Acosta v. Byrum

HUNTER, Judge.

Heather D. Acosta (“plaintiff’) appeals from an order dismissing her complaint against David R. Faber, II, M.D. (“Dr. Faber”) with prejudice. For the reasons stated herein, we reverse.

The issue in this case is whether the trial court properly dismissed plaintiff’s complaint as to Dr. Faber. Plaintiff argues that the complaint stated a valid claim against Dr. Faber for negligent infliction of emotional distress.

On 12 May 2005, plaintiff filed an action alleging invasion of privacy and intentional infliction of emotional distress against Robin Byrum (“Byrum”) and negligent…