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SUPREME COURT CHAMBERS
STATE OF NEW YORK
BUFFALO, NY 14202
CHAMBERS OF 716 - 845 - 9468
FREDERICK J. MARSHALL FAX: 716 - 845- 5164
Justice
October 12, 2017
Steven M. Cohen, Esq. Florina Altshiler, Esq.
2410 North Forest Road . 12 Fountain Plaza, Suite 600
Amherst, New York 14068 Buffalo, New York 14202
John P. Danieu, Esq. Colleen Mattrey, Esq.
—
424 Main Street, Suite 1920 14 Lafayette Square, Suite 500
Buffalo, New York 14202 Buffalo, New York 14203
Re: Wojdan v ECMC
Index No. 808140/2015
Counselors:
In furtherance of our conference of October 12"', may this
correspondence confirm that, within 30 days of the date of this
correspondence, the issues pertaining to the plaintiff's wife's deposition be
addressed. Specifically, defense counsel have
-have requested all documents,
videos, notes, memoranda, etc. reviewed in preparation for her deposition.
Specifically counsel-afe directed to comply with thetoutstanding demands,
prepare a privilege]dg for tliose-documents and/ofothers that are being
protective. order.,'
withheld, or file a nidtion fof a protective order, as-discussed.
Further, plaintiff's counsel is directed to advise by way of an amendment
to the existing bill of particulars, or otherwise, as to any 1983 claims. Should
counsel decide not to pursue such claims, they are directed to memorialize
-,''
same in writing. =..
schedule-:a'
At this juncture,-we are declining to schedule a report back date,
awaiting information on the foregoing.
Thank you for your continued courtesies.
Ver truly rs,
Amy . le ler,
Confide ti I Law Clerk to
Fred j.S.C.
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SUPREME COURT CHAMBERS
STATE OF NEW YORK
BUFFALO, NY 14202
CHAMBERS OF 716 - 845 - 9468
FREDERICK J. MARSHALL FAX: 716 - 845- 5164
Justice
November 8, 2017
Steven M. Cohen, Esq. Florina Altshiler, Esq.
2410 North Forest Road 12 Fountain Plaza, Suite 600
Amherst, New York 14068 . Buffalo, New York 14202
John P. Danieu, Esq. Colleen Mattrey, Esq.
424 Main Street, Suite 1920 14 Lafayette Square, Suite 500
Buffalo, New York 14202 Buffalo, New York 14203
Re: Wojdan v ECMC
Index No. 808140/2015
Counselors:
In furtherance of mine of October 12th, I requested specific information
pertaining to the above captioned matter.
Inasmuch as I have not received any information, I have taken the
liberty of scheduling this matter for a report back conference on Novernber 30,
2017 at 9:00 AM.
'
Thank you for your anticipated cooperatiC
V
.,V:y y truh durs,
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Amy . Ziagler,
Confi ential Law Clerk to
Fred rick j. Marshall, j.S.C.
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SUPREME COURT CHAMBERS
STATE OF NEW YORK
BUFFALO, NY 14202
CHAMBERS OF 716 - 845-9468
FREDERICK J. MARSHALL FAX; 716 - 845-5164
Justice
2017--
November 30, 2017
Scott Esq.
' -:: . Florina Esq.
Duquin, AItshiler,
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2410 North Forest Road .: 12 Fountain Plaza, Suite 600
York:
Amherst, New York 14068 Buffalo, New York 14202
John P. Danieu, Esq. Colleen Mattrey, Esq.
424 Main Street, Suite 1920 .. 14 Lafayette Square, Suite 500
Buffalo, New York 14202 , Buffalo, New York 14203
Re: Wojdan v ECMC
Index No. 808140/2015
Counselors:
In furtherance of our conference of November 30th, plaintiff wilt respond
to those issues addressed in my correspondence of October 12, 2017 on or
before December 29, 2017.
In addition, counsel have requested documents pertaining to the
underlying car accident, including non-fault authorizations, pleadings and
authorizations for both; SSI/SSD and/or Medicare.
Further, we need to address the potential for any 1983 claim prior to
rescheduling depositions.
In addition, counsel shall address the companion action and determine
whether the cases should be consolidated.
This matter is scheduled for a report back conference on January 24,
2018 at 11:00 AM. Ms. Altshiler will supply coverage or advise the Court as
to will be appearing telephonically.
Thank you for your kind courtesies.
V ry trul yours,
i,(
Amy 3. .
Žlegler,
Confi tial Law Clerk to
Frederic'k J. Marshall, J.S.C.
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Roach, Brown,
JOSEPHV. McCARTHy OFCOUNSEL
R & P.C. T. ALANBROWN
McCarthy Gruber,
ELIZABETHG.ADYMY ARTHURJ MALONEY
JOELJ.JAVA,JR.
