While the results of traumatic experiences most obviously manifest themselves when accompanied by physical harm, such as a broken bone or severe cut, mental trauma can exist below the surface and often be just as debilitating, even when there is no so-called physical injury. If you or a loved one has experienced severe emotional distress because of the negligence of another, you may be entitled to monetary relief. Act now and contact one of our expert personal injury attorneys here at the Law Offices of Gilbert R. Hoy, Jr. and Affiliates. Call us today at 617-787-3700 or email us at info@gilhoylaw.com for your free and private consultation. Your needs are our top priority!
A Southwest airplane was forced to make an emergency landing after an engine failure. Although the plane was safely landed by the pilot, the engine explosion sent debris flying through the cabin. When it struck a window, one passenger was partially sucked out of the plane and tragically killed. Lilia Chavez, who has filed the lawsuit, claims that she experienced severe emotional trauma not only due to her belief that she was going to die, but also from watching a fellow passenger actually die. Southwest, GE Aviations, and the jet engine suppliers have all been named as parties in the lawsuit.
Chavez claims that the incident has left her with emotional and mental complications, including depression and anxiety. She seeks to recover damages for mental, physical, and emotional suffering, as well as financial damages for loss of wages and future medical expenses, according to her attorney Bradley J. Stoll of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The April 17 incident is being looked into and investigators hope to have a cause of the engine failure soon.
