore, Ms. Holtzapple plead guilty
to theft by deception in connection with her actions and was sentenced to sixty (60) months of
intermediate punishment. Accordingly, summary judgment is appropriate against Ms.
Holtzapple.
Ms. Holtzapple's Guilty Plea May Be Used Against Her in A Subsequent Civil Proceeding
20. In Pennsylvania, a court may use a guilty plea in criminal proceeding in the
subsequent civil proceeding if the defendant was sentenced in connection with the plea.
Generally, in criminal proceedings, there is a process when a sentence is imposed on a defendant.
Warren County v. Carlson, 418 A.2d 810, 813 (Pa. Commw. Ct 1980). The sentencing is a
judgment from which an appeal does lie, and "in those circumstances, where permitted by law,
the judgment may be introduced in subsequent proceedings." Id.
21. Ms. Holtzapple does not, and cannot dispute that she knowingly plead guilty to
theft by deception and was sentenced to spend time in jail. See Court Order Ex. "E." During
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her sentencing hearing, Ms. Holtzapple affirmed that she unlawfully and intentionally took
Davis' money with the intention to keep it. See Hearing Transcript Ex. "D." Accordingly, the
plea establishes that there is no genuine issue of fact concerning: (1) she stole money from
Davis; (2) she had no intentions of giving it back; (3) she hid her actions from Davis; and (4)
Davis did not permit her to take the funds for personal use or otherwise. Thus, there is no
genuine issue of fact and summary judgment is appropriate
Ms. Holtzapple Converted Davis's Property.
22. In Pennsylvania, it is a crime for a person to unlawfully take the property of
another. Theft by deception is codified in Pennsylvania: theft by deception occurs when a person
(1) intentionally obtains or withholds property (2) of another (3) by deception. 18 Pa CSA §
3922(a). Deception occurs when a person: creates a false impression, as to law, value, intention
or other state of mind; prevents someone from acquiring information that affects their judgment
of a transaction; or fails to correct a false impression that the deceiver previously created or
reinforced or that the deceiver knows was influencing the other to whom he or she has a
fiduciary or confidential relationship with. Id. Theft by deception is also considered an
enlargement of the former Pennsylvania crime-fraudulent conversion. Id. Commonwealth v.
Patterson, 390 A.2d 784, 788 (Pa Super Ct 1978).
23. Conversion is "the deprivation of another's right of property in, or use or
possession of, a chattel, or other interference therewith, without the owner's consent and without
lawful justification." Pioneer Commer. Funding Corp. v. Am. Fin. Mortg Corp., 855 A.2d 818,
827 (Pa 2004). Identifiable funds are considered to be chattel for purposes of conversion. Id.
When such an act occurs, the plaintiff may bring suit if he had an immediate right to possession
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of the chattel at the time it was converted. Potts Run Coal Co. v. Benjamin Coal Co., 426 A.2d
1175, 1178 (Pa Super Ct. 1981).
24. Ms. Holtzapple plead guilty to theft by deception of Davis' funds, which is the
unlawful taking of the property of another with an intent to deceive. Answer ¶15; 18 Pa CS
3922(a). Incorporated in this crime, which is an enlargement of the former crime of fraudulent
conversion, is the taking of another's property without consent or lawful justification, which are
the elements of civil conversion.
25. Because Ms. Holtzapple was sentenced and plead guilty to unlawfully taking
Davis' funds, with the intent to deceive Davis, she has necessarily converted those same funds.
Further, in Ms. Holtzapple's answer to the complaint, she admits that she converted Davis' funds
with the intent to deceive Davis. Answer, ¶14-17. Accordingly, Davis is entitled to judgment in
their favor and against Ms. Holtzapple.
Ms. Holtzapple's Intentional Concealment of Her Actions Constitutes Fraud.
26. Under Pennsylvania law, fraud contains the following elements: (1) a
representation or omission; (2) which is material to the transaction at hand; (3) made falsely,
with knowledge of its falsity or recklessness as to whether it is true or false; (4) with the intent of
misleading another into relying on it; (5) justifiable reliance on the misrepresentation; and (6) the
resulting injury was proximately caused by the reliance. Gibbs v. Ernst, 647 A.2d 882, 889 (Pa
1994). Under this standard, there is no doubt that Ms. Holtzapple is liable to the Plaintiffs here.
27. Ms. Holtzapple has admitted that she was responsible for maintaining the books
and records for DPA and paying the bills of DPA from its bank account. Answer, ¶9. Ms.
Holtzapple admitted to taking Davis' funds and to committing the crime of theft by deception,
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which is defined as the unlawful taking of the property of another with intent to deceive.
Answer, ¶15; 18 Pa CS 3922(a); Court Order, Ex. "E."
28. Ms. Holtzapple's actions, whereby she intentionally hid from Davis that she was
taking DPA's money and using it for her own personal expenses is fraud. It is not disputed that
as the bookkeeper and the person responsible for paying the bills of DPA, Ms. Holtzapple had
access to DPA's bank account and money.
29. There is also no dispute that she intentionally and knowingly hid her actions from
Dr. Davis by misrepresenting the accounting books and by failing to disclose that she was using
DPA's funds for personal reasons. See Answer, ¶14-17, Davis Af£, ¶ 7. Davis relied upon Ms.
Holtzapple to pay the bills of DPA and to not use these funds for personal reasons. Davis Aff.,
¶3. As a consequence of Ms. Holtzapple's actions, Davis was injured, and $146,874.55 is still
due and outstanding in principal. Id. at ¶ 11. Accordingly Ms. Holtzapple is liable for fraud.
Ms. Holtzapple was Unjustly Enriched By Unlawfully Taking Davis's Money.
30. In Pennsylvania, a person has been unjustly enriched when: (1) the plaintiff has
conferred a benefit on defendant; (2) defendant appreciates the benefit; and (3) defendant accepts
and retains the benefit under such circumstances that it would be inequitable for defendant to do
so. Pollack v. Skinsmart Dermatology and Aesthetic Center P.C., 2004 WL 2426331, 02167
Sept. Term 2002, *4 (Pa Ct Commn Pleas, Phila 2004)(quoting Mitchell v. Moore. 729 A.2d
1200, 1203 (Pa. Super. 1999)).
31. Ms. Holtzapple used $315,778.79 of her employer's funds for personal matters.
These funds were paid from DPA's bank account and paid directly to Ms. Holtzapple. Compl.,
¶14 and Answer, ¶14. Indeed, Ms. Holtzapple used these funds for her personal expenses.
Answer, ¶14. As stated in her guilty plea and in her answer to the complaint, she retained these
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funds without the intention of giving them back to Davis. Accordingly, Ms. Holtzapple has been
unjustly enriched by her use of Davis' funds at the expense of Davis. Therefore, the Court
should order Ms. Holtzapple to repay these funds to Davis.
Ms. Holtzapple Cannot Deny the Amount of Money that She Took From Davis.
32. In spite of the fact that Ms. Holtzapple claims that she is without information
sufficient to form a belief as to the amount of money that she took from Dr. Davis, this Court
may still award Davis $146,874.55 in damages. Ms. Holtzapple cannot respond that she is
without knowledge, when, in fact, it is clear that she has knowledge. In Pennsylvania, a
defendant may not answer that she is without knowledge or information sufficient to form a
belief as to the truth of an averment if, in fact, it is clear that she knows whether an allegation is
true or false. Cercone v. Cercone, 386 A 2d 1, 4-5 (Pa Super. Ct 1978). In that situation, that
denial is an admission. Id.
33. Here, the amount of money that Ms. Holtzapple took from Davis and repaid
pursuant to court ordered restitution is a figure that she, better than any other person, must know.
She admitted to taking Davis money with the intent to keep it. She cannot deny the amount of
money that she took from Davis by stating that she is without sufficient knowledge to form the
basis of an opinion. See id. After all, Ms. Holtzapple admits that she wrote the checks from
Davis' accounts for her personal benefit and she maintained Davis' books. Conspicuously
missing from her answer to this allegation of the complaint is whether she conducted any
investigation to determine the amount of money that she took from, and still owed Davis.
Furthermore, she has not come forward with any evidence to dispute the amount of money that
Davis asserted in the Complaint. Accordingly, her infirmed denial of a fact that she already
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knows the answer to is deemed an admission, and she owes Davis $146,874.55 in principal
amount, $17,996.02 in consequential damages and interest as claimed in the Complaint.
34. Davis is entitled to pre judgment interest in the amount of $112,052.71. In
Pennsylvania, it is well settled that a defendant who has been unjustly enriched at the expense of
the plaintiff must make restitution. Sack v. Feinman, 432 A.2d 971, 974 (Pa. 1981) The
defendant must make restitution, which includes interest on the principal amount, if the receipt
and retention of the interest amount are such that, as between the two parties, it would be unjust
for the recipient to retain the benefit. Here, there can be no argument that Ms. Holtzapple
retained the benefit of the use and enjoyment of the funds she stole. Accordingly, Davis seeks
entry of judgment against Ms. Holtzapple in the amount of $276,923.28.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Dr. Stephen Davis.
respectfully requests that this honorable Court enter partial summary judgment in their favor and
against Michele Holtzapple, in the amount of $146,874.55, 17,996.75 in consequential damages,
plus interest in the amount of $112,052.71, together with such other relief as this Court deems
just.
:ISON, HARVEY,
& ELLERS LLP
By:
AFAony P Tabasso, Esquire
Randolph /C. Reliford, Esquire
260 S. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 569-4397
Attorneys for Plaintiffs
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C. CASE NUMBER: 2005-3242
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.
Plaintiffs,
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE
Defendants.
MEMORANDUM OF LAW IN SUPPORT OF PLAINTIFFS' MOTION FOR
PARTIAL SUMMARY JUDGMENT AGAINST MICHELE HOLTZAPPLE
Plaintiffs Davis Pulmonary Associates, PC ("DPA") and Steven J. Davis, M.D., ("Dr.
Davis") (DPA and Dr. Davis are hereafter jointly referred to as "Davis") hereby file this
memorandum of law in support of their motion for partial summary judgment against Defendant
Michele Holtzapple.
1. RELEVANT FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY
Ms. Holtzapple's Work History With Davis
Plaintiffs commenced this action on February 2, 2006 by filing a complaint against the
defendants alleging that the defendants stole certain funds from Plaintiff and committed fraud,
breaches of employment contract, breaches of fiduciary duty and were unjustly enriched. A copy
of the Davis Complaint is attached hereto as Exhibit "A."
DPA, is a medical practice, which is owned by plaintiff Dr. Davis. On February 2, 1993
Dr. Davis hired defendant Michelle Holtzapple as a bookkeeper and office manager. Compl., ¶
8-9. Until December 2002, Ms. Holtzapple's responsibilities included paying Davis' outstanding
bills. These payments were made from Davis' business bank account at the Pennsylvania State
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Bank. Compl., ¶ 10. Dr. Davis never authorized Ms. Holtzapple to use Davis' funds for her own
personal expenses or household needs. (Compl. ¶ 11).
In or around December 2002, Dr. Davis was advised by his accountant to ban Ms.
Holtzapple from paying Davis' bills. Unfortunately, despite being prohibited from paying bills,
and unbeknownst to Dr. Davis, Ms. Holtzapple continued to make withdrawals from Davis'
account to pay for her personal and household expenses. Compl., ¶ 14. Over the course of her
tenure, Ms. Holtzapple stole at least $315,778.79 of Davis' funds to pay for her personal and
household expenses. Id. She actively concealed these transactions from Davis. Id. at 115.
When Dr. Davis initially confronted her, Ms. Holtzapple concealed her actions and
denied knowledge and culpability for the missing funds. Compl. ¶ 16. On March 18, 2005,
Davis terminated Ms. Holtzapple's employment based on her embezzlement and Dr. Davis then
filed a police report concerning Ms. Holtzapple's theft. A copy of the police report is attached
hereto as Exhibit "B." As indicated in the police report and the complaint, Ms. Holtzapple's
actions cost Davis $315,778.79 in direct damages and an additional $17,996.02 in consequential
damages, not including attorneys' fees. See Compl. Exhibit "A."
Ms. Holtzapple, with whom Dr. Davis and DPA reasonable trusted as the office manager
and bookkeeper, stole $315,778.79 while Dr. Davis was battling cancer and after he had hip
replacement surgery. The Affidavit of Stephan Davis, M.D., hereafter the Davis Aff., is
attached hereto as Exhibit "C." Davis Aff. ¶2-6. Moreover, Ms. Holtzapple actively concealed
this theft from Dr. Davis by lying to Mr. Davis, making duplicate entries in the books and
records of DPA and doctoring the bank statements. Id. at ¶5, 7. As a direct result of her active
concealment and the theft of the funds, Davis incurred an additional $17,996.02 in consequential
damages so that it could complete an accounting of its funds, change its locks and temporarily
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staff the doctor's office. Id. at ¶7. Accordingly, $146,874.55 in principal is due and payable. Id.
at¶11.
2. Ms. Holtzapple Pleads Guilty to Theft
On October 18, 2005, Ms. Holtzapple pled guilty to theft by deception in connection with
her actions described above. (Compl. ¶ 26). In connection with her plea, the following
testimonial exchange took place between Ms. Holtzapple, the Court and Mr. John Dailey,
Assistant District Attorney for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:
MR. DAILEY:... Facts. The defendant was an office manager for
a Davis Pulmonary Associates, a medical practice located in East
Pennsboro Township. As manager, the defendant had access and
authorization to write checks to pay for the practice's bills. Since
starting in the year 2000 and continuing through March of 2005,
the defendant systematically wrote checks on the practice's
account to pay her own personal debt without permission or
authorization of Dr. Davis who was battling cancer and related
health problems during this time frame.