KEVIND.McCARTHY (1920-2011)
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HS 424 MAIN STREET Y T. MIER
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BUFFALO, NEW YORK l 4202-3619
SPECIALCOUNSEL 852-0400 NURSECONSULTANTS
RUTHANNE WANNDP (716) R.N.
KATHLEEN.BITfNER,
FAX (7I6) 852-2535 . EjLEENULRICH,R.N.
BARBARA LALAMA,R.N.
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LEGALASSISTANTS
KARENE.BUZZELLi
MARIAR.BRAID
August 25, 2017
Steven M. Cohen, Esq.
HOGAN WILLIG, PLLC
North Forest Road, Suite 301
Amherst New York 10468
Re: Wojdan v Ede County Medical Center Corporation, et at
IndexNo.: 15354-E
Our RIe No.: 15044
Dear Mr. Cohen:
As a follow-up to my email correspondence to you on August I4, 20I7, please be advised
that we will not proceed with the continuation of McMindes Wojdan's deposition which is
Shelly
presently scheduled for September 28, 20l 7, ifwe do not receive a copy of the audio recordings
prior thereto.
Kindly provide the requested audio recordings by September 21, 2017 (one week prior to
the scheduled deposition) or we will be forced to adjourn Mrs. Wojdan's deposition until counsel
has had the opportunity to review the recordings prior to further testimony of the witness, Thank
you for your anticipated cooperating in thisregard.
Sincerely,
McCARTHy'
ROACH BROWN, McCARTHY
& GRUBER RC .
®NISj'J
Kait R. Miceli
cc: Florina Altshiler, Esq.
Colleen Nattrey, Esq.
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PERSONALINJURY& MALPRACTICE ADDITIONALOFFICES:
MATRIMONIAL& FAMILYLAW 155SUMMERSTREET
LITIGATION BUFFALO,NY 14222
CORPORATE & "" LAW
CRIMINALDEFENSE HOGANWILLIG 6133 ROUTE219 8
REALESTATELAW ATTORNEYS AT LAW NY 14731
ELLICOTTVILLE,
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ESTATES& ELDERLAW MAIN OFFICE: 43 CENTRALAVENUE
GUARDIANSHIPS 2410 NORTHFORESTROAD | SUITE301 | AMHERST,NEWYORK14068 LANCASTER,NY 14086
BANKRUPTCY & DEBTRELIEF PHONE:716.636.7600 | TOLLFREE:800.636.5255 | FAX: 716.636.7606
VEHICLE& TRAFFICLAW 770 DAVISONROAD
SOCIALSECURITYDISABILITY WWW.HOGANWILLIG.COM LOCKPORT,NY 14094
SERVICEBY FAXANDEMAILNOTACCEPTED
June 19, 2017
Kait Miceli Esq.
Roach, Brown, McCarthy & Graber, PC Florina Altshiler Esq.
1920 Liberty Building Russo & Toner LLP
424 Main Street 12 Fountain Plaza
Buffalo, NY 14202 Buffalo, NY 14202
Colleen K Mattrey, Esq.
Smith Sovik Kendrick & Sugnet PC
500 Rand Building
14 Lafayette Square
Buffalo, NY 14203
RE: Wojdan v. ECMC et al
Counselors:
May this email confirm the deposition continuation of Shelly Wojdan has been scheduled for
10th
August and August th,2017 at 10:00am here in our Amherst office located at 2410
North Forest Road, Suite 301, Amherst, NY 14068. I have also secured a court reporter for these
dates.
Thank you for your time and cooperation. Should you have any questions and/or concerns,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Brittany Vesper
Direct line 716.932.6 0
Direct fax 716.932.6760
bvesper@hoganwillig.com
(HI 660996I)
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PERSONALINTURY& MALPRACTICE '
ADDITIONALOFFICES:
MATRIMONIAL& FAMILYLAW 155SUMMERSTREET
LITIGATION BUFFALO,NY 14222
E°R"'°"^"'""s'E'"""'^"
CRIMINALDEFENSE HOGANWILLIG 6133 ROUTE219S
REALESTATELAw ATTORNEYS AT LAW NY 14731
ELLICOTTVILLE,
ESTATEPLANNING,WILLS& TRU$TS
ESTATES& ELDERLAW MAINOFFICE: 43 CENTRALAVENUE
GUARDIANSHIPS 2410NORTHFORESTROAD | SUITE301 I AMHERST,NEWYORK14068 LANCASTER,NY 14086
BANKRUPTCY & DEBTRELIEF PHONE:716 636 7600 | TOLLFREE:800.636.5255 | FAx: 716,636.7606
VEHICLE& TRAFFICLAW 770DAVISONROAD
SOCIALSECURITYDISABILITY WWW.HOGANWILLIG.COM LOCKPORT,NY 14094
SERVICEBY FAXANDEMAILNOTACCEPTED
May 24, 2017
John Danieu, Esq. Florina Altshiler Esq.
