King v. Bauer

McGEE, Justice.

OPINION ON REHEARING

The opinion and judgment of March 20, 1985 are withdrawn and the following is substituted. The motion for rehearing of Dr. Bauer is overruled.

Mrs. Estle King sued Dr. James Bauer, alleging negligent administration of radiation therapy. The trial court rendered judgment on the jury’s verdict and awarded Mrs. King $297,000 actual damages plus interest. The court of appeals reversed the judgment of the trial court and rendered judgment that Mrs. King take nothing, finding no evidence that Dr. Bauer breached the standard of care which a reasonable and prudent…