The defendant was taking money from the practice to pay a
personal City Bank Discovery and other credit card bills that she
had run up. Since January 18th or 2000 until March of 2005, the
defendant averaged taking $5,000.00 a month, for a total of
$315,000.00 from the practice's account, and used that money for
her own personal gain.
THE COURT: Does your client wish to plead guilty as indicated?
DEFENDANT'S ATTORNEY: Yes, Your Honor.
THE COURT: It is a felony of the third degree. The maximum
penalty is seven years imprisonment and a fine. Sentencing is at
my discretion. If you stole this money, took it with the intent to
deprive the true owner of it permanently, that is theft by deception.
Do you admit you committed the offense?
THE DEFENDANT: Yes, sir.
October 18, 2005 Trial Transcript of Michele Holtzapple, 2:10-3:18 (hereafter referred to as the
Holtzapple Tr.) A copy of the Michele Holtzapple Transcript is attached hereto as Exhibit "D."
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Accordingly, on January 10, 2006, in Commonwealth v. Michelle A. Holtzapple, CP-21-
CR-1542-2005 and in connection with the charge of theft by deception, the Honorable J. Bayley
entered an Order sentencing Michelle Holtzapple to a period of 60 months of restrictive
intermediate punishment with one year to be served in the Work Release Program in the
Cumberland County Prison to which she was committed. A copy of the January 10, 2006 Court
Order is attached hereto as Exhibit "E." According to Ms. Holtzapple, she repaid plaintiff
$150,000 (a fact which Davis does not dispute). Compl. ¶ 27; Holtzapple Tr. at 4:1-3). Ms.
Holtzapple was further ordered to pay the costs of prosecution and to pay remaining restitution to
Dr. Davis. See Exhibit "E." She has paid $18,904.24 in restitution. $146,874.55 still remains
due and owing. Davis Aff. ¶11.
3. Davis Sues Ms. And Mr Holtzapple
On February 2, 2006, Davis initiated the instant action against Ms. Holtzapple and her
husband Gary Holtzapple in Pennsylvania State Court, Cumberland County, Docket No. 05-
3242, alleging the following:
Count I Fraud - Davis v. Ms. Holtzapple
Count II Conversion - Davis v. Ms. Holtzapple
Count III Breach of Fiduciary Duty - Davis v. Ms. Holtzapple
Count IV Reach of Employment Contract - Davis v. Ms. Holtzapple
Count V Fraudulent Transfer (12 Pa.C.S.A. 5101) - Davis v. Mr.
and Ms. Holtzapple
Count VI Breach of Implied Contract - Davis v. Ms. Holtzapple
Count VII Constructive Trust - Davis v. Ms. Holtzapple
Count VIII Unjust Enrichment - Davis v. Ms. Holtzapple
Count IX Constructive Trust - Davis v. Mr. Holtzapple
Count X Unjust Enrichment - Davis v. Mr. Holtzapple
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In total, the complaint seeks $161,778.79 and $17,996.02 in damages against the
Defendants jointly and severally. 1 See Compl. The following is a list of damages incurred by
Plaintiff per year:
2000 $59,346.35
2001 $67,552.69
2002 $45,583.62
2003 $53,360.80
2004 $72,835.76
2005 $17,100.57
See Compl. Exhibit "A"
On June 12, 2006, Ms. Holtzapple answered the Complaint. A copy of Ms. Holtzapple's
answer to the complaint is attached hereto as Exhibit "F." In her answer, she admitted to taking
the money and committing fraudulent actions that were outrageous, and committed in bad faith
without any regard for Davis' rights. Answer, ¶22. She admitted that she, without authority,
privilege, or legal justification to do so, and until her employment was terminated, drew checks
against Davis' bank account at Pennsylvania State Bank for her and her husband's personal
expenses. Id. at ¶14. She further admitted that she converted Davis' funds and that she
concealed her actions from Davis. Id. at ¶ 17. She further admitted that her actions caused
Davis to lose money. Id. at ¶ 23. Lastly, she admitted that she plead guilty to theft by deception
on October 18, 2005. Id. at ¶ 27.
Despite her admissions in connection with the guilty plea and contained in her Answer to
the complaint, Ms. Holtzapple denied that she owes Davis the amount of money stated in the
Complaint. Interestingly, though in multiple paragraphs in her Answer she states that she has
conducted a reasonable investigation into the truth of the allegations contained in certain parts of
' The figure in the Complaint has not been offset by the additional restitution that Ms.
Holtzapple has paid since the complaint was filed. Accordingly, Davis is now owed $146,874.55
of principal, plus $17,996.02 in consequential damages and interest in the amount of
$112,051.72.
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the Complaint, Ms. Holtzapple simply pleads that she is without knowledge or information
sufficient to form a belief as to the amount that she stole. She did not reveal whether she
conducted any investigation, reasonable or otherwise, into the truth of the allegations concerning
the amount of money that she stole from Davis.
II. LEGAL STANDARD
a. Legal Argument
Rule 1035.2 governs summary judgment practice. Rule 1035.2 states:
After the relevant pleadings are closed, but within such time as not
to unreasonably delay trial, any party may move for summary
judgment in whole or in part as a matter of law.
(1) whenever there is no genuine issue of any material
fact as to a necessary element of the cause of action
or defense which could be established by additional
discovery or expert report.
The moving party bears the burden of proving that judgment as a matter of law is
appropriate. Butterfield v. Giuntoli. 670 A.2d 646, 651 (Pa. Super. 1995), appeal denied, 683
A.2d 875 (Pa. 1996). Pennsylvania law provides that summary judgment may be granted in
cases where the record clearly shows that no genuine issues of material fact exist and that the
moving party is entitled to judgment as a matter of law. Capek v. Devito, 767 A.2d 1047, 1048,
no. 1 (Pa. 2001). The moving party has the burden of proving that no genuine issues of material
fact exist. Rush v. Philadelphia Newspapers, Inc., 732 A.2d 648, 650 (Pa. Super. 1999).
In determining whether to grant summary judgment, the trial court must review the
record in the light most favorable to the non-moving party and must resolve all doubts as to the
existence of a genuine issue of material fact against the moving party. Potter v. Herman, 762
A.2d 1116, 1117-18 (Pa. Super. 2000). Summary judgment is proper when the allegations in the
pleadings, depositions, answers to interrogatories, admissions of record, and submitted affidavits
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demonstrate that no genuine issue of material fact exists, and that the moving party is entitled to
judgment as a matter of law. Id. at 1117.
According to the explanatory note to Pa.R.C.P. 1035.2 summary judgment is proper
when ...the record contains insufficient evidence of facts to make out a prima facie cause of
action or defense and, therefore, there is no issue to be submitted to a jury. To defeat this motion,
the adverse party must come forward with evidence showing the existence of the facts essential
to the cause of action or defense. Pa.R.C.P. 1035.2 (Explanatory Comment).
b. Plaintiffs Are Entitled to Summary Judgment Against Ms. Holtzapple
Here, as the record and the Exhibits attached hereto make clear, there is no factual
dispute that Ms. Holtzapple converted Davis' funds, committed fraud, and was unjustly enriched
at Dr. Davis' expense. Summary judgment is appropriate because Ms. Holtzapple admits that
she worked for DPA as the bookkeeper, she stole Davis' funds, she had no intention to return it
and she concealed these actions from Dr. Davis and DPA. Furthermore, Ms. Holtzapple plead
guilty to theft by deception in connection with her actions and was sentenced to sixty (60)
months of intermediate punishment. Accordingly, summary judgment is appropriate against Ms.
Holtzapple.
2. Michele Holtzannle's Guilty Plea Is Sufficient Proof of the Her Liabiliv
In Pennsylvania, a court may use a guilty plea in criminal proceeding in the subsequent
civil proceeding if the defendant was sentenced in connection with the plea. Generally, in
criminal proceedings, there is a process when a sentence is imposed on a defendant. Warren
County v. Carlson, 418 A.2d 810, 813 (Pa. Commw. Ct 1980). First, there is a plea of guilty, a
plea of nolo contendere or a conviction by a judge or jury. Id. "The prevailing law is that there is
no right of appeal from a plea or a conviction and neither a plea nor a conviction are admissible
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in subsequent proceedings for the obvious reason that a plea may be withdrawn at any time prior
to sentence or a conviction set aside." Id. However, the plea or conviction may be used in
subsequent proceedings, after the sentence is imposed. Id. The sentencing is a judgment from
which an appeal does lie, and "in those circumstances, where permitted by law, the judgment
may be introduced in subsequent proceedings." Id.
Ms. Holtzapple does not, and cannot, dispute that she knowingly plead guilty to theft by
deception and was sentenced to spend time in jail. See Court Order Exhibit. "E." During her
sentencing hearing, Ms. Holtzapple affirmed that she unlawfully and intentionally took Davis'
money with the intention to keep it. See Hearing Transcript Exhibit "D." Accordingly, the plea
establishes that there is no genuine issue of fact concerning: (1) she stole money from Davis; (2)
she had no intentions of giving it back; (3) she hid her actions from Davis; and (4) Davis did not
permit her to take the funds for personal use or otherwise. Thus there is no genuine issue of fact
that Ms. Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs for damages caused by her embezzlement.
3. Ms. Holtzapple Converted Davis's Property.
In Pennsylvania, it is a crime for a person to unlawfully take the property of another.
Theft by deception is codified in Pennsylvania: theft by deception occurs when a person (1)
intentionally obtains or withholds property (2) of another by (3) deception. 18 Pa CSA § 3922(a).
Deception occurs when a person: creates a false impression, as to law, value, intention or other
state of mind; prevents someone from acquiring information that affects their judgment of a
transaction; or fails to correct a false impression that the deceiver previously created or
reinforced or that the deceiver know was influencing the other to whom he or she has a fiduciary
or confidential relationship with. Id. To be considered deception, the deception must be of
pecuniary significance and may not be "puffery" Id. at (b). The offense of theft by deception was
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created in large part to criminalize the practice of taking people's money with a facade of good
intentions and the actual intent never to perform the promised services. Commonwealth v.
Patterson, 390 A.2d 784, 788 (Pa Super Ct 1978). Theft by deception is also considered an
enlargement of the former Pennsylvania crime fraudulent conversion. Id.
Conversion is "the deprivation of another's right of property in, or use or possession of, a
chattel, or other interference therewith, without the owner's consent and without lawful
justification." Pioneer Commer. Funding Corp. v. Am. Fin. Mortg. Corp., 855 A.2d 818, 827 (Pa
2004). Identifiable funds are considered to be chattel for purposes of conversion. Id. When
such an act occurs, the plaintiff may bring suit if he had an immediate right to possession of the
chattel at the time it was converted. Potts Run Coal Co. v. Benjamin Coal Co., 426 A.2d 1175,
1178 (Pa Super Ct. 1981).
Ms. Holtzapple plead guilty to theft by deception of Davis' funds, which is the unlawful
taking of the property of another with an intent to deceive. Answer, ¶15; 18 Pa CS 3922(a).
Incorporated in this crime, which is an enlargement of the former crime of fraudulent conversion,
is the taking of another's property without consent or lawful justification, which are the elements
of civil conversion. Because Ms. Holtzapple was sentenced and plead guilty to unlawfully
taking Davis' funds, with the intent to deceive Davis, she has necessarily converted those same
funds. Further, in Ms. Holtzapple's answer to the complaint, she admits that she converted
Davis' funds with the intent to deceive Davis. Answer, 114-17. Accordingly, Davis is entitled
to judgment in their favor and against Ms. Holtzapple.
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4. Ms. Holtzapple's Intentional Concealment of Her Actions Constitutes Fraud.
Under Pennsylvania Law, fraud contains the following elements: (1) a representation or
omission; (2) which is material to the transaction at hand; (3) made falsely, with knowledge of its
falsity or recklessness as to whether it is true or false; (4) with the intent of misleading another
into relying on it; (5) justifiable reliance on the misrepresentation; and (6) the resulting injury
was proximately caused by the reliance. Gibbs v. Ernst, 647 A.2d 882, 889 (Pa 1994). Under
this standard, there is no doubt that Ms. Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs here.
Ms. Holtzapple has admitted that she was responsible for maintaining the books and
records for DPA and paying the bills of DPA from its bank account. Answer, $9. Ms.
Holtzapple admitted to taking Davis' funds and to committing the crime of theft by deception,
which is defined as the unlawful taking of the property of another with an intent to deceive.
Answer, $15; 18 Pa CS 3922(a); Court Order, Exhibit "E."
Ms. Holtzapple's actions, whereby she intentionally hid from Davis that she was taking
DPA's money and using it for her own personal expenses is fraud. It is not disputed that as the
bookkeeper and the person responsible for paying the bills of DPA, Ms. Holtzapple had access to
DPA's money. There is also no dispute that she hid her actions from Dr. Davis by
misrepresenting the accounting books and by failing to disclose that she was using DPA's funds
for personal reasons and by explicitly lying to Dr. Davis. See Answer $14-17, Davis Affidavit,
$5, 7. Davis relied upon Ms. Holzapple to pay the bills of DPA and to not use these funds for
her personal benefit. Davis Aff., $ 2-3. As a consequence of Ms. Holtzapple's actions, Davis
was injured, and $146,874.55 is still due and outstanding. Id. at $ 11. Accordingly Ms.
Holtzapple is guilty of fraud.
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5. Ms Holtzapple was Unjustly Enriched By Unlawfully Taking Davis's Money.
