A plane crash lawsuit settlement can be reached in many cases without formally trying a case in court.
If the crash was caused by the negligence or wrongful actions of others, survivors or their families may have legal grounds to file a lawsuit such as:
- Negligence claim - if the crash resulted from a party's negligence. It could involve demonstrating that the responsible party failed to provide reasonable care, leading to the collision and resulting in injuries.
- Product liability claim - if the crash was caused by a defect in the aircraft or its components, survivors may file a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturer or distributor of the malfunctioning equipment.
- Breach of contract - if the crash occurred due to a breach of contract, such as a failure to adhere to safety standards or contractual obligations, survivors may have a legal basis for a lawsuit.
- Wrongful death claim - in the unfortunate occurrence of fatalities resulting from the crash, surviving family members may file wrongful death claims to receive indemnification for their losses.
