Air India accused of mistreating families of victims after Ahmedabad crash
Air India denies claims of mistreating disaster victims’ families
- A British lawyer representing families of victims from the Air India Flight 171 crash has accused the airline of unethical and potentially unlawful conduct regarding compensation forms.
- The lawyer, Peter Neenan, alleges that bereaved relatives were pressured to complete complex documentation in unsuitable conditions without legal assistance, potentially reducing their compensation.
- Air India has vehemently denied these accusations, labelling them as unsubstantiated and inaccurate, and stated they are working swiftly to provide interim compensation.
- The airline clarified its process for compensation, including establishing a facilitation centre and offering remote completion options, while denying claims of coercion or unsolicited home visits.
- Legal teams in the United Kingdom and the United States are reportedly preparing to launch lawsuits against both Boeing and Air India following the fatal crash.