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In the Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY,
Plaintiff,
VS.
Civil Action - In Law
No.
--JOHN DOE'' and ADAM GOODLING,
Defendants.
ARBITRATION
COMPLAINT
NOTICE
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend
against the claims set forth in the following pages,
you must take action within twenty (20) days after
this complaint and notice are served, by entering a
written appearance personally or by attorney and
filing in writing with the court your defenses or
objections to the claims set forth against you. You
are WARNED THAT IF YOU FAIL TO DO SO THE CASE MAY
PROCEED WITHOUT you and a judgment may be entered
against you by the court without further notice for
any money claimed in the complaint or for any other
claim or relief requested by the plaintiff. You may
lose money or property or other rights important to
you.
YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE,
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO
TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND
OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP.
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013-3387
(717) 249-3166/(800) 990-9108
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY,
Plaintiff Civil Action - In Law
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"JOHN DOE" and ADAM GOODLING, ARBITRATION
Defendant
COMPLAINT
This is an action by Plaintiff, METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY to recover
damages from Defendant arising out of a vehicular collision which caused damage to property
owned by Plaintiff.
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY is a Pennsylvania corporation duly
organized and existing and licensed to do business as a public utility under the laws of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania with a principal place of business at 2800 Pottsville Pike,
Reading, PA 19605.
3. Defendant, "JOHN DOE" is an adult individual whose present whereabouts are
unknown.
4. Defendant, ADAM GOODLING, is an adult individual residing at 922 Pine Road,
Carlisle, PA., 17013-9373.
At all times relevant hereto, Plaintiff was engaged in the business of producing,
furnishing, supplying and distributing utility service to persons and businesses who requested
utility service in accordance with the Rate Schedules and General Rules and Regulations of
Plaintiffs Tariff presently on file with the Public Utility Commission.
COUNTI
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY VS. "JOHN DOE"
Defendant, "JOHN DOE" while operating a vehicle, collided with, and damaged
property owned by Plaintiff.
7. Defendant negligently operated the vehicle in that he:
a) operated said vehicle at an excessive rate of speed under the
circumstances;
b) failed to have said vehicle under proper and adequate control;
C) failed to keep a proper lookout;
d) operated said vehicle in a reckless and careless manner;
e) failed to keep vehicle in the proper lane of travel;
f) failed to operate the vehicle within the posted speed limit or failed to
operate the vehicle at a reasonable speed under the circumstances;
g) failed to remain alert and attentive under the circumstances;
h) operated the vehicle without due regard for the rights, safety and position
of the plaintiff;
i) operated the vehicle in a manner violating the statutes of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania governing the operation of vehicles on
public streets, highways and roadways;
j) being negligent at the law;
k) such other acts or omissions constituting carelessness, negligence and
recklessness may be ascertained during discovery or developed at the time
of trial.
Defendant struck and damaged a utility pole owned and operated by
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY, at the vicinity of 1705 Walnut Bottom Road,
Dickinson Twp., Cumberland County, PA. March 12, 2005.
9. Defendant's actions or inaction as set forth above are the proximate cause of the
damages as set for above and herein.
10. Plaintiff made demand on Defendant to repay the sums then due and owing to
Plaintiff, but Defendant has refused to pay Plaintiff.
H. . Plaintiff has been damaged in the amount of $3,393.10 plus costs and attorneys
fees.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY demands judgment
against the Defendant in an amount of $3,393.10 including costs, prejudgment and post judgment
interest, attorney's fees, punitive damages and delay damages as the law may allow.
COUNT 11
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY VS. ADAM GOODLING
12. Paragraphs 1 through 11 are incorporated as referenced as if fully set forth herein.
13. Defendant, ADAM GOODLING was in custody and control of the vehicle when it
was taken by "JOHN DOE" that collided with the active utility pole.
14. Defendant ADAM GOODLING negligently maintained the vehicle in that he:
a) left vehicle unattended;
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b) left vehicle and/or keys in such a condition permitting unauthorized use of
vehicle;
C) did not properly/adequately lock and secure the vehicle,
15. Defendant's actions or inaction as set forth above are the proximate cause of the
damages as set for above and herein.
16. Plaintiffs property was damaged is in the amount of $3,393.10 including attorney
fees and costs.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY demands judgment
against the Defendant in an amount of $3,393.10 including costs, prejudgment and post judgment
interest, attorney's fees, punitive damages and delay damages as the law may allow.
