Frontier Airlines is an “ultra low-cost” airline that is based in Denver, Colorado. It is the U.S.’s 12th largest airline, operating flights to more than 100 U.S. destinations and six international locations. Its parent company is Indigo Partners. Frontier Airlines employ more than 3,000 professionals. Like other employers and airlines., Frontier Airlines must maintain workers’ compensation coverage on all employees. Each state establishes its own workers’ compensation laws. This special insurance covers medical expenses and pays a significant portion of the worker’s lost wages while they are recovering from the workplace accident or work-related illness. About Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines was founded in February 1994 and commenced operations that May. It has a fleet of 83 planes serving 103 destinations. Revenue for the company was $1.858 billion during 2017 with an operating income of $260 million that same year, leaving a net income of $169 million. In 2017, Frontier announced it was adding 84 routes and 21 new cities. The cities include many popular tourist attractions, such as Jackson Hole, San Jose, Little Rock, Pensacola, Palm Springs, Reno, Tulsa, and Charleston, S.C. There was a bump-up in service for several destinations, including Miami, Cincinnati, Austin, Tampa, and San Antonio. Risks While Working At Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines employees 3,000 air professionals. All these jobs have risks. Even with the highest safety protocol and training, accidents do happen on the job. Many of the injuries can lead to extended time away from work and thousands of dollars in medical expenses. For example, you are working with baggage and suffered a back injury from lifting and moving passenger luggage. As a stewardess, you were helping passengers when you suffered a fall that caused you to hit your head and suffer neck injuries and a concussion. Either injury requires medical attention and time off work. Workers’ compensation benefits can be helpful during that time. Workers’ Compensation Claim Against Frontier Airlines While working your shift as a pilot at Frontier Airlines, you safely took passengers to their destination. When getting off the plane, you slipped and fell on a step that hadn’t been properly repaired. During the fall, you broke your wrist and suffered a cut to the forehead. Your broken wrist required surgery and will need physical therapy before you can regain full use. You will not be able to return to your job until your wrist fully heals. Workers’ compensation will cover your medical expenses and pay about two-thirds of your lost wages during that time. Consult With A Workers’ Compensation Attorney If you were injured in a workplace accident at Frontier Airlines, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney who is familiar with laws regarding workers’ comp claims in your state. Most workers’ compensation attorneys work on a contingency basis, so you have nothing to lose. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form to get your case on the right track today. Additional Resources Workers’ Compensation for Service Industry Time to File a Workers' Comp Claim? *Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Frontier Airlines, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
