CIVIL FILINGS: Putnam County

March 19
Kenneth Dale Snyder vs. Absten & Sons, LLC and Absten Enterprises, LLC
PA- David B. Richardson
* On July 18, 2011, the defendants' work crew commenced the replacement of the staircase that provided the only access to the second floor and third floor of Snyder's apartment at Hickory Way Apartments. Snyder claims when he attempted to leave the apartment, the stair he was on collapsed and he was injured. Snyder is seeking compensatory and punitive damages.
Case number: 12-C-87

Adam W. Tincher vs. Trinity Coal Corporation
PA- Todd S. Bailess, Joy B. Mega
* Tincher was employed by the defendant from October 2011 until Jan. 4. He claims the defendant failed to pay his final wages within 72 hours of discharge. Tincher is seeking compensatory and punitive damages with pre- and post-judgment interest.
Case number: 12-C-90

March 28
Charles R. Winter and Debbie A. Winter vs. Rover Construction, Inc.
PA- Harvey D. Peyton; J- O.C. Spaulding
* On April 2, 2010, a large quantity of water accumulated on the Winters' property and they discovered that the accumulation was the result of excavation work performed by the defendant. The water caused the couple water damages. The Winters are seeking compensatory damages.
Case number: 12-C-96