Brailsford v. Brailsford

THOMAS, J.:

Donna Brailsford (Donna), in her individual and representative capacities, appeals the trial court’s Order Granting Summary Judgment and Dismissing Causes of Action, arguing (1) her cause of action on behalf of the estate of William M. Brailsford (William) for fraud survived William’s death; and (2) in the alternative, the trial judge lacked authority to issue the Order after engaging in allegedly inappropriate ex parte communication with opposing counsel. Donna also appeals the denial of her motion to alter or amend, alleging the trial judge was without jurisdiction to issue the…