Galveston Aviation Accident Lawyer

Galveston Aviation Accident Attorneys

An aviation accident can leave behind major, long-term repercussions in many areas of your family’s day-to-day life. When a loved one has been injured or killed while traveling the Galveston area in a helicopter or other aircraft, you may feel hopeless and overwhelmed. Please know that a Galveston aviation accident lawyer from the highly regarded firm of Stevenson & Murray is standing by to help you seek justice for this tragic event.

While most flights are safe endeavors undertaken by skilled aircraft operators, serious accidents on runways, landing pads, and even in the air can occur. This can be an especially prevalent problem when corporations require their employees to regularly travel on company or company-chartered aircraft, such as to and from oil rigs. When these operations attempt to cut corners on safety protocols and adequate logistics support, their airborne workers can potentially suffer dire consequences.

A World-Class Aviation Accident Lawyer for Galveston, TX

At Stevenson & Murray, we know how to handle complex and sensitive aviation accident cases. We place particular emphasis on helicopter crashes that injure workers traveling to or from offshore oil rigs, but we are able to assist with a wide range of aviation-related injuries and wrongful death claims.

Our mastery of Texas personal injury law, combined with our extensive track record of success in unique niches like maritime law and industrial accident cases, makes us uniquely qualified to represent aviation accident victims throughout the Galveston area.

There are many personal injury lawyers in Galveston and throughout Texas, and choosing the right one to represent you can be a stressful ordeal. Here’s why the aviation accident attorneys at Stevenson & Murray stand out in this competitive market:

• Advanced Knowledge of Aviation Accident Cases – At Stevenson & Murray, we’re not just another firm willing to take on aviation-related injuries; aviation cases are one of our key areas of focus. We have a track record of successful outcomes, major settlements, and satisfied clients. Our comprehensive knowledge of aviation codes, the Jones Act, personal injury law, relevant legislation, and other niche legal topics ensures that our clients’ cases are as strong as possible.
• End-to-End Legal Support – From helping injured workers understand the process of filing insurance claims to pursuing wrongful death cases on behalf of bereaved loved ones, we provide comprehensive, confidential, and client-focused support from day one through the moment you have received the compensation you rightfully deserve.
• Convenient Locations to Serve Texas – In addition to Galveston, we also serve Corpus Christi, Freeport, and several other cities to help injured Texans seek fair compensation for their aviation-based injuries.

Examining Aviation Negligence

While aviation accidents can be caused by a variety of factors, including mechanical issues or natural disasters, many others are the result of operator negligence, pilot error, or inadequate maintenance. When corporations prioritize profits over the safety of their own people, and this mindset is combined with the inherently dangerous proposition of air travel, the consequences can be catastrophic.

The aviation injury litigation team at Stevenson & Murray can meticulously investigate every detail of your injury in order to build the strongest case possible and bring justice to the parties responsible for your injury. Some potential underlying causes of aviation accidents that we might uncover include:

• Pilot Mistakes: Pilots can be overworked and may sometimes be subject to negligent actions, poor decisions, misjudgments, or judgment calls gone wrong. Unfortunately, on-the-job mistakes by pilots can cause injury or fatality to third parties. This includes errors made by the pilot during flight, takeoff, landing, or even in their preparation (or lack thereof) for the flight.
• Mechanical Failure: Defects in the aircraft’s construction or malfunctions occurring in its various systems can also be at the root of serious aviation accidents. In certain cases, it may be possible to take legal action against a manufacturer of aircraft or specific aircraft parts.
• Maintenance Issues: Inadequate inspections, improperly conducted repairs, and other maintenance issues (rather than manufacturer defects) are found at the heart of some mechanical failures. When the inadequate maintenance of aircraft or facilities leads to a serious injury or wrongful death, you may be able to seek compensation from the airline operator, even if that operator is your own employer.
• Air Traffic Control Errors: In some instances, aviation accidents can be caused by air traffic control personnel giving incorrect directions to pilots. Air traffic controllers, like pilots, are often subject to long hours and stressful decisions, leading to the potential for consequential mistakes to be made.
• Failure to Follow Regulations: Unfortunately, many totally avoidable aviation accidents are caused by airline operators failing to adhere to equipment safety regulations, air traffic protocols, or other important rules. Bad actors in the airline business can range in size from passenger airlines to privately contracted helicopter shuttles.

Regardless of how big or small the aircraft operator that harmed you may be, Stevenson & Murray can help you seek significant compensation for airplane and helicopter-related injuries.

Aviation Accident Attorney FAQs

Q: How Much Can You Sue an Airline for After a Crash?

A: You can sue an airline for a significant amount of money after a plane or helicopter crash, depending on the specific circumstances surrounding the incident. Major factors in calculating a settlement or judgment amount will include the severity of injuries suffered, the degree of negligence involved, and whether a wrongful death occurred. Large settlements are possible.

Q: Who Is Liable in an Aviation Accident?

A: A number of different parties may be liable in an aviation accident. This includes airlines and their executives, aircraft manufacturers, pilots, maintenance providers, and potentially any number of other parties, depending on the unique circumstance of a case. Determining liability usually requires a thorough investigation and a detailed analysis of all available evidence.

Q: What Is Aviation Negligence?

A: Aviation negligence is a broad term that can be used to describe negligent actions by an airline, pilot, or maintenance provider. Establishing that an aviation-related death or injury was caused by negligence (rather than an unfortunate but ultimately random accident) in a court of law can be challenging, and it calls for the services of a skilled litigator with experience in aviation cases.

Q: What Is Considered an Accident in Aviation?

A: An accident in aviation would typically be considered any incident associated with the operation of an aircraft that results in injuries, death, damage to the aircraft, and/or damage to other property. Such accidents can take place during the takeoff or landing process, as well as while the aircraft is actively in flight.

Stevenson & Murray: Maximum Compensation for Aviation Accidents

If you or a loved one has been harmed in an aviation incident, such as a helicopter malfunction, while traveling to an oil rig for work, you may be entitled to significant compensation. The aviation injury team at Stevenson & Murray is ready to help. Contact us today to set up a confidential consultation.