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Lopez Law Firm, P.A. is a Minnesota personal injury law firm concentrating its practice in representing injured victims of all types of accident and negligence cases including automobile, truck, motorcycle, pedestrian, slip and fall, medical malpractice, and wrongful death.

Aviation Accidents

Airplanes are huge and powerful machines. When an airplane accident occurs, therefore, the damage caused can be great. Every year in Minnesota, pilots and passengers are injured as a result of plane crashes. In addition, much property damage occurs and some innocent bystanders are hurt when plane accidents occur.

Unfortunately, from a legal standpoint, aviation accidents can be rather complicated. In many cases, large companies own the planes that crash and these companies hire powerful insurance companies and attorneys to ensure that injured parties do not claim too much in injuries. If you have been injured in a plan accident, you need an excellent Minnesota accident lawyer to represent you.

Another problem with aviation accidents is that many are caused by complex, very preventable causes, including:

  • Faulty or Defective Equipment
  • Improper loading
  • Ignoring FAA Regulations
  • Problems with the Design or Structure of an Aircraft
  • Pilot error
  • Negligence of Flight Service Station employees
  • Negligence of a Carrier or Third Party Selection
  • Poorly maintained equipment
  • Federal Air Traffic Controller Negligence

Most of these causes are largely preventable, but trying to determine which cause created the conditions for an aviation accident can be very challenging. That’s why you need an excellent accident attorney. A qualified accident lawyer will have access to an investigative team which can determine exactly what caused an accident.

An injury lawyer is a must in an aviation accident because the outcomes for this type of accident can be so serious and far-reaching. Due to the serious nature of plane crashes, many victims sustain fatal or permanently disabling injuries. In many cases, these injured parties require extensive cosmetic surgery, rehabilitation, personal care, and extended hospital stays. Many of these costs are not covered by medical insurance, and if someone’s negligence has caused the injury, Minnesota laws protect the victim and allow the victim to seek damages from the negligent party.

Lopez Law Firm, P.A. has successfully represented many airplane accident victims. We can help you, whether you have suffered an injury or have lost a loved one due to an airplane crash. A personal injury attorney from our team can help you sort out exactly what happened and the compensation you may be entitled to by law. This can help you focus on healing after the accident.

We realize that accidents create a lot of stress, and as a result we do not ask you for any money up front. We are only paid if and when we get money for your case. This helps ensure that you get the legal help you are entitled to without huge bills.

Contact us online or call us at (612) 333-3319 to set up a FREE, no obligation consultation.