Rothman v. Gamma Alpha Chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity

Christopher Rothman and his father, Michael J. Rothman, brought this action against the Gamma Alpha Chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity ("Gamma") and two individual members of Gamma, Jason Curry and Scott Byler. The complaint arose from an altercation that took place between Christopher and members of Gamma; it alleged assault and battery, conspiracy, outrage, and negligent conduct. The trial court entered a summary judgment in favor of Gamma and made the judgment final pursuant to Rule 54(b), A.R.Civ.P. The Rothmans appeal.

Christopher was a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity ("Delta")…