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Were you or a loved one hurt in an airplane accident in New York City? An experienced New York City aviation/airplane accidents lawyer can help you fight to maximize your financial award. At the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers, we can help you seek damages for medical bills, lost wages, suffering, and more.
We have over 25 years of experience handling complex personal injury cases–and we’ve already recovered tens of millions of dollars in compensation for accident victims and their families across NYC.
Insurance companies don’t want you to hire us. That’s exactly why you should call our law offices in New York, New York at (212) 564 2800, to schedule a free consultation today.
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Dealing with insurance after any type of accident can be a nightmare. Plane accident claims are notoriously complex. It can take months or even years for investigators to complete their reports. You don’t have to sit back and wait.
An experienced New York City personal injury lawyer can help you take control. At the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers, LLC, we have over 25 years of experience fighting for clients like you. We can help you find out what happened and recover the money you need.
Hiring our attorneys means you’ll have an entire legal team in your corner to:
Our firm has earned an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. We’ve also won some of the largest settlements and verdicts in NYC.
Do you have questions about how we can help with your case? Call to schedule a free consultation with our New York City personal injury attorneys today.
New York City is no stranger to aviation accidents. For most people, images of U.S. Airways Flight 1549 landing on the Hudson or the 737 Boeing MAX crash in Indonesia come to mind. In reality, these types of dramatic plane accidents are relatively rare.
Now, that doesn’t mean that aviation accidents are uncommon. Out of the 220,000 civilian aircraft registered in the U.S., about 90% are classified as “general aviation aircraft”. General aviation aircraft is a catch-all term used to account for all planes except for commercial passenger airlines.
General aviation aircraft include:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation data:
Serious commercial airline accidents are relatively rare. Over the last five years, there have been an average of 14 fatal airplane crashes involving commercial passenger planes or cargo planes per year.
The value of your personal injury claim will depend on factors that are unique to your case. Judges, juries, and insurance adjusters often consider:
A serious accident can change your life forever. To recover fair compensation, you’ll have to translate your losses into dollar values.
Our NYC aviation accident attorneys can help–just call to schedule your free case evaluation today.
Your compensatory damages are designed to make you “whole” after an accident. Both your financial losses and non-financial losses should be included in your settlement or verdict.
For example, your economic damages award may provide compensation for:
The non-economic portion of your damages award compensates for:
Different types of damages may be available for victims of wrongful death in New York. You may be entitled to compensation for funeral expenses, loss of inheritance, loss of financial support, and more.
Plane crashes often cause severe physical injuries and emotional trauma. At the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC, we’re prepared to help you fight to recover full compensation for your injuries, including:
Many plane accidents are fatal. If you lost a loved one, our lawyers can help you pursue a claim for wrongful death.
According to a Boeing study, most plane accidents occur during takeoff or landing. In fact, about 80% of all airplane accidents happen during the first three minutes after takeoff or the final eight minutes before landing. Only 11% of accidents occurred while at cruising altitude.
It’s also important to understand why so many aviation accidents happen. Ultimately, identifying the cause of your accident is the only way to know who was responsible.
Pilot error causes many aviation/airplane accidents. Some of the most common forms of operator negligence include:
Mechanical and equipment problems can also cause plane accidents. Small private jets aren’t strictly regulated by the FAA and other government agencies. Some common problems that can contribute to accidents include:
More than one factor may have caused your accident. Our New York City aviation/airplane accidents lawyers have years of experience handling complex accident claims. We’d be happy to review your case for free, so give us a call today.
At the end of the day, most accidents occur because someone was negligent. To succeed with a negligence claim, you’ll have to establish four elements, including:
In other words, it’s necessary to show that the responsible party breached their duty of care and caused your damages.
Maybe you already know who and what caused your plane accident. You’ll also have to identify everyone who is legally responsible for your damages.
For example, even if the pilot’s error was the final straw that caused the accident, the following parties could also share liability:
Various legal theories, including strict liability laws, may apply in your case. If you were injured in an airplane accident, don’t wait to get legal advice. Call our law firm for a free case review today.
After a car accident or slip and fall, most injured parties have three years to file a personal injury lawsuit under the New York statute of limitations. If you fail to meet the deadline, you lose your right to compensation.
Plane and helicopter accident cases are often more complicated. State or federal aviation law may have different deadlines. If a government agency was partly responsible, you could have to file a notice of claim within a matter of months.
Bottom line? It’s always a smart idea to speak with an experienced lawyer soon after an accident. That way, you won’t have to worry about losing your right to seek damages.
Plane accidents are often devastating. If you or a family member were injured, call the Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel, LLC to schedule a free consultation today. An experienced New York City aviation/airplane accidents lawyer can help you fight for the maximum compensation you deserve. We represent clients across NYC and Suffolk County.
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