Cases
Representative Matters: Heather Dupuy v. Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, et al, Cause No. A2401-16-157 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi
Tried April 23, 2018). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Memorial Hospital, where the plaintiff, Heather Dupuy, claimed the hospital, staff
nurses negligently breached the st
ard(s) of care when providing medical services to Mrs. Dupuy for an abscess. During the course of lancing the abscess without sufficient anesthetic, a blood vessel was struck. Additional specialized surgery was required to treat the injury. After a two day bench trial, the parties were instructed by the Court to submit proposed findings of fact
conclusions of law. The Court ruled in favor of the Defendants
entered a Judgment of Dismissal on September 4, 2018.
Cavalier/Scruggs v Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, Cause No. 2014-287 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi
Tried August 22, 2016). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Memorial Hospital, where the plaintiff, Lautain M. Scruggs, was a patient, having undergone a laparoscopic right hemicolectomy for treatment of colon cancer. It was alleged that plaintiff was left alone
while fall risk was noted on her door
on a bracelet, no other precautions, including electronic alarms, were taken to prevent plaintiff from falling. Plaintiff fell in her room, suffering a right subdural hematoma requiring surgical evacuation,
further suffered from respiratory failure, pseudomonas pneumonia
brain injury. Five day bench trial resulted in a Judgment of Dismissal
findings by the Court in favor of the Defendant. The Plaintiff has appealed the ruling. The Judgment was affirmed by the Mississippi Supreme Court of Appeals on September 13, 2018.
Pascagoula-Gautier School District v. Board of Supervisors of Jackson County, Mississippi, 212 So. 3d 742 (Miss. 2016)
Meaux v. Miss. Dept' Public Safety, et al., 2016 U.S. Dist. Lexis 21773 (S.D. Miss. 2016)
Thrash v. Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, LLP, 183 So. 3d 838 (Miss. 2016)
Fairley v. MDOT, Cause No. 2012-00114(1) (Circuit Court of Jackson County, Mississippi
Tried October 12, 2015). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Mississippi Transportation Commission. This case involved a motorcycle accident that occurred when the Plaintiff, Robert Fairley, alleges that as he was traveling north, an employee of MDOT came running from the tree line out onto the highway. The Plaintiff claims he veered the motorcycle out of the way when he saw the flagman step into the road
move into his lane of travel. The Plaintiff claims he locked up the motorcycle brakes, causing him to skid
tumble down the gravel. The alleged damages included medical expenses, physical pain
suffering, mental
emotional distress,
loss of enjoyment of life. Additionally, the Plaintiff's wife, Barbara Fairley, claimed loss of consortium damages, including loss of society
household services. Three day bench trial resulted in a Judgment of Dismissal
findings by the Court in favor of the Defendant. Plaintiff (pro se) has filed a Motion for Retrial
Reconsideration which was denied.
Spurlock v. Knight, et al, Cause No. 12-0467 (Circuit Court of Hancock County, Mississippi
Tried April 6, 2015). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Dr. F. Collins Knight. According to the complaint, Patricia Spurlock, deceased, presented to the emergency room at Hancock Medical Center
alleged Spurlock had a significant prior medical history of mesenteric artery disease,
the Defendants failed to request a surgical consult while Spurlock was in the ED despite her significant abdominal pain, history of mesenteric artery disease, elevated white blood cell count
abnormal vital signs. She was pronounced dead as a result of cardiac arrest as a consequence of an infarcted bowel . Eight day trial resulted in a jury defense verdict
final judgement of dismissal.
Harding v. Awaad, No. A2401-2011-216 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi, First Judicial District
Tried January 27, 2015). Lead Counsel for Defendants, Dr. Awaad
South Mississippi Heart & Vascular Institute, PLLC. According to the Complaint, Ms. Harding was admitted to the hospital chest tightness. It was alleged that Dr. Awaad failed to use due care in manipulating the catheter while it was in her aorta
rupturing the aorta with the catheter. Such medical malpractice
/or professional negligence was the proximate cause of Ms. Harding's death, or alternatively, proximately caused her the loss of a reasonable probability of survival
/or substantial improvement of her condition. Four day trial resulted in a jury defense verdict
final judgment of dismissal.
