Lang v. Platinum Nine
Frank Costa’s estate sued Platinum Nine (Northwest Ambulance – NWA) after an ambulance operated by NWA crashed while transporting Costa to the hospital. Costa died soon after being transported to the hospital by another ambulance. NWA moved for summary judgment, claiming they were immune from liability under RCW 18.71.201. Costa also moved for summary judgment, contending RCW 18.71.201 was not relevant to the facts of the case and requested dismissal. The court denied NWA’s motion for summary judgment and granted Lang’s motion in part. At trial, the jury ruled in Costa’s favor and awarded Costa 2.3 million dollars. After NWA submitted payment, they served Costa with notice of appeal. A dispute arose between the parties regarding NWA’s ability to appeal. Costa motioned the court to deny the appeal, contended the parties entered into a settlement agreement and NWA did not have the right to appeal. The court denied the motion. Costa cross-appeals. COA #862057. King County Superior Court # 21-2-15364-6 SEA.