Circle K Corp. v. Webster

After the suicide of James Webster, his personal representative filed a malpractice action against his treating psychiatrist, Dr. Golwyn, on behalf of the estate and two surviving children. The treatment by Dr. Golwyn was occasioned by an industrial accident which occurred while Webster was employed by Circle K Corporation. As a result of that accident Circle K paid various compensation benefits to and for Webster. Pursuant to Chapter 440, Circle K filed a notice of hen in the malpractice action and gave notice that settlement should not be made without its consent.

Despite the notice from…