Simon v. Maldonado

Robin Simon, D.O. (“Dr. Simon”), South Florida Orthopedics, Inc., and Health-South Corporation appeal a final order granting a new trial after a jury verdict and juror interview. Plaintiffs (“Maldona-dos”) cross-appeal the denial of the admission of a Fabre 1 defendant on the verdict form and the denial of cross-examination of Dr. Simon on her medical background. We reverse the order granting a new trial and affirm the issues on cross-appeal.

The Maldonados brought an action against Dr. Simon and her employers, South Florida Orthopedics, Inc. and HealthSouth Corporation, alleging negligent…