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Carolyn Porter, as Administratrix of the Estate of Walter Franking Shepard, Deceased, vs. Integrated of Amarillo, Inc, Individually and d/b/a Integrated Health Services of Amarillo.

Date: 04-17-1997

Case Number: 80,653-C

Judge: Patrick A. Pirtle

Court: 251st District Court, Potter County, Texas

Plaintiff's Attorney: Carson Smith and Gene Storrs of Smith Storrs Wilson & McConnell, Amarillo, Texas

Defendant's Attorney: Dan Burrows of Peterson Farris Doores & Jones, Amarillo, TexasUnknown

Description:

Medical Negligence - Mr. Walter Shepherd, age 83, was admitted to integrated Health Services for rehabilitation as a result of a stroke. Seven weeks later, he had acquired various stages of decubitis ulcers to both heels, hip and elbow, resulting in a below the knee amputation and ultimate death on April 9, 1994. His estate initiated this survival cause of action under Texas law.

Outcome:

For Plaintiff for $286,880.32 in actual damages, $250,000 in punitive damages, and $72,862.20 in pre-judgment interest.

Plaintiff's Experts:

Dr. Dena Matthews, Dr. Jill Rhymes and Dr. Paul Slaughter.

Defendant's Experts:

Brenda Cleary and Dr. Larry Balzer.

Comments:

None

About This Case

What was the outcome of Carolyn Porter, as Administratrix of the Estate of Walter...?

The outcome was: For Plaintiff for $286,880.32 in actual damages, $250,000 in punitive damages, and $72,862.20 in pre-judgment interest.

Which court heard Carolyn Porter, as Administratrix of the Estate of Walter...?

This case was heard in 251st District Court, Potter County, Texas, TX. The presiding judge was Patrick A. Pirtle.

Who were the attorneys in Carolyn Porter, as Administratrix of the Estate of Walter...?

Plaintiff's attorney: Carson Smith and Gene Storrs of Smith Storrs Wilson & McConnell, Amarillo, Texas. Defendant's attorney: Dan Burrows of Peterson Farris Doores & Jones, Amarillo, TexasUnknown.

When was Carolyn Porter, as Administratrix of the Estate of Walter... decided?

This case was decided on April 17, 1997.