Roach, Brown, McCarthy & Graber, PC Russo & Toner LLP
1920 Liberty Building 12 Fountain Plaza
424 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14202
Buffalo, NY 14202
Colleen K Mattrey, Esq.
Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP
50 Fountain Plaza , Suite 1700
Buffalo, NY 14202
RE: Wojdan v. ECMC et al
Counselors:
Please be advised that at this time we would like to schedule to continue the deposition of Shelly
McMindes. Please advise availability at your earliest convenience.
Thank you for your time and cooperation. Should you have any questions and/or concerns,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Brittany Vesper
Direct line 716.932.6760
Direct fax 716.932.6760
bvesper@hoganwillig.com
(HI444318.1)
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STEVEN M. COHEN* ADDITIONALOFFICES.
LITIGATIONCHAIR 155SUMMERSTREET
BUFFALO,NY 14222
PHONE716.636.7600
DIRECTFAX:7 6 932.6718 HOGANWILLIG 43 CENTRALAVENUE
SCOHEN@HOGANWILLIG.COM AT TORNEY S AT LAW LANCASTER,NY 14086
*ALSOLICENSEDINPA MAIN OFFICE: 770 DAVISONROAD
2410 NORTHFORESTROAD ] sUlTE301 | AMHERST,NEWYORK14068 LOCKPORT,NY 14094
MR COHEN'
COHEN'sPARALEGAL: PHONE:716.636.7600 ( TOLLFREE:800.636.5255 | FAx: 716.636.7606
STEPHANIESWEENEY 6133 RTE219S
DIRECTPHONE:716.932.6754. WWW.HOGANWILLIG.COM NY 14731
ELLICOTTVILLE,
SSWEENEY@HOGANWILLIG COM SERVICEBY FAX ANDEMAILNOTACCEPTED
May 2, 2017
Kait R. Micell, Esq. Colleen K. Mattrey, Esq.
Roach, Brown, McCarthy & Gruber, PC Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP
1920 Liberty Building 50 Fountain Plaza, Suite 1700
424 Main Street Buffalo, New York 14202
Buffalo, New York 14202
Florina Altshiler, Esq. (By email and US Post)
Russo & Toner, LLP
12 Fountain Plaza
Buffalo, New York 14202
RE: Wojdan vs. ECMCC, et al.
Index No. 808140/2015
.._____________________________________
Counselors:
Shelley Wojdan turned over allof the written materials referenced at the March 9, 2017
to journal entries and medical documents with hand-
deposition, wit, diaries, notes, calendars,
written notations. We are enclosing those materials herein. There are no edits or redactions.
Since it is voluminous, as a courtesy, we have scanned the materials in their entirety,
organized by category, and placed same on a disc which is enclosed.
Very truly yours,
Steven M. Cohen, Esq.
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Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP
Colleen K. Mattrey
Partner
cmattrey@1ippes.corn
Ai LAW
April 21, 2017
VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL
Steven M. Cohen, Esq.
Hogan Willig, PLLC
2410 North Forest Road, Suite 301
Amherst, New York 10468
. . ... .
.... .. Re: Wojdan v. Erie Medical Center Corporation. et al.
Timothy County
Index No.: 808140/2015
Dear Mr. Cohen:
Please be advised that Defendant, William Dice, M.D., hereby joins the requests and
adopts the legal arguments set forth in Ms. Altshiler's correspondence dated March 9,
2017, March 21, 2017 and April 6, 2017.
Please provide copies of all diaries, calendars and journals prepared by Mrs. Shelly
McMindes-Wojdan and the name and last known address of the Plaintiff s friend and
her boyfriend that were present with the Plaintiff at ECMC on the date of the accident,
as testified to by Mrs. Shelly McMindes-Wojdan.
Please provide the above requested documents and information as soon as possible.
Very truly yours,
Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP
Colleen K. Mattrey
CKM/jms
cc: John P. Danieu, Esq.
Florina Altshiler, Esq.
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50 Fountain Plaza„Suite
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phoiie:716,853,5!
716,853,510000 fax: 716.853.5198 lippes,corn
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Phone (716) 800-6389; Fax (716)381-8155
www.russetoner.com
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Florina Esq.
Altshiler,
faltshiler@runotoner.com
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April 6, 2017
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Steven M. Cohen, Esq.
HOGAN WILLIG, PLLC
2410 North Forest Road - Ste. 301
Amherst, New York 10468
Re: Wojdan v. ECMC, etal,
Index No.: 153343-E
Our File No.: 230.092
Dear Mr. Cohen, Esq:
I am writing to follow-up to my correspondence of March 9, 2017, and March 21, 2017.
We have not received a response to date.
