Helicopter Accident Attorney in Bowling Green

Most helicopter accident cases usually have something to do with negligence. Examples of negligence in such cases include:

• pilot error, which can be anything from misjudgment in bad weather to failing to follow proper procedures;
• poor training or inexperience, leading to serious mistakes during flight operations;
• mechanical failures caused by improper maintenance or defective parts;
• failure of air traffic control to give incorrect instructions or provide crucial information, leading to collisions or unsafe flying conditions;
• failure to thoroughly check flights for potential issues; and
• Inadequate safety protocols or ignoring established aviation standards.

Liability in helicopter accidents can involve multiple parties. The helicopter pilot is often scrutinized first for potential errors or negligence. The helicopter's owner or operator, on the other hand, might be liable for inadequate maintenance or hiring inexperienced pilots.

Manufacturers of the helicopter or its parts can also be held responsible if a defect contributed to the crash. The same applies to maintenance crews or companies if they failed to properly service the aircraft.

Air traffic controllers and their employers can be held accountable for giving incorrect instructions or failing to manage airspace safely. Additionally, the company that trained the pilot could be liable if inadequate training led to the accident.

Other potentially liable parties include but are not limited to:

• the charter company that provided the flight, especially if safety standards were compromised;
• the airport authority, if inadequate facilities contributed to the accident; or even
• passengers if their actions interfered with safe flight operations.  

If you win your case, you may be able to recover damages. The most common damages in such cases include:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages and future earning capacity
• Pain and suffering damages   
• Loss of consortium
• Costs for rehabilitation and long-term care
• Travel expenses related to medical treatment
• Funeral expenses in the event of a fatality

Helicopter accidents are known to cause serious injuries and even death. Do not handle such a difficult case alone when you can involve experts from America's largest and most powerful injury firm for free. To get started with a free case review, please fill out this form today.