In Pennsylvania, a person has been unjustly enriched when: (1) the plaintiff has conferred
a benefit on defendant; (2) defendant appreciates the benefit; and (3) defendant accepts and
retains the benefit under such circumstances that it would be inequitable for defendant to do so.
Pollack v. Skinsmart Dermatology and Aesthetic Center P.C., 2004 WL 2426331, 02167 Sept.
Term 2002, *4 (Pa Ct Commn Pleas, Phila 2004)(quoting Mitchell v. Moore, 729 A.2d 1200,
1203 (Pa. Super. 1999)). The facts of the case mandate a finding of unjust enrichment.
Ms. Holtzapple used $315,778.79 of her employer's funds for personal matters. These
funds were paid from DPA's bank account and paid directly to Ms. Holtzapple. Compl., ¶14 and
Answer, ¶14. Indeed, Ms. Holtzapple used these funds for her personal expenses. Answer, ¶14.
As stated in her guilty plea and in her answer to the complaint, she retained these funds without
the intention of giving them back to Davis. Accordingly, Ms. Holtzapple has been unjustly
enriched by her use of Davis' funds at the expense of Davis. Therefore, the Court should order
Ms. Holtzapple to repay these funds with interest to Davis.
6. Ms. Holtzgpl2le Cannot Deny the Amount of Money that She Took From Davis.
In spite of the fact that Ms. Holtzapple claims that she is without information sufficient to
form a belief as to the amount of money that she took from Dr. Davis, this Court may still award
Davis $315,778.79 in damages. In Pennsylvania, a defendant may not state that she is without
knowledge or information sufficient to form a belief as to the truth of an averment if, in fact, it is
clear that she knows whether an allegation is true or false. Cercone v. Cercone, 386 A 2d 1, 4-5
(Pa Super. Ct 1978). Further, a denial in that manner is deemed to be an admission. Id.
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Here, the amount of money that Ms. Holtzapple took from Davis is a figure that she,
better than any other person, must know. She admitted to taking Davis money with the intent to
keep it. She cannot deny the amount of money that she took from Davis by stating that she is
without sufficient knowledge to form the basis of an opinion. See id. After all, Ms. Holtzapple
admits that she wrote the checks from Davis' accounts for her personal benefit and she
maintained Davis' books. Conspicuously missing from her answer to this allegation of the
complaint is whether she conducted any investigation to determine the amount of money that she
took from, and still owed Davis. Furthermore, she has not come forward with any evidence to
dispute the amount of money that Davis asserted in the Complaint.
Lastly, Davis is entitled to pre judgment interest in the amount of $112,052.71. In
Pennsylvania, it is well settled that a defendant who has been unjustly enriched at the expense of
the plaintiff must make restitution. Sack v. Feinman, 432 A.2d 971, 974 (Pa 1981). Pre-
judgment interest puts the plaintiff in the same position that he or she was in prior to the
defendant's wrongful action. Id. The defendant must make restitution if the receipt and
retention of the interest amount are such that, it would be unjust for the defendant to retain the
benefit. Id.
Here, there can be no argument that Ms. Holtzapple retained the benefit of the use and
enjoyment of the $315,779.79. It would be inequitable to allow her to retain the $112,052.71 of
interest that is due on those funds. Accordingly, Davis seeks entry of judgment against Ms.
Holtzapple in the amount of $276,923.28.
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Accordingly, her infirmed denial of a fact that she already knows the answer to is deemed
an admission, and she owes Davis $146,874.55 in principal amount, $17,996.02 in consequential
damages and $112,052.71 in interest as claimed in the Complaint and the Davis Aff.
III. CONCLUSION
For the foregoing reasons, Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Dr. Stephen Davis.
respectfully requests the entry of summary judgment in their favor and against Michele
Holtzapple, in the amount of $146,874.55, plus $17,996.02 in consequential damages, plus
interest in the amount of $112,052.71, together with such other relief as this Court deems just.
KLEHR, RRISON, HARVEY,
BRAN4UG & ELLERS LLP
By:
Anthony P. abassV,-Esquire
Randolph . Reliford, Esquire
260 S. Br ad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 569-4397
Attorneys for Plaintiffs
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
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Hubert X. Gilroy, Esqu' e
Supreme Court I.D. .29943
Broujos & Gilroy, .C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
COMPLAINT
1. Plaintiff is Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C., a professional corporation duly organized
and existing under the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the profession of
operating a medical practice having a principal place of business at 1863 Center Street,
Camp Hill, Cumberland County, PA 17011 (hereinafter, "Pulmonary Associates")
2. Plaintiff is Stephen J. Davis, M.D., an adult individual having a business address of Davis
Pulmonary Associates, P.C., 863 Center Street, Camp Hill, Cumberland County, PA
17011 (hereinafter, "Davis").
3. Defendant is Michelle A. Holtzapple, an adult individual having a residence address of
193 Atlanthia Lane, Etters, York County, PA 17319.
4. Defendant is Gary Holtzapple, an adult individual having a residence address of 193
Atlanthia Lane, Etters, York County, PA 17319.
5. Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple (collectively herein, "Holtzapples") are
husband and wife and have been so for all times pertinent to this cause of action.
6. Davis is the principal physician, shareholder, director and officer of Pulmonary
Associates.
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7. For all times pertinent to this cause of action, Pulmonary Associates held a checking
account bearing account number 1509440 (hereinafter, the "Account") with Pennsylvania
State Bank (hereinafter, the Bank").
8. From on or about February 2, 1993 until March 18, 2005, defendant Michelle A.
Holtzapple (hereinafter, "Michelle Holtzapple"), was employed by Pulmonary Associates
as bookkeeper and office manager.
9. As bookkeeper and office manager, Michelle Holtzapple's duties included, inter alia,
maintaining the financial books and records of Pulmonary Associates, managing
receivables and payables for Pulmonary Associates, and drafting checks for the payment
of Pulmonary Associates expenses.
10. Michelle Holtzapple was never authorized to use Plaintiffs' funds for Defendants' own
personal use.
11. For a period of time beginning on or about February 09, 1999 until December 5, 2002,
Michelle Holtzapple was authorized to sign said checks for Pulmonary Associates, as
drawer/maker, which were drawn against the Account.
12. On December 5, 2002, Davis informed Michelle Holtzapple that no one other than Davis
would be thereafter authorized to sign checks, as drawer/maker, which were drawn
against the Account.
13. Unbeknownst to Davis and without authority, privilege or legal justification to do so,
after December 5, 2002 and after being notified by Davis not to do so, Michelle
Holtzapple continued to sign checks, as drawer/maker, against the Account.
14. Without authority, privilege or legal justification to do so, both before December 5, 2002
and after, until her employment was terminated by Davis, Michelle Holtzapple drew
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checks against the Account for the Holtzapples' personal use, including checks for
payment of Holtzapples' personal expenses and checks improperly drawn to Michelle
Holtzapple, which she endorsed and accepted the proceeds therefrom.
15. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holtzapple transferred and converted
Plaintiffs' property to Michelle Holtzapple, Gary Holtzapple, and Michelle Hottzapplee
and Gary Holtzapple, jointly, both outright, by paying individual and marital debts and by
otherwise transferring Plaintiffs' property, or the proceeds therefrom, into individual
and/or marital assets.
16. Michelle Holtzapple improperly drew checks in the total amount of $ 315,778.79. A list
of checks improperly and illegally drawn by Michelle Holtzapple are attached hereto,
marked as Exhibit "A", and are incorporated herein by reference as though textually set
forth at length.
17. Michelle Holtzapple concealed her said actions from Plaintiffs, even to the point of
denying knowledge or culpability when questioned about the possibility of missing funds,
with the intent of defrauding Plaintiffs of Plaintiffs' property.
18. On or about March 17, 2005, Davis learned that Michelle Holtzapple was continuing to
sign checks, as drawer/maker, against the Account.
19. Davis stopped payment on check number 4434, which was signed by Michelle
Holtzapple as drawer/maker, dated March 15, 2005 and drawn against the Account in the
amount of $4,350.57.
20. All other checks signed by Michelle Holtzapple as drawer/maker and illegally drawn
against the Account as noted in Paragraph 14, supra, were honored by the Bank and paid
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to Michelle Holtzapple, and Michelle Holtzapple accepted the proceeds, or benefits of the
proceeds, therefrom.
21. The Bank repaid Davis the sum of $6,000.00 for said check number 4409.
22. Michelle Holztapple's aforesaid actions were fraudulent, outrageous and committed in
bad faith, with absolutely no regard for Plaintiffs' rights and financial welfare and with
no legal justification or defense whatsoever.
23. Michelle Holtzapple's actions have caused Plaintiffs loss of use of said funds, and
interest thereon.
24. In addition to the stolen funds, as a direct, proximate and foreseeable result of Michelle
Holtzapple's said actions, Plaintiffs have incurred damages totaling the sum of
$17,996.02, a description of which is attached hereto, marked as Exhibit "B", and which
is incorporated herein by reference.
25. In addition to the aforementioned damages, Michelle Holtzapple's actions have caused
Plaintiffs to incur, and continue to incur, significant attorney's fees and costs in seeking
redress through the filing and prosecution of the instant action.
26. As a direct and proximate result of Michelle Holtzapple's fraudulent, illegal and
outrageous conduct, Davis suffered severe emotional distress, which exhibited itself
physically by inability to sleep, depression, loss of concentration, weight loss, poor
appetite, and other severe distress.
27. On October 18, 2005, Michelle Holtzapple pled guilty for her aforesaid illegal actions to
the criminal charges of Theft by Deception, grade of a Felony 3, docketed with this
Honorable Court, Criminal Division, at 2005-1542.
28. Defendants have reimbursed Plaintiffs the total sum of $154,000.00.
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29. Of the total amount of Plaintiffs' funds misappropriated by Michelle Holtzapple,
$161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02, remains to be reimbursed to
Plaintiffs, plus interest Plaintiff would have earned on the funds.
30. Because of the fraudulent and outrageous actions of Michelle Holtzapple, Plaintiffs are
entitled to recover their attorney's fees from Michelle Holtzapple.
31. Because of the fraudulent and outrageous actions of Michelle Holtzapple, Plaintiffs are
entitled to recover punitive damages from Michelle Holtzapple.
32. The total amount sought by Plaintiffs exceeds $25,000.00, the amount requiring
compulsory arbitration in Cumberland County.
COUNT I - FRAUD
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
33. Paragraphs 1 through 32, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
34. Michelle Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs for fraud, as she illegally stole funds from
Plaintiffs and concealed her actions with hopes of her actions not being detected by
Plaintiffs in order to deprive Plaintiffs of Plaintiffs' property.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
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COUNT II - CONVERSION - COMMON LAW
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J Davis, M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapule
35. Paragraphs 1 through 34, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
36. Michelle Holtzapple converted Plaintiffs' property for her own use by illegally drawing
said checks against the Account and accepting the proceeds or benefits thereof, which
proceeds were the rightful property of Plaintiffs.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
COUNT III - BREACH OF FIDUCIARY DUTY
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzavyle
37. Paragraphs 1 through 36, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
38. Michelle Holtzapple was Plaintiffs' fiduciary, as employee, bookkeeper and business
manager for Plaintiffs, as to the Plaintiffs' property, including but not limited to the
Account and the funds held therein.
39. Michelle Holtzapple owed a fiduciary duty to Plaintiffs to properly care for and protect
Plaintiffs' funds, drawing checks and disbursing Plaintiffs' funds from the Account only
for the legitimate expenses owed by Plaintiffs and not for her own or Defendants' use.
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40. Michelle Holtzapple breached her fiduciary duty owed to Plaintiffs by improperly
drawing said checks and accepting the proceeds or benefits thereof for her own and
Defendants' use.
41. As a direct and proximate result of the Michelle Holtzapple's breach of her fiduciary duty
owed to Plaintiffs, Plaintiffs have incurred uncompensated damages in the nature of the
loss of a significant amount of Plaintiffs' funds, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, as well as interest Plaintiffs would have earned on
the funds.
42. Michelle Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs for damages caused by Michelle Holtzapple's
breach of the fiduciary duty she owed to Plaintiffs.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
COUNT IV - BREACH OF EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
43. Paragraphs 1 through 42, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
44. Michelle Holtzapple was a party to an oral but enforceable employment contract with
Pulmonary Associates which included that Michelle Holtzapple would properly perform
her duties as bookkeeper and office manager for Pulmonary Associates and, in return,
Pulmonary Associates would compensate Michelle Holtzapple for her time and efforts as
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employee for Pulmonary Associates, in an amount agreed to from time to time by the
parties.
45. As part of her employment contract, Michelle Holtzapple had the duty and obligation to
properly care for and protect Plaintiffs' funds, drawing checks and disbursing Plaintiffs'
funds from the Account only for the legitimate expenses owed by Plaintiffs and not for
her own or Defendants' use.
46. Michelle Holtzapple breached her employment contract with Plaintiffs by improperly
drawing said checks and accepting the proceeds or benefits thereof for her own and
Defendants' use.
47. As a direct and proximate result of the Michelle Holtzapple's breach of her employment
contract with Plaintiffs, Plaintiffs have incurred uncompensated damages in the nature of
the loss of a significant amount of Plaintiffs' funds, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, as well as interest Plaintiffs would have earned on
the funds.
48. Michelle Holtzapple is liable to Plaintiffs for her breach of the employment contract she
had with Plaintiffs.
WHEREFORE,.Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
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COUNT V - STATUTORY ACTION FOR FRAUDULENT TRANSFER PURSUANT TO
THE PA UNIFORM FRAUDULENT TRANSFER ACT (12 Pa.C.S. § 5101 et seq.)
