HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-6007CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband
1663 Trindle Road
Carlisle, PA 17013
Plaintiffs,
V.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
119 Walton Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013 JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
Defendant
PRAECIPE FOR A WRIT OF SUMMONS
TO: CURTIS R. LONG, PROTHONOTARY
Please enter my appearance on behalf of the Plaintiffs, Cherlyn L. Anderson and Kermit E.
Anderson. Please issue a Writ of Summons upon the Defendant and have the Sheriff serve the Defendant
at the following address:
Michelle L. Martin
119 Walton Avenue
Carlisle, PA 17013
Respectfully, submitted
IRWIN & McKNIGHT
By:
Douglas G iller, squire
Supreme Court I.D. No.: 83776
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
Date: October 13, 2006 (717) 249-2353
To: MICHELLE L. MARTIN
You are hereby notified that Cherlyn L. Anderson and Kermit E. Anderson, the Plaintiffs,
have commenced an action against you which you are required to de nd or a defa t judgment may be
entered against you.
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Date: Lnv-<?t- /3 , 2006
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CASE NO: 2006-06007 P
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA:
COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
ANDERSON CHERLYN L ET AL
VS
MARTIN MICHELLE L
MICHAEL BARRICK
Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of
Cumberland County,Pennsylvania, who being duly sworn according to law,
says, the within WRIT OF SUMMONS
was served upon
the
MARTIN MICHELLE L
DEFENDANT
at 1343:00 HOURS, on the 25th day of October , 2006
at 119 WALTON AVENUE
CARLISLE, PA 17013
MICHELLE MARTIN
by handing to
a true and attested copy of WRIT OF SUMMONS
together with
and at the same time directing Her attention to the contents thereof.
Sheriff's Costs: So Answers:
Docketing 18.00
Service 4.40 Postage .39
Surcharge 10.00 R. Thomas Kline
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464 044 MARCUS MCKNIGHT
Sworn and Subscibed to By
before me this day
Deputy Sheriff
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
PRAECIPE FOR APPEARANCE
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, L.L.P.
Firm #911
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 901-5916
#15215
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
PRAECIPE FOR APPEARANCE
TO: THE PROTHONOTARY
Kindly enter the Appearance of the undersigned, Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire, of the
law firm of Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie & Skeel, L.L.P., on behalf of the
Defendant, Michelle L. Martin, in the above case.
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, k.L.P.
By:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing PRAECIPE
FOR APPEARANCE has been mailed by U.S. Mail to counsel of record via first class
mail, postage pre-paid, this 19TH day of January, 2007.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
By:
e in D. Rau h, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
PRAECIPE FOR RULE
TO FILE COMPLAINT
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, L.L.P.
Firm #911
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 901-5916
#15215
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
PRAECIPE FOR RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT
TO: The Prothonotary
Kindly rule the Plaintiffs, Cherlyn L. Anderson and Kermit E. Anderson, to file a
Complaint in Civil Action within twenty (20) days.
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEET, L.L.P.
By:
Ke 'n . Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing PRAECIPE
FOR RULE TO FILE COMPLAINT has been mailed by U.S. Mail to counsel of record
via first class mail, postage pre-paid, this 19TH day of January, 2007.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
By:
evin . auch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
RULE
AND NOW, this, day of 2007, upon
consideration of Defendant's Praecipe for Rule to File a Complaint, a Rule is hereby
granted upon Plaintiffs to file a Complaint within twenty (20) days of service, or suffer
judgment Non Pros.
Rule issued this ?AJC l ay of JtZXj"=-L&46 , 2007.
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: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: NO.: 2006-6007
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
NOTICE TO DEFEND
You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the
following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after this complaint, order 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 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
32 South Bedford Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 249-3166
800-990-9108
Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990
The Court of Common Pleas of Cumberland County is required by law to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. For information about accessible facilities and reasonable
accommodations available to disabled individuals having business before the court, please contact our
office. All arrangements must be made at least 72 hours prior to any hearing or business before the court.
You must attend the scheduled conference or hearing.
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband
v.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and : IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband : CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiffs, CIVIL ACTION - LAW
V. NO.: 2006-6007
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
Defendant
COMPLAINT
AND NOW, this 27th day of February, 2007, come the Plaintiffs, CHERLYN L.
ANDERSON and KERMIT E. ANDERSON, by and through their attorneys, Irwin & McKnight,
and make the following Complaint against the Defendant, MICHELLE L. MARTIN, averring as
follows:
1. Plaintiffs Cherlyn L. Anderson and Kermit E. Anderson are adult individuals
principally residing at 1663 Trindle Road, Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013.
2. Defendant Michelle L. Martin is an adult individual principally residing at 119
Walton Avenue, Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013.
