Alaska Supreme Court January 27, 2006, S-11578 (Marsingill v. O'MALLEY)

OPINION

BRYNER, Chief Justice.

I. INTRODUCTION

Vicki Marsingill sued Dr. James O'Malley when, after failing to follow his recommendation to report to the emergency room, she suffered severe permanent injuries. At trial, she argued that had Dr. O'Malley adequately informed her of the risks of her condition, she would have heeded his advice and thereby avoided injury. A jury found in favor of Dr.