Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Disney Parks

SOURCE www.npr.org
A New York doctor died of an allergic reaction after dining at a Disney Springs restaurant. Her husband has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, accusing them of negligence. Disney is trying to compel arbitration based on terms and conditions signed by the husband during a Disney+ trial.

Key Points

  • Doctor died of an allergic reaction after dining at a Disney restaurant
  • Husband filed a lawsuit against Disney for negligence
  • Disney is trying to compel arbitration based on terms and conditions signed during a Disney+ trial
  • Court hearing scheduled for October 2

Pros

  • Efficient and cost-effective method of resolving disputes through arbitration
  • Disney pointing to terms and conditions signed by the husband for compelling arbitration

Cons

  • Accusations of negligence by the husband in the preparation of food leading to his wife's death
  • Disney accused of trying to deprive the estate of its right to a jury trial