Levine v. Levine

In this incapacity proceeding, Scott Levine, M.D. (“Dr. Levine”), the petitioner below, appeals from two orders, the first dismissing his petition to determine the incapacity of his father, Norman P. Levine (“Mr. Levine”), and the second requiring that he pay the fees charged by the members of the examining committee. We affirm the trial court’s order dismissing the incapacity petition, but reverse the order requiring Dr. Levine to pay the fees of the examining committee.

Dr. Levine and his sister, Bonnie Stim-mel, are Mr. Levine’s adult children. Dr. Levine filed a petition to determine his…