Family sues hospital, nurses over 78-year-old's death after long wait in ER.

The family of 78-year-old Darrell Mesheau, who died waiting seven hours in a Fredericton hospital emergency room, has sued Horizon Health Network and two nurses, alleging negligence. The defendants deny the claims and seek dismissal. Mesheau, a retired diplomat, was found unresponsive in the waiting room. The family alleges his vital signs were not checked as required and his medical history was not reviewed. The defendants argue they provided appropriate care.

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