2008AP3138 Miller v. Valley Orthopaedics Ltd., et al.

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Torts
Medical malpractice; informed consent

Dr. Mark Wikenheiser, the Medical Protective Company, and the Wisconsin Patient Compensation Fund (Wikenheiser) appeal an order granting Michael and Michelle Miller’s post-trial motions. Wikenheiser argues the trial court erred by (1) finding there was no credible evidence to support the jury’s determination that Wikenheiser provided sufficient information for Miller to give informed consent to surgery, and (2) granting a new trial on Miller’s negligence claim pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 805.15(1). We agree the trial court erred in both respects. We therefore reverse and remand with directions to enter judgment in accordance with the jury’s verdict. Not recommended for publication in the official reports.

2008AP3138 Miller v. Valley Orthopaedics Ltd., et al.

Dist III, Polk County, Galewyrick, J., Peterson, J.

Attorneys: For Appellant: Skow, Ardell W., New Richmond; Biegert, Matthew A., New Richmond; Rasmussen, Christine A., New Richmond; For Respondent: Ryberg, J. Drew, Eau Claire; Happe, Michael J., Eau Claire; Howie, Scott L., Chicago, IL.

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