Australian sues Etihad over obese passenger

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An Australian plane passenger, who claims he suffered back pain after being seated next to an overweight man, is suing Etihad Airways.

James Bassos says he had to contort his body to avoid contact with his fellow passenger during a 14-hour flight from the United Arab Emirates to Sydney.

He said the journey resulted in a back injury and is claiming $227,000 (£106,000) in damages.

Etihad insisted it would continue to oppose the case.

"Mr Bassos will finally face a medical assessment in December 2015," the company said in a statement.

"We believe that the matter will proceed to an early conclusion."

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