Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Disney Over Disney+ Terms Concludes

A lawsuit brought against Disney and Raglan Road has been voluntarily dismissed by the widower of a woman who tragically passed away during their Orlando vacation in 2023. Dr. Kanokporn Tangsuan, who suffered from severe food allergies, died after dining at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant in Disney Springs. This lawsuit made national headlines due to the circumstances surrounding Tangsuan’s death and Disney’s legal maneuvers to push the case into arbitration.

In response to Disney using obscure terms in its user agreement to force arbitration, Piccolo’s attorney criticized Disney’s actions as “preposterous” and “absurd,” stating that it “borders on the surreal.” However, after facing public pressure and media scrutiny, Disney backed down from its arbitration pursuit.

No settlement details have been disclosed, and court records do not indicate the current status of the case. Despite the Orange County Medical Examiner’s Office ruling Tangsuan’s death as an accident caused by anaphylaxis, questions about the handling of her food allergies at the restaurant remain.

Tangsuan’s tragic death has left a lasting impact, as she was a beloved doctor in New York and a first-generation American born to Thai immigrants. The family has requested privacy, and details surrounding the incident may never be fully revealed to the public.

Disney’s efforts to keep the food testing results from Tangsuan’s leftovers confidential have raised eyebrows, with Piccolo’s attorney questioning the company’s rationale for secrecy. The tragic events leading up to Tangsuan’s passing have highlighted the importance of food safety and allergy awareness, serving as a reminder of the need for thorough precautions in dining establishments.