3. On or about October 13, 2004, at approximately 1:25 p.m., Plaintiff Cherlyn L.
Anderson was lawfully operating her 1999 Oldsmobile on North Bedford Street in the Borough
of Carlisle.
4. On or about October 13, 2004, Defendant was traveling in a 1997 Ford van on
East North Street to the intersection of East North Street and North Bedford Streets in the
Borough of Carlisle.
5. Plaintiff Cherlyn L. Anderson was travelling south on North Bedford Street and
approaching the intersection of East North and North Bedford Streets.
6. Plaintiff Cherlyn L. Anderson proceeded to enter the intersection of North
Bedford Street and East North Street because the signal light facing her was green.
7. Defendant, while traveling west on East North Street, failed to stop at the traffic
signal and entered the intersection directly into the path of Plaintiff Cherlyn L. Anderson.
8. The traffic signal facing East North Street had turned red prior to Defendant
entering the intersection.
9. After running the red light, a violent impact occurred between the side of
Defendant's vehicle and the front of Plaintiffs' vehicle.
10. The actions of Defendant Michelle Martin were negligent, careless, and reckless
in that she:
a. failed to operate her automobile in a safe manner and under proper and adequate
control;
b. failed to observe Plaintiffs' vehicle and be reasonably vigilant to observe the
roadway and position of Plaintiffs' vehicle;
c. disregarded the traffic signal at the intersection;
d. failed to maintain proper and adequate observation of the existing traffic
conditions;
e. failed to avoid striking Plaintiff's vehicle; and
f. otherwise failed to exercise due and proper care under the circumstances.
11. The impact from Defendant's automobile into Plaintiffs' automobile in the
intersection caused significant damage to the front of the Plaintiffs' automobile, and resulted in
its being totaled and having to be towed from the scene.
12. As a result of the impact, the airbags in Plaintiffs' vehicle deployed.
13. As a direct and proximate result of the accident, Plaintiff Cherlyn L. Anderson
suffered injuries to her body including her neck, shoulders, ribs and back.
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14. Plaintiff Cherlyn L. Anderson experienced great physical pain, discomfort and
stiffness causing her to seek treatment with her family physician on several occasions as well as
with a chiropractor.
15. The negligent, careless, and reckless actions of the Defendant, Michelle L.
Martin, are the direct and proximate cause of the injuries to Plaintiff Cherlyn L. Anderson.
16. As a direct and proximate result of the negligence of Defendant, Plaintiffs have
been compelled, in order to effect a cure for the aforesaid injuries, to expend sums of money for
medicine and/or medical attention, to their detriment and loss.
17. Plaintiff Cherlyn Anderson seeks compensation for the pain and suffering she has
endured since the date of the automobile accident.
18. Plaintiff Kermit E. Anderson seeks compensation for the loss of companionship
and society as a consequence of the injuries to his wife, Plaintiff Cherlyn L. Anderson, caused by
the automobile accident.
WHEREFORE, the Plaintiffs, Cherlyn L. Anderson and Kermit E. Anderson, demand
judgment against Defendant, Michelle L. Martin, in an amount less than the arbitration limit of
Fifty Thousand ($50,000.00) Dollars, plus costs, interest, and all other relief this Honorable
Court deems fair and just.
Respectfully Submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIGHT
By:
Douglas . Miller, Esquire
Supreme Court ID # 83776
West Pomfret Professional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-2353
Dated: February 27, 2007 Attorney for Plaintiffs
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VERIFICATION
The foregoing document is based upon information which has been gathered by our
counsel and ourselves in the preparation of this action. We have read the statements made in this
document and they are true and correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief. We
understand that false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.A. Section
4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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CHERLYN .ANDERSON
KERMIT E. ANDERSON
Date: 2/27/07
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Douglas G. Miller, Esquire, do hereby certify that I have served a true and correct copy
of the foregoing document upon the persons indicated below by first class United States mail,
postage paid in Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013, on the date set forth below:
ANDREW D. ZEITER, ESQUIRE
1017 MUMMA ROAD
LEMOYNE, PA 17043
Date: February d , 2007 IRWIN & McKNIGHT
Douglas '. Miller, squire
Supreme Court I.D. No. 83776
West Pomfret Professional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
(717) 249-2353
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
TO: Plaintiffs
You are hereby notified to file a written
response to the enclosed Answer and
New Matter within twenty (20) days
from service here or a judgment
may_bnr d ainst you.
Sumtners, McDonnell, Hudock,
Guthrie & Skeel, L.L.P.
ANSWER AND NEW MATTER
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, L.L.P.
