Being stranded in a foreign country by an airline can be a frustrating and economically damaging experience.

You may be met with a public relations approach which speaks of goodwill and customer service, but which leaves you out of pocket.

Your legal remedies may be met with claims of fine print contractual exclusions and unread internet conditions. The reality may be different, but may involve the law of different countries and international treaties.

Greg Finlayson has acted for people in a similar situation, negotiating outcomes against companies such as Qantas company Jetstar.