Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Peterson Law Release Major Update on Behalf of Dozens of Victims in Deadly Louisville UPS Plane Crash

The joint legal team led by Masten Childers and Justin Peterson now represents more than 80 individuals and multiple local businesses following the November 4 aviation disaster.

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Peterson Law have released an update on the comprehensive wrongful death and catastrophic injury litigation filed on behalf of more than 80 individuals and multiple Louisville-area businesses affected by the November 4 UPS plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky.

The litigation is led by Masten Childers III, Kentucky Managing Partner at Whiteford Taylor & Preston, alongside Justin Peterson, Founding Partner of Peterson Law. Their joint team includes experienced attorneys and litigation staff working to ensure that victims and their families receive answers, accountability, and justice in the proper jurisdiction.

"This tragedy devastated families, workers, and business owners across Louisville," said Masten Childers III, lead counsel on the case. "Our responsibility is to give them a voice, uncover the truth about what happened, and fight for the full measure of justice they deserve."

Childers further stated that "despite what others are doing, this is not a race to the courthouse. We must be methodical to ensure that those responsible are held accountable in the proper jurisdiction. Justin and I were born and raised in this great Commonwealth – and we intend on ensuring those whose lives were devastated have their voices heard."

Justin Peterson added:
"We are honored to stand with these families. This case is not only about loss—it's about truth, accountability, and preventing anything like this from happening again."

Newly Identified Victims & Clients

Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Peterson Law now represent more than 80 individuals and numerous commercial entities impacted by the crash. Their continued sign-ups reflect the widespread damage inflicted on the community.

Individuals Represented (List of 85)

1. Sherline Fedon and Rashaun Fedon as Co-Administrators of the Estate of their father, Lou Fedon
2. Sherline Fedon, Individually, and as Administrator of the Estate of her daughter, Kimberly Asa
3. Jamel Beard, Individually and as father of his minor child, daughter of Trina Chavez
4. Ashley Muse
5. Deborah Crawford
6. Jesus Garza
7. Ezra Nepo
8. Raphael Nepo
9. Brian Ruiz
10. Bedford Adams
11. Enrique Cabrera Hernandez
12. Patricia Alejandra Caceres Criceno
13. Pamela Carr
14. Demarkis Clayton
15. Yovani Colina Broche
16. Kyler Collins
17. Luis Cruz Ruiz
18. Joey Garber
19. Sean Garber
20. Harry Garber
21. Lisa Garber
22. Maikol Escobar
23. Juan Estrada
24. Yadira Teruel Estrader
25. Orlando Gonzalez Fernandez
26. Cindy Tilford
27. Yunior Brull Gonzalez
28. Charles Kujawa
29. Calvin Lampkin
30. Alejandro Rojas Lara
31. Manuel Leos
32. Christan Solorzano Martinez
33. Kayla Morris
34. David Muzzy
35. Joshua Robinson
36. Brianmichael Strothoff
37. Tristen York
38. Alain Rodriguez Colina
39. Nathan Distler
40. Jeanna Christian
41. Levi Bishop
42. Leevancleef Florexile
43. Andrew Shelton
44. Joseph Vernizzi
45. Georgie Dow
46. Patricia Meze Santellan
47. Justin Aranda
48. Gary Spivak
49. Eric Ocidi
50. Larry Frank
51. Claudia Guerra
52. Tywan Johnston
53. Frank King III
54. Tia Comstock
55. Robert Sanders
56. Keith Seadler
57. Alex Lalumandier
58. Uziel David Hernandez Gonzalez
59. Thomas Victor Ashby
60. Diane Lynne Bibelhauser
61. Juan Carlos Mendez Estrada
62. Jorge "Hugo" Patricio Pantoja Maldonado
63. Edilberto Ramos Arceo
64. Lloysiel Urbano Sans Maseda
65. Brandon Smith
66. Wyatt Smith
67. Tia Hite
68. Amy Bovenmyer
69. Orlando Adrian Ochoa Ochoa
70. Gertrudis Villalobos
71. Brian Bischoff
72. Jacqueline Morris
73. Adam Bowman
74. Yurisan Guerra Hernandez
75. Roberto Estrada Flores
76. Alexander Quevedo Hernandez
77. Juan Carlos Garrido Fernandez
78. Cynthia Chandler
79. Willie Berry
80. Natalie Bain
81. Jeremy Parker
82. Ismet Sadikovic
83. Jaren Haynes
84. Dazayverra Kennedy
85. Adis Rizvanovic

Businesses Represented

1. Algar, Inc. dba Grade A Recycling
2. SG&D Ventures, LLC
3. Smith Chassis & Metal
4. Yocum's Cisterns and Septic Tanks
5. WPG Family Realty, LLC
6. B&B Truck Sales, Inc. / Jason Cehic
7. Hook & Book Towing & Recovery, LLC / Wayne Coomer

Ongoing Investigation

Both firms emphasize that the investigation remains active and that additional claimants may come forward as the community continues to recover and uncover losses. A formal complaint is coming, but we must first respect the injured and their families and allow them time to grieve and understand the full breadth of the tragedy before rushing to the courthouse.

"This is one of the most far-reaching aviation disasters in Kentucky history," said Childers. "We will pursue every avenue to ensure these families receive justice."

About Whiteford Taylor & Preston

Whiteford Taylor & Preston is a full-service law firm with more than 200 attorneys across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. The firm represents national and regional clients in complex litigation, business law, regulatory matters, aviation disaster claims, and catastrophic loss cases. Under Masten Childers's leadership, Whiteford's presence has grown in Kentucky bringing extensive trial experience and a commitment to supporting individuals, families, and businesses affected by major disasters.

About Peterson Law

Peterson Law is a Kentucky-based personal injury firm representing victims of catastrophic accidents, trucking crashes, aviation-related injuries, auto collisions, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse. Known for its "Personal Care. Powerful Results." approach, Peterson Law is recognized statewide for securing meaningful results and delivering compassionate, hands-on representation to clients facing life-altering loss.

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