Schlader v. Interstate Power Co.

HARRIS, Justice.

Summary judgment was entered against the plaintiffs, dairy farmers, in this “stray voltage” suit. Plaintiffs appeal, especially challenging a trial court ruling rejecting proffered testimony of their expert witness. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand.

Interstate Power Company [hereinafter IPC] provides electricity to the dairy farm of Stephen Schlader and Carol Schlader [hereinafter Schladers]. The Schladers bought their farm in August 1985. For the next four years, the Schladers claim their dairy cow herd suffered decreased milk production and health problems. The…