Respectfully submitted,
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DATED: November 10, 2005
By:
.) thony P.LLzy-Cick
P.O. Box 505
New Hope, PA 18938
(215) 862-4390
Attorney for Plaintiff
Attorney I.D. 23754
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VERIFICATION
Pursuant to Rule 1924 (c), I, Anthony P. Krzywicki, Esquire, verify that I am the attorney
for Plaintiff, in the within case; that the appropriate officers of the plaintiff are not available
within the time for serving the foregoing to provide their verification; that I am sufficiently
familiar with the facts set forth in the foregoing Pleading to take this verification; and that such
facts are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, based upon the
company's business records and matters of public record. I understand that the statements herein
are made subject to the penalties of 18 Pa. Consol. Star. Ann. § 4904 relating to unsworn
falsification to authorities.
Dated: November 10, 2005
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SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 2005-05948 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY
VS
DOE JOHN ET AL
KENNETH GOSSERT Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE was served upon
GOODLING ADAM the
DEFENDANT at 1952:00 HOURS, on the 1st day of December , 2005
at 922 PINE ROAD
CARLISLE, PA 17013-9373 by handing to
LINDA GOODLING, MOTHER
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT & NOTICE together with
and at the same time directing Her attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs
Docketing 18.00
Service 4.80
Affidavit .00
Surcharge 10.00
.00
32.80
Sworn and Subscribed to before
me this /W,? day of
?e2e,? k 2r ?LUS A. D.
Pr otary
So Answers:
R. Thomas Kline
12/05/2005
KRZYWICKI & ASSOCIATES
By:
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3310ME
In the Court of Common Pleas of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania
Metropolitan Edison Company
Plaintiff
Civil Action - In Law
vs
John Doe
Defendant
Adam Goodling
Defendant
No. 05-5948-Civil Term
ARBITRATION
PRAECIPE FOR JUDGMENT AGAINST
DEFENDANT FOR FAILURE TO PLEAD
To the Prothonotary:
COUNT 1
Metropolitan Edison Company vs.
Adam Goodling
Kindly enter default judgment in favor of Plaintiff,
Metropolitan Edison Company and against Defendant, Adam Goodling for
failure to plead to Plaintiff's Complaint as follows:
Amount Past Due: $ 2387.60
Fees: $ 800.00
Court Costs: $ 55.50
Service Costs: $ 150.00
TOTAL $ 3393.10
together with interest thereon from the date of judgment forward
and all costs of this action.
3310ME
I hereby certify
follows:
1. The true and
Edison Company, is 22
2. The true and
Goodling, is 922 Pine
17013-9373.
to the best of my knowledge and belief as
correct address of the Plaintiff, Metropolitan
5 Morgantown Road, Reading, PA 19612-3009.
correct address of the Defendant, Adam
Road, Carlisle, Cumberland County, PA
DATED: October 16, 2007 By:
Krzywick,L--`and) Assgciates
VK . &rzywicxi.
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215-8 90
Attorney for Plaintiff
Attorney I.D. 23754
SHERIFF'S RETURN - REGULAR
CASE NO: 2005-05948 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY
VS
DOE JOHN ET AL
KENNETH GOSSERT , Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within COMPLAINT & NOTICE was served upon
GOODLING ADAM the
DEFENDANT , at 1952:00 HOURS, on the 1st day of December , 2005
at 922 PINE ROAD
CARLISLE, PA 17013-9373 by handing to
LINDA GOODLING, MOTHER
a true and attested copy of COMPLAINT & NOTICE together with
and at the same time directing Her attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs:
Docketing 18.00
Service 4.80
Affidavit .00
Surcharge 10.00
Sworn and Subscribed to before
me this day of
A. D.
Prothonotary
So Answers:
R. Thomas Kline
12/05/2005
KRZYWICKI & ASSOCIATES
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3310ME
In the Court of Common Pleas of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania
Metropolitan Edison Company
Plaintiff
Civil Action - In Law
vs
John Doe
Defendant
Adam Goodling
Defendant
No. 05-5948-Civil Term
ARBITRATION
The undersigned hereby certifies that written notice of intention to
file a praecipe for entry of judgment by default against the
defendant, Adam Goodling, in this matter was mailed to the defendant
after the default occurred and at least ten days prior to the filing
of the praecipe for entry of judgment pursuant to Pa. R.C.P. 237.1.
True and correct copies of that notice is attached hereto and made a
part of this certification.
