Aviation Accidents

While flying is generally considered safe, when an aviation accident occurs, the results can be devastating. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured or killed in an airplane accident, you might be eligible for financial compensation. To speak with a plane crash attorney about your rights, contact Flood Law Group today.

Causes of Aviation Accidents

Plane crashes can be caused by a number of factors, including human error, harsh weather conditions and equipment failures. The following are some causes of aviation accidents:

• Pilot incapacitation
• Air traffic controller error
• Bird strikes
• Cargo hold/cabin fire
• Design flaw
• Fuel starvation
• Failure to properly repair or maintain aircraft
• Mechanical problems
• Lightening and other harsh weather conditions
• Hijacking resulting in fatalities
• Sabotage/explosive device

When accidents occur, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will investigate the cause of the accident. If safety violations are found or if the accident was caused by pilot error, the passengers or surviving family members should consider speaking with a plane crash lawyer about filing a claim.

Types of Injuries

According to NTSB, injuries are more common than death. However, due to the speed and impact involved, passengers are at risk of serious injuries from airplane accidents, including:

• Serious wounds from metal objects, debris and broken glass
• Broken bones or crushing injuries
• Severed limbs
• Traumatic brain injuries from flying seats or luggage
• Severe burns when there is a fire onboard
• Spinal cord injuries can occur when a passenger is crushed

Serious injuries can have a huge impact on a person's quality of life. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in an airplane accident, we may be able to help you recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering.

If a loved one has been killed in an airplane crash, you want the best representation you can find. No amount of money can bring back a loved one. But, you deserve to be compensated for the pain and suffering you are going through, especially if the accident is caused by the negligence of an airline, its workers, or its pilots.

To schedule a free review of your case, please contact Flood Law Group today.