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Overview of the Delta Flight 4819 Accident
On February 17, 2025, Delta Connection Flight 4819, operated by Endeavor Air, flipped upside down upon landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The aircraft, a Bombardier CRJ900LR was operating from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport when it crashed during landing reportedly during high cross-wind conditions. According to passengers, witnesses, and videos, the aircraft experienced a hard landing, slid, rolled onto its side and flipped, before coming to a stop upside down and on fire. Early emerging theories attribute the crash to high winds, blowing snow and the pilot’s failure to reduce the aircraft’s speed under the conditions.
Miraculously, all 80 individuals on board survived the accident, though 18 passengers suffered injuries, including three reportedly taken to local hospitals in critical condition.
What we want victims to know: You have a legal right to pursue compensation related to the injuries you experienced on Delta FLight 4819. There are U.S. and international aviation laws that apply to your flight, which you can take advantage of to help with your recovery after this terrifying accident.
Bohrer & Lukeman, a premier personal injury law firm focusing in aviation litigation, is prepared to assist injured passengers in seeking the compensation they deserve. Airplane accidents are what we do, and we can help you and your family.
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Legal Claims for Victims of Delta Flight 4819 to Toronto
Passengers injured in the Delta Flight 4819 accident may have claims for:
- Medical expenses (hospital bills, surgeries, rehabilitation, and future medical costs)
- Lost wages (including future earning capacity due to injuries)
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of life
The Montreal Convention and Legal Jurisdiction
Since Delta Flight 4819 was an international flight from the U.S. to Canada, the Montreal Convention governs all passenger injury and compensation claims. The Montreal Convention, formerly known as the Warsaw Convention, establishes near strict liability for airlines when an accident and injury occurs during a flight, boarding, or disembarkation. Under Article 17, Delta Airlines is liable for bodily injuries suffered by passengers due to an “accident” unless the airline can prove the accident and injury was not caused by either its negligence or resulted from the negligence of a third party.
Key advantages of the Montreal Convention for injured passengers:
- Strict Liability: Victims do not need to prove airline negligence to claim damages up to approximately $202,000 (151,880 SDRs)
- Higher Compensation Potential: For claims exceeding this amount, the burden shifts to the airline to prove it was not at fault. If it cannot meet this burden of proof, there is no limit to the amount of compensation the passenger can receive.
- Expanded Jurisdiction: Under the Convention, injured passengers may file lawsuits against Delta and/or Endeavor in the United States as it is the airlines principal place of business, offering a more favorable legal environment than pursuing claims in Canada.
- Expedited Process: The Convention provides a clearer and more streamlined framework for seeking damages compared to standard personal injury lawsuits.
Why File in the United States?
For victims residing in the U.S., filing a lawsuit against Delta and/or Endeavor in American courts can be beneficial because:
- More favorable compensation laws: U.S. courts often award higher damages for personal injury cases than Canadian courts.
- Better discovery procedures: U.S. legal procedures allow for more thorough evidence gathering against Delta.
- Greater access to legal resources: Victims can work with experienced aviation attorneys familiar with U.S. precedents and strategies for maximizing compensation.
Why Choose Bohrer & Lukeman? Nationwide Airplane Accident Lawyers
Bohrer & Lukeman is a nationally recognized law firm specializing in aviation litigation. Led by Abe Bohrer, our team has over 30 years of experience handling claims involving airline disasters, general aviation accidents, and in-flight injuries. We have successfully litigated numerous cases under the Warsaw and Montreal Conventions.
If you or a loved one were injured in the Delta Flight 4819 accident, you have only two years to file a claim under the Montreal Convention. Do not delay—contact our experienced aviation attorneys today to discuss your legal options and secure the compensation you deserve.