Lawrence v. Hutchinson

SCHWARTZMAN, Judge Pro Tem.

Frederick Earl Lawrence appeals from the denial of his motion for summary judgment and the grant of Keith E. Hutchinson’s motion for summary judgment. Hutchinson cross-appeals from the district court’s denial of his motion for attorney fees. We affirm.

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BACKGROUND

This appeal represents the culmination of more than ten years of litigation. In July 1996, Frederick Earl Lawrence and his wife were involved in an automobile accident. Although the other driver’s insurance company paid for the damages to their vehicle, it did not pay for Lawrence’s medical bills. Lawrence’s…