Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Air India Crash Victims Advised to Seek Legal Counsel
A lawyer is helping families affected by the Air India plane crash.
He says Air India must pay compensation unless they can prove they weren't at fault.
If the plane itself was faulty, Boeing might have to pay.
He's telling families not to agree to the first offer of money.
The amount of compensation could be very high, potentially millions of dollars, especially if the case is handled in the US.
It may take around 2 years to get the final settlement.
Aviation lawyer James Healy-Pratt is assisting families of Air India Flight IA 171 victims.
He advises families not to accept initial compensation offers from Air India.
Air India is liable without limit unless they prove they are not at fault.
Boeing is also liable without limit if the Boeing 787 is found to be at fault.
Compensation could potentially reach $5-10 million per person in the US.
- Who
- James Healy-Pratt, a lawyer, is assisting the families.
- What
- Legal counsel is advising families of Air India Flight IA 171 victims regarding compensation.
- When
- Families are advised not to accept initial compensation offers.
- Where
- Legal advice relevant to multiple jurisdictions including India, UK and US.
- Why
- To ensure fair and adequate compensation for the victims and their families.
Victims' Families
Air India/Insurers
Compensation Amount
Victims' Families
Seeking maximum compensation.
Air India/Insurers
Offering initial compensation, possibly less than the full amount.
- Lead Lawyer
- James Healy-Pratt
- Airline
- Air India
- Aircraft Involved
- Boeing 787
- Potential Liability
- Unlimited (Air India and Boeing)
- Recommended Action
- Do not accept initial compensation offers
- Potential US Compensation
- $5-10 million per person