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D.
v. Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple
49. Paragraphs 1 through 48, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
50. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holztapple, after incurring a debt to
Plaintiffs for conversion of Plaintiffs property, as stated above, transferred some or all of
Plaintiffs' property or the proceeds therefrom, as stated, to Gary Holtzapple, outright, or
property Michelle Holtzapple held or holds jointly with Gary Holtzapple, including but
not limited to real estate jointly owned by Defendants.
51. As defined by 12 Pa.C.S. § 5101, Plaintiffs are creditors of Michelle Holtzapple, and
Michelle Holtzapple is a debtor to Plaintiffs.
52. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holtzapple transferred Plaintiffs'
property to Gary Holtzapple and/or to Michelle Holzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly,
with the actual intent to hinder, delay and/or defraud Plaintiffs by, inter alia, with the
intent of concealing Plaintiffs' assets and/or with the intent of placing the proceeds of
Plaintiffs' assets out of the reach of Plaintiffs.
53. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that Michelle Holtzapple transferred Plaintiffs
property without receiving a reasonably equivalent value in exchange for the transfer and:
i) The debtor was engaged or was about to engage in a business or a transaction
for which the debtor's remaining assets were unreasonably small in relation to
the business or transaction; or
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ii) The debtor intended to incur, or believed or reasonably should have believed
that the debtor would incur, debts beyond her ability to pay as they became
due.
54. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that the aforesaid transfer of assets was to an insider;
that the debtor retained possession or control of the property transferred after the transfer;
the transfer or obligation was concealed; before some or all of the transfer(s) was (were)
made or obligation(s) was (were) incurred, the debtor had been sued or threatened with
suit; the transfer was of substantially all of the debtor's assets; the debtor removed or
concealed assets; the debtor was insolvent or became insolvent shortly after the transfer
was made or the obligation incurred; and/or the transfer occurred shortly after a
substantial debt was incurred.
55. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that said transfers arose before said transfers were
made and Michelle Holtzapple made said transfers without receiving a reasonably
equivalent value in exchange for said transfers and Michelle Holtzapple was insolvent at
the time or she became insolvent as a result of the transfer or obligation.
56. Under 12 Pa.C.S. § 5107, Plaintiffs are entitled to relief against Michelle Holtzapple and
Gary Holtzapple, jointly and severally.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, both jointly
and severally, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02,
compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven and allowed by law, pre and post
judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys fees incurred by Plaintiffs in
prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and deemed just by the Court, and
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any other relief deemed just by the Court. Further, pursuant to 12 Pa.C.S. § 5107, Plaintiffs
respectfully request your Honorable Court order relief in the form of. avoidance of the transfer or
obligation; attachment or other provisional remedy against the asset transferred or other property
of the transferee (Gary Holtzapple and/or Michelle Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly); an
injunction against further disposition by debtor and/or transferee (Gary Holtzapple and/or
Michelle Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly); appointment of a receiver to take charge of
the transferred assets or of other property of the transferee (Gary Holtzapple and/or Michelle
Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple, jointly); and award Plaintiffs any other relief the Court deems
the circumstances requires.
COUNT VI - BREACH OF IMPLIED CONTRACT
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
57. Paragraphs 1 through 56, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
58. Every contract imposes upon the parties to the contract an implied duty of good faith and
fair dealing, and Michelle Holtzapple likewise was imposed with this duty in her
employment contract with Plaintiffs.
59. Michelle Holtzapple breached her duty of good faith and fair dealing to Plaintiffs by her
said actions.
60. As a direct result of the Michelle Holtzapple's breach of her duty of good faith and fair
dealing, Plaintiffs have incurred uncompensated damages in the nature of the loss of a
significant amount of Pulmonary Associates' funds, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, as well as interest on the funds.
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WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Honorable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Michelle Holtzapple in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, compensation for Davis's emotional distress as proven
and allowed by law, pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, attorneys
fees incurred by Plaintiffs in prosecuting this action, punitive damages as allowed by law and
deemed just by the Court, and any other relief deemed just by the Court.
COUNT VII - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P.C. and Stephen J. Davis. M.D. v Michelle A. HoltzavvIe
(in the alternative)
61. Paragraphs 1 through 60, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
62. In the event that it is judicially determined that Plaintiffs have no cognizable or
actionable cause of action as averred above, Plaintiffs will have no full and adequate
remedy at law.
63. Michelle Holtzapple holds Plaintiffs' said unreimbursed funds in a constructive trust for
Plaintiffs' benefit.
64. As constructive trustee, Michelle Holtzapple is required to repay Plaintiffs' funds to
Plaintiffs upon demand.
65. Plaintiffs demanded repayment of all of Plaintiffs said funds, however, Michelle
Holtzapple has failed to return all of Plaintiffs' property to Plaintiffs, in the nature of the
unreimbursed funds in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of
$17,996.02.
66. Plaintiffs are entitled to a decree awarding Plaintiffs return of their said property.
67. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
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WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Defendant in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law,
costs of suit, and any other relief deemed equitable by the Court.
COUNT VIII - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Michelle A. Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
68. Paragraphs 1 through 67, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
69. In the event that it is judicially determined that Plaintiffs have no cognizable or
actionable cause of action as averred above, Plaintiffs will have no full and adequate
remedy at law.
70. If Michelle Holtzapple is allowed to retain Plaintiffs' said funds, Michelle Holtzapple
would be unjustly enriched in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of
$17,996.02, plus interest, as Michelle Holtzapple has no right to retain Plaintiffs'
property.
71. Plaintiffs are entitled to a decree awarding Plaintiffs return of their said property.
72. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Defendant in the amount of $161,778.79, plus
consequential damages of $17,996.02, plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law,
costs of suit, and any other relief deemed equitable by the Court.
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COUNT IX - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
73. Paragraphs 1 through 72, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
74. If it is judicially determined that Plaintiff has no cognizable claim against Gary
Holtzapple pursuant to 12 Pa.C.S. § 5101 et seq. (as averred in Count V, above) upon
present information and belief, Plaintiffs will have no full and adequate remedy at law
against Gary Holtzapple.
75. Plaintiffs believe and therefore aver that the proceeds from Michelle Holtzapple's illegal
actions, as aforesaid, or the benefits derived therefrom, have or are being enjoyed by the
Holtzapples, or otherwise have become part of the Holtzapples' marital estate.
76. The Holtzapples have no right to said illegally obtained funds, nor a right to enjoy the
benefits therefrom, nor a right to retain the illegally obtained assets comprising part of the
Holtzapple marital estate and which flow from Michelle Holtzapple's said legal actions.
77. The Holtzapples hold Plaintiffs' said unreimbursed funds in a constructive trust for
Plaintiffs' benefit.
78. As constructive trustees, the Holtzapples are required to repay Plaintiffs' funds to
Plaintiffs upon demand.
79. Plaintiffs demand repayment of all of Plaintiffs said funds, however, the Holtzapples
have failed to return all of Plaintiffs property to Plaintiffs, in the nature of unreimbursed
funds in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02.
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80. Plaintiffs are entitled to a decree awarding Plaintiffs return of their said property, as Gary
Holtzapple has no right to retain any of Plaintiffs' property or the proceeds or benefits
therefrom.
81. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Gary Holtzapple, both jointly with Michelle Holtzapple,
as well as severally, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02,
plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, and any other relief deemed
equitable by the Court.
COUNT X - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D. v. Gary Holtzavule
(in the alternative)
82. Paragraphs 1 through 81, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though textually
set forth at length.
83. If Gary Holtzapple is allowed to retain Plaintiffs' said funds, Michelle Holtzapple would
be unjustly enriched in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of
$17,996.02, plus interest, as Gary Holtzapple has no right to retain any of Plaintiffs'
property or the proceeds or benefits therefrom.
84. Plaintiffs come to your Honorable and Equitable Court with clean hands.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs respectfully request your Equitable Court direct judgment be
entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against Gary Holtzapple, both jointly with Michelle Holtzapple,
as well as severally, in the amount of $161,778.79, plus consequential damages of $17,996.02,
plus pre and post judgment interest as allowed by law, costs of suit, and any other relief deemed
equitable by the Court.
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Respectfully Submitted,
BROUJOS & GILROY, P.C.
CP--OZI U
Date
By: Hubert X. Gilroy, Esq e
Supreme Court I. D. o. 29943
4 North Hanover S eet
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-4574
(Attorney for Plaintiffs)
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YEAR 2000
TOTAL 559346.35
EXHIBIT
A
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT PAYABLE TO PAID TO
IN REGISTER
01/18100 1360 2828.51 MICHELLE MICHELLE
03/08/00 1418 600.00 MICHELLE MICHELLE
03129/00 1478 3.750.00 CAPITAL
04/05/00 1482 51900.00 UNIVERSAL
04/25/00 1524 5,395 29 MBNA
05/10100 l w 2,312.72 HRS
05/10100 1556 5,799.09 UNIVERSAL
05/14/00 1562 2,923.61' DISCOVER
06/13100 1606 6,280.56 SUPPLIES DISCOVER
0650/00 1635 2,500.00 DISCOVER
07/01/00 1636 3,245.58 HRS
07/19/00 1665, 1,100.00 CASHIE PA BS MICHELLE
08/03/00 1692 1,200.00 PSS CITIBANK
09/01/00 1747 1,500.00 ERIE CITIBANK
09/25/00 1775 1,350.00 PSS MICHELLE
09/25/00 1776 21000.00 HENRY SCHEIN CITIBANK
10102/00 1826 3,981.23 PSS CIT IBANK
11/15/00 1847 1,500.00 HENRYSCHEIN MICHELLE.
12107/00 1894 2,179.77 PSS CITIBANK
12/13/00 1937 3,000.00 HENRY SCHEIN DISCOVER
60/ced 6*16 £9L LTL?QT AHVNOWIAd STAVC L9:£F SO-LZ-ZT
YEAR 2001
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT
01116101 1964 1143.94
01112/01 1963 3000.00
02120/01 2003 4000.00
02/16/01 2004 1200.00
03/07/01 2057 1457.50
03/13/01 2062 6000.00
03/23/01 2090 182.42
04109101 2111 487.73
04110/01 2113 4000.00
05/07/01 2169 5000.00
06/27i01 2282 1825.00
06/27/01 2258 4000.00
06/06101 2226 4229.52
06/01/01 2204 1800.00
07/10/01 2290 3500.00
07/12101 2284 2000.00
07/27AI 2314 1434.00
08/20/01 2355 6000.00
08/14/01 2354 500.00
08/28/01 2368 1293.01
09/17/01 2395 1338.89
10/17/01 2442 2000.00
10/17/01 2443 996.60
11113/01 2498 200.94
11/16/01 2497 3500.00
12117/01 2555 363.14
12/17101 2554 4100.00
TOTAL 67,552.69
66l'79d SV16 £94 LIL=QI
PAID TO
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
)ACHELLE
DISCOVER
LTD
CITIBANK
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
MICHELLE
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
STEVE KBOER
CTTIB A.DtK
MICHELLE
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
MICHELLE
CTTIBANK
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
LTD
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
DISCOVER
AVVP[OWI(ld STAVQ L@:£I 69-LL-ZI
YEAR 2002
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT PAID TO
Ol i 14/02 26% 650.00 CITI CARD
01/14/02 2617 6500.00 DISCOVER
03/11/02 2684 6800.00 DISCOVER
06117/02 2893 500.00 CITI CARD
06111/02 2890 6500.00 DISCOVER
07/29102 2963 7652.90 CITI CARD
07129102 2962 4980.72 DISCOVER
07118/02 2941 4000.00 DISCOVER
07111/02 2939 3000.00 CITI CARD
11,120102 3138 4000.00 CM CARD
11120/02 3139 1000.00 DISCOVER
TOTAL $45583.62
YEAR 2003
DATE CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT PAID TO
01/27/03 3248 2500.00 CITICARD
02/13103 3275 3360.80 GE CAPITAL
03/14/03 3318 3000.00 DISCOVER
04/02103 3356 3000.00 CITICARD
05/09/03 3404 5500.00 CITICARD
05/15/03 3425 500.00 DISCOVER
05,130/03 '3451 5000.00 CITICARD
0G/12/03 3453 2000.00 DISCOVER
071 10103 3501 5500.00 CITICARD'
07/10/03 3502 2000.00 DISCOVER
08/11/03 3558 5500.00 CITICARD
09/11/03 3559 2500.00 DISCOVER
09130/03 3646 5000.00 CITICARD
09/30/03 3647 2000.00 DISCOVER
10/28/03 3662 2000.00 DISCOVER
11/03/03 3691 2000.00 CITICARD
12111/03 3741 1000.00 CMCARD
12/11/03 3742 1000.00 DISCOVER
TOTAL $53.360.80
66/96d 6bT6 £SL LTL=QI A*dVN4H^.Itd SIAVC L0:£I S9-LZ-ZT
YEAR 2004
DATE CHECK NUMBER. AMOUNT
01/09/04 3786 1000.00
01/14/04 3805 4500.00
01/UM 3806 1444.78
01/29/04 3825 1000.00
01/30/04 3827 3000,00
02/13104 3849 1251.98
02/26/04 3866 900.00
02/27104 3865 4000.00
03/30!04 3939 4000.00
04/15/04 3959 1000.00
06111104 4031 5000.00
06/14104 4032 3000.00
07115/04 4101 3000.00
07,15/04 4100 5000.00
08/13/04 4127 3000.00
08/13104 4126 5150.00
08/27/04 4142 5100.00
09115/04 4182 4800.00
10101104 4205 5490.00
10/28/04 4254 3549.00
10/28/04 4255 2500.00
10129/04 4282 5150.00
TOTAL $72,835.76
PA'Y'ABLE TO
PAID TO
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
DELL PREF
DISCOVER
Cm
MICHELLE
DISCOVER
CM CARD
CM CARD
DISCOVER
CM CARD
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
CM CARD
DISCOVER
CM CARD
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
DISCOVER
CITI CARD
CITI CARD
G-.T= CIO) ivi.eti xwww^WRn.2 Lt-^ Pf -, -- -
YEAR 20015
DATE
01/10/05
02/24/05
0311.5!05
CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT PAID TO
4347 5750.00 CITICARD
4409 6000.OQ CITICARD
4434 4350.57 DISCOVER
TOTAL 517100.57
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
P.C., AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D., : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiffs
: DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
Accounting Fees to McKonly & Asbury
Accounting Fees to McKonly & Asbury
Fees for lock change
Expenses for Natasha Richards
Certified Mail
Expenses for Stephen J. Davis
Salary for Penny Zimmerman
Salary for John Richards
Checks for new checking account
PA State Bank new credit card charge
T.D. Mills for new stamper for new act
Estimated time for Penny until August 16th
Vacation time paid to Defendant but not earned
$2,070.00
$1,750.00
$ 145.99
$1,252.00
$ 10.35
$8,325.00
$1,960.00
$ 825.00
$ 96.00
$ 5.00
$ 27.63
$ 768.00
$ 761.05
TOTAL .......................................................................$17,996.02
EXHIBIT B
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
VERIFICATION
I am Stephen J. Davis, M.D., president of Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C., and I am
authorized to sign this verification on behalf of the corporation. I am also an individual plaintiff
in this action. The words of the foregoing Complaint and the legal conclusions contained in the
document are those of my attorney and not mine, however, the Complaint is based upon
information that I have provided to my attorney or that my attorney has found upon reasonable
investigation and provided to me. The facts averred in the foregoing Complaint are true and
correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, and I understand that this
verification is made subject to 18 Pa.C.S. § 4904 relating to unworn falsification to authorities.
