• Equipment malfunction
• Weather conditions
• Pilot error
• FAA regulation violations
• Flaws in the design of the aircraft
• Negligent staff

Airline companies have claims adjusters and lawyers advising them on how best to limit their liability and exposure to claims. Do not attempt to deal with them without equal representation from a law firm that knows what they are doing.

Never accept one of these “advance payments” without first consulting a qualified attorney. When you sign an advance payment check, you may also be signing away your rights. A good attorney will do everything possible to see that your immediate financial needs are met, while dealing with the airlines and their attorneys.

The law states that the victims’ families have certain rights following aircraft accidents. Among these, the airlines must give family members sufficient time to notify relatives before any passenger names are made public. Additionally, airlines are required to offer crisis counseling, transportation to and from the crash site for any memorial services, hotel lodging and food, and personal consultation on memorial details.

The Federal Aviation Act and Regulations sets the minimum safety standards for the conduct and performance of pilots, mechanical flight operations and aircraft manufacturing policies. The Federal Tort Claims Act directs claims brought against the federal government for the negligence of federal employees, including air traffic controllers, federal air marshals, federally employed baggage handlers and others. Other international laws will protect you in the event that the aircraft accidents occur on foreign soil.

It's difficult to deal with any tragedy. You don't have to bear this burden alone. We are here to help you, guide you and protect your interests. Please don’t make things worse by sacrificing your rights and your family’s financial future. Call us today at 1-(800)- 779-4950. Or, if you prefer, email us at Info@Ogletreeabbott.com and we will contact you right away. Call today and let us help you determine your benefits due to aircraft accidents.