Firm #911
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 901-5916
#15215
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
ANSWER AND NEW MATTER
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Michelle L. Martin, by and through her
counsel, Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie & Skeel, L.L.P., and Kevin D. Rauch,
Esquire, and files the following Answer and New Matter and in support thereof avers as
follows:
1. After reasonable investigation, the Defendant has insufficient information as
to the truth or falsity of said averments, therefore said averments are denied and strict
proof thereof is demanded at the time of trial.
2. Admitted.
3. Admitted.
4. Admitted.
5. Admitted.
6. After reasonable investigation, the Defendant has insufficient information as
to the truth or falsity of said averments, therefore said averments are denied and strict
proof thereof is demanded at the time of trial.
7. Admitted.
8. Admitted.
9. Admitted in part, denied in part. It is admitted that an impact occurred
between the vehicles identified on the date, time, and place of the subject accident. The
remainder of the allegations in paragraph 9 are denied generally pursuant to Pa.R.C.P.
1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the time of trial.
10. Admitted in part, denied in part. It is admitted that Defendant, Michelle L.
Martin, was negligent in the operation of her motor vehicle on the date, time, and place of
the subject accident. The remainder of the allegations in paragraph 10 and all of its
subparts state legal conclusions to which no response is required. To the extent, however,
that a response is deemed necessary, said averments are denied generally pursuant to
Pa.R.C.P. 1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the time of trial.
11. Admitted in part, denied in part. It is admitted that an impact occurred
between the vehicles identified on the date, time, and place of the subject accident. The
remainder of the allegations in paragraph 11 are denied generally pursuant to Pa.R.C.P.
1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the time of trial.
12. After reasonable investigation, the Defendant has insufficient information as
to the truth or falsity of said averments, therefore said averments are denied and strict
proof thereof is demanded at the time of trial.
13. Paragraph 13 states a legal conclusion to which no response is required. To
the extent, however, that a response is deemed necessary, said averments are denied
generally pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
14. After reasonable investigation, the Defendant has insufficient information as
to the truth or falsity of said averments, therefore said averments are denied and strict
proof thereof is demanded at the time of trial.
15. Paragraph 15 states a legal conclusion to which no response is required. To
the extent, however, that a response is deemed necessary, said averments are denied
generally pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
16. Paragraph 16 states a legal conclusion to which no response is required. To
the extent, however, that a response is deemed necessary, said averments are denied
generally pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
17. Paragraph 17 states a legal conclusion to which no response is required. To
the extent, however, that a response is deemed necessary, said averments are denied
generally pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
18. Paragraph 18 states a legal conclusion to which no response is required. To
the extent, however, that a response is deemed necessary, said averments are denied
generally pursuant to Pa.R.C.P. 1029(d) and (e). Strict proof thereof is demanded at the
time of trial.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle L. Martin, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court enter judgment in her favor and against the Plaintiffs with costs and
prejudice imposed.
NEW MATTER
19. The motor vehicle accident in controversy is subject to the Pennsylvania
Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law and this Defendant asserts, as affirmative
defenses, all rights, privileges and/or immunities accruing pursuant to said statute.
20. Some and/or all of Plaintiffs' claims for damages are items of economic
detriment which are or could be compensable pursuant to either the Pennsylvania Motor
Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law and/or other collateral sources and same may not be
duplicated in the present lawsuit.
21. To the extent that the Plaintiffs have selected the limited tort option or are
deemed to have selected the limited tort option then this Defendant sets forth the relevant
provisions of the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law as a bar to the
Plaintiffs' ability to recover non-economic damages.
22. This Defendant pleads any and all applicable statutes of limitation under
Pennsylvania Law as a complete or partial bar to any recovery by Plaintiffs in this action.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle L. Martin, respectfully requests this
Honorable Court enter judgment in her favor and against the Plaintiffs with costs and
prejudice imposed.
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, J,..L.P.
By:
Ikev)KD. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
VERIFICATION
Defendant verifies that she is the Defendant in the foregoing action; that the
foregoing ANSWER AND NEW MATTER is based upon information which she has
furnished to her counsel and information which has been gathered by her counsel in the
preparation of the lawsuit. The language of the ANSWER AND NEW MATTER is that of
counsel and not of the Defendant. Defendant has read the ANSWER AND NEW
MATTER and to the extent that the ANSWER AND NEW MATTER is based upon
information which she has given to her counsel, it is true and correct to the best of her
knowledge, information and belief. To the extent that the content of the ANSWER AND
NEW MATTER is that of counsel, she has relied upon counsel in making this Affidavit.
Defendant understands that false statements herein are made subject to the penalties of
18 Pa.C.S. §4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
Date: 4T I" J, //- CV"(
ichelle L. Martin
#15215
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing ANSWER
AND NEW MATTER has been mailed by U.S. Mail to counsel of record via first class
mail, postage pre-paid, this 4th day of April, 2007.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
By:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
MOTION TO COMPEL DISCOVERY
ANSWERS AND RESPONSES
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, L.L.P.
