By rssfeeds-admin According to federal court documents, plaintiffs Deborah and John Grymes, along with Amy and Joseph Berret, were traveling from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Orlando, Florida, on April 3, 2024, when their Southwest flight encountered violent turbulence.
The lawsuit claims the airline ignored a weather advisory issued by the National Weather Service, which had warned of a major cold front moving through the region. Rather than adjusting its flight path to avoid the storm, the suit alleges that Southwest attempted to fly ahead of the system, placing passengers at risk.
During the turbulence, Deborah Grymes, who was using the aircraft’s restroom at the time, was reportedly thrown violently, sustaining injuries. Amy Berret also suffered injuries, according to the lawsuit.
The plaintiffs accuse Southwest Airlines of negligence, arguing that the airline’s flight crew and dispatchers failed to prioritize passenger safety. The lawsuit seeks damages for negligence, loss of consortium, and exemplary damages.
Following the incident, the flight was diverted to Tampa International Airport, where Grymes and Berret were transported to a hospital for medical treatment.
Southwest Airlines has not publicly commented on the lawsuit. Louisiana First News has reached out to Southwest Airlines and will update this story should they provide a response.
A full copy of the lawsuit can be found here.
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