Holmes v. Witter, No. C2402-2002-0033(4) (Chancery Court of Harrison County, Second Judicial District
Tried July 30, 2014). Lead Counsel for Plaintiff. Plaintiff filed a petition seeking a judgment of contempt against Defendant for failure to pay child support, medical expenses
college expenses
failure to pay percentage of the net proceeds of the sale of Witter Auto Salens, Inc.
failure to maintain life insurance
failure to abide by no overnight visitors provision of the property settlement
custody agreement. Defendant filed a counter-claim. Judgment was entered in favor of the Plaintiff for the total net amount of $20,913.19.
Ditta v. Beau View, 2014 U.S. Dist. Lexis 145665 (S.D. Miss. 2014)
Moss Point School District v. Stennis, 132 So. 3d 1047 (Miss. 2014)
M.C.
Linda Morris v. Inside-Outside, Cause No.: A2401-2006-347 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi, First Judicial District
Tried November 13, 2013). Lead Counsel for Plaintiffs. Plaintiffs entered into aa agreement with Defendant Inside Outside for the purchase of various cabinets for the kitchen of their home. By separate agreement, Plaintiffs also contracted with Defendant for installation of certain granite countertops
sink in the kitchen. The cabinets failed to meet the reasonable expectations of the Plaintiffs
did not conform to the design
representations of the Defendant. This bench trial case was tried for three days
pursuant to the Court's instructions, the parties submitted proposed Findings of Fact. The Court dismissed the matter
found in favor the Defendant.
L&F Homes Development, LLC v. City of Gulfport, 2012 U.S. Dist. Lexis 100055 (S.D. Miss. 2012), aff'd by 2013 U.S. App. Lexis 16452 (5th Cir. 2013). Lead Counsel for Defendant, City of Gulfport, where the Plaintiff alleged that subsequent to their December 2009 purchase of the Roundhill Subdivision (located on L
on Road in Harrison County, Mississippi), the City wrongfully denied it water
sewer service. The Plaintiffs believe they were denied water service because 781 Group, LLC, an entity that attempted to develop a MEMA cottage residential community near JFM Parkway
L
on Road, was also denied water service, which the Plaintiffs allege was denied by the City as part of a scheme to prevent low income Black persons from locating to that area. The Court granted the Defendant's Motions for Summary Judgment
dismissed this matter on July 20, 2012. This matter was appealed
oral argument was held on April 29, 2013. The Fifth Circuit affirmed the lower Court's ruling by Opinion dated September 20, 2013.
Jan F. Bishop
James M. Bishop v. Thomas Paul Mace, Cause No.: A2401-2012-130 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi, First Judicial District
Tried May 21, 2013). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Dr. Mace. Dr. Mace performed an excisional biopsy of a lymph node in the left posterior region of Plaintiff Jan Bishop's neck. The complaint alleges that during the course of the procedure, the Plaintiff's left spinal accessory nerve was damaged
contends that Plaintiff suffers from a left spinal accessary nerve injury that has resulted in a limitation of her left arm. The case was tried for four days
resulted in a verdict for the Defendant.
