Andras v. Memorial Hospital System

OPINION

COHEN, Justice.

This is an appeal from a dismissal for discovery abuse. This suit began in April 1991. The plaintiffs alleged fraud, misrepresentation, and violations of the Deceptive Trade Practices Act, complaining that Memorial had performed unnecessary services and overcharged for patient services between 1984 and 1990, When discovery disputes arose, the trial court struck in part the appellants’ sole expert witness, struck their pleadings, and dismissed the case with prejudice. We affirm.

PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

This suit was originally filed by Newton B. Schwartz, P.C. and Newton B.…