Burroughs v. Worsham

Yolanda Burroughs, individually and as personal representative for James Burroughs’ (Burroughs) estate, brought suit against Dr. John W. Worsham and Fairview Family Practice (collectively referred to as “Appellants”) for medical malpractice. She alleged causes of action for wrongful death, survival, and loss of consortium. The jury awarded $3,500,000 each for the survival and -wrongful death actions. The jury determined the decedent and Appellants were each fifty percent at fault. The jury found for Appellants on the loss of consortium claim. We affirm.

FACTS/PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

Burroughs…