Seeking Justice and Healing: Victory in the Ukraine Airlines Trial

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Seeking Justice and Healing: Victory in the Ukraine Airlines Trial

A historic trial has brought justice and healing to the victims of the Ukraine Airlines tragedy. We are proud to announce that we have won the Ukraine Airlines Trial on behalf of the loved ones of those who perished on flight PS752 in January 2020. This landmark case sought accountability for the shoot-down of the civilian plane, claiming the lives of all 176 passengers and crew members on board.

This trial was not only about obtaining justice but also about healing and closure. We hope that this verdict will bring some measure of peace and solace to the families of flight PS752, who have suffered immeasurably. We stand in solidarity with them, offering our support during this challenging time.

The Ontario Superior Court of Justice recently delivered this significant ruling against Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) in the case involving Flight PS 752, a tragedy that unfolded over Tehran on January 8, 2020. The court's decision marks a crucial moment in seeking accountability for the downing of the civilian aircraft, which resulted in the loss of all 176 passengers and crew members on board.

This ruling, following an exhaustive 18-day trial that concluded in January 2024, emphasized that UIA failed to implement necessary precautions given the volatile circumstances surrounding the incident. Justice Jasmine Akbarali, presiding over the trial, highlighted UIA's lack of action despite heightened tensions following Iran's missile strikes on U.S. forces in Iraq. The detailed ruling can be accessed here.

This verdict holds immense significance as it enables the affected families to pursue damages exceeding the limits set by the Montreal Convention, offering them a path to seek further justice and closure.

In commending Justice Akbarali's empathetic and diligent approach throughout the trial, we acknowledge her trauma-informed methodology and dedication to ensuring a fair and respectful process for the victims and their loved ones who endured immeasurable pain and sorrow. Her commitment to upholding the highest legal standards and evidence-based decisions resonates profoundly with the pursuit of justice.