Missouri appeals court voids $1 million in punitive damages against therapist in affair case
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In a significant ruling, the Missouri Court of Appeals reinforced a jury's verdict against therapist Craig Politte for professional misconduct, confirming charges of medical…
A Missouri Court of Appeals has upheld most of a jury’s decision against a licensed therapist who became sexually involved with a woman during her counseling sessions, but it has removed $1 million in punitive damages from the judgment. The case, Anita Karase v. Craig Politte, was decided on November 10, 2026, and centres on allegations that Craig Politte exploited the therapeutic relationship with Anita Karase, a woman he had initially counselled alongside her husband, as mentioned on Justia U.S Law's website.The appeals court affirmed the jury’s findings on medical negligence, battery, and a violation of the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act.
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