On September 12, 2016 a torts - medical, dental, or podiatrist malpractice case was filed by Cheryl Kausner, and Thomas Kausner, represented by Fitzgerald, Brian P., against Andrew Cappuccino M.D., Buffalo Spine Surgery, Pllc, Eastern Niagara Hospital, Inc. et al. represented by Cline, Kimberly Ann, Gruber, John Mark, Kroetsch, Bryan Paul et al. in the jurisdiction of Niagara County. Judge Frank A Sedita presiding.