Steven Hayne v. The Doctors Company, et al, Cause No. 251-11-342-civ (Circuit Court of Hinds County, Mississippi
Judgment of Dismissal entered December 28, 2012). Lead Counsel for Defendants, The Doctors Company
The Doctors Company Insurance Services. A complaint was filed against Dr. Hayne by Kennedy Brewer alleging negligence arising from Hayne's autopsy of a deceased, Christine Jackson. This Complaint alleges Hayne was an investigating pathologist, was named by the State of Ms as a designated state pathologist
was routinely employed for the purpose of conducting autopsies arising from suspected homicides. The Complaint alleges Hayne was negligent in the forensic analysis of Jackson's body in that he breached st
ard forensic practices, failed to report pathology findings,
asserted erroneous medical conclusions as to the injuries of the decedent. The Complaint alleges as a result of Hayne's forensic pathology analysis
findings, Kennedy Brewer was arrested
eventually convicted of the murder of Jackson. The Brewer Complaint also alleges professional negligence of Hayne arising within the acts covered by the Tail Coverage. TDC asserted that the alleged injuries to Brewer
Edmonds were not to a patient of Hayne
therefore TDC concluded that the claim was not a covered act under the policy issued to Hayne. Hayne sued TDC
alleges that by refusing to provide benefits of coverage
defense of a legal claim, TDC acted arbitrarily, fraudulently, oppressively, maliciously,
outrageously toward Hayne, with conscious disregard for his rights under the law
under the TDC policy, with the intent
design of benefiting TDC financially, of harassing Hayne, of discouraging Hayne from asserting valid claims,
of avoiding payment of amounts due for defense or indemnity of a claim. As a direct result, Hayne is alleging he sustained substantial economic loss, attorneys fees
costs, embarrassment, humiliation, mental
emotional distress
discomfort. Defendants filed a Motion to Dismiss
/or for Summary Judgment. The Court granting summary judgment in favor of the Defendants
ultimately entered a Judgment of Dismissal. The Plaintiff appealed
oral argument was held on May 28, 2014. The Judgment was affirmed by the Mississippi Supreme Court.
Paul Allen Spears, Individually
as Guardian of Annabelle Spears, a minor v. David A. Harris, M.D., Cause No. A2402-2008-274 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Mississippi, Second Judicial District
Tried December 11, 2012). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Dr. Harris, where the Plaintiffs alleged that during an adenotonsillectomy, in which Dr. Harris was the anesthesiologist, one of the minor's teeth was knocked loose during the anesthesia process. The case was tried for 4 days
resulted in a verdict for the defendant.
Benny P. Martin v. RSAE, LLC, Domino's Pizza, LLC
RPM Pizza, LLC
Ruth Blansett
J.T. Blansett, Jr., Cause No.: 2010-0225 (Circuit Court of Marion County, Mississippi
Tried August 27, 2012). Lead Counsel for Defendant, RPM Pizza, LLC, where the Plaintiff alleged that the co-defendants, Blansett
Blansett, were responsible for an auto accident during the scope
course of their employment with RPM. The case was tried for 3 days
resulted in a verdict for the plaintiff against co-defendants, Blansett
Blansett. only. Defendant, RPM Pizza, LLC, was dismissed.
Buchanan v. Gulfport Police Dept., 2013 U.S. App. Lexis 11314 (5th Cir. 2013). Lead Counsel for Defendants, Officer Craig Petersen, Officer Paul Podlin, Officer Joseph Wuest, Officer Jason Br
t
Officer Ryan Stachura, where the Plaintiff alleged that the Defendant police officers engaged in the use of excessive
unreasonable force during the arrest of the Robert Buchanan, on July 5, 2007. The Complaint alleges that as a result of the actions of the Defendants, certain constitutional rights of the Buchanan were violated, including his 5th, 8th
14th Amendment rights. The Defendants filed a Motion for Summary Judgment on these particular allegations, arguing that the constitutional provisions that Buchanan alleges to have been violated were not violated under the circumstances. The Court entered its Opinion
Order Granting Defendants' Motions for Summary Judgment on May 25, 2012. After oral argument, this matter was affirmed by the Fifth Circuit on June 4, 2013
Plaintiff's Motion for Rehearing was denied.
Mitchell Crane Servs. v. Page, 126 So.3d 29 (Miss. 2013). Lead Counsel for Defendant in case where Defendant's truck was stolen
involved in auto accident. Plaintiffs claim that the Defendant failed to secure equipment on the flatbed portion of the truck prior to its theft, resulting in the loss of the load
impact with the Plaintiff's vehicle. Jury trial resulted in a split decision on the liability of the defendant with that of an unknown thief. A separate jury trial resulted in a verdict in favor of all the Plaintiffs. This matter was appealed
oral argument was held on October 2, 2013. The MS Supreme Court reversed the judgment of the Pearl County Circuit Court
rendered judgment in favor of the Defendant.
