Facts

On Jan. 24, 2008, plaintiff John Doe, age 71 years old, went in for eyelid surgery by defendant Roe Ophthalmologist. Roe Ophthalmologist, had anesthesia delivered to Doe by Roe Anesthesiologist. During the surgery, Doe's face caught on fire and he suffered second-degree burns.

PLAINTIFFS' CONTENTIONS:
The plaintiffs contended that defendants were negligent and that their conduct fell below the standard of care required for this procedure. The plaintiffs argued that the oxygen was running while electrocautery was in progress, causing a fire hazard.

DEFENDANTS' CONTENTIONS:
The defendants denied that the rare complication was a sign of negligence.

Injuries

Doe suffered injuries to his mouth, lip, and nose.

Result

The plaintiffs accepted a settlement of $100,000 from Roe Ophthalmologist and $30,000 from Roe Anesthesiologist.