Airplane & Helicopter Crashes

The sudden death of basketball legend Kobe Bryant in January 2020 brought the risks of helicopter travel to the forefront of the news as well as the minds of many Americans who followed the tragic story. Bryant died in a helicopter crash that killed the pilot and all eight passengers, including Bryant and his young…

Helicopter and airplane crashes can change victims’ lives forever, along with the lives of their families and the people who love them. Whether the crash led to injuries or a tragic loss of life, victims and their loved ones may be entitled to compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and emotional pain and suffering.…

Adventure seekers and tourists who book helicopter tour rides may not be thinking about the most common causes of helicopter crashes, but they probably should, since helicopters are one of the most dangerous modes of air transportation. Many people think of helicopter rides as pure, exhilarating fun, or even as an essential part of saving…

Whether it’s traveling for work or going on vacation, many people reach their destinations on an airplane. If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident while flying, you may want to learn more about the causes of plane crashes and who is at fault. These tragedies can occur for a variety…

Understandably, plane crashes in 2018 dominated the headlines. During those 12 months alone, there were more than 500 deaths related to air travel, which is a tremendous spike in comparison to the 44 lives lost in 2017. With the increase in low-cost options, a rise in disposable income, and more working-age adults flying for both business…

It all started with that unsettling feeling in the pit of your stomach when a flight attendant asked passengers to return to their seats because rough conditions were ahead. Or, perhaps there was no announcement, but instead what felt like a sudden sharp drop in altitude, followed by a prolonged bumpy ride. As you tightened…