Harris Clark was admitted to Palm Bay Medical Center with abdominal pain. The following day, after undergoing tests and being diagnosed by the Dr. Blake as having appendicitis, Clark had an appendectomy. A year later, Clark sued Dr. Blake and the medical center claiming they had been negligent for failing to evaluate and treat him in a timely manner. Specifically, Clark claimed that he had been ignored for several hours while awaiting treatment and had suffered severe abdominal pain. He also claimed that the x-ray of his abdomen had not been properly recorded, thereby delaying his treatment. Clark claimed that defendant's medical negligence had caused him permanent physical and mental injuries, impairment of his ability to work and earn income, and significant medical expenses.

1. 1. How does the statute of limitations impact the plaintiff in this case?

1. 2. During the Discovery phase of this lawsuit, what specific information will the plaintiff seek from the defendant and what specific information will the defendant seek from the plaintiff?

1. 3. Under what circumstances can either party files a motion for summary judgment? Explain.