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

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 3, 2025

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)

Sherline Fedon and Rashaun Fedon as Co-Administrators of the Estate of their father, Lou Fedon
Sherline Fedon, Individually, and as Administrator of the Estate of her daughter, Kimberly Asa
Jamel Beard, Individually and as father of his minor child, daughter of Trina Chavez
Ashley Muse
Deborah Crawford
Jesus Garza
Ezra Nepo
Raphael Nepo
Brian Ruiz
Bedford Adams
Enrique Cabrera Hernandez
Patricia Alejandra Caceres Criceno
Pamela Carr
Demarkis Clayton
Yovani Colina Broche
Kyler Collins
Luis Cruz Ruiz
Joey Garber
Sean Garber
Harry Garber
Lisa Garber
Maikol Escobar
Juan Estrada
Yadira Teruel Estrader
Orlando Gonzalez Fernandez
Cindy Tilford
Yunior Brull Gonzalez
Charles Kujawa
Calvin Lampkin
Alejandro Rojas Lara
Manuel Leos
Christan Solorzano Martinez
Kayla Morris
David Muzzy
Joshua Robinson
Brianmichael Strothoff
Tristen York
Alain Rodriguez Colina
Nathan Distler
Jeanna Christian
Levi Bishop
Leevancleef Florexile
Andrew Shelton
Joseph Vernizzi
Georgie Dow
Patricia Meze Santellan
Justin Aranda
Gary Spivak
Eric Ocidi
Larry Frank
Claudia Guerra
Tywan Johnston
Frank King III
Tia Comstock
Robert Sanders
Keith Seadler
Alex Lalumandier
Uziel David Hernandez Gonzalez
Thomas Victor Ashby
Diane Lynne Bibelhauser
Juan Carlos Mendez Estrada
Jorge "Hugo" Patricio Pantoja Maldonado
Edilberto Ramos Arceo
Lloysiel Urbano Sans Maseda
Brandon Smith
Wyatt Smith
Tia Hite
Amy Bovenmyer
Orlando Adrian Ochoa Ochoa
Gertrudis Villalobos
Brian Bischoff
Jacqueline Morris
Adam Bowman
Yurisan Guerra Hernandez
Roberto Estrada Flores
Alexander Quevedo Hernandez
Juan Carlos Garrido Fernandez
Cynthia Chandler
Willie Berry
Natalie Bain
Jeremy Parker
Ismet Sadikovic
Jaren Haynes
Dazayverra Kennedy
Adis Rizvanovic

Businesses Represented

Algar, Inc. dba Grade A Recycling
SG&D Ventures, LLC
Smith Chassis & Metal
Yocum's Cisterns and Septic Tanks
WPG Family Realty, LLC
B&B Truck Sales, Inc. / Jason Cehic
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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