A homeowner has filed a lawsuit against a remodeling company, alleging negligence that led to severe injuries. Jo Ellen R. Oggier lodged the complaint in the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, on October 27, 2022, naming HD Bath Pro, LLC d/b/a Re-Bath and RB Pro Inc as defendants.
According to the court documents, Oggier contracted HD Bath Pro and RB Pro Inc to remodel her bathroom at her residence located at 2950 Highland Avenue, McKeesport. On the day of the incident, October 27, 2022, Oggier was present at her home while the defendants were performing their remodeling duties. The complaint alleges that a wrinkled tarp carelessly laid down by the defendants created a hazardous condition that caused Oggier to trip and fall.
Oggier claims she sustained significant injuries from this fall, including a right humerus fracture and various bruises and contusions. She also reports suffering from nervousness, emotional tension, anxiety, and depression as a result of the accident. "As a direct and proximate result of the aforementioned accident," states the complaint, "Plaintiff sustained injuries some or all of which are or may be permanent."
The plaintiff further elaborates on her damages in detail: enduring great pain and suffering; incurring substantial medical expenses for treatment; undergoing painful physical therapy sessions; having surgical hardware placed in her arm that might require future removal; experiencing impaired general health and vitality; losing earnings due to impaired earning capacity; and being unable to enjoy previously enjoyed life pleasures.
Oggier asserts that both HD Bath Pro and RB Pro Inc knew or should have known about the dangerous condition but failed to take any steps to eliminate it or warn users like herself. The complaint accuses both companies of negligence for allowing such hazardous conditions to exist for an unreasonable period without adequate warnings or preventive measures.
In terms of legal relief sought, Oggier is requesting judgment for damages against both defendants in amounts exceeding the jurisdictional limits of compulsory arbitration. She is also seeking compensation for court costs, interest, and any other relief deemed just and equitable by the court.
Representing Jo Ellen R. Oggier is David M. Huntley from Woomer & Talarico law firm.