Firm #911
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 901-5916
#15215
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
MOTION TO COMPEL DISCOVERY ANSWERS AND RESPONSES
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Michelle Martin, by and through her attorneys,
Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie & Skeel, L.L.P., and Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire,
and files the following Motion to Compel Discovery Answers and Responses and in
support thereof avers the following:
1. On January 31, 2007, Defendant served Plaintiff with Interrogatories and
Request for Production of Documents relative to the above-referenced matter. (A true
and correct copy of correspondence between the parties dated January 31, 2007, is
attached hereto as Exhibit "A".)
2. In accordance with Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 4009, Plaintiffs
Response to Defendant's Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents
should have been received by March 2, 2007.
3. On April 18, 2007, Defense counsel forwarded a letter to Plaintiffs counsel
requesting that he respond to the outstanding discovery. (A true and correct copy of
correspondence between the parties dated April 18, 2007, is attached hereto as Exhibit
«B»,)
4. To date, Defendant has not received any further response from Plaintiff or
Plaintiffs counsel regarding Defendant's Interrogatories and Request for Production of
Documents or the correspondence enumerated above.
5. It is necessary for proper defense of this lawsuit that Plaintiff submit full
and complete responses to Defendant's discovery requests.
6. Accordingly, pursuant to Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 4019,
Defendant respectfully requests this Honorable Court to enter an Order directing
Plaintiff to provide Defendant with full and complete answers and responses to
Defendant's Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents to Plaintiff within
twenty (20) days or suffer additional sanctions.
7. Counsel for Defendant certifies that he has attempted to contact Plaintiffs
counsel in an effort to resolve the discovery dispute as set forth above. Despite such
attempts by Defense counsel, however, Plaintiffs discovery responses have not been
received by Defense counsel.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle Martin, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to enter an Order compelling the Plaintiff to provide Defendant with full and
complete answers and responses to Defendant's Interrogatories and Request for
Production of Documents to Plaintiff.
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
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By:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing MOTION TO
COMPEL DISCOVERY ANSWERS AND RESPONSES has been mailed by U.S. Mail
to counsel of record via first class mail, postage pre-paid, this a day of
2007.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
By.
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
April 18, 2007
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
RE: Anderson v. Martin
Our File No. 15215
Dear Mr. Miller:
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Please be advised that I have assumed handling of this matter. After review of
my file, I have not yet received your client's Answers to Interrogatories or Response to
Request for Production of Documents in the above-referenced matter. Additionally, I
have not yet received executed authorizations for the release of your client's records
from Carlisle Regional Medical Center or the first party benefits file from State Farm
Insurance Company. Please forward executed authorizations as well as your response
to discovery at your earliest convenience.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the above, please feel free
to contact me. Thank you.
Very truly yours,
John A. Lucy
JAL:Iam
COPY
January 31, 2007
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
RE: Anderson v. Martin
Our File No. 15215
Dear Mr. Miller:
Enclosed please find the Defendant's Interrogatories and Request for Production
of Documents propounded on the Plaintiff, Cherlyn L. Anderson. Kindly respond to the
discovery requests within the time indicated by the Pa.R.C.P. Further, I have enclosed
authorizations to obtain the Plaintiffs medical records from Carlisle Regional Medical
Center and first party benefits file from State Farm Insurance Company. Kindly have
your client execute the authorizations and return them to me at your earliest
convenience. Argo, please forward a demand package on behalf of the Plaintiff.
If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Thank you.
Very truly yours,
Andrew D. Zeiter
ADZ:Iam
Enclosures
(Jury Trial Demanded)
ORDER
AND NOW, TO WIT, this day of , 2007, it is hereby
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
ORDERED, ADJUDGED, and DECREED that Plaintiffs, Cherlyn Anderson and Kermit
E. Anderson, her husband, provide Defendant, Michelle Martin, with full and complete
answers and responses to Defendant's Interrogatories and Request for Production of
Documents within twenty (20) days of the date of this Order.
BY THE COURT:
J.
Distribution to:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie & Skeel, L.L.P.
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne PA 17043
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
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CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
AMENDMENT TO MOTION TO COMPEL
DISCOVERY ANSWERS AND
RESPONSES
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, L.L.P.
Firm #911
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 901-5916
#15215
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
AMENDMENT TO MOTION TO COMPEL
DISCOVERY ANSWERS AND RESPONSES
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Michelle Martin, by and through her attorneys,
Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie & Skeel, L.L.P., and Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire,
and files the following Amendment to Motion to Compel Discovery Answers and
Responses and in support thereof avers the following:
8. Pursuant to Cumberland County Local Rule 208.3(a)(2), no Judge has
ruled upon any other issue in the same or related matter.