To date, we do not have copies of all diaries, calendars and journals prepared by Mrs.
years'
Shelly McMindes-Wojdan. As she testified that she has three worth of documentation, we
anticipate significant discovery. As you know, we will not move forward with depositions until
such time as we have had an opportunity to review the documents at issue.
Lastly, we had requested that you identify the name and last known address of the
plaintiff's friend and her boyfriend that were present with the plaintiff at ECMC on thedate of the
accident, as testified to by Mrs. Shell y Wojdar.
Please provide the above requested documents and information as soon as possible.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.
Very truly yours,
RUSSO & TONER LLP
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RUSSO & TONER LLP
AT 'ORNEŸS AT LAW
12 Fountain Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14202
Phone (716) 800-6389; Fax (716)3814155
www.russotoner.com
Managing Attorney,Buffalo Office
FlorinaAltshiler,Esq.
faltshilar(dlrussotoner.com
(212) 482-0001 x311
(716) 800-6389
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Via Facsimile only 716-636-7606
Steven M. Cohen, Esq.
HOGAN WILLIG, PLLC
2410 North Forest Road - Ste. 301
Amherst, New York 10468
Re: Weidan v. ECMC, et al,
Index No.: 153543-E
Dear Mr. Cohen, Esq
I am writing to follow-up to my correspondence of March 9, 2017. We have not received
a response to date. As you know, the deposition of the plaintiff's wife, Shelly McMindes-Wojdan,
was truncated on March 9, 2017 due to newly discovered information and documents that have
not been exchanged with defense counsel. Further, it appears that while you represented Mrs.
Shelly Wojdan at deposition, the nature and extent of your representation of thisnon-party witness
remained to be addressed, Please advise whether you are and/or will be representing the interests
of Mrs. Shelly Wojdan inthis action,
To date, we do not have copies of all diaries, calendars and journals prepared by Mrs.
years'
Shelly McMindes-Wojdan. As she testified that she has three worth of documentation, we
anticipate significant discovery. As you know, we will not move forward with depositions until
such time as we have had an opportunity to review the documents at issue.
Further, we had requested that you identify the name and last known address of the
plaintiff's friend and her boyfriend that were present with the plaintiff at ECMC on that date of
loss, as testified to by Mrs. Shelly Wojdan today. Please advise.
Lastly, please advise ifyou stillplan on seeking to Amend the Complaint to add Mrs.
Shelly Wojdan as a plaintiff for a loss of consortium claim. As discussed and as addressed in my
earlier correspondence, itis our position that she lacks standing to bring such a claim as she was
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not legally married to the plaintiff at the time of alleged loss. We have provided you with case
law in support. If you have case law to the contrary, please so advise.
Thank you for your time and attention to this matter,
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RUSSO 4 TONER LIf,
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FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 SUPREME COURT CHAMBERS STATE OF NEW YORK BUFFALO, NY 14202 CHAMBERS OF 716 - 845 - 9468 FREDERICK J. MARSHALL FAX: 716 - 845- 5164 Justice October 12, 2017 Steven M. Cohen, Esq. Florina Altshiler, Esq. 2410 North Forest Road . 12 Fountain Plaza, Suite 600 Amherst, New York 14068 Buffalo, New York 14202 John P. Danieu, Esq. Colleen Mattrey, Esq. — 424 Main Street, Suite 1920 14 Lafayette Square, Suite 500 Buffalo, New York 14202 Buffalo, New York 14203 Re: Wojdan v ECMC Index No. 808140/2015 Counselors: In furtherance of our conference of October 12"', may this correspondence confirm that, within 30 days of the date of this correspondence, the issues pertaining to the plaintiff's wife's deposition be addressed. Specifically, defense counsel have -have requested all documents, videos, notes, memoranda, etc. reviewed in preparation for her deposition. Specifically counsel-afe directed to comply with thetoutstanding