While helicopters are generally known for their safety, accidents involving this type of aircraft can still happen. Whether due to poor helicopter design, weather issues, defective parts, or pilot negligence, aviation accidents can result in serious injury. Besides the physical injuries, the trauma experienced as a result of an accident may also lead to long-term mental health issues.
If you were hurt while flying in or working on a helicopter in Louisiana, you should seek legal help immediately. With the counsel of an experienced personal injury lawyer, you increase your chances of being compensated. While nothing can erase the memory of your ordeal, you may be able to obtain justice for yourself and your family members. John G. Munoz, Attorney at Law, has decades of experience in personal injury law, and has attained multiple settlements and verdicts at or above the amount of one million dollars.
Request your free aviation accident case evaluation with John Munoz today by message, or call us at 504-581-7070 to discuss your case.
Your Rights & Helicopter Crashes
Even though helicopter flights are usually a safe mode of transport, in the case of instances such as component failure, crashes do happen. Those involved may endure catastrophic injuries, and some injuries may even lead to death.
If you or a family member were hurt in an aviation accident, you are eligible to enlist legal representation to help you receive monetary compensation for your injuries.
Helicopter crashes are often caused by:
- Mechanical malfunction
- Human error
- Electrical malfunction
- Poor aviation design
- Deficient maintenance
- Contaminated fuel systems
Entrust Your Case to John Munoz
The tragedy of a helicopter crash goes well beyond the hospital. Injuries involving brain damage and spinal cord damage can have life-altering effects, which may include being unable to work, cover unpaid medical bills, or enjoy quality of life. You may even find yourself needing emotional therapy following the traumatic event.
John Munoz draws on decades of experience, extensive knowledge in the field of aviation accidents, and his network of professionals to seek full compensation for present and future expenses related to your accident. He will negotiate on your behalf to increase your chances of getting a favorable settlement.
Schedule a free consultation with John Munoz today to learn more about what you may be entitled to in your helicopter crash case. With our contingency fee policy, you don’t pay unless we win your case.