WHEREFORE, Defendant, Michelle Martin, respectfully requests this Honorable
Court to enter an Order compelling the Plaintiff to provide Defendant with full and
complete answers and responses to Defendant's Interrogatories and Request for
Production of Documents to Plaintiff.
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
By: L D r6,, .
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing AMENDMENT
TO MOTION TO COMPEL DISCOVERY ANSWERS AND RESPONSES has been
mailed by U.S. Mail to counsel of record via first class mail, postage pre-paid, this
c day of t,,v? , 2007.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
By:
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
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Counsel for Defendant
SUMMERS, MCDONNELL,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL,
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
STEPHEN J. SUMMERS
THOMAS A. MCDONNELL HARRISBURG OFFICE:
JOSEPH A. HUOOCK, JR. 1017 MOMMA ROAD
GREGG A. GUTHRIE LEMOYNE, PA 17043
PETER B. SKEEL
PHONE: 717-901-5916
PATRICK M. CONNELLY*
JEFFREY C. CATANZARITE FAX: 717-920-9129
KEVIN D. RAUCH
June 27, 2007
Prothonotary
Cumberland County Courthouse
1 Courthouse Square
Carlisle, PA 17013
RE: Anderson v. Martin
Docket No. 06-6007
Our File 15215
Dear Sir/Madam:
HUDOCK,
L.L.P.
JASON A. HINES
ERIN M. BRAUN
Guy E. BLASS
JENNIFER M. IR VIN
MARK J. GOLEN
BRETT L. HUS70N
ROBERT J. FISHER, JR.
KIMBERLY L. HENSLEY
ANDREW D. ZEITER
JESSICA M. JURASKO
AMANDA J. LOPICCOLO
JASON P WRONA
ERICK V. VIOLAGO
JOHN A. Lucy
ALSO ADMITTED IN WV
Enclosed please find one original and one copy of Defendant's Amendment to
Motion to Compel Discovery Answers and Responses in the above-captioned matter.
Please file the original, time-stamp the copy, and return the copy to our office in the
envelope provided.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the above, please do not
hesitate to contact me. Thank you.
2nA. ly yours,
J Lucy
JAL:Iam
Enclosures
PITTSBURGH OFFICE: GULF TOWER, SUITE 2400, 707 GRANT STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA 15219
PHONE 412-261-3232
FAX 412-261-3239
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
husband,
Plaintiffs CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 06-6007 CIVIL
VS.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
IN RE: DEFENDANT'S MOTION TO COMPEL DISCOVERY
ORDER
AND NOW, this day of July, 2007, a rule is issued on the plaintiffs to show
cause why the request relief ought not to be granted. This rule returnable twenty (20) days after
service.
BY THE COURT,
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Plaintiffs,
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO.: 2006-6007
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
RESPONSE TO MOTION TO COMPEL DISCOVERY
AND NOW this 27"' day of July, 2007, come the Plaintiffs, Cherlyn L. Anderson and
Kermit E. Anderson, by and through their attorneys, Irwin & McKnight, and respectfully file this
Response to Motion to Compel Discovery, and in support thereof aver as follows:
1. The averments of fact contained in paragraph one (1) of the Defendant's Motion
are admitted.
2. The averments in paragraph two (2) are conclusions of law to which no response
is required. To the extent a response is required and by way of further answer, Plaintiffs'
discovery answers and responses have been sent to Defendant's legal counsel.
3. The letter identified as Exhibit "B" in paragraph three (3) of the Defendant's
Motion (and labeled as Exhibit "A" as attached to the Motion), speaks for itself and therefore no
response is required. To the extent a response is required and by way of further answer,
Plaintiffs' discovery answers and responses have been sent to Defendant's legal counsel.
4. The averments in paragraph four (4) are specifically denied and strict proof
thereof is demanded. By way of further answer, Plaintiffs' discovery answers and responses
have been sent to Defendant's legal counsel.
5. The averments in paragraph five (5) are conclusions of law to which no response
is required. To the extent a response is required and by way of further answer, Plaintiffs'
discovery answers and responses have been sent to Defendant's legal counsel.
6. The averments in paragraph six (6) are conclusions of law to which no response is
required. To the extent a response is required and by way of further answer, Plaintiffs' discovery
answers and responses have been sent to Defendant's legal counsel.