Smith v. Norm
Children Diversified Class Trust, 122 So.3d 1234 (Miss. Ct. App. 2013)
All Types Truck Sales, Inc. v. Carter & Mullings, Inc., 178 So. 3d 755 (Miss. Ct. App. 2012). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Carter & Mullins, Inc., where the Plaintiff alleged that he operated a truck sales business on Dedeaux Road in Gulfport, Mississippi, which was being reconstructed
widened by the insureds beginning in 1998. which made it difficult for trucks to enter
exit the business. As a result, it is alleged the Plaintiff alleged lost of truck sales
revenue
ultimately had to close his business. The theories of liability are negligence, strict liability, interference with business,
breach of third party beneficiary contract. Two day bench trial resulting in directed defense verdict
final judgment of dismissal.
Robert Raymond Weisler, III v. United States of America, W.G. Yates & Sons Construction, Inc., Class A. Painting, LLC, Whitesell-Green, Inc. & Whitesell-Green, Inc./W.G. Yates & Sons, A Joint Venture, Cause No. 1:09cv622HSO-JMR (U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi, Southern Division
Tried February 6, 2012). Lead Counsel for Defendants, W.G. Yates & Sons Construction, Inc., Whitesell-Green, Inc. & Whitesell-Green, Inc./W.G. Yates & Sons, A Joint Venture, where the Plaintiff alleged that he sustained injuries as a result of a slip
fall on a walkway leading out of a U.S. Government facility at the Stennis Space Center. The case was tried for six days
resulted in a verdict for the Defendants.
Jasmine Campbell, Individually
as Natural Mother
Guardian of Matthew Campbell, a Minor v. Kathryn McClure, M.D., Cause No.: A2402-2006-0226 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Second Judicial District
Tried December 6, 2011). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Kathryn McClure, M.D., where the Plaintiff alleged that the defendant doctor failed to properly manage her prenatally in connection with a pregnancy. The baby was born macrosomic
sustained a suspected shoulder dystocia at the time of birth resulting in a permanent brachial plexus palsy. The case was tried for eight days
resulted in a verdict for the Defendant doctor.
Cassidy Joy Hodges v. George County School District, et al., Cause No. 2007-0205(3) (Circuit Court of George County). Lead Counsel for Defendants, George County School District
Audrey Parker where the Plaintiff alleged George County School District is liable for injuries she received when a school bus, owned by the school district
driven by Parker, negligently ran over her lower right leg. One day bench trial resulted in the Judge requesting additional memor
um/letter briefs from counsel. After briefing, the Court entered a Final Judgment of Dismissal.
Weckesser v. Chicago Bridge & Iron, et al, 2011 U.S. App. Lexis 19314 (5th Cir. 2011). Lead Counsel for Defendant, L.G. Barcus
Sons, Inc. where the Plaintiffs allege that the construction of a water tower on Maple Street rendered their property unstable
subject to damages, that the drilling caused cracking ceilings, walls
floor tiles, that the welding sparks
slag caused damages to the vinyl siding, window screens
roofing shingles,
emotional distress. Two day trial resulted in a jury defense verdict
final judgment of dismissal, including recovery of costs from the Plaintiffs. Plaintiffs filed a Motion of Appeal
Motion for Relief from Judgment or Order. The Fifth Circuit Affirmed the lower Court's ruling on September 16, 2011.
Maressa Thomas v. Mississippi Transportation Commission, et al., Cause No. 2007-09-092(1) (Circuit Court of Green County
Tried August 9, 2010). Lead Counsel for Defendants, where the Plaintiff alleged that as a passenger in a truck begin driving by her brother she was injured when a work truck collided with them. The Plaintiff claimed that the accident occurred because a yield/one-way sign located in the median area was twisted inward in such a fashion
was of such a height that it obscured the driver's line of vision. After a two-day bench trial, the Defendants were granted a judgment of dismissal, pursuant to Rule 41(b) of the Miss. R. Civ. P., with prejudice
all costs taxed against the Plaintiff.
