Bill Paxton's family notifies court of intent to settle wrongful death lawsuit against LA hospital
Bill Paxton died in 2017 after suffering a stroke following heart surgery
Family members of late actor Bill Paxton notified a court of their intent to settle a wrongful death lawsuit filed against a Los Angeles hospital and the surgeon who operated on him after Paxton died of a stroke following heart surgery in February 2017.
Paxton underwent corrective surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Feb. 14, 2017, and suffered an aortic aneurysm 11 days later. He died on Feb. 25, 2017, at the age of 61.
"The matter has been resolved to the mutual satisfaction of the parties," lawyers Bruce Broillet and Steve Heimberg said in a release on behalf of the Paxton family. The terms of the settlement are confidential.
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The family of late actor Bill Paxton (seen in 2015) intends to settle a wrongful death lawsuit filed against an LA hospital and surgeon. (Jason Merritt / Getty Images)
FOX Business has contacted Paxton's representatives for comment.
The Paxton family filed a suit in 2018 against the clinic and Dr. Ali Khoynezhad, claiming Paxton's surgeon lacked the appropriate experience to perform the surgery and also used a "high risk and unconventional surgical approach" that was unnecessary.
The hospital team denied any responsibility for Paxton's death and argued in 2018 court documents that "at all times [Paxton and his estate] were aware of certain dangers and risks involved in the examination, diagnosis, operations surgery and medical care rendered to [Paxton]."
Bill Paxton died on Feb. 25, 2017, after suffering complications from heart surgery 11 days before. He attended the 48th NAACP Image Awards on Feb. 11, 2017, three days before the surgery. (Paras Griffin / Getty Images)
Paxton also allegedly had "an existing condition" prior to his surgery, which made him more susceptible to complications.
In the family's complaint, the hospital "failed to disclose that [Dr. Khoynezhad] was going to use a high risk and unconventional surgical approach with which he lacked experience and which was, based upon information and belief, beyond the scope of his privileges."
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At the time of his death, the "Twister" star's family released a statement revealing he had passed away due to "complications from surgery."
Kevin Bacon, left, Tom Hanks and Bill Paxton starred in the 1995 film "Apollo 13." (Universal Pictures / Getty Images)
"A loving husband and father, Bill began his career in Hollywood working on films in the art department and went on to have an illustrious career spanning four decades as a beloved and prolific actor and filmmaker," the statement said.
"Bill's passion for the arts was felt by all who knew him, and his warmth and tireless energy were undeniable. We ask to please respect the family's wish for privacy as they mourn the loss of their adored husband and father."
Paxton was known for his roles in "Apollo 13," "Aliens," "True Lies" and the HBO series "Big Love." He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Louise, and his two children, James and Lydia.
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The Associated Press contributed to this report.