Gores v. Miller

ZINTER, Justice.

[¶ 1.] A minor child- sustained physical injuries in an auto accident. The .minor and her parent-conservator signed a general release in exchange for -a settlement with the driver,- insured, and insurer of the auto. The release did not specifically name the treating- physician or clinic, but it released all other claims that might develop from the accident. The minor and her parent subsequently filed a malpractice suit against the clinic and the physician who treated the injuries the minor sustained in the accident. -The circuit court ruled that the release discharged the…