Kapp v. Schiavi, 2010 U.S. Dist. Lexis 105959 (S.D. Miss. 2010)
McDonald v. Memorial Hospital, 2007-CA01743-SCT (Miss. 2009)
Worthy v. Dr. Trainor, 2008-CA00507-COA (Miss. Ct. App. 2009)
Childs v. Hancock County Board of Supervisors, 2009 WL 262462 (Miss. Ct. App. 2009)
Daisy Mitchell v. Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, et al., Cause No. A2401-2003-171 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, First Judicial District
Tried April 29, 2009). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Memorial Hospital, where the Plaintiff alleged injuries due to a slip
fall on a wet substance . Plaintiff alleged that she suffered severe hip, leg
knee damage, nerve damage, pain
suffering, mental distress, loss of quality of life,
other injuries. Three day trial resulting in the Court requesting additional briefing from all counsel. Plaintiff
this Defendant settled
an Agreed Order of Dismissal was entered prior to final Judgment from the Court.
Gloria G. Guerin on behalf of Estate of George J. Guerin v. Urgicare of Memorial Hospital, et al., Cause No.: A2402-2002-144. (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Second Judicial District
Tried December 29, 2008). Lead Counsel for Defendant in a case where the Plaintiff alleged a wrongful death when the decedent presented to the facility with symptoms described as severe pain in his left hip
groin
the later cause of death was defined as pulmonary embolus due to deep leg venous thrombosis. Three day trial resulted in directed defense verdict
final judgment of dismissal. Plaintiff filed a Motion for New Trial or to Alter or Amend Judgment, which was denied.
Emmanuel Bradford, Jr. for the Estate of Florence Bradford v. Scott M. Gioe, M.D., et al., Cause No.: A2401-99-077 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, First Judicial District
Tried October 13, 2008). Lead Counsel for Defendant in a case where the Plaintiff alleged a wrongful death when the decent underwent a laparoscopic cholecystectomy with repair of an umbilical hernia. Three day trial resulted in directed defense verdict
final judgment of dismissal.
John Vincent v. U. of Southern MS, et al. consolidated with
Ged O'Connor v. U. of Souther MS, et al. consolidated with
John Mollaghan v. U. of Southern MS, Cause Nos. CI00-0263, CI01-0056,
CI01-0024 (consecutively) (Circuit Court of Forrest County
Tried June 16, 2008). Lead counsel for the Defendant Varnell where the Plaintiffs alleged claims of sexual harassment, gender discrimination
retaliation under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
/or 42 U.S.C. 1983. Six day trial
over a day of deliberation resulted in a verdict for the Plaintiffs. On July 1, 2008, Defendant Varnell filed a Motion for JNOV. On March 5, 2009, the Trial Court entered on Opinion
Order finding in favor of all Defendants
against O'Connor on his tortuous interference with business relations. On April 12, 2010, the Trial Court entered an Opinion
Order on the Motion for JNOV granting Varnell's Motion as to O'Connor's gender discrimination
retaliations claims, but denying it as to his sexual harassment claims
as tot he amount of the jury verdict. O'Connor then filed a Motion to Reconsider on April 22, 2010, which was denied by Order on November 8, 2010. Varnell appealed to the Supreme court of MS on December 16, 2011. The Supreme Court rendered its opinion on November 01, 2012, stating that there was insufficient evidence to support to Jury's verdict in favor of the O'Connor
reversed the Circuit's Order denying the motion for JNOV
rendered judgment in favor of Varnell. The Supreme Court also found that there was insufficient evidence to support the jury's verdicts in favor of Vincent
Mollaghan
therefore affirmed the Circuit's Order granting the Defendants' Motion for JNOV.
