Elevator disaster in Gloria leaves community in mourning with potential lack of accountability, attorney clarifies reasons

The tragic Elevador da Glória accident in Lisbon, one of the city's worst tragedies in recent decades, has left many questions and concerns. Here's what we know about the compensation process for the victims so far.

Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the accident, but Pedro Duro, a spokesperson, has suggested that there may have been either conscious or unconscious negligence involved. However, he has ruled out the possibility of intent.

Victims of the Elevador da Glória accident, like those in other public transportation accidents, have the right to compensation for both material and physical damages. Compensation for the accident will be paid by Carris' insurer, although Pedro Duro did not specify the identity of the insurer.

Pedro Duro also mentioned that the liability insurance covering the victims offers a statutory minimum coverage volume of about seven million euros. This coverage compensates survivors and families of the deceased. Additional insurance may cover property damage and other specific cases such as work or travel accidents.

However, Pedro Duro did not discuss the possibility of additional sources of compensation for the victims or provide details on the potential amount of compensation. He also did not mention if the compensation has been fully determined.

A question that has been raised is whether the insurer can recover the money paid out in the Elevador da Glória accident. Pedro Duro assured that coverage will always be provided, regardless of whether criminal responsibility is established or not. He also noted that the insurance coverage for Carris is substantial, but not considered exorbitant given the number of victims in the accident.

Claims for compensation can be made directly by the injured or by the families of the deceased. It is also possible that no one will be held responsible for the accident. Pedro Duro did not mention if he has any further updates on this matter.

The Elevador da Glória accident has resulted in 16 fatalities, a grim reminder of the importance of safety in public transportation. As investigations continue, we will keep you updated on any new developments regarding the compensation process for the victims.