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The Aviation Law Center is designed to provide access to individuals regarding the legal issues surrounding airline injuries, both private and commercial. Here you will find an explanation of the options available to you pertaining to claims against commercial airlines and private owners. The rules concerning air travel for private airlines and commercial airlines, as controlled by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), can become quite complicated for pilots and passengers and will be explained.

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After an Aviation Accident
If you have ever been in an aviation accident, you may have already learned the difficult way that there are a number of things you have to do after an aviation accident. However, if you have never been in an aviation accident or you were just in one there are multiple things you should do that are in your best interest. Individuals who follow these things are able to recover more quickly and receive further assistance...
An Overview of Aviation Accidents
According to a General Aviation Fatal Accidents Data Listing Report conducted by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the average number of general aviation and nonscheduled fatal accidents is between 319 and 385 per year. That reflects only a portion of total number of aviation accidents that occur each year.
Aviation Incidents FAQ
What types of issues arise from aviation accidents? There are several issues that could potentially arise in an aviation accident lawsuit. These include: liability relating to the accident itself; aviation insurance issues; product liability and actions relating to breaches of FAA rules.

The Public Apology
In the 20 years that I have been successfully representing aviation accident victims, including in some of...
What causes aviation accidents
The FAA governs a wide variety of activities in relation to aviation in the USA: from flight operations, aircraft manufacture and pilot activity. The vast majority of aviation accidents occur at a relatively low height – either before, during or after take off or landing. A much smaller number of crashes occur in mid-flight. After a crash, the National Transport Safety Board, amongst other authorities, investigate what caused the accident although these findings are not permitted to form part of any subsequent court proceedings.

Aviation Lawyers FAQ

What is a typical award in an aviation law case?

A. The award will depend upon the crime committed – and there is no set award. Individuals may seek monetary compensation, reimbursement for medical bills or other types of compensation. Your lawyer...

Should I hire an aviation law attorney if I feel that I may have a case?

A. It is advisable for you to hire or at least have a consultation with an aviation law attorney. These attorneys are knowledgeable in this area of the law and know the ins and outs of the law. They can tell you whether you have a case...

Can aviation law cover more than just accidents or injuries that occurred while in flight?

A. Yes. There are many different injuries or accidents that take place at the airport or before you have actually boarded your flight. You should probably speak to a lawyer to determine whether or not you have an aviation law case...

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