Scheele v. Murk

ALMA L. LÓPEZ, Justice.

The appellant, Brian Scheele, sustained head and back injuries after falling from a horse. Brian was admitted to the University Hospital where the appellees, Dr. Steven Murk and Dr. Gary Flangas, treated him. Brian and his wife, Cindi, later sued Dr. Murk, Dr. Flangas, and other defendants, for damages they contend resulted from the defendants’ negligent treatment of Brian. The Scheeles subsequently non-suited their claims against the other defendants. Dr. Murk and Dr. Flangas moved for summary judgment on three grounds. The trial judge granted summary judgment in favor…