_ _ - 015" S-R* UP ")
Date Stephen J. Davis, M.D.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND ,
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
DOCKET NO. 05 - 3242
CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I hereby certify that, on this date, I have served a true and correct copy of the foregoing
Complaint upon the following and in the manner specified, which service satisfies Pa.R.C.P.
440:
UNITED STATES FIRST CLASS MAIL POSTAGE PREPAID TO:
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-3851
Date
-) -'?? o ?
Hubert X. Gi y, Esquire
Supreme C I.D. No. 29943
Broujos Gilroy, P.C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 243-4574
(Attorney for Plaintiffs)
EXHIBIT B
10/2512085 15:41 7177327810 E45TFENNS8MT%P PAGE 0- E.
+lE?RO .,a HARRISBURG AREA; PoLICB INPbRMATTON 12ESOL'RC6 SYSTF t { rt'RIPTtC)
:?AG3; e 2 08 /24 /05 NFJCl EPB2
-INC#. SPE 70 35030.0318 DT,TM:=:.;2005 03 18 1830
------ ----------------------------
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-
.RSPORT
NO ----------- --
14 SP SUPPIAMEXV-AL
----------------------------
M .
STATUS : o
---
------------ 'FTGMMS FOR THIS CASE:
--nM TOTAL ~LOGS
YEAR 2000....$jj.$s5.79 + $9480.56 $59346.35
2041.....$7$59.82 + $9892.87 a $67552.69
2002.. - ...................$45S02.62
2'043:.. .:........ .....$53360.80
2dOQ..•$?3:?i$3.78 + $1251.98 a $72835.76
2003.... . .......... .....$1?300.57'
altw tI' TAL Qf.;FLOSS... ..... , ... $315798.79
LEIS Cl-MCK 0434,:.('STOP FAY)MM BY DAVIS) $4350.57 AM HECK
#4409 (RElbobo:M TO DAVIS BY VMN6Y'1.VANIA STATE BANK $6000.00.
RSSTITMI6,1'AIK''TO: DAVIS PJLMONARY IS. - .$305428.22
PENNA. STATE BANK ...$6000.00
iTi?0.3- -- "? '""'^'"a flrtrsrnaieav FROM:7 1 7732781 9 POE
6tiT6 £9L LTL=QI AHVNOWInA QTAWe? rm...r ...
icy'^5I;aas 15 a. '1"32?6:e E-A5 =EUrG6vROTwp 0,,
-r-.E us
METRO THE It-WRISBIM0 AREA POLICB nIFORWrION RBSOCRCE SYSTEM (ICRIPINC)
?AGE: 1.6 05/12 /,?5 MJC1 EPH8
1Z1C#: SP3 20050300316 DTFTK; 2005 03 19 1830
----------------------- --•. J:I------------ .. ------------------------------------
REPORT NO : 09 SP SUPPLBXF.01'fAt STATUS : O
_
LOC, GRID: CBN-,tR ST 01£63 __ ---'CAMP HTLL - - -PA 0010
REPORT O?F: 1612 MICHARG. J COTTON 04/27/05 2310 PLAT: SECT: D
VEM INFO: INS, OUT: I LIGHT: WEA'TIM.: TEMP: F
ASSIGN OFF: 00/00/00 DOTE:
. ;PWV OFF: 1603 S'TMkP.T A SPENCER 00/00/00
Gv . HANDBK: PCCD V/W PoRm; --KM MAT FORM: BXT Si tEi) DOC :
S$C..SURVEY UEFERR PROSS(jf t: LEA m FOR. HEAR: STMT / CONFESS:
ST.'S) • FaFMTHBR 'NmaOrs: CRwM smolm: WARRANT:
,vot ;OAT L'P: Y RSC ASSIGN-'.V0. D NCIC CRTM MIST: N CM PROP DAM:
Y"R.1999 'I,OS3R.3
NONE REPORTED..
16-25-65 14:47 YO:DAVIB PULMONARY FROM:7177327819 564
TT!bNd Ebt6 09L LTL=QT AHVNOWTRd STAVC TO;VT SO-St-TT
10/25 20x5 15:41 7111"32:318 E:+aTPENNSBO?^T).P P43E 0-
METRO THE i?ARRISBURG AREA Pd:uZCE I:3FGFMATI,,)N RESOURCE 5YSS J 13f G5 CM,3C1pEPE3
PACE.: 1.5
TNC#: £PE 20050300318 D^_, N- 2.00S 0'1$-1930
__-------------------------------
REP _ No - . _ 08 SP - - QCTPPLE?fEd?'1'AL- - - - - - - - ?Ip•I'L7S :v
o-RT ..__- ---------------------------
CENTER ST- r-------013&3 -- CAMP 14.1 LL PA 0010
I,OC, GRID: 04/27/05 2253 ?LXT: SECT: D
1t$,PQRi OFA: 1622 MICHAEL. 3.C`OTTGN
INFO : jNs. ouT . I LIGHT : WEATHER : TEMP :
v=-19 00/00/00 DUE.
ASSXGN OFF: 00/00/00
APFROV OFP; 1603 STUART. A 9PEWER
, j HANDBK: PCCD V/W.pom. !)OM RELAT FORM: EXT SIGNED DOC:
DA M VOR NEAR: STMT /• CONFESS-
Ac SURVEY : DEk'ERR PR.Q3BCUI : CR.:M 3L1M1" Ns : WARRALQT -
ARREST (S) : FURTHER A'RR88TS
F'OLLM UP; Y FMC ASSIGN 'TO D NCIC CR_M HIST: N ^IT`t PROP DAM_
YEAR 2000 LOSSES
Cit #1360 111$12000 .$2828.51 MIC)M'LLE HOLTZAPPLE ???
CK #14718 3029/2000 $315x.00 CAPITAL
CK #1482 4/05•%2004 $5900.00 UIC' "REAL SERVICES „-ORP.
CK. #1524 . 4/2tZi000• $5395.28 HWA
CPC #1546 S/1.?i2.000 $2312.72 M
CK #1556 5/' 0/?000 $5799.09 UNIWWA: CARD SERVICE-
CT' #1562 5/i4/2400 $2923.61 DISCOVER
CK x}1635 6116f4000 $2500.00 DISCOVER
CR. #1636 7/03.'/2000 $3246.68 TMS
CK #].$26 10/Q2/2000 $3981.23 CITIRMK
CK..#1894 12/07/2000' $2179.77 CITIBANK
Ck• #1937 .12/13•/2000 $3000.00 DISCOVER
TOTAL YSAR LO3St.2000...$43315.79
THIS OFFICER . IV$D SEVERAL MORE CHECK FROM YM 2000 THAT
DR. DAVIS HAS•:;FLAa= AS FRAUDULENT.
CK• #177S 09/,25/•2040 $1350.03 MICHELLE X0l.,T7,APPLE ????
CK #1692 06/03/2000 $1200.00 CITIBAM
.?.,. c V11? mrttAnv 7rROMl:T177327816 P63
IT/30d 6bIE ESL L14=CI AUVNOKlnd SIAV'C Z0:VT SO-ST-IS
10:`".SI i?35 IS: 4:1 71777327812 c4STPENNSPAkOTt?F Pc;E i7=•
METRO T14E HARRISBURG ILO. ..POLICE INFORMATION RESOURCE SYSTEM (ICRIPINC)
.FAOE: 14 05/13/OS MCC1 3FS8
INC#: EPE 20050300318 D^,.',TM:•, 2005 03 19 1930
REPG12T NO -------------------------- 07 Sid SUPPLEZw A'? _ - - - _ - - _ STATUS : O
------_-_------------------- ------ ------------------------------------------
LOC, GRID: CENTER ST 01863 CAMP HILL PA 0010
PiRpQRT OFF. 1612 MICHA Xi J COTTON 04/27/OS 2205 PLAT: SECT: D
%w INFO : 2NS , oln : X TIGHT . WEATHER.- TEMP : F
'ASSIGN OFF. 00/00/00 D,JE:
A ROV OFF: 1.003 ST-tWT ,..A SPENCER 00%00/04
CV mmBK; PCCD V/W FORWi: DOM RELAT FORM: EXT SIGNED DOC:
SSC . SLlR'0'EY . DE PERk PROSECW- : DA REQ FOR REAR : STt?RT / COVFlSS :
,'ARREST ( S) : P RTHER. 14p.R818ts : CRim ST?fi?lONS : WARRANT :
FOIL(w 'CUP: Y REC ASSIC$?:°fi0: D• NcT-- CRIM H23T: N CITY PROP DAM:
-X?UA 2001. LoSSEs
CK #1964
cx #2.463
CR: #2003
CK #2004
CK #2062
Cat #21:11
CK #2113
CK 4216.9
CK42258
CK" #2226
CK A2204
CK X2284
CX #2355
CK , #x.354
cx' 0395
CEi #2442
CK #24#3
CK #2497
CK'#2555
CK #2-t$4
.1/4.6/2001 $1143.94
yf 12YO0.0. $3000.00
2f20.t;0.01 $4000.00
2 ?l 2661 $1200.00
3/13/,2601 $6000.00
'.4/0912001 $487.73
4/102001 $4000.00
s/Q??Ix?o1' $5000.00
?/il/2:001 $6004.00
6./6.5/1001. $4229.52
6/411/2.001 $1800.00
7/.12/2001 $2000.00
8/2.0 '3-Q01 $6000.00
8/xa/2461 000.00
9/2-W-IaOl $1336.89
10./2-`7/2001 $2000.00
10/11/2001 $996.50
:1113.6/2•6,01 $3500.00
12.11702001 $363.14
12117/2001 $4100.00
DISCOVER
CITIBANK
DISCOV81t
CITIBANK.
DX scovaR
CITIBMK
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
DISCOVER
CITI CARDS
DISCOVER
CITI CARDS
CITI CARDS
DISCOVER
CITI CARDS
DISCOVER
CITI CARDS
DISCOVER
TOTAL LOSS 9AR•,2001...$576SP.82
I ti90d __ ••,••"•,,? rron?r r,?7.2?TRt A PA7
6bi6E9L LiL=Q1 AUVNOMlnd SIAVC L9'bt SO-ST-TT
:0/25-'2005 15:41 71" 327310 EAS T FnP -cKF.C a PAGE 01
?'mo MM AMRTSRLT:G AR-VA. POLICE alFORMATION RESOURCE SYSTPM (2CRIPINC)
,PAGE: 13 05/13/05 MSCl Ef8$
'4C#: EPS 2CO50300318 DT,TM'....2005 03 18 1830
_ _
REPORT Nn.. 06 SP. XRP __.» - - - STATUS, 0
--
~LOC. GRID: TCE?'Pi'A?R. ST •0186.3 - - CAMP FILL . PFD 0010
:REPORT OOP : 1612 MICHAEL +r CO :TON 04/27/05 2147 PLAT: SECT: D
VrH I:ZPG: I s,ovT: I Llt',HT: WSATIMR: TEMP: F
ASSIGN-OFF- 00/00/00 DUDE:
Rvml?bv OFF: 16J3 STi71,I-T ;.A SPWCZR 00100/00
CV EANDSK. PCm V/W .0otM DOM RELAT FORM : EXT S I MM I OC
S$G'SE3RVEY: OEM= PRQO DA REQ FOR HEAR: STMT / CONFESS;
.Ait_?MST (S) : RDR' mk. CRF.N sawnS: WARRANT:
ot4 .OW UP: Y R sc, A8ax0r:7-x0.: D NCTC CRIM HIST: N CITY PROP DAM:
YpRR 2002 LOSSM.
