JetBlue passenger sues airline, alleges she was left with 'disfiguring burns' after hot tea was spilled on her
What allegations are made against JetBlue in Lewis's lawsuit?
In Lewis's lawsuit against JetBlue, she alleges that during a turbulent flight, a flight attendant spilled "unreasonably and dangerously hot" tea on her, causing extreme burns on her chest, lap, and other parts of her body2. She also claims that the incident led to disfigurement, mental anguish, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress, and is seeking $1.5 million in damages from the airline.
What specific injuries did Tahjana Lewis sustain?
Tahjana Lewis sustained severe burns on her upper chest, breasts, legs, left buttock, and right arm due to hot tea being spilled on her during a turbulent JetBlue flight. She also experienced disfigurement in the burn areas and suffered from mental anguish, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress.
How much is Tahjana Lewis seeking in damages?
Tahjana Lewis is seeking $1.5 million in damages from JetBlue after allegedly sustaining severe burns from scalding hot tea served during a period of turbulence on a flight.