Injured family sues Delta and Japan Airlines over SEA airplane crash

A federal lawsuit has been filed in Seattle by the Herrmann Law Group on behalf of a family injured in a ground collision involving Delta Air Lines and Japan Airlines at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on February 5. The incident occurred when a Japan Airlines plane, arriving from Tokyo, struck the tail fin of a stationary Delta aircraft while taxiing to its gate. The lawsuit claims that the collision caused serious spinal injuries to the family, who were on board the Delta plane, emphasizing the emotional trauma they experienced, especially since the mother was holding her baby at the time. The complaint notes that injuries from such incidents typically worsen over time, impacting the family's vacation plans. Under the Montreal Convention of 1999, passengers are entitled to compensation without needing to prove fault, with potential claims reaching up to $200,000.

Herrmann, representing the family, expressed confidence that thorough investigations by the NTSB and their own efforts will clarify the details of the accident. This case highlights critical issues regarding airline safety and passenger rights in the aviation industry. The incident raises concerns about operational protocols at busy airports, calling attention to the importance of maintaining safety standards.