EDMONTON, AB — January 15, 2026 — Cuming & Gillespie LLP confirms it has been retained by Niharika Sreekumar to investigate and pursue a formal legal claim regarding the death of her husband and the father of her three children at Grey Nuns Community Hospital. Prashanth Sreekumar passed away in December after an extensive wait for emergency medical care, a tragedy that has prompted intense public scrutiny of the provincial healthcare system.
The Sreekumar family is currently seeking answers and accountability as they work to piece their lives back together, both emotionally and financially. Their hope in pursuing this legal action is to ensure that no other Alberta family is forced to endure a similar loss. Craig Gillespie, Partner at Cuming & Gillespie LLP, is now acting as the family’s legal representative and will serve as the primary point of contact for media, ensuring all inquiries are managed through a single, coordinated channel.
According to Mr. Gillespie, this case is indicative of a broader and deeply concerning trend. The firm frequently represents individuals and families grappling with identical questions about the standard of medical care received in Alberta. Whether failures occur in emergency departments, through a lack of follow-up on critical tests, negligent handling of labour and delivery, or medication errors, there is a clear and serious issue of patients falling through the cracks in the current health care system.
Cuming & Gillespie LLP remains committed to advocating for these families and will continue to fight for strengthened oversight and the systemic changes necessary to protect patient safety. The firm intends to conduct a rigorous and independent investigation into the specific circumstances surrounding Mr. Sreekumar’s treatment to provide the family with the transparency they deserve.
All further media inquiries regarding the Sreekumar family and the status of the legal claim should be directed to the firm’s media contact.
About Cuming & Gillespie LLP
Cuming & Gillespie LLP is a Calgary-based law firm dedicated exclusively to representing individuals and families in cases involving serious personal injury and medical malpractice. With a focus on complex litigation, the firm has established a reputation for rigorous advocacy and for holding institutions to account for failures in their duty of care. By combining extensive legal experience with a compassionate approach to client service, Cuming & Gillespie LLP works to secure justice for those affected by life-altering tragedies and to drive meaningful, effective changes within the provincial healthcare system. More information can be found at www.cuminggillespie.com
Media Contact:
Craig Gillespie
craig@cglaw.ca