Lallone v. Philadelphia Suburban Transportation Co.

Kun, J.,

— The complaint filed in this case charges defendant with negligence in the operation of one of its buses in Chester County as a result of which plaintiff was injured. Service on defendant was made by deputizing the Sheriff of Delaware County, who served defendant at its office there. Defendant filed preliminary objections questioning the sheriff’s return and the jurisdiction of the court, on the ground that defendant “does not transact any substantial part of its business in Philadelphia County” and has no property and/or place of business therein. Plaintiff filed an answer to the…