Claim Against Airline

One of the biggest challenges for airline staff is announcing, “your flight has been canceled” or “unfortunately, your luggage will not arrive until tomorrow” to a cabin full of frustrated passengers. Over the past decade, air travel has become increasingly stressful, with a rise in flight cancellations, delays, and passenger grievances.

When issues arise, your rights as a passenger stem not only from consumer protection laws but also from international treaties and regulations that many solo practitioners may not be familiar with.

A recent ruling by a State Consumer Commission in India noted that if baggage loss occurs due to an airline's negligence, the typical compensation formula for lost luggage may not apply. For instance, the Maharashtra State Consumer Commission ordered Air Arabia to pay ₹3.79 lakh to a passenger who lost one of four bags on a Sharjah to Mumbai flight in 2005.

Consumer Forums have frequently compelled airlines to provide compensation for damages, including mental anguish, lost medications, and associated costs due to negligence.

At Wazir Solicitors, we specialize in representing clients in legal disputes against airlines, including:

• Issues with International Airlines
• Challenges with Domestic Airlines
• Non-Scheduled Operators
• Aircraft Grounding
• Claims for Lost Passports, Belongings, & Luggage
• Delays & Negligence by Airlines
• Passenger & Cargo Transportation, including Insurance Matters and the Warsaw Convention
• Air Cargo Service Provider Issues

If you've experienced any issues such as baggage loss, unnecessary delays, flight cancellations, or other instances of negligence or unfair trade practices, our attorney at Wazir Solicitors are ready to advocate for you in the appropriate legal forums in India.

If you have further questions or need advice or legal assistance, feel free to Contact Us or reach out by Email Us. Alternatively, you are welcome to book an Appointment or send us an online Legal Query.