7. The averments in paragraph seven (7) are denied as stated. It is admitted that
Defendant's legal counsel has on occasion in the past contacted Plaintiffs' legal counsel. The
remaining averments in paragraph seven (7) are specifically denied and strict proof thereof is
demanded. The averments in paragraph two (2) are conclusions of law to which no response is
required. By way of further answer, Plaintiffs' discovery answers and responses have been sent
to Defendant's legal counsel.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiffs Cherlyn L. Anderson and Kermit E. Anderson respectfully
requests this Honorable Court to enter an Order denying the Defendant's Motion to Compel
Discovery Answers and Responses.
Respectfully Submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIGHT
By:
Douglas P. Miller, Esquire
Supreme Court ID # 83776
West Pomfret Professional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-2353
Dated: July 27, 2007 Attorney for Plaintiffs
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VERIFICATION
The foregoing document is based upon information which has been gathered by our
counsel and ourselves in the preparation of this action. We have read the statements made in this
document and they are true and correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief. We
understand that false statements herein made are subject to the penalties of 18 Pa.C.S.A. Section
4904, relating to unsworn falsification to authorities.
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CHERLYN L. ANDERSON
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KERMIT E. ANDERSON
Date: 19,-l 1 b7
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Douglas G. Miller, Esquire, do hereby certify that I have served a true and correct copy
of the foregoing document upon the persons indicated below by first class United States mail,
postage paid in Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013, on the date set forth below:
KEVIN D. RAUCH, ESQUIRE
SUMMERS, MCDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, LLP
1017 MUMMA ROAD
SUITE 300
LEMOYNE, PA 17043
Date: July 30, 2007
IRWIN & McKNIGHT
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Supreme Court I.D. No. 83776
West Pomfret Professional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
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MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 06-6007 CIVIL
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
IN RE: DEFENDANT'S MOTION TO COMPEL DISCOVERY
ORDER
AND NOW, this z ':? day of August, a brief argument on the defendant's motion to
compel discovery is set for Thursday, August 30, 2007, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom Number 4,
Cumberland County Courthouse, Carlisle, PA.
BY THE COURT,
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: CIVIL ACTION - LAW
: NO. 2006 - 6007
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
Defendant.
ANSWER TO DEFENDANT'S NEW MATTER
AND NOW this 2ND day of August, 2007, come the Plaintiffs, Cherlyn L. Anderson and
Kermit E. Anderson, by and through their attorneys, Irwin & McKnight, and respectfully file this
Answer to the New Matter of Defendant Michelle L. Martin, averring as follows:
19. The averments in paragraph nineteen (19) are conclusions of law to which no
response is required. To the extent a response is required, the averments are specifically denied
and strict proof thereof is demanded at trial.
20. The averments in paragraph twenty (20) are conclusions of law to which no
response is required. To the extent a response is required, the averments are specifically denied
and strict proof thereof is demanded at trial.
21. The averments in paragraph twenty-one (21) are conclusions of law to which no
response is required. To the extent a response is required, the averments are specifically denied
and strict proof thereof is demanded at trial.
22. The averments in paragraph twenty-two (22) are conclusions of law to which no
response is required. To the extent a response is required, the averments are specifically denied
and strict proof thereof is demanded at trial.
WHEREFORE, the Plaintiffs, Cherlyn L. Anderson and Kermit E. Anderson, demand
judgment against Defendant, Michelle L. Martin, in an amount less than the arbitration limit of
Fifty Thousand ($50,000.00) Dollars, plus costs, interest, and all other relief this Honorable
Court deems fair and just.
Respectfully Submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIGHT `ol?o A2&
By:
Dougl G. Miller, Esquire
Supreme Court ID No. 83776
West Pomfret Professional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013
(717) 249-2353
Dated: August 2, 2007 Attorney for Plaintiffs
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Douglas G. Miller, Esquire, do hereby certify that I have served a true and correct copy
of the foregoing document upon the persons indicated below by first class United States mail,
postage paid in Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013, on the date set forth below:
JOHN A. LUCY, ESQUIRE
SUMMERS, MCDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, LLP
1017 MUMMA ROAD
SUITE 300
LEMOYNE, PA 17043
Date: August 2, 2007 IRWIN & McKNIGHT
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Dougl G. Miller, Esquire
Supreme Court I.D. No. 83776
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60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
PRAECIPE TO WITHDRAW
DEFENDANT'S MOTION TO COMPEL
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, L.L.P.