Howell v. Garden Park Community Hospital, 2008 WL 4042786 (Miss. Ct. App. 2008)
Horace A. Ryals v. Phillip Bertucci, et al., Cause No: A2401-2002-760 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, First Judicial District, Mississippi
Tried May 21, 2007). Lead Counsel for Defendant in case where the Plaintiff was pulling a pier out of the water with a rope attached to his truck when the rope snapped
struck the rear window glass causing the glass to shatter over the face of the Plaintiff. The Plaintiff alleged medical negligence against Defendants. Three day trial resulting in directed defense verdict
final judgment of dismissal. The Plaintiff appealed
the Appeal Court entered a M
ate on February 25, 2010 affirming the Judgment of the Circuit Court
denying the Plaintiff's Motion for Rehearing.
Magnolia I, Inc. v. Hancock County MS, 2006 WL 2592275 (Miss. Ct. App. 2006)
Pitalo v. Garden Park Medical Center, 933 So. 2d 297 (Miss. 2006)
Scaggs v. Garden Park Medical Center, 931 So. 2d 1274 (Miss. 2006)
Long Beach Auto Auction v. United Security Alliance, Inc., 936 So. 2d. 351 (Miss. 2006). Lead Counsel for Plaintiff in a case whereby Defendant would install
service a closed circuit television security system. Three day trial resulted in jury verdict for the Plaintiff in the amount of $41,410.18.
F. Charles Phillips v. MS Dept of Public Safety, et al., Cause No.: CI2004-0278 (Circuit Court of Forrest County, Mississippi
Tried October 30, 2006). Lead Counsel for Defendants in case where the Plaintiff alleged injuries arises out of an encounter between Highway Patrolmen Joseph W. Seals
Thomas E. Little, in which plaintiff's vehicle was mistaken for that of the perpetrator (both occupying a white SUV ), resulting in plaintiff being forcibly removed from his vehicle
h
cuffed. Three day non-jury trial resulting in a Judgment of Dismissal in favor of the Defendants. Plaintiff filed an appeal
the Judgment was affirmed by the Mississippi Supreme Court.
Charles Stauter v. Ernest Manning Construction, et al., Cause No. CI2001-00,196(3) (Circuit Court of Jackson County, Mississippi
Tried on August 7, 2006). Lead Counsel in claim where Plaintiff was alleging negligent operation of a crane after a load was dropped
struck him during lifting operations at a local shipyard. Eight day trial resulting in a jury verdict for Defendant.
Mary Beth Chin v. Isle of Capri, et al., Cause No. A2402-99-197 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Second Judicial District, Mississippi
Tried on May 15, 2006). Lead Counsel in case of suit by patron alleging a slip
fall injury at the casino. Defense verdict after four day trial.
MacDonald v. Miss. Trans. Comm'n, 2006 WL 2671952 (Miss. Ct. App. 2006)
Annie Clayton v. Warren Construction, Co., Inc., et al., Cause No. C101-0011 (Circuit Court of Forrest County
Tried on June 2, 2004). Lead Counsel for Defendants in case where employee of the Defendant was involved in an automobile accident with Plaintiff. Three day trial concluded with an unanimous defense verdict - no appeal or post trial motions pursued.
Laird v. ERA Bayshore Realty, 841 So. 2d 178 (Miss. 2003)
Haggerty v. Foster, 838 So. 2d 948 (Miss. 2003). Lead Counsel for Defendant, Foster Construction Company. This case involved a claim of automobile negligence against the Defendants. Jury Trial resulting in a defense verdict. Ken Aultman of the Morris Bart Lawfirm was counsel for the Plaintiff. Matter was appealed
affirmed.
Little v. Miss. Dept. of Human Services, 835 So. 2d 9 (Miss. 2003)
Mobashir
Fauzia Solangi v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Cause No. D2401-1999-184 (County Court of Harrison County, First Judicial District
Tried on October 28, 2002). Lead Counsel for the Plaintiffs in connection with a slip
fall claim. Jury trial. Judgment awarded for the Plaintiffs following week long trial. Opposite counsel - Pat Buchanan of Brown, Buchanan
Sessums.