KrzywickaXand Aq/;Oiates
DATED: October 16, 2007 By:
49 Vsyr't?an Rd
P. 0. B 505
New Hope, PA 18738
215-862-4390
Attorney for Plaintiff
Attorney I.D. 23754
3310ME
In the Court of Common Pleas of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania
Metropolitan Edison Company
Plaintiff
Civil Action - In Law
vs
John Doe
Defendant
Adam Goodling
Defendant
No. 05-5948-Civil Term
ARBITRATION
NOTICE
TO: Adam Goodling
922 Pine Road
Carlisle, PA 17013-9373
Date: September 21, 2007
You are in default because you have failed to enter a written
appearance personally or by an attorney and file in writing with the
court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against
you. Unless you act within ten (10) days from the date of this
notice, a judgment may be entered against you without a hearing and
you may lose your property or other important rights. YOU SHOULD
TAKE THIS NOTICE TO A LAWYER AT ONCE. If you do not have a lawyer or
cannot afford one, go to or telephone the following office to find
out where you can get legal help:
Cumberland County Bar Association
2 Liberty Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013-3387
(717) 249-3166/(800) 990-9108
Krzywicki ipt d As--16ci
By:
Ant y P. icki
49 rt ugan Road
P.O. ox 505
New Hope, PA 18938
215-862-4390
Attorney for Plaintiff
Attorney I.D. 23754
cc: Michael T. Traxler
ABOM & KUTULAKIS
36 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA. 17013
Attorney(s) for Defendant
3310ME
In the Court of Common Pleas of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania
Metropolitan E ison Company
Plaintiff
Civil Action - In Law
vs
Adam Goodling
Defendant(s)
No. 05-5948-Civil Term
AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE
STATE OF
1301 Q8111111119? SS.
COUNTY OF
I, Anthony P. Krzywicki, Attorney for Plaintiff, served a true
and correct copy of the Notice of Intention to Take ault pursuant
to Pa. R.C.P. 237.1 on Defendant(s), by first cl s mai
09/21/2007. l on
Ant ho P. K i
Atto ey intiff,
Krz 1 and Associates
P.O. Box 505
New Hope, PA 18938
PA ID# 23754
215-862-4390
SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED
BEFORE ME THIS DAY
OF fi60V-gV
ary Public
WEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
NOTARIAL SEAL
Catherine Ross-Nlacaluso, Notary Put,.
SoletM Twp., Bucks County
Commission, Expires March 30:,1
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3310ME
In the Court of Common Pleas of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania
Metropolitan Edison Company
Plaintiff
vs
John Doe
Defendant
Adam Goodling
Defendant
Civil Action - In Law
No. 05-5948-Civil Term
ARBITRATION
AFFIDAVIT OF NON-MILITARY SERVICE
STATE OF OEM
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COUNTY OF
I, Anthony P. Krzywicki, being duly sworn according to law,
deposes and state that I am a representative of UGI Utilities Inc.,
225 Morgantown Road, Reading, PA 19612-3009, Plaintiff herein, and
as such state the following:
1. The defendant, Adam Goodling, is not, to my knowledge, in
the military or naval service of the United States or its allies, or
otherwise within the provisions of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil
Relief Act of 1940, as amended.
2. The defendant, Adam Goodling, is more than 18 years of age
and currently resides at 922 Pine Road, Carlisle, 17013-9373.
3. I have ascertained the above info on 1Y, PPI
rsonal
investigation and make this affidavit withrme authpty.
Sworn nd subscribed before
me t s 6 day of Oct r 2007
t_Wtary Public
29I?IMpMWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
OTARIAL SEAL
Catherine Ross-Macaluso, Notary Public
Solebury Twp., Bucks County
My Commission, Expires March 30 , 2010
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OFFICE OF THE PROTHONOTARY
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS
Cumberland County Courthouse * Carlisle, PA 17013
Curtis R. Long
Prothonotary
TO: Adam Goodling Michael T. Traxler
922 Pine Road ABOM & KUTULAKIS
Carlisle, PA 17013-9373 36 South Hanover Street
Carlisle, PA. 17013
In the Court of Common Pleas of CUMBERLAND County, Pennsylvania
Metropolitan Edison Company
Plaintiff
vs
John Doe
Defendant
Adam Goodling
Defendant
Civil Action - In Law
No. 05-5948-Civil Term
ARBITRATION
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.
(XX) Judgment
( ) Money Ju
( ) Judgment
( ) Judgment
( ) Judgment
( ) Judgment
( ) Judgment
Curtis R. Long
Prothonotary
by Default
3gment /`,
in Replevin
for Possession
on Award of Arbitration
on Verdict
on Court Findings
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING THIS NOTICE, PLEASE CALL
ATTORNEY FOR THE FILING PARTY:
Anthony P. Krzywicki
Krzywicki and Associates
49 North Sugan Road
P.O. Box 505
New Hope, PA 18938
215-862-4390
Attorney I.D. No.23754
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
METROPOLITAN EDISON COMPANY,
Plaintiff, Civil Action - In Law
vs. No.: 05-5948 Civil Term
"JOHN DOE" and
ADAM GOODLING,
Defendants.
PRAECIPE TO SATISFY JUDGMENT
TO THE PROTHONOTARY:
Kindly mark the Judgment entered on against the Defendant, ADAM GOODLING, satisfied and
from the record upon payment of your costs only.
KRZYWICKI & A-?LSQCIATES, P.C.
DATED: June 8, 2009
BY:
Plaintiff
P.O. Box 505
New Hope, PA 1891-
(215) 862-4390
Attorney I.D. 23754
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