McElveen v. Ferre

Yvonne McElveen sued Dr. George Ferre for medical malpractice, alleging that he was negligent in numerous particulars related to two back surgeries he performed on her. The jury returned a verdict for Ferre. The court denied McElveen’s motions for judgment non obstante veredicto and for a new trial. McElveen appeals on the grounds that (1) the evidence overwhelmingly supported her claims; and that the court erred (2) in admitting certain evidence, (3) in its charge to the jury, and (4) in permitting improper closing argument by Ferre’s counsel. We affirm.

1. McElveen contends the evidence…