Banasczek v. Kowalski

OLSZEWSKI, J.,

— Edward Banasczek (plaintiff) instituted an action in trespass against William Kowalski (defendant) for money damages resulting from the alleged shooting of two of plaintiff s dogs. Preliminary objections in the form of a motion for more specific pleading and demurrer were filed on behalf of defendant to plaintiffs complaint.

Count II of the preliminary objections is in the nature of a demurrer. In support of the demurrer, defendant claims that there is no basis in Pennsylvania law for compensation for emotional distress and mental anguish to plaintiff as a result of the loss of…