David Pullman v. Marc Schwartz MD, et al.

Summary

In this medical malpractice trial, Dr. Marc Schwartz performed surgery on David Pullman to remove an acoustic neuroma. Pullman claims Dr. Schwartz improperly performed the surgery, leading to nerve damage and facial paralysis.

Attorneys for Pullman assert that Schwartz inappropriately advocated for an unnecessary, more invasive form of surgery, as well as violating Pullman's terms of consent. They claim that the partial paralysis would require years of therapy.

Representatives for Dr. Schwartz contest these claims and suggest Dr. Schwartz operated properly. They attribute any damage to the facial nerve to the actions of an ENT surgeon who opened Pullman's skull first.

Outcome

Verdict for defendant.

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