Nail v. Publix Super Markets, Inc.

BOLIN, Justice.

Alice Nail appeals from a summary judgment entered in favor of Publix Super Markets, Inc. (“Publix”), on Nail’s claim alleging a violation of the Alabama Medical Liability Act, § 6-5-480 et seq. and § 6-5-540 et seq., Ala.Code 1975 (“the AMLA”). We reverse and remand.

Facts and Procedural History

On August 7, 2003, Dr. Robert Sorrell performed a total knee arthroplasty on Nail. Following her surgery, Nail suffered from a pulmonary thromboembolism, a blockage of the main artery of the lung. As a result, Dr. Sorrell prescribed Couma-din, an anticoagulant medication. Dr. M. *610Scott…