Firm #911
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 901-5916
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IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
PRAECIPE TO WITHDRAW DEFENDANT'S MOTION TO COMPEL
As all outstanding discovery has been received, kindly withdraw the Defendant's
Motion to Compel Discovery. Further, kindly discontinue and cancel argument
scheduled for Thursday, August 30, 2007, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom No. 4, Cumberland
County Courthouse, Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
BY: L D Lam
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing PRAECIPE TO
WITHDRAW DEFENDANT'S MOTION TO COMPEL has been mailed by U.S. Mail to
counsel of record via first class mail, postage pre-paid, this day of
2007.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
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CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiffs,
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
NO.06-6007 CIVIL AR
RULE 1312-1. The Petition for Appointment of Arbitrators shall be substantially in the following form:
PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS
TO THE HONORABLE, THE JUDGES OF SAID COURT:
John A. Lucy , counsel for the4AWKMefendant in the above action (or actions),
respectfully represents that:
1. The above-captioned action (or actions) is (are) at issue.
2. The claim of the plaintiff in the action isr I ess than the -arbitration limit of
The counterclaim of the defendant in the action is
*$50,000, plus costs, interest, and all other relief.
The following attorneys are interested in the case(s) as counsel or are otherwise disqualified to sit as arbitrators:
Kevin D Rauch, Esquire, and Douctlas G Miller, EsQuirP
WHEREFORE, your petitioner prays your Honorable Court to appoint three (3) arbitrators to whom the case shall be
submitted.
Respectfully submitted,
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ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW,
foregoing petition,
Esq., and
actions) as prayed for.
Distribution:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
1017 Mumma Rd., Ste. 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
60 W. Pomfret St.
Carlisle, PA 17013
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KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
Plaintiffs,
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
NO.06-6007 CIVIL AR
RULE 1312-1. The Petition for Appointment of Arbitrators shall be substantially in the following form:
PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS
TO THE HONORABLE, THE JUDGES OF SAID COURT:
John A. Lucy , counsel for thqltt mMefendant in the above action (or actions),
respectfully represents that:
1. The above-captioned action (or actions) is (are) at issue.
2. The claim of the plaintiff in the action is<k l PSG than the -arbitration limit of
The counterclaim of the defendant in the action is
*$50,000, plus costs, interest, and all other relief.
The following attorneys are interested in the case(s) as counsel or are otherwise disqualified to sit as arbitrators:
Kevin D Rauch, Esquire, and Douglas G Miller, Fscmirp
WHEREFORE, your petitioner prays your Honorable Court to appoint three (3) arbitrators to whom the case shall be
submitted.
Respectfully submitted,
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ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, ` X4A ek t3 , in consideration of the `
foregoing petition, Esq., ti-
Esq., and r7;i?" U" , Esq., are appointed arbitrators in the above captioned ction (or
actions) as prayed for.
Distribution:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
1017 Mumma Rd., Ste. 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
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60 W. Pomfret St.
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PLAINTIFFS
COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
DEFENDANT
06-6007 CIVIL TERM
ORDER OF COURT
AND NOW, this day of July, 2008, the appointment
of Stephen Tiley,
Esquire, to the Board of Arbitrators in the above-captioned case, IS VACATED.
Michael Whare, Esquire, is appointed in his place.
Byj?e'Court,
-- Gregory Barton Abeln Esquire
Chairman
`Michael Whare, Esquire
Court Administrator
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CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF
ARBITRATORS
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, L.L.P.
Firm #911
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
(717) 901-5916
#15215
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
(Jury Trial Demanded)
PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS
TO THE HONORABLE, THE JUDGES OF SAID COURT:
John Lucy, counsel for the Defendant in the above-referenced action, respectfully
represents that:
1. The above-captioned action is at issue.
2. The claim of the Plaintiff in the action is for personal injuries in an amount
less than the arbitration limit of $50,000, plus costs, interest, and all other relief.
3. The following attorneys are interested in the case as counsel or otherwise
disqualified to sit as arbitrators: NIA.
WHEREFORE, your Petitioner prays your Honorable Court to appoint three (3)
arbitrators to whom the case shall be submitted.
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
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Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing PETITION
FOR APPOINTMENT OF ARBITRATORS has been mailed by U.S. Mail to counsel of
record via first class mail, postage pre-paid, this 21St day of November, 2008.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & SKEEL, L.L.P.
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CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
PETITION TO SCHEDULE STATUS
CONFERENCE
(Jury Trial Demanded)
Filed on Behalf of the Defendant
Counsel of Record for This Party:
Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Pa. I.D. #83058
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE and SKEEL, P.C.
Firm #911
100 Sterling Parkway, Suite 306
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 901-5916
#15215
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and CIVIL DIVISION
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
NO. 06-6007
V.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
PETITION TO SCHEDULE STATUS CONFERENCE
AND NOW, comes the Defendant, Michelle L. Martin, by and through her
counsel, Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie & Skeel, P.C., and John A. Lucy,
Esquire, and files the following Petition to Schedule Status Conference and in support
thereof avers as follows:
1. This matter arises out of a motor vehicle accident which occurred on
October 13, 2004 at the intersection of East North Street and North Bedford Street,
Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
2. As a result of this accident, a Complaint was filed by the Plaintiff and pled
under the compulsory arbitration limits in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania.