CK :#2606 lllt,/2"OOZ $650.00 CITI CARDS
C'K .#261y 7:/14/ '2 .$6500.00 DISCOM
CK ;#2684 3/1.14.0'2. -$5800.00 DISCOVER
GK #9893 .6f 1/3'002 $500.00 CITI CARDS
CK #2.890 6; 27 02. $6500,00 D23CC,VER
CK ;'#2963 712$1'2-00x $7652.90 CITY CARDS
CK 42962' 7/2Sf*;lP42- $4980.72 DISCOVER
-K #2941 7"58 dbaz $4000,.00 DISCOVER
C:K #2939 /i ly442 $3000.00 CXTZ CARDS
CK -#313.8 111:202:002 $4000.00 CITI CARDS
CX 43139 tS1zp'+2D:D2 $1000..00 DISCOVER
'IOTA' LOSS A 10t.'-.4,602-645583.92
19-2565 14:46 TO: DAV I S PULMONARY
FROM-7177327816 PA1
IT;40d GV16 09L LTL-QI AUVNOW7Pd SIAVC Z6:tT 59-9T-TT
10/25-1, 20@5 15: 34 7177327810 -_AS-TPENNSBOROTlilP PA =- 01
2!tL3'RO THE NAR ISBtIRt3'r' 1' Y+ZCB IN=RMA•TIGN RESOURCE SYSTEM i ICRIP111
:PAGE: 12 05/13/05 MJC1 EPEE
3C#.: EPE 20 Q803003J 8 I'iT?!i . $O S 03 10 1830
----
--------- ------------
nPTORT NO OS SP -SuPP 7?L STATUS - 0
- ------------
yLOC; GRID:
---------
CENM' 5 r _-
-018$3---------
----- CAMP HILL PA 0010
REPORT. OFF:
. 1612 '1KSCKML'. -' ...?r COTTON 04/25/05 2320 PLAT: SECT: D
-
v3H . SNFO : TI(C OUT : I LIGh : WEATH8R : ': EMP : F
'ASSIST OPP 00/00/00 DUR.
APPROV• O'FF: 1504 TODD M SASHOIRB 00/40/00
*I1x TtAh'DRR : PCCD : V/W F '• DOM :PLAT FORM : EXT . S I uGN= DOC :
;SEC SURVEY : MARK P DA REQ FOR HEM: STMT / CONFrS S :
•ARIMS'T (S)- : tuRm$ AItR S : •. CRIM SiW4= : WARRANT :
', -p0L-LLW. UP : Y .. R$C A"Z.C#; 'D: NCIC GRIM KIST: N CITY PROP DAM :
YZ1 X 2003:- LL ii
CK #329;8 003 $2500.00 CITI CARDS
CK*.'#327.3 '. 2/ 1 Oda; .4336.0.80 G$ CAPI AL
CK.';#3318. 3/x 1 2 A'3 ; $3000.00 DISCaM'
C!t •.#?356 ..03003 :
, :$3000.00 CITI CARDS
CK #3404 •
. S."). `? $5500.40 CITI CARDS
5
CI6? #s4.Z $f `, -4003 -•. . $500.00 • DISCcWMk
.
C!4 #3 451 / 2043'
5 $5000..00 CITI' C?1RDS
cX43.453 ,
.
6'I.:x e03 42000.00 DISCOVER
CR #3541 'T$ 21ao-3.. $5504.00 CITI CARDS
CK' #350? VA:tS?F Q3. $2000.00 , DISCOV R
Cx.J3558. .. ' 8:f• 2Cn3 . $5500. oo CITT CAZtDs
C9 43539: • .$500.00 DISCOVER
K-#364:6 •' 003 $5000.00' CtTI CARDS
CK '0364-7; .• :9/.311 20.03 - *$2000.00, DISCOVER
CR..#366'2 14•/Z$f260: $200.0:00 DISCOVER
C8: 316 ? alt 003 :$2000.00 CM CARDS
ci.;#3.44 $1000.00 CITI CApns
CF:`#37.42 12•f2:43'. $1000.00 DISCOVER
TOTAL 7483 Y3W 200.3 - .. $53360.80
i if863 6bt6 £9L L1L=QI?vn nM 7 1 '77^, 9•TQ 1 6 DR I
AHVNOHlnd S IAVC 00 : b t SO 91-IT
' - , 1^ CS 15:25 17 , s_ e' FA:-;1PFFCSRlR.n7j
I'm7RN0 THE HART! ISPURG ARB11 POLZCM IWORMATION RESOLIRC.E 3Y.ST" i I.CRTP.TZ7C)
PAGE: A ng:13/.)5 MJC1 EP88
.:NC'#: EPE 20OR0200310 U'S,'im, 2005 ()1 'R 7830
REPCIAT INTO : 01 ZC T217TIAL CRIME STATUE 1
-- - - r - - - -- . . ST.C D-BY^HOLTZA.nPLIE -W/A.CCT ?#5429180512110088 IN THE -,4M40 - -
CK #4347 DATE.. 1/10/2005 AMOUNT $6750.00 PAYABLE TO CT71 RZ5
..SICiiQEI?. BY HOLTZAPPLE W/A.CCr 954241805122.10088 IN RE MWO
C=C #4409 L1?sTE -2/24/2005 AMD=r $6000.00 PAYAAZ?E TO CITI ,:AIDS
. S2C$iBD BY fIOL1'ZAPPLd: W/ACCT #5424180512110086 IN THE MV40
*.X #4434 DATE -3s 15/2005 AMOMiT OF $4350.50 PAYABLE TO DISCOVER
CARD ...SIMM 'B:; H0L'1'3APPL8 W/AZCT#6011002060365244 IN THE M R10.
DAMS vw Hi9 0172 WSN7 THROD H TIE 2004 STAT73MrrS AND
DISCOVmm--THA'I' :TIm WSRS NOMmus INSTANCES -OF STJSPICIOUS
CHECKS. THSSE•: ff. ` ..880X6' . WERE SIGH BY THE SUSPECT AM THEIR
A0G'LMWrAT=tx,.-.l OOVf5M BY WaTE OUT. THU POLLOWING WERE
?DBRTIFISD AS 'l. hk 7 MINT .
YEAR 2.004'
CK. 3.786 '.1/2311. 064 $.1000.00 DISCOVER CARD
CK :3605. 1120:12004 •$4500.00 . CITI CARDS
C1C 3805 `1/26/$ 4!0 .$144#.7$ D8T1 PREPERREA ACCOW
CK 3825 1/2.4/2604 •$1000.00 DISCOVER CAD
CK 3827 1/30I20.04 • '53000.00 CITI CARD
C'AC 385.6 ' 2f 26'j.30•d4 $90.0.00 DISCOVER
CK 3865 2/2713004 $4000.00 CITI 'CARDS
CIt .3939 #/3Q f•,•2004 $410'00.00 CIT'. CARDS
CX 3359 .4/15/4064 -$1000.00 DISCOVER
CK 14031 6/11/,26t 4' $5000.00 CITI CARDS
CK 4432 6/iiWi- 04: $3000.00 DISCOVER
CK.4101 7/1512:Ofl4 $3000.00 DISCOVER
C'K 41.00 7./15/2'064 $5000.00 CITL CARDS
CIC 4127 8,13/004 .$3000.00 CITE CARDS
CK 4126 8/13/41064 $5150.00 DISCOVER
CK 4142 8/27/•2;•6'84 $5100.00 CITI CARDS
CF,. 4182 5/15/2604 $4800.00 DISCOVER
CK •4205 16/01/2604 •$5490.00 CITI ' CARDS
CK 4254 7./28/3"0.04 $3.549.00 DISC0M
CK 42SS 10/29./2.064 $2500.00 CITI CARDS
c:K 4282 11/29'2:004 $5.150.OC C-TI CARDS
TOTAL YEAR •LOSS-2004....$715B3.78
I6-25-85 14:41
TO:DAGIS PULM03ARY
FAOM:717732?SIG P02
TT/60d 6bT6 09L ZTL-11 AHVNOWlnd STndQ E@:•5T SO--ST-TT
13125/-ne•S .5:35 :177327510 EASTPENNSBOROT''4P P<:iE
[tiNETRO THE u RISBURG .ILM PGLT_C lV. ?QT4&TION RESOURCE SYSTEM ? I?IPINC)
PAGE: 21 05/13/;)5 MJc- EPBS
`INC#: $PH 20050303'l.8 DT,'':MI 2005 03 :8 1930
-------------------------
REPORT 90 : 04SP SJPp--sEM Y`AL- ;>TATUS : O
-7
L---CC G1tTD:'CE2TI1YSTy ---- -. -Oi>363 - - CAMP HILL PA 0010
R9FQRT- OFF: 2612 MICRAR:. 3 COTTON 04/25/05 2312 PLAT: SECT- D
"m INFO : INS, OUT : I L IQ-1T : VMTFJ R : TP.MP : F
ASSIGN QPF: 00/00/00 017E:
'APPRQV OFP: 1604 TODD !l BASHORE 00/00/00
cv ximsx : PcCD V/tW.pm, DOM RBLAT FORM : EXT 314MD DOC :
SEC SURVEY: DEF'ERR Pk08*MTa DA REQ POR HEAR: STMT ! CONFESS:
ALUM T (S) : Fcm.rp.m Akaxa''m : CRI14. SUMMONS : WARRANT :
f.OLLGW UP : Y REC ASS C@1: TQ : 0• NCIC aLTM HIST : 'N CITY r ROP DAyi :
YEM .2005
CK #4347 1/1.4/20105 $5750.00 CITI CARDS
CK #4409 2/•24*/2.005 $5000.00 CITI CARDS
CK #44334 3/15{•2005. $4350.57 DISCOVER
TOTAL LOSS. YEAR 2005...$1'7100.57
18-25-&5 14:41 TO:DAVIS PU] MONAPA
FRCM:7177327815 P93
11"074 StI6 £94 LTL=QT A?IVNOwlna SIAVC tG:VT SS-97-TT
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EXHIBIT C
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL DIVISION
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C. CASE NUMBER: 2005-3242
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.
Plaintiffs,
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE
Defendants.
AFFIDAVIT OF STEPHEN DAVIS, M.D.
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA )
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CUMBERLAND COUNTY )
I, Stephen Davis, M.D., of full age, being duly sworn according to law, deposes and says:
1. I am a plaintiff in the above-captioned action and I am the president of Davis
Pulmonary Associates, P.C. ("DPA") and am authorized to testify on its behalf.
2. I hired Michelle Holtzapple in 1993 to be the office manager and to maintain the
books of DPA. Her duties included paying DPA bills and managing the office. Accordingly,
Ms. Holtzapple had access to the DPA - Pennsylvania State Bank bank account.
3. DPA and myself placed a great deal of trust in Ms. Holtzapple. At no time was
she permitted to pay her own bills or write checks payable to herself from the DPA bank
account.
4. Ms. Holtzapple abused that trust. Over a five and a half-year period, Ms.
Holtzapple stole $315,778.79
5. Ms. Holtzapple actively concealed her theft by making double entries into our
accounting program, doctoring statements from our bank account and by lying to me on multiple
occasions.
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6. Ms. Holtzapple took advantage of my failing health. She stole money from DPA
while I was fighting vocal chord cancer and while I was recovering from hip-replacement
surgery.
7. I confronted Ms. Holtzapple concerning the missing funds. She lied to me and
assured me that she had not been taking any money from DPA. Ms. Holtzapple actively
concealed this theft from DPA and myself.
8. After a reasonable inquiry into the missing funds, on March 18, 2005, I
terminated Ms. Holtzapple's employment and then filed a police report against Ms. Holtzapple.
Subsequently she was arrested and plead guilty to theft by deception for the funds that she stole.
9. As part of her sentencing, Ms. Holtzapple has paid back to DPA $18,904.24 in
restitution.
10. As a direct result of her active concealment and the theft of the funds, DPA
incurred an additional $17,996.02 in consequential damages.
11. Currently, a principal balance of $146,874.55 remains due and owing of the
original principal.
12. Ms. Holtzapple also owes interest in the amount of $112,051.72.
13. Accordingly, Davis is seeking entry of judgment against Ms. Holtzapple in the
amount of $276,923.28.
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EXHIBIT D
COMMONWEALTH
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
OTN: H929688-4
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CP-21-CR-1542-2005
CHARGES: (1) THEFT BY DECEPTION
AFFIANT: PTL. MICHAEL COTTON
IN RE: DEFENDANT PLEADS GUILTY
Proceedings held before the
HONORABLE EDGAR B. BAYLEY, J.,
Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pennsylvania,
on October 18, 2005,
in Courtroom Number Two.
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(Whereupon, the following proceedings
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MR. DAILEY: Number 171, Commonwealth versus
Michelle Holtzapple. Defendant's going to be pleading
guilty to Count 1, theft by deception, graded as a felony of
the third degree, carrying a maximum $15,000.00 fine and a
maximum possible seven years imprisonment.
Facts. The defendant was an office manager
for a Davis Pulmonary Associates, a medical practice located
in East Pennsboro Township. As manager, the defendant had
access and authorization to write checks to pay for the
practice's bills.
Since starting in the year 2000 and
continuing through March of 2005, the defendant
systematically wrote checks on the practice's account to pay
her own personal debt without permission or authorization of
Dr. Davis who was battling cancer and related health
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The defendant was taking money from the
practice to pay a personal City Bank Discovery and other
credit card bills that she had run up. Since January 18th
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THE COURT: Does your client wish to plead
guilty as indicated?
MR. THOMAS: Yes, Your Honor.
THE COURT: Did you sign a rights form,
ma'am?
THE DEFENDANT: Yes, sir.
THE COURT: Any questions regarding your
rights?
