El Paso Aviation Accident Attorney
When you or someone you love is involved in an aviation accident, your life can change forever. Serious injuries and devastating emotional trauma can result. And, in many cases, the incident is fatal, and surviving family members are left to cope with the death of a loved one.
Slack Davis provides compassionate and knowledgeable legal support in these difficult situations. With more than 30 years of experience representing injured victims, our firm understands how to build strong claims and fight for justice for those who suffer harm.
To find out more about how we can help you in your pursuit of justice, give us a call today to schedule a free consultation with an El Paso aviation accident lawyer.
What Are Your Rights After an Aviation Accident?
In the aftermath of an aviation accident, you may be able to take legal action against:
- The airline or aircraft owner
- The pilot or flight crew
- The maintenance crew
- The manufacturer of the aircraft or the manufacturer of aircraft parts
- The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in cases of air traffic controller negligence, or private companies responsible for air traffic control at small airports
You can pursue a claim against any defendant whose negligence or wrongdoing resulted in the aviation incident occurring. You will need to demonstrate their legal obligation to you, as well as how they fell short in fulfilling their duties.
If you can successfully prove a claim, you should be “made whole” or compensated in full for losses resulting from an aviation accident. You can pursue a personal injury claim if you were the victim, or a wrongful death claim if your loved one was killed. The goal is to obtain payment for economic and non-financial losses, including for:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages and lost future earning power
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Property damage
- Funeral costs
You may also be able to recover punitive damages in cases of gross negligence where the defendant showed extreme disregard for human life, such as when repeated safety violations were ignored.
What Can an El Paso Aviation Accident Lawyer do to Help You?
An El Paso aviation accident lawyer at Slack Davis can help you to protect and enforce your rights during a difficult time in your life after an aviation accident. Our firm can:
- Identify defendants and address any complexities involved in pursuing claims. For example, if you are taking action against the FAA, the Federal Tort Claims Act imposes strict deadlines and specific requirements you must follow.
- Obtain evidence such as black box data, aircraft maintenance records, air traffic controller staffing logs, and other proof of liability
- Connect you with experts who can testify about how the incident happened and about the extent of your loss
- Determine appropriate legal arguments, such as whether your case arises under product liability laws or an airline is vicariously liable for the on-the-job actions of negligent pilots
- Negotiate a settlement or litigate in court so you can maximize the chances of recovering all of the compensation available to you
Contact Slack Davis For Help After an Aviation Accident in El Paso
If you or someone you love was involved in an aircraft incident in and around the El Paso Airport or surrounding airports, our firm can represent you. We’ll be there from day one to build a strong claim and will keep you informed throughout the progression of your case.
Call (800) 455-8686 today to schedule your consultation with an El Paso aviation accident lawyer to learn more.