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Groping of teenage patient
November/December 2022Doe, a teenager, received an uninitiated home visit from pediatrician Martin Forman. During the visit, Forman allegedly groped Doe. As a result, she suffered mental anguish and embarrassment.
Doe sued Forman and Reston Pediatrics Ltd., alleging malpractice.
The jury awarded $1.5 million. Posttrial motions are pending.
Citation: Doe v. Forman, No. CL00118877-00 (Va. Cir. Ct. Loudoun Cty. June 24, 2022).
Plaintiff counsel: James P. Magner, Leesburg, Va.; and Barbara Prasse-Anderson, Tampa, Fla.
