Kimberly Boley v. B. Kevin Knowles

Kimberly Boley, a minor, by her mother Carolyn Boley as next friend, appeals an order of the trial court denying Kimberly leave to amend her petition for damages to include costs of medical treatment resulting from the alleged negligence of B. Kevin Knowles, D.O. The trial court, pursuant to Rule 74.01(b), determined that there was no just reason to delay appeal of its order denying leave to amend. The Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, affirmed. This Court granted transfer. Appeal dismissed. On June 29, 1989, Dr. Knowles treated Kimberly for a laceration of her right knee. At the time of the injury, Kimberly was a minor in the custody of her natural mother, Carolyn Boley. After treatment by Dr. Knowles, Kimberly allegedly experienced complications which necessitated further medical treatment.