Coleman Ex Rel. Schefski v. Stevens

WILKINS, Justice:

T1 James Coleman appeals from an adverse jury verdict in his action for medical malpractice. We reverse in part and remand in part as to taxable costs, but otherwise affirm.

BACKGROUND

T2 In March of 1991, James Coleman was diagnosed with laryngeal cancer by Dr. Kim Davis. Based upon Mr. Coleman's condition, Dr. Davis determined that two options were feasible, a total laryngectomy or, alternatively, radiation therapy. Dr. Davis concluded that a partial laryngectomy was not a reasonable treatment option. Mr. Coleman underwent radiation therapy. In February of 1992, Mr. Coleman…