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A court in Seoul, Korea, has ordered Asiana Airlines and one of its employees to pay a passenger about 100 million won ($93,569) for severely burning her by accidentally pouring instant noodle soup on her during a flight.
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On March 17, 2014, while traveling from Incheon to Paris in a business class seat, a flight attendant accidentally spilled noodle soup on a Korean fashion model known by the last name Chang. This incident led to her suffering second and third-degree burns on her lower body.

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February 2, 2018 – Chang filed the lawsuit in 2015, initially seeking about 2 million won in damages, according to the Korea Herald [1].

Plaintiff alleges that the flight wasn’t adequately stocked with emergency supplies such as burn gauze, so she could only use ointment, a bag of ice, and Tylenol tablets until the plane reached its destination.

She also claimed that it would be difficult to ever fully recover, even if she underwent skin graft surgeries for the next decade, and that the burns on her genitals made it difficult for her to continue with her normal life due to potential problems with pregnancy and delivery.

The airline claimed that Chang caused the accident by knocking over the tray on which the noodle soup was sitting, and that it provided her with adequate emergency treatment per the in-flight doctor’s instructions.

The Seoul Eastern District Court on Wednesday ruled in favor of Chang and ordered Asiana Airlines and the flight attendant named in the complaint to pay her a total of 109.6 million won in damages.

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FAQs

What types of injuries are involved in the Instant Soup Burn lawsuits?
Injuries involved in the Instant Soup Burn lawsuits typically include second-degree or third-degree burns caused by hot liquid spilling from the instant soup containers. These burns can occur on the hands, face, chest, or other parts of the body and may require medical treatment, including hospitalization and skin grafts.

Can I file a lawsuit if I was burned by hot instant soup?
Yes, if you were burned by hot instant soup due to what you believe is a design flaw in the packaging, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit. A lawyer with experience in product liability and personal injury cases can help you explore your legal options and seek compensation for your injuries.

What compensation might be available in an Instant Soup Burn lawsuit?
Compensation in an Instant Soup Burn lawsuit may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and in cases of severe injury, compensation for long-term care or permanent scarring. The amount of compensation will depend on the severity of the injury and the specifics of your case.

How can I prove that the design of the instant soup packaging caused my burn injury?
Proving that the design of the instant soup packaging caused your burn injury typically involves gathering evidence such as the product packaging, photographs of the injury, medical records, and potentially expert testimony on the safety of the packaging design. A lawyer can assist in building a strong case by collecting and presenting the necessary documentation.

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