Located in San Mateo County, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is the second busiest airport in California, next to LAX. It’s also the fifth largest hub for passengers using United Airlines, though they service many other airlines such as Air China, Air Canada Express, Alaska Airlines, and British Airways. Unlike many other airports that are owned by a specific county or city, San Francisco International Airport is jointly owned by San Francisco County and the City of San Francisco.
There are many different services and facilities on site, including a transit system that is part of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). Between all the terminals, gates, cargo areas, and even a museum (the SFO Museum), there is constant activity at SFO at all hours of the day. Constant maintenance of the property, along with stringent security measures is needed to minimize the possibility of accidents, like:
- Trip and falls
- Slip and falls
- Excessive force by security guards and other airport staff
- Physical and sexual assault at airport caused by lack of security
- Falling object accidents
- Injuries while using an airport bathroom
- Injured in the parking lot
- Accidents inside the plane (burn injuries, hit by falling luggage, slip and fall while getting on or off the plane, etc.)
We know the stress and aggravation you are going through as someone that was harmed by another party’s neglect or reckless conduct. From slip and fall lawsuits to Uber / Lyft rideshare accidents on airport property, our lawyers are available to you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To learn more about your rights and legal options, contact us to schedule a free case review.
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Can I Sue San Francisco International Airport?
Yes, if you got hurt at San Francisco International Airport and the source of your accident can be traced to negligence by the airport, you have the right to sue for medical costs, lost income, and other forms of compensation. Negligence at an airport can come from the owners – County and City of San Francisco – or the people they employ. So, if you fell down in the passenger holding area from tripping over cords that were not properly secured, you can file a claim for damages with the airport owners.
In addition, a lawsuit can be filed on grounds on failure to provide adequate security. For example, lack of bright lighting in corridors and parking areas makes it easier for criminals to target people coming in and out of the airport. Ironically, some cases of assault and battery are committed by the people that are hired to provide security. Security agents at the airport can exercise poor judgment and use weapons, chokeholds and other forms of violence when it’s unnecessary or illegal.
Another possibility for who is liable for accidents at SFO is an entity that’s not associated with the airport. Rideshare companies, like Uber and Lyft, are commonly used by those who are leaving to or from San Francisco International Airport. A car accident or injuries to a pedestrian may be the result of careless driving by someone working for one of these companies. In some instances, liability may be shared among multiple defendants, so it’s essential to have your accident investigated by a personal injury law firm.
We know that all this information is a lot of absorb, and there are plenty of other issues you will run into as you navigate the legal process. Our attorneys are here to help, so contact us right away if you have questions on how to file a claim for an accident at San Francisco International Airport.
Average Settlement for a San Francisco International Airport Injury Claim
Settlements for accidents claims against San Francisco International Airport can have values ranging from $15,000 to over $1,000,000. If your accident resulted in a disability or another debilitating health issue that won’t improve, you may be entitled to over $2,000,000 in monetary damages. On the other hand, if you have minor injuries that are unlikely to cause long-term health issues, your case will probably settle for under $50,000. Please be aware that injuries are just one of many factors that contribute to the value of an airport accident case. If you’d like to find out what your lawsuit is worth, contact our law firm, where you can have access to a team of lawyers with experience in such cases.
How Long will it Take to Recover my Settlement?
A legal case for being injured at an airport will probably take between 12 and 24 months to resolve. The settlement timeline may be just a few months, but in reality, most claims against government entities take much longer. The key is to negotiate a settlement that’s adequate for the level of harm you suffered. But city and county governments have a different goal – closing out your case for as little money as possible. Achieving a settlement that’s agreeable to both sides can take months of back and forth negotiations, and in some cases, it may be helpful to hire a mediator that can facilitate communication between the involved parties. If we have exhausted all efforts to negotiate a settlement, it’s possible that you case will go to trial. But it’s highly unusual for these cases to be tried in court, so it’s more than likely that a settlement will be reached.
What is the Deadline to Sue San Francisco International Airport?
In California, accident victims usually have 2 years to seek damages from a personal injury lawsuit. However, things are different when you are injured at an airport or another facility that’s owned by a government agency. While the ownership of SFO is split between the city and county of San Francisco, these are still entities of the government, so you must file a claim for damages within 6 months.
Not only is this a tight deadline, the process for filing a government liability claim is extremely complicated. Many people get overwhelmed by the requirements and find that it’s difficult to submit a claim with the necessary evidence by the statutory deadline. By leaving this in our hands, you can focus on recovering from your injuries while knowing that your paperwork is filed in a timely manner.
Contact Normandie Law Firm
Advice and guidance from a lawyer with experience in accidents at the airport may seem like a luxury, even when times are good. If you are dealing with additional expenses from being injured at San Francisco International Airport, hiring a lawyer may seem like an impossible task.
Here at Normandie, all clients are protected by the Zero Fee Guarantee, so there is nothing for you to pay if you hire us to represent you. The settlement we negotiate on your behalf includes attorneys’ fees, so the only time we get paid is when you receive compensation from the defendant. No matter what, you will never be billed for the cost of hiring a San Francisco International Airport accident injury attorney.
To take advantage of this offer, simply contact our office and schedule a free consultation.
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