Austin Aviation Accident Lawyers
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located only 7.5 miles from downtown Austin and offers over 200 daily flights. While flyers generally get to their destinations safely, sometimes that does not happen.
Tragically, accidents in aircraft can often be serious and sometimes fatal.
Whether you traveled into or out of Austin from the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport on a commercial or private plane, or your travel was based around a smaller regional airport in the area, you need to understand your rights if you or a loved one is involved in an aviation accident in the area.
Slack Davis, LLP is here to help. Our Texas aviation accident attorneys have been fighting for injured victims nationwide since 1993, and we bring a very strong aviation background to every case involving an aircraft accident. We understand both the law and the technical nature of these cases, and we are prepared and ready to fight for you to get full and fair compensation.
To find out more about how our firm can help, give us a call or contact us online today to schedule your free consultation with an Austin aviation accident lawyer.
Why Hire an Aviation Accident Attorney in Austin From Slack Davis?
When you need an aviation accident attorney in the Austin area, Slack Davis, LLP is the clear choice to turn to. You should trust our team because:
- We have a strong background in aviation. Our team includes pilots who have logged thousands of hours of flight and even former NASA aerospace engineers such as Mike Slack. We deeply understand what can go wrong in an aircraft and know how to explain the complexities of accidents in a way a jury can understand.
- We have a history of successes. We have represented clients in 47 states after injuries, including those involving serious and even fatal aircraft accidents. We've recovered millions of dollars, and we bring this knowledge and experience to every claim.
- We care about our clients. Our many five-star reviews show we don't treat our clients as just another case. We understand how aircraft accidents change lives, and we are prepared and ready to go the distance and fight for you.
- We stand up to big airlines and their insurers. Both in and out of court, we have helped clients get the money they deserve from major commercial airlines, fractional aircraft operators, air traffic control, and others who are responsible for causing aviation accidents. We are ready to stand up to big companies and insurers to get you the money you deserve.
We don't charge legal fees unless we win, so you have nothing to lose by giving us a call.
What Are the Most Common Reasons for Aviation Accidents in Austin?
Aviation accidents can happen for many reasons, and Slack Davis, LLP has represented clients injured after many different kinds of crashes. Here are some of the most common reasons such as human errors, for aviation accidents in the Austin area:
- Airplane defects: Plane manufacturers can be liable if a problem with the plane or its parts causes or worsens injuries. For example, Slack Davis, LLP recovered compensation for helicopter crash victims after a Robinson R44 helicopter crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in a fuel tank rupture on impact. The ruptured fuel tank turned what would have been a survivable crash into a fatal accident, and victims recovered compensation after proving a defect led to the rupture.
- Lack of pilot training: Poorly trained pilots can cause serious mistakes that result in deadly accidents. Slack Davis, LLP helped plaintiffs recover compensation after a pilot's lack of training caused a fatal crash when a decision to fly in poor weather conditions resulted in the helicopter becoming caught in a severe downdraft.
- Improper maintenance: Those responsible for maintaining an aircraft can be liable for losses if their failure causes an accident. In one example, Slack Davis, LLP recovered compensation for victims when an engine inlet cover was left off the helicopter prior to the accident, causing ice to damage the plane's compressor blades.
- Pilot fatigue: Overtired and overworked pilots may make unsafe decisions, putting passengers at risk. In one case, Slack Davis, LLP was able to recover compensation for victims involved in a commercial airplane accident when the pilot and flight crew made mistakes in judgment due to excess fatigue.
In these and other cases, Slack Davis, LLP helps you to prove how the accident happened and who was to blame so you can maximize compensation.
What Are the Most Common Aviation Accident Injuries and Damages?
Aviation accidents can cause serious and often fatal injuries because of the force of a crash and impact or the risk of issues like fuel tank explosions. Some of the most common injuries suffered in aviation accidents include:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs): Concussions and other severe brain injuries, which can affect memory, cognition, and motor function.
- Spinal cord injuries: Damage to the spine, which can cause chronic pain and sometimes paralysis or reduced mobility.
- Broken bones: Fractures are common due to the force of impact and may lead to surgery and lengthy rehabilitation.
- Burn injuries: Fires and explosions can cause severe burns that require extensive medical treatment, including skin grafts in some circumstances.
- Internal injuries: Damage to organs or internal bleeding can be life-threatening, and these injuries are not always immediately apparent.
- Cuts and lacerations: Flying debris, glass shattering, and twisted metal parts from the aircraft can cause deep cuts and lead to permanent scarring.
- Psychological trauma: Many survivors experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, or other mental injuries.
Slack Davis, LLP helps you fight for full and fair compensation for economic and non-financial loss caused by all injuries.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Your Aviation Accident in Austin?
Many potential defendants can be held liable for an aviation accident in Austin, including:
- Negligent pilots and flight crew
- Aircraft owners or operators
- Air traffic controllers
- Plane manufacturers
- Aircraft maintenance personnel
We'll help you identify all defendants to maximize compensation for your losses.
How to Prove Negligence in Aviation Accidents
To prove negligence in aviation accidents, you will need to demonstrate:
- The defendant owed you a duty, such as the duty to ensure proper pilot training or the duty to operate the aircraft safely and not while fatigued or impaired
- The duty was breached. For example, if a reasonably competent maintenance professional would not have made the mistake that resulted in the crash, this is an example of a breach
- The breach led to harm that you can be compensated for
Slack Davis, LLP will gather black box data, witness statements, expert testimony, debris from the crash scene, and more to help you prove your claim.
What Damages Can I Recover After an Aviation Accident in Austin?
You should be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and wrongful death damages if your loved one was killed in an aviation accident.
Our firm has recovered millions for clients, and we are ready to fight for the money you deserve in or out of court.
Contact an Austin Aviation Accident Attorney From Slack Davis, LLP Today
Don't wait to act after an incident with an aircraft. Call (800) 455-8686, to speak with an Austin aviation accident lawyer at Slack Davis, LLP today so we can get started fighting for you.