Airline Negligence Wheelchair Incident

Summary

If an airline fails to provide confirmed wheelchair assistance, it may be considered negligence. Document the incident and gather medical reports for a potential claim. Consider consulting a personal injury attorney for guidance on pursuing compensation.

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The airline was negligence because, during the change of departure gates, they did not provide the wheel arrangement as scheduled and during the gate exchange, my mother had a very nasty fall that required immediate hospital attention
I'm sorry to hear about your mother's fall. Based on your description, this could potentially be a case of negligence by the airline. Here are some key points you might want to consider:
- Negligence: If the airline confirmed the wheelchair arrangement in writing, they had a duty to provide it.
- Breach of Duty: The airline's failure to provide the promised assistance could be seen as a breach.
- Damages: Your mother's fall and subsequent need for medical attention constitute damages.
Have you documented the incident and obtained medical reports? This information can be crucial if you decide to pursue a claim.