Anthony Leo vs Lynn Nelson MD, et al


Case Name:Anthony Leo vs Lynn Nelson MD, et al
Case Number:LACL147070
Date of Trial:09/19/2023
Venue:
Polk County
Casetype/Claims:Personal Injury - Medical/Dental Malpractice

Judge:Paul D. Scott

Plaintiff's Counsel:James CookDefendant's Counsel: Connie Diekema

Verdict:For Defendant The jury determined that Dr. Nelson was not negligent.

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Statement of Case:
This case involves medical care provided by Defendant Lynn Nelson, M.D., an employee of Defendant Des Moines Orthopedic Surgeons, P.C. d/b/a DMOS, during the care and treatment he provided to Anthony Leo. Plaintiff Anthony Leo claims that Lynn Nelson, M.D. was negligent in the care and treatment he provided to Anthony Leo and that his alleged negligence has caused injuries to Anthony Leo.

Defendant Lynn Nelson, M.D., denies he was negligent and denies he caused any injury to
Anthony Leo.

Injuries alleged:Plaintiff Anthony Leo alleged that he sustained injuries to his cervical spinal cord as a result of surgery performed by defendant Dr. Nelson on January 29, 2018.

Official Jury Verdict Form:
Leo vs Nelson et al verdict form.pdfLeo vs Nelson et al verdict form.pdf

Documents of interest:
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Leo vs Nelson et al jury instructions.pdfLeo vs Nelson et al jury instructions.pdf

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