Court upholds $9.5 million malpractice verdict over failed vasectomy
A Pennsylvania appeals court has affirmed a $9.5 million malpractice judgment against Dr. Jason A. Smith. The case stems from a vasectomy that led to serious complications for patient Matthew Brennen. Those complications ultimately required the removal of one of his testicles. The jury's award also compensated Matthew and his wife, Lisa, for the suffering and loss they endured. During trial, expert testimony rebutted the defense's explanation involving testicular torsion.
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