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KTVB, Idaho’s NBC affiliate, featured commentary from Ladd Sanger, our Dallas managing partner and a licensed pilot, in a report examining the maintenance history of the UPS MD-11 cargo aircraft that crashed near Louisville. FAA records reviewed by KTVB show the aircraft had been grounded in San Antonio for six weeks earlier this fall,…
Ladd Sanger, board-certified aviation attorney, pilot, and Managing Partner of Slack Davis’s Dallas office, was featured on WHAS11 — Louisville’s ABC affiliate — to discuss new findings in the ongoing investigation of the UPS cargo plane crash at Muhammad Ali International Airport. In the segment, Sanger explained how early evidence points to a catastrophic…
Slack Davis has been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms by Best Lawyers®, earning Regional Tier 1 rankings in both Dallas and Austin, Texas. The firm received recognition in the following categories: Dallas, TX – Personal Injury Litigation and Product Liability Litigation (Plaintiffs) Austin, TX – Personal Injury Litigation (Plaintiffs) This honor reflects the firm’s continued dedication to achieving exceptional results…
Ladd Sanger, board-certified aviation attorney, pilot, and Managing Partner of Slack Davis’s Dallas office, appeared on FOX News LiveNOW to discuss new footage and emerging details from the UPS cargo plane crash near Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport. During the interview, Sanger provided expert analysis on what early evidence suggests about the cause of the accident — including the engine…
Ladd Sanger, Dallas Managing Partner at Slack Davis and a licensed pilot, appeared on WHAS11 News Louisville to analyze new footage from the UPS cargo plane crash near Muhammad Ali International Airport. In the interview, Sanger discusses early indicators from the video, including a possible engine separation and fuel-fed fire, and explains what investigators will look for as the NTSB begins…
One of our managing partners and aviation attorney Mike Slack spoke with NBC Dallas following the outage that grounded hundreds of flights at DFW Airport and Love Field after cut fiber optic cables disrupted radar operations and raised new concerns about FAA system safeguards. “These communications are very, very vital to safety,” Slack told NBC…
Slack Davis is proud to announce that Managing Partner Mike Slack and Partner Ladd Sanger have once again been recognized as Texas Super Lawyers for 2025. This distinction is awarded to only about 5% of attorneys in Texas, making it one of the most respected honors in the legal profession. This year marks a milestone for both attorneys: Mike Slack has now…
Aviation attorney Mike Slack spoke with First Alert 4 News following the fatal helicopter crash near Alton, Illinois, that killed two men during utility work. “This is extremely challenging flying — high risk with very little room for error,” Slack explained, noting that the MD 369D’s short rotor blades provide limited clearance near powerlines. Read…
Slack Davis, LLP is proud to share that three of our attorneys have been honored in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. These distinctions reflect not only the dedication and expertise of our attorneys but also the trust placed in them by peers across…
Slack Davis proudly congratulates Austin Managing Partner Mike Slack and Senior Attorney Derek Quick on being named to Austin Monthly’s 2025 list of “Top Attorneys” in the category of Aviation Law. Published annually, the Austin Monthly “Top Attorneys” list is based on peer nominations and recognizes attorneys in the Austin area who demonstrate excellence in their practice areas and a commitment to serving clients with integrity. Mike Slack and Derek…