Judge Dismisses Raglan Road Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Raglan Road Fatality Dismissed

A wrongful death lawsuit connected to a tragic allergy-related incident at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant in Disney Springs has been voluntarily dismissed by the plaintiff, according to a recent court filing. The case centered on the death of Dr. Kanokporn Tangsuan following a meal at the popular Irish pub in October 2023.

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Jeffrey Piccolo, Tangsuan’s widower, had filed the lawsuit in February 2024 against Walt Disney Parks & Resorts and Raglan Road, alleging negligence related to food allergen safety. Court documents dated February 27 show that Piccolo and his attorneys requested to withdraw the case. While no official settlement has been publicly announced, voluntary dismissals like this often occur when parties reach a private agreement outside of court.

The lawsuit alleged that Tangsuan, who had documented peanut and dairy allergies, repeatedly informed restaurant staff of her dietary restrictions before ordering. According to the complaint, the meal included items such as broccoli and corn fritters, scallops, onion rings, and vegan shepherd’s pie, which staff reportedly assured were allergen-free. Some dishes allegedly arrived without allergen markers, but the family was reassured they were safe to eat.

After leaving the restaurant, Tangsuan began experiencing breathing difficulties while shopping. She used an EpiPen but later passed away at a hospital. The medical examiner determined the cause of death was anaphylaxis linked to elevated levels of dairy and nuts.

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The lawsuit gained national attention early in the case when Disney initially attempted to move the dispute into arbitration, citing terms Piccolo had agreed to during a Disney+ trial subscription. The company later withdrew that effort following public scrutiny and allowed the case to proceed in court.

During the litigation process, Piccolo’s legal team sought detailed documentation about the meal’s preparation and ingredients. Leftovers from the meal, which Piccolo preserved, were reportedly tested for allergens, though the results were never publicly released. Disney had attempted to keep those findings confidential, and the plaintiff’s attorneys also raised concerns about alleged discovery violations and prior incidents involving allergens at the restaurant.

By late 2025, several scheduled depositions were canceled, suggesting that settlement discussions may have been underway. With the case now dismissed, the matter appears to have concluded without further court proceedings.

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