Hertel v. Parke

WOLLET, J.,

Plaintiff filed a complaint on July 21, 1987 against defendant for damages sustained as a result of an automobile accident. Defendant Parke has filed a preliminary objection under Pa.R.C.P. 1028 in the nature of a demurrer or motion to strike and avers items of medical expenses and lost wages are not recoverable. Argument on the preliminary objection was held November 24, 1987 and both parties have submitted briefs in support of their positions.

In Hall v. Goodman Co., 310 Pa. Super. 465, 456 A.2d 1029 (1983), the court set forth the applicable standard of review when considering…