Crans-Montana Fire Victim Seeks €8.2M Compensation.

A French woman seriously injured in the deadly Crans-Montana Fire Disaster has filed a compensation claim worth €8.2 million (CHF7.5 million) in a Paris court. Her lawyer stated that the claim aims to cover urgent medical expenses and lifelong care costs following the tragic incident.

The victim’s lawyer, Sébastien Fanti, explained that the legal request includes €2 million as an immediate payment for emergency treatment and ongoing support. The remaining amount would help cover medical care, rehabilitation, loss of earnings, and future living expenses for the victim.

According to the lawyer, the woman suffered severe physical injuries during the devastating fire and will require permanent care for the rest of her life. An expert reportedly prepared the preliminary compensation estimate submitted to the court in Paris.

The legal action was filed with the Compensation Commission for Victims of Crime in Paris. It follows a criminal complaint submitted to the Valais public prosecutor’s office on April 1. The complaint includes allegations of negligent arson, negligent grievous bodily harm, and violations of building regulations connected to the disaster.

Lawyer Sébastien Fanti said he currently represents 26 victims and family members affected by the tragedy. He also stated that he believes France could eventually pay compensation to the injured woman and later seek accountability from local Swiss authorities.

The tragic fire disaster took place in Crans-Montana on New Year’s Day. The incident claimed the lives of 41 people and injured 115 others, making it one of the most devastating recent tragedies in Switzerland.

Authorities in the canton of Valais continue investigating the causes of the fire and possible violations of safety regulations. The case has attracted significant public attention across both Switzerland and France due to the scale of the disaster and the ongoing legal proceedings.