Delta Air Lines offers $30,000 for each passenger on flight that crashed in Toronto

Delta Offers $30,000 to Passengers After Plane flips at Toronto Airport

A Delta Air Lines flight arriving from Minneapolis flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport on February 17, leaving 76 passengers hanging from their seatbelts. While all 80 people on board, including four crew members, survived, 21 passengers were taken to the hospital for treatment but have as been released. In the wake of the incident, Delta Air Lines announced an offer of $30,000 to each passenger, totaling approximately $2.3 million.

Understanding the Montreal Convention

International aviation incidents are governed by a treaty called the montreal Convention. This agreement provides compensation to passengers injured on international flights, regardless of airline negligence. Passengers can claim up to $200,000 in compensation if they can prove an accident occurred. In cases where negligence is proven, damages above this cap may be awarded.

“There’s really no reason to dilly-dally,” said Thomas A. Demetrio, co-founding partner of Corboy & Demetrio, a law firm specializing in aviation litigation.He noted that under the montreal Convention, passengers have two years to file a lawsuit. A leading aviation accident lawyer, Erin Applebaum of Kreindler, pointed out that while delta’s offer is a “nice gesture” and helpful “public relations-wise,” it is unlikely to deter passengers from filing lawsuits if they wish to pursue higher compensation.

Next Steps for Passengers

Applebaum anticipates most cases will be resolved outside of court within 12 to 18 months, before any lawsuit is filed. She advises passengers to carefully consider their options and consult with a legal professional to understand their rights and potential claims.

Key Takeaways

* The Montreal Convention provides passengers with significant rights and protections in cases of flight-related injuries.
* Passengers should carefully consider the details of Delta’s compensation offer and consult with legal counsel to determine their best course of action.
* While Delta’s offer may be helpful,it does not preclude passengers from pursuing further legal action if necessary.

What should passengers do if they are considering accepting DeltaS $30,000 offer?

Delta’s $30k Offer: A Deep Dive into Passengers’ Rights with Aviation Experts

“There’s really no reason to dilly-dally.” — Thomas A. Demetrio, Co-Founding Partner, Corboy & Demetrio

Interview with Aviation Law Experts

In the aftermath of Delta Air Lines flight 1549 flipping upon landing at Toronto Pearson International airport, we sat down with leading aviation accident lawyers to discuss passengers’ rights, the Montreal Convention, and what victims should do next.Here’s what they had to say:

Understanding the Montreal Convention

Erin Applebaum: “The Montreal Convention is a game-changer for passengers injured on international flights. Nonetheless of airline negligence, they can claim up to $200,000. And if negligence is proven,even more.”

Q: What about Delta’s offer of $30,000 to each passenger? Does this replace the Montreal Convention?

Thomas Demetrio: “No, it doesn’t. Delta’s offer is a generous gesture, but it’s still relatively low compared to what passengers could perhaps claim under the Montreal Convention.”

Weighing Delta’s Offer

Q: Some passengers might be tempted to accept Delta’s offer without pursuing legal action. Should they?

Erin Applebaum: “It’s important for passengers to understand their rights.They should consult with a legal professional before accepting any offers. Most cases can be resolved outside of court within 12 to 18 months, so there’s no rush to accept the first offer.”

Next Steps for passengers

Q: What advice do you have for passengers considering their options?

Thomas Demetrio: “Don’t wait too long. The Montreal Convention gives passengers two years to file a lawsuit, but it’s best to start the process early.Gather all the details, consult with a lawyer, and understand the potential claims you may have.”

Erin Applebaum: “We also encourage passengers to stay connected. Share information, support each other, and make sure your voices are heard.”

Q: What do you think the outcome will be for passengers in this case?

Both: “We anticipate most cases will be resolved outside of court and in a timely manner. The focus should be on ensuring passengers’ rights are protected and they receive the compensation they deserve.”

Special thanks to Thomas A. Demetrio and Erin Applebaum for their insights.For more on your rights as a passenger, visit montrealconvention.org. Stay tuned to Archyde for more updates on this developing story.