One of the benefits of surviving a fatal plane crash is being able to sue for lots and lots of thick dolla. Adam Goldstein, aka DJ AM, is doing just that. He is seeking $20 million in damages related to his deadly crash survived by Travis Barker and himself.
DJ AM is suing plane manufacturer Learjet and several other companies. The breakdown includes: $10 million for medical expenses, lost earnings, profits and economic damages and another $10 million related to mental and physical pain and other "non-economic losses."
If the case goes to trial, a jury will decide if he will be awarded any damages.
Several of the companies sued last year by Goldstein and fellow crash survivor Travis Barker are seeking a trial delay until after a government investigation of the crash is complete.
"Daily I live with the guilt and grief of what happened that night, what I saw, who was lost and why I was spared," DJ AM has said of the Sept. 19 crash. "I have no words to express the pain that comes with knowing four people died, while I lived."
DJ AM and Travis deserve all of the money that they're asking for. Hopefully inspections will become more thorough and the lives of future passengers will be saved as a result of their lawsuits.
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March 17th, 2009 1:05 PM
I think he is overreaching with the amount, but agree he should be compensated.
March 17th, 2009 4:23 PM
The $20 million amount may seem far-reaching to many of our eyes but it may be nearly feasible because DJ AM is worth a lot of money and had lucrative deals in business ventures prior to his accident. Keep in mind I'm strictly speaking of his music career, which doesn't pertain to his other expenses (medical, etc.) that he has now.
March 17th, 2009 4:28 PM
Aaah, great point about lost jobs and endorsements. Didn't think of that!