demands, prepare a privilege]dg for tliose-documents and/ofothers that are being protective. order.,' withheld, or file a nidtion fof a protective order, as-discussed. Further, plaintiff's counsel is directed to advise by way of an amendment to the existing bill of particulars, or otherwise, as to any 1983 claims. Should counsel decide not to pursue such claims, they are directed to memorialize -,'' same in writing. =.. schedule-:a' At this juncture,-we are declining to schedule a report back date, awaiting information on the foregoing. Thank you for your continued courtesies. Ver truly rs, Amy . le ler, Confide ti I Law Clerk to Fred j.S.C. FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 SUPREME COURT CHAMBERS STATE OF NEW YORK BUFFALO, NY 14202 CHAMBERS OF 716 - 845 - 9468 FREDERICK J. MARSHALL FAX: 716 - 845- 5164 Justice November 8, 2017 Steven M. Cohen, Esq. Florina Altshiler, Esq. 2410 North Forest Road 12 Fountain Plaza, Suite 600 Amherst, New York 14068 . Buffalo, New York 14202 John P. Danieu, Esq. Colleen Mattrey, Esq. 424 Main Street, Suite 1920 14 Lafayette Square, Suite 500 Buffalo, New York 14202 Buffalo, New York 14203 Re: Wojdan v ECMC Index No. 808140/2015 Counselors: In furtherance of mine of October 12th, I requested specific information pertaining to the above captioned matter. Inasmuch as I have not received any information, I have taken the liberty of scheduling this matter for a report back conference on Novernber 30, 2017 at 9:00 AM. ' Thank you for your anticipated cooperatiC V .,V:y y truh durs, .. Amy . Ziagler, Confi ential Law Clerk to Fred rick j. Marshall, j.S.C. FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 SUPREME COURT CHAMBERS STATE OF NEW YORK BUFFALO, NY 14202 CHAMBERS OF 716 - 845-9468 FREDERICK J. MARSHALL FAX; 716 - 845-5164 Justice 2017-- November 30, 2017 Scott Esq. ' -:: . Florina Esq. Duquin, AItshiler, " 2410 North Forest Road .: 12 Fountain Plaza, Suite 600 York: Amherst, New York 14068 Buffalo, New York 14202 John P. Danieu, Esq. Colleen Mattrey, Esq. 424 Main Street, Suite 1920 .. 14 Lafayette Square, Suite 500 Buffalo, New York 14202 , Buffalo, New York 14203 Re: Wojdan v ECMC Index No. 808140/2015 Counselors: In furtherance of our conference of November 30th, plaintiff wilt respond to those issues addressed in my correspondence of October 12, 2017 on or before December 29, 2017. In addition, counsel have requested documents pertaining to the underlying car accident, including non-fault authorizations, pleadings and authorizations for both; SSI/SSD and/or Medicare. Further, we need to address the potential for any 1983 claim prior to rescheduling depositions. In addition, counsel shall address the companion action and determine whether the cases should be consolidated. This matter is scheduled for a report back conference on January 24, 2018 at 11:00 AM. Ms. Altshiler will supply coverage or advise the Court as to will be appearing telephonically. Thank you for your kind courtesies. V ry trul yours, i,( Amy 3. . Žlegler, Confi tial Law Clerk to Frederic'k J. Marshall, J.S.C. FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 Roach, Brown, JOSEPHV. McCARTHy OFCOUNSEL R & P.C. T. ALANBROWN McCarthy Gruber, ELIZABETHG.ADYMY ARTHURJ MALONEY JOELJ.JAVA,JR. KEVIND.McCARTHY (1920-2011) K A E H TCHESON MARKR.AFFRONTI DANIELT. ROACH gATM SINGER 1920 UBERTY BUILDING 929-2013 KAITR,MICELI HS 424 MAIN STREET Y T. MIER RFARRELL BUFFALO, NEW YORK l 4202-3619 SPECIALCOUNSEL 852-0400 NURSECONSULTANTS RUTHANNE WANNDP (716) R.N. KATHLEEN.BITfNER, FAX (7I6) 852-2535 . EjLEENULRICH,R.N. BARBARA LALAMA,R.N. KMICEU@RQACHBROWN.CÖM LEGALASSISTANTS KARENE.BUZZELLi MARIAR.BRAID August 25, 2017 Steven M. Cohen, Esq. HOGAN WILLIG, PLLC North Forest Road, Suite 301 Amherst New York 10468 Re: Wojdan v Ede County Medical Center Corporation, et at IndexNo.: 15354-E Our RIe No.: 15044 Dear Mr. Cohen: As a follow-up to my email correspondence to you on August I4, 20I7, please be advised that we will not proceed with the continuation of McMindes Wojdan's deposition which is Shelly presently scheduled for September 28, 20l 7, ifwe do not receive a copy of the audio recordings prior