Smith Ex Rel. Smith v. Smith

Finney, Justice:

These are medical malpractice actions. Appellants appeal from an order of the trial court granting the respondent’s (doctor) motions for summary judgment. We affirm.

Appellants commenced this action by filing a Summons and Complaint on March 8,1985. The appellant Johnnie Mae Smith (mother) sought recovery for damages sustained as a result of the doctor’s alleged negligent treatment during her pregnancy. Appellant Douglas L. Smith (father), as administrator of the child’s estate, sought recovery for the wrongful death of their child. Each lawsuit contained two causes of action,…