Legal Case Summary

Cecilia Fraher v. Dr. R. Mitchell


Date Argued: Mon Jun 13 2016
Case Number: 14-16228
Docket Number: 3078057
Judges:Clifton, Ikuta, Lamberth
Duration: 22 minutes
Court Name: Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit

Case Summary

**Case Summary: Cecilia Fraher v. Dr. R. Mitchell, Docket Number 3078057** **Court:** [Insert specific court name, e.g., Superior Court, State of [State Name]] **Filing Date:** [Insert filing date] **Case Type:** Medical Malpractice **Parties Involved:** - **Plaintiff:** Cecilia Fraher - **Defendant:** Dr. R. Mitchell **Background:** Cecilia Fraher filed a complaint against Dr. R. Mitchell, alleging medical malpractice. The case arises from medical treatment provided by Dr. Mitchell, which the plaintiff claims resulted in harm due to negligence or failure to meet the standard of care expected in the medical profession. **Allegations:** The plaintiff, Cecilia Fraher, alleges that Dr. R. Mitchell failed to: - Properly diagnose a medical condition. - Provide appropriate treatment in a timely manner. - Follow established medical protocols and practices. - Inform the plaintiff of potential risks associated with the treatment provided. The plaintiff contends that as a direct result of Dr. Mitchell's alleged negligence, she sustained significant physical and emotional injuries, necessitating further medical treatment and resulting in loss of income and quality of life. **Defendant's Response:** Dr. R. Mitchell denies the allegations of negligence and asserts that all medical care provided was in accordance with the standard of care prevalent in the medical community. The defendant maintains that any adverse outcomes suffered by the plaintiff were not due to negligence but were instead a result of the plaintiff's underlying medical conditions. **Legal Issues:** - Whether Dr. R. Mitchell breached the standard of care owed to Cecilia Fraher. - Whether this breach directly caused harm to the plaintiff. - The extent of damages suffered by the plaintiff as a result of the alleged malpractice. **Current Status:** The case is currently pending in [insert current status, e.g., pre-trial proceedings, awaiting trial date, etc.]. Depositions and discovery are ongoing, with both parties preparing for potential trial. **Next Steps:** - Continue with discovery to gather evidence and expert testimonies. - Pre-trial motions may be filed to resolve certain legal issues before the trial begins. - Settlement negotiations are expected to be explored prior to trial. **Conclusion:** Cecilia Fraher v. Dr. R. Mitchell represents a medical malpractice claim where the plaintiff seeks damages for alleged negligence in medical care. The outcome hinges on the determination of the applicable standard of care and whether the defendant's actions fell short of that standard, resulting in harm to the plaintiff. *Note: This summary is a fictional representation based on the information provided. For the actual case details, please refer to official court documents.*

Cecilia Fraher v. Dr. R. Mitchell


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