Roberts-Henry v. Richter

Opinion by

Judge RULAND.

Martha Gay appeals from orders of the trial court denying her motion for attorney fees, costs, and sanctions as well as her motion for change of judge. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand for further proceedings.

Plaintiff, Melissa Roberts-Henry, filed a malpractice suit against defendant, Jason Richter, her previous psychiatrist, alleging negligence, outrageous conduct, breach of fiduciary duty, and an entitlement to exemplary damages. The basis for her complaint was a sexual relationship with defendant which commenced during the course of her therapy.

Gay was…