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Jane Doe v. Dr. Michael R. Burt
Date: 10-08-2011
Case Number:
Judge: John Feick
Court: Circuit Court, Delaware County, Indiana
Plaintiff's Attorney: David L. Llewellyn
Defendant's Attorney: Benjamin Ice and Edward L. Murphy, Jr.
Description:
The mother of a boy born in Muncie, Indiana sued Dr. Michael R. Burt on a medical negligence battery theory claiming that she circumcised her son without her permission. She claimed that she did not want her child circumcised, saying her family believed in "genital integrity is a basic human right." She sought $400,000 on behalf of herself and her son.
Defendant admitted fault but contested damages.
Defendant admitted fault but contested damages.
Outcome:
Defendant's verdict.
Plaintiff's Experts:
Defendant's Experts:
Comments:
Editor's Note: The lack of consent to perform a medical procedure constitutes a battery at law and is actionable.
About This Case
What was the outcome of Jane Doe v. Dr. Michael R. Burt?
The outcome was: Defendant's verdict.
Which court heard Jane Doe v. Dr. Michael R. Burt?
This case was heard in Circuit Court, Delaware County, Indiana, IN. The presiding judge was John Feick.
Who were the attorneys in Jane Doe v. Dr. Michael R. Burt?
Plaintiff's attorney: David L. Llewellyn. Defendant's attorney: Benjamin Ice and Edward L. Murphy, Jr..
When was Jane Doe v. Dr. Michael R. Burt decided?
This case was decided on October 8, 2011.