Are airlines responsible for turbulence injuries? In-flight turbulence is the primary cause of injuries to airline flight attendants and passengers in non-fatal accidents. In certain cases of in-flight injuries, the airline, maintenance contractors, plane manufacturer, aircraft retro-fitter, or even the manufacturer of a faulty aircraft part, can be held responsible. The question raised is whether…
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Since the COVID-19 Pandemic, cases can be resolved with the parties, judges, witnesses, and counsel all in different places. Recently, Doug Landau was successful in settling a senior flight attendant injury case filed in the Loudoun County Circuit Court. The injured flight attendant alleged in his lawsuit papers: – The injured traveler was traveling on…
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After an injury onboard a jet, the commercial airlines and the Federal Aviation Administration require their flight crew to fill out incident reports. It is generally known that contemporaneous reports are made while the memories are still fresh, so these are sometimes the “best evidence” of what transpired. Memories fade over time, and injuries and…
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Why does Lawyer Landau need to see my pre-injury medical records? Medical records prior to an injury are crucial evidence in personal injury cases. The defendant’s insurance company, whether it’s the airport, airline, or other party, will review these records to assess the traveler’s health condition before the alleged negligent incident, as part of the…
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Scalding and Other Injuries in the Air: What International Aircraft Law Applies and How Do You Start a Lawsuit? Clients often ask what is meant by all the legal jargon in the paperwork to start their cases in court. If the claim cannot be settled, a lawsuit must be filed within the applicable legal time…
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The pilot shortage, which has been building for several years, has greatly inflated. The aviation industry and global air travel have surged in the post-pandemic era. Airlines have expanded their fleets, extended their reach range, and added new routes to capture more business. The pressure has only intensified. Understandably, airlines want to make up for…
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Having regular checkups and being proactive about your health has become critical since the outbreak of COVID. A family doctor can help prevent you and your family from encountering serious medical problems down the road. Unfortunately, many families are of the opinion that if they feel OK, there’s no need to see the doctor. Letting…
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What happens when a passenger is injured due to a runaway beverage or food cart? These heavy metal storage units on wheels can cause serious injury if they are led to roll free down an airplane aisle. Large international jets, on transatlantic or transpacific flights, will often have several beverage or meal services. These amenities…
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<– This door stands between flight attendants returning to work, and having to find another job. After a torn rotator cuff, neck injury, bicep-tendon rupture, or lower back disc herniation, a flight attendant MUST pass the physical exam in order to return to work. . The FAA is very strict rules about who can return…
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When luggage handlers and other airport workers hurt their backs, dislocate their shoulders, or injure their cervical spine while loading and unloading heavy bags, their injuries may not always be covered by Virginia Law. Where there is a cumulative injury, your claim can be denied by the Worker’s Compensation Insurance Company if it does not…
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