Martina
Joseph Tucker v. Riverboat d/b/a Isle of Capri Casino, No. A2402-1997-199 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Second Judicial District
Tried on October 4, 2002). Lead Counsel for the Defendants in case. Jury trial. Case involved a slip/trip
fall of Plaintiff while attempting to ascend a flight of stairs. Judge directed a verdict for the Defendant prior to closing argument. Appealed
affirmed. Opposite counsel - Chris Fitzgerald of Pritchard Law firm.
Sally Mistretta v. Isle of Capri, No. A2402-1999-216 (Circuit Court of Harrison County, Second Judicial District
Tried on August 13, 2001). Lead Counsel for the Defendant in case. Jury trial. Case involved a claim of the Plaintiff where she hit her head on the door threshold of a shuttle. Defense verdict. David Gontor (New Orleans) was counsel opposite.
Diane B. Perkins, et al v. Dr. Alton Dauterive, et al., Cause No. 96-0335 (Circuit Court of Hancock County
Tried on August 30, 2001). Lead Counsel for the Defendant, Dr. Dauterive, in a claim of medical malpractice resulting in a claim of wrongful death. Defense verdict after eight day jury trial. Matter was appealed to Mississippi Court of Appeals
defense verdict affirmed. Wynn Clark
Donald C. Dornan were counsel opposite.
Belinda Jennings, et al v. Herring Gas Co., Cause No. 98-0156-A (Circuit Court of Pike County
Tried on January 25, 2001). Lead Counsel for the Defendant in the case involving an exploding propane gas tank resulting in personal injury to Plaintiffs. Verdict for Plaintiff after three day jury trial. Wayne Dowdy of McComb/Magnolia represented the Plaintiff.
Thomas v. Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co., 233 F. 3d 326 (5th Cir. 2000)
Nathan Mitchell v. City of Gulfport, No. 1:97-cv-619GR (U.S. District Court, Southern Division of Mississippi
Tried February 22, 2000). Lead Counsel for the Defendant. Jury trial. Claim was a 1983 claim involving an assertion
allegation of excessive force. Claim was settled toward the end of the Defendant's presentation of proof. Chester Nicholson
Gail Nicholson were counsels for the Plaintiffs.
Louis Meaut v. RPM Pizza, Inc., et al., No. CI96-0367(2) (Circuit Court of Jackson County
Tried January 10, 2000). Lead Counsel for the Defendant. Jury trial. Case involved a claim of automobile negligence against the Defendant. Verdict for Plaintiff of medical expenses. Ken Aultman of the Morris Bart Lawfirm represented Plaintiff.
RPM Pizza v. Hill, 675 So. 2d 1286 (Miss. 1995)
Miss. Ins. Guar. Assoc. v. Federal Ins. Co., 675 So. 2d 344 (Miss. 1995)
RPM Pizza v. Grozinske, 669 So. 2d 781 (Miss. 1995)
A. J. Moody v. RPM Pizza, 659 So. 2d 877 (Miss. 1995)
Frank v. Dre, (Mississippi Coast Coliseum Comm.), 635 So. 2d 1369 (Miss 1994)
Stonecipher. Kornhaus, 623 So. 2d 955 (Miss. 1993)
Stelly v. Barlow Woods, Inc., 963 F. Supp. 592 (S.D. Miss. 1993)
Bankston v. Pass Road Tire Center, 611 So. 2d 998 (Miss. 1992)
Meyn v. City of Gulfport, 570 So. 2d 1198 (Miss. 1990)
Wong v. Garden Park Community Hospital, 565 So. 2d 550 (Miss. 1990)
Robinette v. American Liberty Ins. Co., 720 F. Supp. 577 (S.D. Miss. 1989)
Holley v. International Paper Co., 497 So. 2d 819 (Miss. 1986)
