Vachon v. State

SNELL, Justice.

I. Introduction

Maurice and Kathie Vachon (“Vachons”) appeal from the entry of summary judgment against them with regard to their medical malpractice suit against the State of Iowa. The Johnson County District Court entered summary judgment against the Vachons on the ground that their claims against the State are time barred. The Vachons appeal to this court, claiming a genuine issue of material fact exists regarding the application of the discovery rule to their claims against the State. The State cross-appeals claiming the district court erred in holding the discovery rule…