Contrary to popular belief, not all aviation accidents end up as front page news stories. In fact, aviation accidents, particularly those involving small planes, happen all the time even though they don’t always make the headlines. Sometimes these accidents result in minor injuries to passengers. Most of the time, however, aviation accidents result in catastrophic injuries and death.
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Causes of Aviation Accidents
Aviation litigation covers negligent acts by both commercial airlines and general aviation, including private planes and helicopters. Despite the industry’s emphasis on safety, mechanical difficulties and human error are cited as the most common causes of aviation accidents. More specifically, aviation accidents are often due to:
· Pilot error—fatigue and drowsiness from long flights, in-flight illness, intoxication; poor judgment; incompetence
· Mechanical problems—engine failure or fire; structural design problems; defective engineering; deficient maintenance, repair or replacement of parts; instrument failure
· Runway hazards and weather—poor visibility; changing weather conditions; turbulence; runway incursions
· Air traffic control—miscommunication; judgment error
Aviation Accidents and Your Rights
Due to the nature of aviation accidents, such as high speed and altitude, catastrophic injury and wrongful death are the common points in litigation. If you or a family member suffered catastrophic injury or death in an aviation accident—regardless of the type of aircraft—you have legal rights that need to be protected. You may be eligible to receive monetary compensation for your losses by filing a personal injury lawsuit. If your loved one died in an aviation accident, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit to seek justice on your loved one’s behalf.
Because aviation accident litigation is a highly complex area of law, it is important to seek the counsel of experienced attorneys. At Perey Law Group, PLLC our lawyers have extensive experience handling complex personal injury cases and can help you obtain the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us today to discuss your legal options.
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