Smaller aircraft are more likely to be in an accident than commercially operated jetliners because they operate without the strict regulations and requirements on major airlines set by the Federal Aviation Administration. There are many more opportunities for people flying personal aircraft like private jets, turboprops, helicopters, and drones to act irresponsibly and cause serious harm to someone else.
When you are hurt in a preventable accident involving any kind of aircraft, you likely have grounds to file suit with help from our New Orleans personal injury lawyer team against the person or people responsible. No matter what losses you have sustained and how much money you need in compensation, your New Orleans aviation accident lawyer could make sure you get paid fairly for your pain and will not charge you until you win your case.
What Kinds of Aviation Accidents Could Justify a Lawsuit?
There are a number of ways someone’s “negligent” behavior could lead to an aviation accident resulting in a serious injury to someone in the plane or on the ground. Some, like failing to adjust for turbulence or not reading instruments correctly, can be traced to a specific person’s reckless or careless conduct, while others, such as malfunctions caused by lack of maintenance or a defect in a mechanical component, may involve multiple people acting irresponsibly before takeoff.
To establish grounds for any lawsuit or settlement demand involving an aviation injury, another person’s specific “negligent” act must be the main cause of the accident, and the injured person filing suit should not be primarily—or ideally, even partly—to blame. A knowledgeable New Orleans aviation accident attorney could help establish fault for the accident.
Getting Paid Fairly Within Filing Deadlines
A lawyer can help ensure that a lawsuit over an aviation accident is filed before the applicable statute of limitations, or legal deadline for filing, expires. For aviation accidents occurring on or after July 1, 2024, Louisiana Civil Code Article 3493.1 generally gives injured people two years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. It is important to act promptly, however, because exceptions may apply depending on the circumstances of the accident and the parties involved.
With this in mind, it is important to account for potential long-term losses and demand money for them, which can mean estimating the expected future cost of things like:
- Medical bills
- Lost enjoyment/quality of life
- Physical pain and discomfort
- Emotional anguish and suffering
- Lost work wages and/or working ability
- Personal property damage, including disability-related costs for things like wheelchairs and home modifications
An aviation injury lawyer in New Orleans could discuss what damages should be worked into a claim during a private initial meeting.
Discuss Legal Options With an Aviation Accident Attorney in New Orleans
Aviation accidents can result in devastating injuries, significant financial losses, and, in the most tragic cases, the loss of a loved one. If you or someone in your family has been affected by an airplane crash, helicopter accident, private aircraft incident, or another aviation-related accident, you may have the right to seek compensation from those responsible.
You do not have to navigate the legal process alone. Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers has a trial-ready team available 24/7 to help you understand your options, investigate what caused the accident, and pursue the compensation you deserve.
Call Scott Vicknair Injury Lawyers at 504-474-6158 or contact us online for a free case review. There are no fees unless we win, so you can take the first step toward pursuing justice without worrying about upfront legal fees.
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