What Are the Types of Aviation Accidents?

When you think about aviation accidents, you probably picture a nightmarish scenario like a plane crashing into terrain and exploding. While these catastrophic, fatal incidents do occur, they are relatively rare. The majority of aviation accidents do not result in full-on crashes, and some do not even occur when the aircraft is airborne.
Types of aviation accidents we are ready to handle include:

• Flight maneuver problems
• Landing accidents
• Taxiing accidents
• Ground collisions
• Mid-air collisions

Who Is Liable for Aviation Accidents?

Who can be held responsible for an aviation accident will depend on the nature of what occurred and whose decisions contributed to the cause of the incident. Many aviation accidents are caused by one or more factors, including human error, design or manufacturing defects, and maintenance problems. Legal professionals rely on the findings of the federal investigation as they work to ascertain liability.

After carefully evaluating the circumstances, our aviation accident attorneys can help you take action against all liable parties, which may include:

• The pilot(s)
• The manufacturer of a defective aircraft component
• The aircraft’s owner
• The ground crew
• The airline

What Damages Can I Recover in an Aviation Accident Lawsuit?

The time limits that apply to aviation accidents can be extremely complicated and vary by state, the type of aircraft, and other factors. You should always get in touch with a legal professional as soon as you can after the accident to ensure you do not miss any deadlines and consequently lose your right to recover damages.

Our team at Potts Law Firm will work to get you compensation for all monetary and non-monetary losses, including:

• Medical expenses
• Lost earning capacity
• Disfigurement
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering

When seeking compensation from an airline, you will be going up against some of the toughest and most relentless insurance companies in the business. They will almost certainly do everything in their power to avoid paying what you are owed under the law. Our aviation accident lawyers can level the playing field and provide you with the reliable, capable advocacy you need to prevail. We will always work to favorably resolve your case as quickly as possible while securing the maximum compensation available.