THE DEFENDANT: No, sir.
THE COURT: It is a felony of the third
degree. The maximum penalty is seven years imprisonment and
a fine. Sentencing is at my discretion. If you stole this
money, took it with the intent to deprive the true owner of
it permanently, that is theft by deception. Do you admit
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THE DEFENDANT: Yes, sir.
THE COURT: I'll accept the plea. Enter this
order. Defendant having appeared and tendered a plea of
guilty to Count 1, theft by deception, a felony of the third
degree, the plea is accepted in full satisfaction of all
charges at this term and number. A presentence
investigation is ordered. Defendant is ordered to appear
for sentencing on Tuesday, January 10, 2006, at 1:30 p.m.
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MR. THOMAS: Your Honor, just for the record,
restitution in the amount of $150,000.00 has been paid as of
about two months ago.
THE COURT: One hundred and fifty of it has
been paid back?
MR. THOMAS: Yes.
THE COURT: Good. The more progress on that
the better shape she will be in.
MR. THOMAS: Thank you, Judge.
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CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that the proceedings are
contained fully and accurately in the notes taken by me on
the above cause and that this is a correct transcript of
same.
Pamela R. Sheaffer
Official Court Reporter 00
The foregoing record of the proceedings on
the hearing of the within matter is hereby approved and
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COMMONWEALTH. IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CP-21-CR-1542-2005
CHARGES: (1) THEFT BY DECEPTION
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
OTN: H929688-4 AFFIANT: PTL. MICHAEL COTTON
IN RE: DEFENDANT PLEADS GUILTY
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 18th day of October, 2005, defendant
having appeared and tendered a plea of guilty to Count 1, theft
by deception, a felony of the third degree, the plea is accepted
in full satisfaction of all charges at this term and number. A
presentence investigation is ordered. Defendant is ordered to
appear for sentencing on Tuesday, January 10, 200..6-,.,at 1:30 p.m.
By the Court,
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John.C. Dailey, Esquire
Assistant District Attorney
R.. Mark Thomas, Esquire
For Defendant
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MICHELLE A., HOLTZAPPLE
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CP-21-CR-1542-2005 CRIMINAL
GUILTY PLEA COLLOQUY
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PUNISHMENT
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PLEA OF DEFENDANT
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The Defendant, being advised of the offense(s) charged in the information(s) and of
Defendant's rights, hereby in open court enters a plea of to
the charge(s) of:
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Attorney for the Defendant
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EXHIBIT E
COMMONWEALTH IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V. CP-21-CR-1542-2005
CHARGES: (1) THEFT BY DECEPTION
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
OTN: H929688-4 AFFIANT: PTL. MICHAEL COTTON
IN RE: SENTENCE
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 10th day of January, 2006, being in
receipt of a presentence investigation, you are sentenced to a
period of Restrictive Intermediate Punishment for 60 months with
one year to be served in the Work Release Program in the
Cumberland County Prison to which you are committed. The
balance to be served under supervision by the Cumberland County
Probation Office subject to the following Restorative Sanctions:
1. Pay the costs of prosecution.
2. Make remaining restitution to Dr. Stephen. Davis in
the amount of $145,429.22, Erie Insurance Company in the amount
of $10,000.00, and to Pennsylvania State Bank in the amount of
$6,000.00.
3. Participate in and complete any recommended
evaluation and treatment.
By the Court
ar B. Bayley, J.
John C. Dailey, Esquire
Senior Assistant District Attorney
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
For Defendant
Probation Victim Witness
CCP Sheriff
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EXHIBIT F
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M. D., DOCKET NO. 05-3242
Plaintiffs :
V. CIVIL ACTION - LAW & EQUITY
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MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND "
GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
ANSWER TO COMPLAINT
AND NOW, comes Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, by and through her counsel,
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire, and files this answer to the complaint as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted in part. Denied in part. Although, Defendant's permanent residence is
as stated, she is temporarily staying at 1100 Claremont Road, Carlisle,
Pennsylvania, and is scheduled to remain there until January 10; 2007.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. Admitted.
7. Admitted.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted.
10. Admitted.
It. Admitted.
12. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Davis so informed Michelle
A. Holtzapple that she would not thereafter be signing checks as drawer/maker,
but it is denied that this, in fact, happened since Davis continued to rely upon
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, to draw, make and sign checks.
13. Denied for the reasons stated above.
14. Admitted in part. Denied as to the implication that Gary Holtzapple knew of
these transactions.
15. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Michelle A. Holtzapple
transferred and converted Plaintiff's property to Michelle A. Holtzapple.
However, to the extent that this allegation implies that Defendant, Gary
Holtzapple, was aware of these transfers and conversions, said implication is
denied.
16. Denied. Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, is without sufficient knowledge,
information or belief to either affirm or deny the amount set forth in this
allegation and, therefore, same is denied and strict proof thereof demanded at time
of trial.
17. Admitted in part. It is admitted only that Michelle A. Holtzapple concealed her
actions from Plaintiffs. The balance of this allegation is a conclusion of law to
which no responsive pleading is required.
18. Denied. Michelle A. Holtzapple is without sufficient knowledge, information or
belief to determine on what date Davis learned that she was continuing to sign
checks as drawer/maker on the account in question and therefore strict proof
thereof is demanded at time of trial. And further, Davis knew that Defendant,
Michelle A. Holtzapple, continued to sign checks from December 2, 2002, until
her last day of work.
19. Admitted.
20. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
21. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
22. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Michelle A. Holtzapple
committed the actions as alleged, but to the extent that this allegation
characterizes those actions on her behalf said characterizations are denied.
23. Admitted only in that Plaintiff lost the use of funds, the exact amount of which is
unknown to Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple.
24. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
25. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
26. Denied. Following reasonable investigation, Michelle A. Holtzapple is without
sufficient knowledge, information or belief to either affirm or deny this allegation
and, therefore, same is denied.
27. Admitted.
28. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Defendants have reimbursed
Plaintiffs the sum of $154,000.00, but it is denied that this is the total amount paid
since Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, has made additional restitution
payments since her date of sentence on January 10, 2006.
29. Admitted that Plaintiffs are entitled to reimbursement, but it is denied that the
amounts shown here are accurate.
30. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required, and, therefore, same is denied.
31. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required, and, therefore, same is denied.
32. Admitted.
COUNT I - FRAUD
33. Answers 1 through 32, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
34. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in favor of Plaintiffs and against
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, but only in the amount remaining due and
outstanding as of the date judgment is entered. With respect to consequential damages,
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, prays that this Honorable Court will enter judgment
in favor of Defendant and against Davis.
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COUNT II - CONVERSION - COMMON LAW
35. Answers 1 through 34, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
36. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT III - BREACH OF FIDUCIARY DUTY
37. Answers 1 through 36, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
38. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
39. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive. pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
40. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
41. Denied. Defendant is without sufficient knowledge, information or belief to
either affirm or deny this allegation and, therefore, same is denied and strict proof
thereof demanded at time of trial.
42. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT IV - BREACH OF EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
43. Answers 1 through 42, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
44. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
45. Denied. It is denied that there was an employment contract as such is defined in
Pennsylvania law. Defendant was an employee-at-will, who was compensated for
performing the duties assigned to her.
46. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
47. Denied Defendant is without sufficient knowledge, information or belief to
either affirm or deny this allegation and, therefore, same is denied and strict proof
thereof demanded at time of trial.
48. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT V - STATUTORY ACTION FOR FRAUDULENT TRANSFER
PURSUANT TO PA UNIFORM FRAUDULENT TRANSFER ACT
(12 Pa.C.S. § 5101 et seq.)
49. Answers 1 through 48, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
50. Denied. All assets owned by Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, that were
owned either in her own right or jointly with Defendant, Gary Holtzapple,
remained as they were held prior to the conversion.
51. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and; therefore, same is denied.
52. Denied. While it has been admitted that Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple,
transferred Plaintiffs' property for her benefit. It is denied that it was done so
with the intent to hinder, delay or defraud Plaintiffs or with the intent of
concealing or placing Plaintiffs' assets out of the reach of Plaintiffs.
53. (i-ii) Denied. These allegations are denied as stated to the extent that Plaintiffs
believe this allegation. Defendant demands proof at time of trial.
54. Denied. Defendant has no knowledge of an alleged transfer of assets to an
insider for any of the reasons set forth by Plaintiffs and demands strict proof
thereof at time of trial.
55. Denied. Defendant has no knowledge of an alleged transfer of assets to an insider
for any of the reasons set forth by Plaintiffs and demands strict proof thereof at
time of trial.
56. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this
count.
COUNT VI - BREACH OF IMPLIED CONTRACT
57. Answers 1 through 56, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
58. Denied. It is denied that the parties had an employment contract, but rather
Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, was an employee at will who could be
terminated from her employment at any time and could quit at any time without
reason. The implied duty of good faith and fair dealing is a principal that applies
to contracts between merchants, which this was not.
59. Denied. This allegation is denied for the same reasons as set forth in Paragraph
58.
60. Admitted in part. Denied in part. It is admitted that Plaintiff has incurred
damages as a result of the conduct of Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple. It is
denied that those damages flow from a breach of her duty of good faith and fair
dealing for the reasons set forth above. Further, Defendant is without sufficient
knowledge, information, or belief to either affirm or deny the amounts set forth in
this allegation and , therefore, same is denied and strict proof thereof demanded at
time of trial.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this count.
COUNT VII - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P. C. and Stephen J. David. M. D. Y. Michelle A. Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
61. Answers 1 through 60, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
62. Admitted.
63. Denied. Whatever unreimbursed funds are outstanding, they are no longer in the
possession of Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, and, therefore, it is denied that
she holds them in a constructive trust for Plaintiffs benefit.
64. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
65. Admitted in part. Denied in part. While it is admitted that Defendant, Michelle
A. Holtzapple, has not repaid all monies to Plaintiffs, Defendant, Michelle A.
Holtzapple, has paid additional funds which reduce the amounts claimed by
Plaintiffs in this paragraph.
66. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
67. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this count.
COUNT VIII - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P. C. and Stephen J. David. M. D. v Michelle A. Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
68. Answers 1 through 67, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
69. Admitted.
70. Admitted in part. Denied in part. While it is admitted that Defendant, Michelle
A. Holtzapple, could be unjustly enriched if allowed to retain Plaintiff's funds, it
is denied that the unjust enrichment amounts to $161,778.79, and it is also denied
that the consequential damages could be considered unjust enrichment to Michelle
A. Holtzapple.
71. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
72. Denied. This allegation is a conclusion of law to which no responsive pleading is
required and, therefore, same is denied.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to direct judgment be entered in her favor and against Plaintiffs on this count.
COUNT IX - CONSTRUCTIVE TRUST
Davis Pulmonary Associates. P. C. and Stephen J. Davis, M. D v. Gary Holtzapple
(in the alternative)
73. Answers I through 72, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
74.-81. These allegations pertain to a Defendant other than Defendant, Michelle A.
Holtzapple, and, therefore, no responsive pleading is required.
COUNT X - UNJUST ENRICHMENT
(in the alternative)
82. Answers 1 through 81, above, are incorporated herein by reference as though fully
set forth at length.
81-84. These allegations pertain to a Defendant other than Defendant, Michelle A.
Holtzapple, and, therefore, no responsive pleading is required.
Respectfully submitted,
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R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
Supreme Court ID No. 41301
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 796-2100
Attorney for Defendant,
Michelle A. Holtzapple
VERIFICATION
I, MICHELLE A. HOLT7A.PPLE, hereby verify that the statements made in the foregoing
Answer To Complaint '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.
MIC ELLS &AHMOLTZ&
DATED:--???
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, R. Mark Thomas, Esquire, hereby certify that I have served a true and Corr
the within document on the followin ect copy of
g persons by depositing a true and correct copy of the same
in the U.S. Mail at Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, First Class Postage pre-paid, addressed to:
Hubert X. Gilroy, Esquire
Broujos & Gilroy, P. C.
4 North Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
David J. Foster, Esquire
Costopoulos, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P. O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043
Dated: June 9, 2006
R. Mark Thomas, Esq.
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Randolph C. Reliford, Esquire hereby certify that on this z7 day of February, 2009, 1
served a true and correct copy of our Motion for Partial Summary Judgment against Michele
Holtzapple and Memorandum of Law in support thereof via regular U.S. Mail upon the
following:
David J. Foster, Esqurie
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
andolph C. Reliford, Esquire
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PRAECIPE FOR LISTING CASE FOR ARGUMENT
(Must be typewritten and submitted in duplicate)
TO THE PROTHONOTARY OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY: (List the within matter for the next
Argument Court.)
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CAPTION OF CASE
(entire caption must be stated in full)
Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis, M.D., 1863 Center Street,
Camp Hill,Cumberland County, PA 17011
V5.
Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzappl?s, 193 Atlanthia Lane, Etters, York
County, PA 17 319
No. 2005-3242 Civil Term
1. State matter to be argued (i.e., plaintiffs motion for new trial, defendant's demurrer to
complaint, etc.):
Plaintiffs' Motion for Partial Summary Judgment against Michelle Holtzapple
2. Identify all counsel who will argue cases:
(a) for plaintiffs:
Anthony P. Tabasso/Randolph C. Reliford
(Name and Address)
Klehr, Harrison, Harvey, Branzburg & Ellers, LLP, 260 S. Broad St., Phila.,
(b) for defendants: PA 19102
David J. Foster, Esq., 831 Market Street, P.O. Box 2229 Lemoyne, PA 17043
(Name and Address)
R. Mark yhomas, Esq.., 101 S. Market St., Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
3. 1 will notify all parties in writing within two days that this case has been listed for
argument.
