This Just In: Putnam County

June 30
Amrutha Kanth vs. Kenneth L. Kimple and Dana Corp., dba DTF Trucking Inc.
PA-Katherine L. Dooley; J-Eagloski
* Kanth of Hurricane says the defendants are to blame for a traffic accident in which Kimple of Columbia City, Ind., and an employee of Dana, hit her car on Interstate 64 on July 8, 2004. Kanth has suffered injuries and has had medical expenses so far of $16,011.07. Kanth seeks compensatory and punitive damages, court costs and attorney fees.
Case number: 06-C-220

July 3
BTL Shredded Paper Inc. vs. Town & Country Supply
PA-Mattew T. Roethe; J-Spaulding
* In a case originated in Rock County, Wisc., the plaintiff seeks $8,177.64 plus interest for paper and other products supplied to the Nitro-based defendant. The Wisconsin court ruled for BTL.
Case number: 06-C-226

July 6
Peggy Grant vs. Greg Kelley, M.D.; Torin Walters, M.D.; and Putnam General Hospital
PA-Philip M. Stowers; J-Spaulding
* After being injured and transported to Putnam General, Grant says the defendants were negligent in her care and treatment. She seeks joint and several compensatory and punitive damages, pre-judgment interest and court costs.
Case number: 06-C-228

July 7
Cathy J. Chapman vs. Clark Truck Parts Inc.
PA-Matthew S. Criswell; J-Spaudling
* Chapman accuses the defendant of wrongful discharge after she saw what she alleges are numerous state and federal violations while on the job. She also says she wasn't paid within 72 hours of being fired. She seeks damages and injunctive relief.
Case number: 06-C-230