Nursefinders of Atlanta, Inc. v. Suttles

Johnson, Judge.

Nursefinders of Atlanta, Inc., filed suit against William S. Suttles (“Suttles”) as guardian of William Justin Suttles (“Justin”) alleging that Suttles failed to pay for medical services rendered to his minor son, Justin. Both parties moved for summary judgment. The trial court denied Nursefinders’ motion and granted Suttles’ motion, holding that Justin’s estate was not liable. Nursefinders appeals.

The record shows that in July 1983 Justin, then three years old, became semi-comatose following a dental procedure and has required continuous nursing care ever since. In September…