thereto. Kindly provide the requested audio recordings by September 21, 2017 (one week prior to the scheduled deposition) or we will be forced to adjourn Mrs. Wojdan's deposition until counsel has had the opportunity to review the recordings prior to further testimony of the witness, Thank you for your anticipated cooperating in thisregard. Sincerely, McCARTHy' ROACH BROWN, McCARTHY & GRUBER RC . ®NISj'J Kait R. Miceli cc: Florina Altshiler, Esq. Colleen Nattrey, Esq. FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 PERSONALINJURY& MALPRACTICE ADDITIONALOFFICES: MATRIMONIAL& FAMILYLAW 155SUMMERSTREET LITIGATION BUFFALO,NY 14222 CORPORATE & "" LAW CRIMINALDEFENSE HOGANWILLIG 6133 ROUTE219 8 REALESTATELAW ATTORNEYS AT LAW NY 14731 ELLICOTTVILLE, ESTATEPLANNING,WILLS& TRUSTS ESTATES& ELDERLAW MAIN OFFICE: 43 CENTRALAVENUE GUARDIANSHIPS 2410 NORTHFORESTROAD | SUITE301 | AMHERST,NEWYORK14068 LANCASTER,NY 14086 BANKRUPTCY & DEBTRELIEF PHONE:716.636.7600 | TOLLFREE:800.636.5255 | FAX: 716.636.7606 VEHICLE& TRAFFICLAW 770 DAVISONROAD SOCIALSECURITYDISABILITY WWW.HOGANWILLIG.COM LOCKPORT,NY 14094 SERVICEBY FAXANDEMAILNOTACCEPTED June 19, 2017 Kait Miceli Esq. Roach, Brown, McCarthy & Graber, PC Florina Altshiler Esq. 1920 Liberty Building Russo & Toner LLP 424 Main Street 12 Fountain Plaza Buffalo, NY 14202 Buffalo, NY 14202 Colleen K Mattrey, Esq. Smith Sovik Kendrick & Sugnet PC 500 Rand Building 14 Lafayette Square Buffalo, NY 14203 RE: Wojdan v. ECMC et al Counselors: May this email confirm the deposition continuation of Shelly Wojdan has been scheduled for 10th August and August th,2017 at 10:00am here in our Amherst office located at 2410 North Forest Road, Suite 301, Amherst, NY 14068. I have also secured a court reporter for these dates. Thank you for your time and cooperation. Should you have any questions and/or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Brittany Vesper Direct line 716.932.6 0 Direct fax 716.932.6760 bvesper@hoganwillig.com (HI 660996I) FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 PERSONALINTURY& MALPRACTICE ' ADDITIONALOFFICES: MATRIMONIAL& FAMILYLAW 155SUMMERSTREET LITIGATION BUFFALO,NY 14222 E°R"'°"^"'""s'E'"""'^" CRIMINALDEFENSE HOGANWILLIG 6133 ROUTE219S REALESTATELAw ATTORNEYS AT LAW NY 14731 ELLICOTTVILLE, ESTATEPLANNING,WILLS& TRU$TS ESTATES& ELDERLAW MAINOFFICE: 43 CENTRALAVENUE GUARDIANSHIPS 2410NORTHFORESTROAD | SUITE301 I AMHERST,NEWYORK14068 LANCASTER,NY 14086 BANKRUPTCY & DEBTRELIEF PHONE:716 636 7600 | TOLLFREE:800.636.5255 | FAx: 716,636.7606 VEHICLE& TRAFFICLAW 770DAVISONROAD SOCIALSECURITYDISABILITY WWW.HOGANWILLIG.COM LOCKPORT,NY 14094 SERVICEBY FAXANDEMAILNOTACCEPTED May 24, 2017 John Danieu, Esq. Florina Altshiler Esq. Roach, Brown, McCarthy & Graber, PC Russo & Toner LLP 1920 Liberty Building 12 Fountain Plaza 424 Main Street Buffalo, NY 14202 Buffalo, NY 14202 Colleen K Mattrey, Esq. Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP 50 Fountain Plaza , Suite 1700 Buffalo, NY 14202 RE: Wojdan v. ECMC et al Counselors: Please be advised that at this time we would like to schedule to continue the deposition of Shelly McMindes. Please advise availability at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your time and cooperation. Should you have any questions and/or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Brittany Vesper Direct line 716.932.6760 Direct fax 716.932.6760 bvesper@hoganwillig.com (HI444318.1) FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 STEVEN M. COHEN* ADDITIONALOFFICES. LITIGATIONCHAIR 155SUMMERSTREET BUFFALO,NY 14222 PHONE716.636.7600 DIRECTFAX:7 6 932.6718 HOGANWILLIG 43 CENTRALAVENUE SCOHEN@HOGANWILLIG.COM AT TORNEY S AT LAW LANCASTER,NY 14086 *ALSOLICENSEDINPA MAIN OFFICE: 770 DAVISONROAD 2410 NORTHFORESTROAD ] sUlTE301 | AMHERST,NEWYORK14068 LOCKPORT,NY 14094 MR COHEN' COHEN'sPARALEGAL: PHONE:716.636.7600 ( TOLLFREE:800.636.5255 | FAx: 716.636.7606 STEPHANIESWEENEY 6133 RTE219S DIRECTPHONE:716.932.6754. WWW.HOGANWILLIG.COM NY 14731 ELLICOTTVILLE, SSWEENEY@HOGANWILLIG COM SERVICEBY FAX ANDEMAILNOTACCEPTED May 2, 2017 Kait R. Micell, Esq. Colleen K. Mattrey, Esq. Roach, Brown, McCarthy & Gruber, PC Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP 1920 Liberty Building 50 Fountain Plaza, Suite 1700 424 Main Street Buffalo, New York 14202 Buffalo, New York 14202 Florina Altshiler, Esq. (By email and US Post) Russo & Toner, LLP 12 Fountain Plaza Buffalo, New York 14202 RE: Wojdan vs. ECMCC, et al. Index No. 808140/2015 .._____________________________________ Counselors: Shelley Wojdan turned over allof the written materials referenced at the March 9, 2017 to journal entries and medical documents with hand- deposition, wit, diaries, notes, calendars, written notations. We are enclosing those materials herein. There are no edits or redactions. Since it is voluminous, as a courtesy, we have scanned the materials in their entirety, organized by category, and placed same on a disc which is enclosed. Very truly yours, Steven M. Cohen, Esq. SMC/lmn {H1432760. I}PERSONAL INNRY& MALPRACTICE |MATRIMONIAL LAW|LITIGATION|CORPORATE & FAMILY LAW|CRIMENAL & BUSINESS | REALESTATELAW DEFENSE EsTATE wiiss & TRUSTR PLANNING, (ELUSR ( EstATEs LAw[ GUARDIANSIIIFS ToY& DEBT (BANKRUF l VSHKLR RELIEF & TRAFFIc LAw( sociALsscURITY DISARILITY FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP Colleen K. Mattrey Partner cmattrey@1ippes.corn Ai LAW April 21, 2017 VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL Steven M. Cohen, Esq. Hogan Willig, PLLC 2410 North Forest Road, Suite 301 Amherst, New York 10468 . . ... . .... .. Re: Wojdan v. Erie Medical Center Corporation. et al. Timothy County Index No.: 808140/2015 Dear Mr. Cohen: Please be advised that Defendant, William Dice, M.D., hereby joins the requests and adopts the legal arguments set forth in Ms. Altshiler's correspondence dated March 9, 2017, March 21, 2017 and April 6, 2017. Please provide copies of all diaries, calendars and journals prepared by Mrs. Shelly McMindes-Wojdan and the name and last known address of the Plaintiff s friend and her boyfriend that were present with the Plaintiff at ECMC on the date of the accident, as testified to by Mrs. Shelly McMindes-Wojdan. Please provide the above requested documents and information as soon as possible. Very truly yours, Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP Colleen K. Mattrey CKM/jms cc: John P. Danieu, Esq. Florina Altshiler, Esq. . . 50 Fountain Plaza„Suite Plaza,Suite 1700 Buffalo,NY 14202 phone: phoiie:716,853,5! 716,853,510000 fax: 716.853.5198 lippes,corn FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 04/06/2017 THU 14: 57 FAX 716 381 8155 RuB S o 6 S Toner, LLP lrIi 001/002 )re NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 3' 1' RUSSO 4 TONER LLP ATTORNEŸS AT LAW 12 FountainPlaza,Buffalo,NY14202 Phone (716) 800-6389; Fax (716)381-8155 www.russetoner.com Managing Attorney, Buffalo Office Florina Esq. Altshiler, faltshiler@runotoner.com (212) 482-0001 x311 (716) 80006389 April 6, 2017 Vla Facsimile Only 716-636-7606 THIRD REQUEST Steven M. Cohen, Esq. HOGAN WILLIG, PLLC 2410 North Forest Road - Ste. 301 Amherst, New York 10468 Re: Wojdan v. ECMC, etal, Index No.: 153343-E Our File No.: 230.092 Dear Mr. Cohen, Esq: I am writing to follow-up to my correspondence of March 9, 2017, and March 21, 2017. We have not received a response to date. To date, we do not have copies of all diaries, calendars and journals prepared by Mrs. years' Shelly McMindes-Wojdan. As she testified that she has three worth of documentation, we anticipate significant discovery. As you know, we will not move forward with depositions until such time as we have had an opportunity to review the documents at issue. Lastly, we had requested that you identify the name and last known address of the plaintiff's friend and her boyfriend that were present with the plaintiff at ECMC on thedate of the accident, as testified to by Mrs. Shell y Wojdar. Please provide the above requested documents and information as soon as possible. