Español FAQ: ¿Qué tan rápido después de un accidente de avión debo contratar a un abogado de aviación?
Debe contratar a un abogado lo antes posible. Muchas veces, los representantes de la compañía de aviación están investigando inmediatamente las circunstancias que rodearon un accidente, construyendo su caso y su defensa. Es absolutamente vital que contrate a un abogado que pueda abogar por usted lo antes posible. Cuanto más espere, más difícil será defender
Read MoreFAQ: What sort of injuries are most common in plane crashes and other aviation accidents?
There are no common injuries in airplane crashes. Aviation accidents can be catastrophic resulting in hundreds of deaths. However, they can also be minimal depending on the nature of the incident. If the plane is on the ground and there is a minor issue, the injuries can be minor in nature. However, when a plane
Read MoreEspañol FAQ: ¿Cuáles son los mayores desafíos en un caso de accidente de aviación?
Eso depende. Ningún caso es como otro caso. Cada caso es único y con eso vienen diferentes hechos y circunstancias para cada caso. Esto significa que en un caso puede haber un problema de responsabilidad del producto o un defecto de fabricación que debe explorar, en otros puede ser un problema de un piloto bajo
Read MoreFAQ: Who can be held responsible for an aviation accident?
Many different entities or individuals can be help responsible for an aviation accident. Who bears fault will depend on the specific facts surrounding the specific case at issue. Sometimes an error can occur due to pilot error, in that case maybe the airline employee is at fault. Other times a piece of the plane could
Read MoreEspañol FAQ: ¿Qué compensación recibe si se ve involucrado en un accidente de avión comercial?
Eso depende. No hay una cantidad fija para la compensación que puede obtener en un accidente aéreo. La gama de daños que obtenga dependerá de una variedad de factores que incluyen, entre otros, sus lesiones, facturas médicas, dolor y sufrimiento, deterioro o desfiguración, salarios perdidos y / o el grado de negligencia que resultó en
Read MoreFAQ: How long does an aviation lawsuit take, and how much of my time will it consume?
Aviation lawsuits are very complicated and can take years to resolve. There is no set time frame on average, but from beginning to end if your case involved filing a lawsuit, you will be looking at several years to fully litigate your case.
Read MoreFAQ: Imagine I’m in a plane crash that takes off from one state, is scheduled to land in another, but instead crashes in a third. In which state would my lawsuit be filed?
It depends. Legally you can choose the venue you file a lawsuit in, which could include the origin or where the flight took off, the specific place where the incident occurred, the airlines headquarters, or potentially in federal court. An experienced attorney can investigate what venue is most advantageous and file your lawsuit in the
Read MoreFAQ: Should airplane crash victims or their families discuss settlement with the airline or its insurance company?
No. It is never advisable for you to try and negotiate a settlement on your own behalf. These airlines and insurers have decades of experience in settlement negotiations and you will always be at a disadvantage. You should always seek out an experienced attorney who can advocate and negotiate for you.
Read MoreFAQ: What roles do the NTSB or FAA play following an airplane crash, and how might that impact me?
The NTSB and FAA often conduct investigations following an aviation incident. The NTSB’s primary focus is trying to identify the cause behind any one incident. The FAA also serves this function but will also intercede when criminal activity is involved. These agencies independent investigations can sometimes establish a case for negligence, however, they can also
Read MoreFAQ: How quickly after an airplane accident must I hire an aviation attorney?
You should hire an attorney as soon as possible. Many times the aviation company representatives are immediately investigating the circumstances surrounding a crash, building their case and their defense. It is absolutely vital that you hire an attorney who can advocate for you as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the harder it will
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