3. Prior to the filing of this Petition, both parties have attempted to schedule
Arbitration; however, due to scheduling conflicts, the Arbitration in the above matter has
been rescheduled on two occasions.
4. As a result of this rescheduling, the Arbitration Chairman has requested
that the parties agree on a mutual date for arbitration.
5. As of the date of this Petition, defense counsel has attempted to
coordinate available dates with Plaintiffs counsel; however, no arbitration has been
scheduled to date.
6. The undersigned counsel requests a Status Conference with this
Honorable Court in order to discuss with the Court the status of the above matter and
request for arbitration.
WHEREFORE, for all the above reasons, the undersigned counsel respectfully
petitions this honorable Court to conduct a Status Conference to discuss the scheduling
of this case for arbitration as well as future discovery deadlines.
Respectfully submitted,
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE 8/SKEEL, P.C.
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Kevin D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I HEREBY CERTIFY that a true and correct copy of the foregoing PETITION TO
SCHEDULE STATUS CONFERENCE has been mailed by U.S. Mail to counsel of
record via first class mail, postage pre-paid, this 27th day of January, 2010.
Douglas G. Miller, Esquire
Irwin & McKnight
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, PA 17013
SUMMERS, McDONNELL, HUDOCK,
GUTHRIE & $KEEL, P.C.
By: I I-,,/ V U
K&in D. Rauch, Esquire
Counsel for Defendant
MAY 0 5 2010
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband,
Plaintiffs,
CIVIL DIVISION
NO. 06-6007
V.
(Jury Trial Demanded)
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
ORDER
AND NOW, TO WIT, this day of 2010, the Court
hereby schedules a Status Conference on 2010, at
before the Honorable 22 in Courtroom No.
At the Status Conference, trial counsel shall be prepared to discuss
scheduling of this action for Arbitration, including the deadlines for discovery.
BY THE COURT:
Distribution to:
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Summers, McDonnell, Hudock, Guthrie & Skeel, L.L.P.
1017 Mumma Road, Suite 300
Lemoyne, PA 17043
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vs.
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant
N0.06-6007 CIVIL
ORDER
AND NOW, this ~ g' day of July, 2010, the appointment of Leslie Ann Tomeo,
Esquire, as arbitrator in
appointed in her place.
above-captioned case is VACATED. John Abom, Esquire, is
BY THE COURT,
Gregory Abeln, Esquire
~hn Abom, Esquire
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We do solemnly swear (or affirm} that we will support, obey and defend the Constitution of the United
States and the Constitution of this Commonwealth and that we will discharge the duties of our office
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Now, the ~~~-.day of ,, 20~~, at o,_, ~.M., the above award was
entered upon the dooket and noTice thaJ~~i ren by mail to the parties or their attorneys.
Arbitrators' compensation t;~ be paid upon! appeal: $ .3~U , (y)
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We, the undersigned arbitrators, having been duly appointed and sworn (or affirmed), make the
following award: (Note: If damages for delay are awarded, they shall be separately stated.)
CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her
husband,
Plaintiffs
vs.
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 06-6007 CIVIL
MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant
ORDER
AND NOW, this S't4 day of August, 2010, the appointment of John A. Abom,
Esquire, as a member of the Board of Arbitrators in the above-captioned case is VACATED. R.
Christopher VanLandingham, Esquire, is appointed in his place.
BY THE COURT,
Kevin A. ess. P. J.
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Chairman, Board of Arbitrators
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CHERLYN L. ANDERSON and
KERMIT E. ANDERSON, her husband
Plaintiffs,
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MICHELLE L. MARTIN,
Defendant.
: IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF
: CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA
CIVIL ACTION - LAW
NO. 2006 - 6007
JURY TRIAL DEMANDED
PRAECIPE TO SATISFY SETTLE AND DISCONTINUE
TO: The Prothonotary:
Kindly mark the above-captioned matter satisfied, settled and discontinued, with
prejudice.
Respectfully Submitted,
IRWIN & McKNIGHT, P.C.
Do as Miller, Esquire
Supreme Court I.D. No. 83776
West Pomfret Professional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
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CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE
I, Douglas G. Miller, Esquire, do hereby certify that I have served a true and correct copy
of the foregoing document upon the persons indicated below by first class United States mail,
postage paid in Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013, on the date set forth below:
Matthew Ridley, Esquire
100 Sterling Parkway
Suite 308
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Date: November 18, 2010 IRWIN & McKNIGHT, P.C.
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Douglas . Miller, Esquire
Supreme Court I.D. No. 83776
West Pomfret Professional Building
60 West Pomfret Street
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013-3222
(717)249-2353