Markovits, Stock & DeMarco, LLC, a law firm experienced in mass tort and complex class litigation, is investigating potential claims arising from the November 4, 2025, UPS Plane Crash and Fire in Louisville, Kentucky.
A UPS cargo aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport after an engine reportedly detached during the takeoff roll. Officials have confirmed multiple fatalities and injuries, and fires damaged nearby businesses and residential properties. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recovered the flight data and cockpit voice recorders and continues its investigation.
If you or your business were affected—through injuries, wrongful death, smoke inhalation, structural damage, inventory loss, or business interruption—you may be entitled to compensation. Our firm is actively monitoring the investigation and assisting victims in documenting losses and preserving legal claims.
Who May Have a Claim
- Individuals injured by fire, smoke, debris, or blast forces
- Families pursuing wrongful death claims
- Workers or customers injured at impacted sites
- Homeowners and tenants with fire, smoke, or impact damage
- Businesses suffering property damage, inventory loss, or business interruption
Potential Compensation
- Medical expenses, rehabilitation, and future medical care
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Wrongful-death damages (including funeral costs and loss to the estate)
- Property repair or replacement, smoke remediation, and cleanup
- Business interruption and lost profits (with proper documentation)
What To Do Now
- Seek immediate medical care and follow all treatment plans
- Document everything: photos and videos of damage and debris
- Preserve records such as estimates, invoices, remediation reports, payroll, and sales data
- Identify and record witness information
- Avoid giving recorded statements to insurers or investigators without counsel
- Do not disturb crash debris; report any findings to local authorities
How Our Firm Helps
- Representation for injury, wrongful death, property damage, and business interruption claims
- Coordination with experts in aviation, engineering, and fire science
- Contingency fee representation — no attorney’s fee unless we recover compensation for you
Contact us for a Free, Confidential Case Review
If you would like a free, confidential consultation with an attorney to discuss your rights and potential legal remedies related to the UPS Plane Crash and Fire in Louisville, please contact Markovits, Stock & DeMarco, LLC attorneys Terry Coates or Justin Walker at (513) 651-3700, email us at [email protected], or submit a Case Evaluation Request through the form below.
We respond 24/7 to assist Louisville-area victims and affected businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened?
A UPS MD-11 cargo plane crashed moments after liftoff from Louisville on November 4, 2025. Early statements indicate a left-side engine detached, igniting a wing fire before impact. Fatalities and injuries have been reported. The NTSB is investigating.
Do I have to wait for the NTSB’s final report?
No. The final report can take many months. Evidence should be preserved immediately, and claims may proceed while monitoring official findings.
My business is closed due to fire or smoke damage—can I claim lost profits?
Often yes, with proper documentation such as financial statements, remediation timelines, and supplier or customer impact data. Each case is evaluated individually.
How long do I have to file?
Kentucky law imposes short filing deadlines for personal injury, property damage, and wrongful death claims. Speak with an attorney as soon as possible to confirm your exact time limits.