4. Argument Court Date:
T,.-. Z 9nno
Attorneyfor Plaintiffs
Date: April 17, 2009
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Two copies of all briefs must be filed with the COURT ADMINISTRATOR
(not the Prothonotary) before argument.
2. The moving party shall file and serve their brief 12 days prior to argument.
3. The responding party shall file their brief 5 days prior to argument.
4. If argument is continued new briefs must be filed with the COURT
ADMINISTRATOR (not the Prothonotary) after the case is relisted.
Ranaolph C. Reliford
Print your name
C.A' AL ._
FILE .1",wf °Ir-
OF THE
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DAVIS PULMONARY IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
ASSOCIATES, P.C., and CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 05-3242 CIVIL
VS.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
and GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
IN RE: PLAINTIFFS' MOTION FOR PARTIAL SUMMARY JUDGMENT
BEFORE HESS AND EBERT, J.J.
ORDER
AND NOW, this 17' day of June, 2009, the motion of the plaintiffs for partial
summary judgment as to the defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, is GRANTED with respect to
the principal amount owed as reflected by the records of the Clerk of Courts Office. The
remainder of the plaintiffs' motion for partial summary judgment is DENIED.
BY THE COURT,
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Hess, J.
./ Anthony P. Tabasso, Esquire
For the Plaintiffs
Z-'R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
For Defendant Michelle Holtzapple
/avid J. Foster, Esquire
For Defendant Gary Holtzapple
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OF 'P-Er-
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BY: ANTHONY P. TABASSO, ESQUIRE Li l0 FL ., c 2 k '? ; w +
ATTORNEY I.D. NO. 80851
1835 MARKET STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 568-6060 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiff,
V.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants.
No. 2005-3242
PRAECIPE TO ENTER JUDGMENT
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly enter a judgment against defendant Michelle Holtzapple in. the above-captioned matter
pursuant to Court Orders dated January 10, 2006 and June 17, 2009, copies of which are attached
hereto.
You are hereby directed to assess damages against defendant Michelle A. Holtzapple in the
amount of $145,429.22.
HARVEY1
BY:
Anthony,'. Tabasso, Esquire
ASSESSMENT
And Now, this o13*dday of Feb , 2010 judgment is entered as aforesaid.
$ Icon Pa AT'w/
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Pro otary
CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that written notice of the intention to file this praecipe is not required as
judgment was entered by Court Order a copy of which is attached hereto.
HARRISONI HARVEY
BURG LLP
By:
Antlk6fiy P. abasso, Es(
1835 Marke Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 568-6060
Attorney for Plaintiff
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COMMONWEALTH
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
OTN: H929688-4
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CP-21-CR-1542-2005
CHARGES: (1) THEFT BY DECEPTION
AFFIANT: PTL. MICHAEL COTTON
IN RE: SENTENCE
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this 10th day of January, 2006, being in
receipt of a presentence investigation, you are sentenced to a
period of Restrictive Intermediate Punishment for 60 months with
one year to be served in the Work Release Program in the
Cumberland County Prison to which you are committed. The
balance to be served under supervision by the Cumberland County
Probation Office subject to the following Restorative Sanctions:
1. Pay the costs of prosecution.
2. Make remaining restitution to Dr. Stephen Davis in
the amount of $145,429.22, Erie Insurance Company in the amount
of $10,000.00, and to Pennsylvania State Bank in the amount of
$6,000.00.
3. Participate in and complete any recommended
evaluation and treatment.
By the,,Cou
iagar B
John C. Dailey, Esquire
Senior Assistant District Attorney
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
For Defendant
Probation Victim Witness
CCP Sheriff
ey, J.
Drs
DAVIS PULMONARY IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
ASSOCIATES, P.C., and CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiffs CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 05-3242 CIVIL
VS.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
and GARY HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants
IN RE: PLAINTIFFS' MOTION FOR PARTIAL SUMMARY JUDGMENT
BEFORE HESS AND EBERT, J.J.
ORDER
AND NOW, this 17' day of June, 2009, the motion of the plaintiffs for partial
summary judgment as to the defendant, Michelle A. Holtzapple, is GRANTED with respect to
the principal amount owed as reflected by the records of the Clerk of Courts Office. The
remainder of the plaintiffs' motion for partial summary judgment is DENIED.
BY THE COURT,
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Hess, J.
./ Anthony P. Tabasso, Esquire
For the Plaintiffs
.AR. Mark Thomas, Esquire
For Defendant Michelle Holtzapple
,XDavid J. Foster, Esquire
For Defendant Gary Holtzapple
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P 1 1ES /l=M i
FILED'- =icE
OF THE F,
2009 JUN 17 AM 10: 2 s
KLEHR I HARRISON HARVEY I BRANZBURG LLP
BY: ANTHONY P. TABASSO, ESQUIRE
ATTORNEY I.D. NO. 80851
1835 MARKET STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 568-6060 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiff,
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
No. 2005-3242
AFFIDAVIT OF NON-MILITARY SERVICE AND OF LAST KNOWN ADDRESS
STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
COUNTY OF PHILADELPHIA
SS
Anthony P. Tabasso, being duly sworn according to law, deposes and states that he is an
attorney with the law firm of Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP attorneys for Plaintiff, and, as
such, is authorized to make this Affidavit on its behalf; and that to the best of his knowledge,
information and belief, Defendants are not in the military or naval services of the United States or its
allies or otherwise within the provisions of the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act of 1940 and/or its
amendments; and that their address is as follows:
193 Alanthia L
Etters, PA 173
Sworn to and subscribed
before me this day
of r4 4tJ-131-- , 2010
'. Tabasso, Esquire
COMMON 19ALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
NOTARIAL SEAL
ANNE M. FOODY, Notary Public
City of Philadelphia, Phila. County
Commission Expires February 27, 2013
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OFFICE OF PROTHONOTARY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
One Courthouse Square, Carlisle, PA 17013
David Buell, Prothonotary
To: MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiff,
V.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants.
No. 2005-3242
NOTICE
Pursuant to Rule 236 of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, you are hereby notified that a
Judgment has been entered against you in the above proceeding as indicated below.
P OQONOTARY
Judgment by Default
Money Judgment
Judgment in Replevin a?iv
Judgment for Possession
Judgment on Award of Arbitration
Judgment on Verdict
X Judgment on Court Findings
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS NOTICE, PLEASE CALL:
ATTORNEY Anthony P. Tabasso, Esquire at this telephone number: (215) 568-6060
PHILI 912679-1
KLEHR I HARRISON I HARVEY I BRANZBURG LLP FILED i ; (^
BY: ANTHONY P. TABASSO, ESQUIRE I .TARY
ATTORNEY I.D. NO. 80851
1835 MARKET STREET 2019 FED 22 ft (' ,?:
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 568-6060 ATTORNEYS FO
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiff,
V.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
CIVIL DIVISION
No. 2005-3242
PRAECIPE FOR WRIT OF EXECUTION
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Issue the Writ of Execution in the above matter:
bau A',;,
(1) Directed to the Sheriff of ounty
(2) Against the Defendant(s) in the above-captioned matter: Michelle A. Holtzapple,193
Alanthia Lane, Etters, PA 17319;
(3) And index this Writ against the Defendant(s) as follows:
Levy on personalty at: (no levy)
(4) Against the Garnishee(s): EKG Medical Billing,121 North 32"d Street,
Harrisburg, PA 17111;
(5) Amount Due plaintiff
Interest
(Costs to be added)
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$ 145,429.22
$ 145,429.22
VEY I BRANZBURG LLP
Anthon P. Tabisso, Esquire
1835 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 568-6060
Attorney for Plaintiff
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WRIT OF EXECUTION and/or ATTACHMENT
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA)
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND)
N02005-3242 Civil
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
TO THE SHERIFF Oi L)ayh ?1 P COUNTY:
To satisfy the debt, interest Ind costs due Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Stephen J. Davis,
M.D. Plaintiff (s)
From Michelle A. Holtzapple and Gary Holtzapple
(1) You are directed to levy upon the property of the defendant (s)and to sell
(2) You are also directed to attach the property of the defendant(s) not levied upon in the possession
of EKG Medical Billing, 121 North 32"d Street, Harrisburg, PA 17111 - garnish defendant Michelle
A. Holtzapple 193 Alanthia Lane, Etters, PA 17319
GARNISHEE(S) as follows:
and to notify the garnishee(s) that: (a) an attachment has been issued; (b) the garnishee(s) is enjoined from
paying any debt to or for the account of the defendant (s) and from delivering any property of the defendant
(s) or otherwise disposing thereof,
(3) If property of the defendant(s) not levied upon an subject to attachment is found in the possession
of anyone other than a named garnishee, you are directed to notify him/her that he/she has been added as a
garnishee and is enjoined as above stated.
Amount Due $145,429.22
Interest
Atty's Comm %
Atty Paid $96.50
Plaintiff Paid
Date: 2/22/2010
L.L. $.50
Due Prothy $2.00
Other Costs
V
David b-lfue'lf, Prothonotary
(Seal)
By:
Deputy
REQUESTING PARTY:
Name Anthony P. Tabasso, Esq.
Klehrl Harrison] Harvey) Branzburg LLP
Address: 1835 Market St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Attorney for: Plaintiff
Telephone: 215-568-6060
Supreme Court ID No. 80851
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BY: ANTHONY P. TABASSO, ESQUIRE
ATTORNEY LD. NO. 80851
1835 MARKET STREET, SUITE 1400
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19103
(215) 569-2700 ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF
DAVIS PULMONARY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
AND STEPHEN J. DAVIS, M.D.,
Plaintiff,
v.
MICHELLE A. HOLTZAPPLE AND GARY
HOLTZAPPLE,
Defendants.
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PLAINTIFFS' ANSWER TO DEFENDANTS' MOTION TO RECONSIDER
Plaintiffs, Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C., and Stephen J. Davis, M.D., by and through
their undersigned counsel, hereby file this Answer to Defendants' Motion to Reconsider, and in
support thereof, avers as follows:
1. Admitted.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted, in part, denied in part. It is admitted that Defendant Michele Holtzapple
was directed to make restitution to the Plaintiffs in the amount of $145,429.22. The remaining
allegations in paragraph 4 make reference to written documents, terms of which speak for
themselves, and Defendants' chartacterization of which are denied.
5. Denied. The allegations contained in paragraph 5 constitute conclusions of law to
which no response is required and, therefore, deemed denied.
6. Admitted.
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~ 7. Denied. The allegations contained in paragraph 7 constitute conclusions of law to
which no response is required and are, therefore, deemed denied. By way of further answer, but
not in derogation of the foregoing, the Plaintiffs' judgment is based entirely on the criminal court
Order, and that Order formed the basis of this Court's decision to grant summary judgment in the
Plaintiffs' favor in this civil action.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted.
10. Admitted in part, denied in part. It is admitted that the Defendant filed a claim for
exemption. To the extent the remaining allegations in paragraph 10 imply that the Plaintiffs' wage
execution is issued upon a civil judgment that has no relation whatsoever to the Defendant's
criminal restitution obligations, such allegations constitute conclusions of law to which no response
is required and are, therefore, deemed denied. By way of further answer, but not in derogation of
the foregoing, Plaintiffs' civil judgment is based entirely upon the Defendant's restitution obligation.
11. Admitted.
12. Admitted.
13. Denied. The allegations contained in paragraph 13 constitute conclusions of law to
which no response is required and are, therefore, deemed denied. By way of further answer, but not
in derogation of the foregoing, the execution issued in this case still arises from an Order entered by
a Court in the criminal proceeding. The exemptions listed in 42 Pa.C.S.A. ~ 8127 apply solely to
civil matters and the statute appears in Part VII of Title 42 of Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes,
entitled "Civil Actions and Proceedings." The Defendant has not explained how civil execution
would issue on a criminal order other than has happened in this case.
14. Denied. The allegations contained in paragraph 14 constitute conclusions of law to
which no response is required and are, therefore, deemed denied. By way of further answer, but not
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' in derogation of the foregoing, the execution issued in this case still arises from an Order entered by
a Court in the criminal proceeding. The exemptions listed in 42 Pa.C.S.A. ~ 8127 apply solely to
civil matters and the statute appears in Part VII of Title 42 of Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes,
entitled "Civil Actions and Proceedings." The Defendant has not explained how civil execution
would issue on a criminal order other than has happened in this case.
15. Denied. The allegations contained in paragraph 15 constitute conclusions of law to
which no response is required and are, therefore, deemed denied. By way of further answer, but not
in derogation of the foregoing, although the Defendant seeks reconsideration of the Court's July G,
2010 Order, the Defendants have done nothing more than re-argue the issues they presented to the
Court at the June 30, 2010 argument. The Defendants' Motion fails to set forth any new law or
facts that would merit reconsideration. Accordingly, the Motion should be denied in its entirety.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs, Davis Pulmonary Associates, P.C. and Steven J. Davis, M.D.,
respectfully request that this Court deny the Defendants' Motion to Reconsider in its entirety.
HARRISON HARVEY
:BURG LLP
By:
An~liony P. Tabasso, Esquire
1$35 Mark t Street, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 569-2700
Attorneys for Plaints
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Anthony P. Tabasso, Esquire hereby certify that on this ~ day of July, 2010, I served a
true and correct copy of Plaintiffs' Answer to Defendants' Motion to Reconsider via regular U.S.
Mail upon the following:
David J. Foster, Esquire
Costopolous, Foster & Fields
831 Market Street
P.O. Box 222
Lemoyne, PA 17043-0222
R. Mark Thomas, Esquire
101 South Max'
Mechanicsburg
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