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Very truly yours, RUSSO & TONER LLP WARTFORD OFFICE pgNN6YLVANIA OfflCE NIiWJERBBY OFNCE STAMFORDDPPICH NBWYORKOFACB 100PEARLEfBERT.14T1IFLOOR ONll iNIiSHAMINY Wr3Kl'LEX AVENUE 10FRANKI.JN ONESTAhfPORDPLZ 33WHmlHALL5T.,16tHEL Cl' CTA6103 HARTFORD, TidVD5E,PA 19053 NJ 08837 EDISON, BLVD 263TRESSER NliW YDRK,NY 10001 (860)9864849 674.6816 (2151 (T42)3R-5600 STAMFORD,CT 06901 (212}4E2.0001 40' 0803 (103)453-0600 (203) FILED: ERIETHUCOUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 04/06/2017 14t 57 FAX 716 381 8155 RuBOC & Toner, LLP 002/002 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 I RUSSO & TONER Sy: Florina Itshiler, Esq. cc: VIA FACSIMILE 716-852-2535 Kait R. Miceli, Esq. VIA FACSIMILE 716-853-5199 Colleen Mattrey, Esq. 2 FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 03/21/2017 TUE 9: 29 F AX 716 381 S1 5 5 Rils5o & Tonor, LLP lail001/002 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 RUSSO & TONER LLP AT 'ORNEŸS AT LAW 12 Fountain Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14202 Phone (716) 800-6389; Fax (716)3814155 www.russotoner.com Managing Attorney,Buffalo Office FlorinaAltshiler,Esq. faltshilar(dlrussotoner.com (212) 482-0001 x311 (716) 800-6389 March 21, 2016 Via Facsimile only 716-636-7606 Steven M. Cohen, Esq. HOGAN WILLIG, PLLC 2410 North Forest Road - Ste. 301 Amherst, New York 10468 Re: Weidan v. ECMC, et al, Index No.: 153543-E Dear Mr. Cohen, Esq I am writing to follow-up to my correspondence of March 9, 2017. We have not received a response to date. As you know, the deposition of the plaintiff's wife, Shelly McMindes-Wojdan, was truncated on March 9, 2017 due to newly discovered information and documents that have not been exchanged with defense counsel. Further, it appears that while you represented Mrs. Shelly Wojdan at deposition, the nature and extent of your representation of thisnon-party witness remained to be addressed, Please advise whether you are and/or will be representing the interests of Mrs. Shelly Wojdan inthis action, To date, we do not have copies of all diaries, calendars and journals prepared by Mrs. years' Shelly McMindes-Wojdan. As she testified that she has three worth of documentation, we anticipate significant discovery. As you know, we will not move forward with depositions until such time as we have had an opportunity to review the documents at issue. Further, we had requested that you identify the name and last known address of the plaintiff's friend and her boyfriend that were present with the plaintiff at ECMC on that date of loss, as testified to by Mrs. Shelly Wojdan today. Please advise. Lastly, please advise ifyou stillplan on seeking to Amend the Complaint to add Mrs. Shelly Wojdan as a plaintiff for a loss of consortium claim. As discussed and as addressed in my earlier correspondence, itis our position that she lacks standing to bring such a claim as she was HARTPORDOPPIG FHNNSYLVANIA011PICE NEWJERSEYOFNCE ArAMPoRDOFMCE NHWYORKOPFTCB 14THFLOOR 10DPEARLSTREET, oNENESHAMINYIN'nlRP1.EX 10PRANKLIN AVENUE ONESTAMFORD PLE 33WMrfEHALLb% 1610PL HARTFORD,CT 06103 FA 10060 TAHVoSB, EDISoN.NJ09837 265TRERSBR OLVD NEWYORK,NY10036 986-7845 CI' (860) (219)8744926 (732)7384600 STAMFORD,CT 96901 (212)4014001 (203)8880600 8800100 (3S) FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 381 Russo 6 LLP 002/00 2 9: FAX 716 8155 Toner, NYSCEF 03/21/2017 DOC. NO.TUB63 29 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 I' RUSSO & TONER not legally married to the plaintiff at the time of alleged loss. We have provided you with case law in support. If you have case law to the contrary, please so advise. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter, Very truly yours, RUSSO 4 TONER LIf, By: Florina iter,Esq. cc: VIA FACSIMILE - 716-852-2535 Kait R. Micell, Esq. ROACH, BROWN, McCARTHY, GRUBER, P.C. 424 Main Street - 41920 JJL)kAQJV) New Buffalo, ),1VTT York J VIA 4 TAVE 14202 VIA FACSIMILE - 716-853-5199 -853-5199 . Colleen Mattrey, Esq, Lippes Mathias Wexler Friedman LLP I 50 Fountain Plaza, Suite 1700 Buffalo, New York 14202 2 FILED: ERIE COUNTY CLERK 05/07/2018 02:27 PM INDEX NO. 808140/2015 NYSCEF DOC. NO. 63 RECEIVED NYSCEF: 05/07/2018 Roach, Brown, OFCOUNSEL JOSEPHV.McCARTHY T.A¼N BROM 8 Gruber, P.C. McCarthy ARTHUR.J. NIALONEY GREGQRY.T. JOEL' h1ILLER ' (1920-201I ) JOELJ JAVAJR. KEVIND.'MCCARTHY. DANIELT.O KEVIN Q CHESON (1928-.'2013 H) I R 1920 UBERTY BUlLDING S .NURSE'CONSULTANTS