Chayce Collier v. Periclis Roussis, M.D.

**Collier v. Roussis: Medical Malpractice Case** This case involved a lawsuit filed on behalf of Chayce Collier, a minor, against Dr. Periclis Roussis and Fort Sanders hospitals. The family claimed that Chayce was injured when his mother had an allergic reaction during labor and delivery. They argued that the doctor and hospital staff were negligent in their care, which led to harm to the baby. The case went to trial with a jury. After hearing all the evidence, the jury found that Dr. Roussis was not negligent in his treatment. The jury also determined that the nurses were not at fault for what happened during the delivery. However, the appeals court sent the case back to the lower court for further proceedings, suggesting there may have been issues with how the trial was conducted or the jury's decision. **What This Means for Workers:** While this appears to be primarily a medical malpractice case rather than an employment law dispute, it demonstrates how healthcare workers can face legal challenges when patients believe they received inadequate care. The case shows that juries don't automatically side against medical professionals, and that proper documentation and following standard procedures can help protect healthcare workers from liability claims.