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Milwaukee Airplane Accident Lawyer

Aviation Accident Attorneys Help Families In Milwaukee, Wi Supporting You And Your Family After An Airplane Or Helicopter Crash.
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Overview

What makes aviation lawsuits particularly challenging? There is nothing more devastating than an airplane crash. You never expect it to happen, and there is no way to prepare yourself for the emotion and devastation that follows. At MacGillis Law Group, LLC, our Milwaukee personal injury attorneys offer the steadfast emotional support and strong legal advocacy you need through the hard times after losing a loved one in a plane crash. Our Milwaukee airplane accident lawyer develops smart legal strategies to give you and your family the best chance to recover the financial security and compensation you deserve.

CAUSES OF AIRPLANE ACCIDENTS

The results of an airplane crash are almost always tragic. Even when survivors are fortunate enough to survive the crash, injuries can last a lifetime. If you were involved in a plane or helicopter crash, you have the right to be compensated for all physical and emotional harm that you suffer. The biggest hurdle in collecting compensation from an airplane crash is proving which party is at fault, causing the accident. The root cause must be found and convincingly proven. Our Milwaukee airplane accident lawyer has found that the most common causes include:

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  • Pilot error
  • Improper equipment maintenance
  • Design flaws
  • Defective equipment
  • Safety regulation violations
  • Traffic controller error

How we approach this

What we actually do for you.

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WHAT MAKES AVIATION LAWSUITS PARTICULARLY CHALLENGING?

There are special challenges that arise when a plane lands unsafely. Crashes occurring in the air may only leave circumstantial evidence on the ground to suggest what happened. Experts give their opinions and then it is up to our skilled Milwaukee airplane accident lawyer to prove negligence. You can count on our team of trial attorneys to aggressively advocate on your behalf to recover the compensation you and your family deserve for your injuries, or the wrongful death of your loved one.

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Call today for a free initial consultation with an experienced Milwaukee airplane accident lawyer

Potential clients can schedule a free initial consultation with our firm by calling 414-727-5150. You can also reach us online. All communications between our law firm and potential clients remain entirely confidential.

Common Questions

About Milwaukee Airplane Accident Lawyer Cases

Can multiple parties (airline, manufacturer, maintenance crew) be held liable in a plane crash?

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Yes. Multiple parties, including airlines, manufacturers and maintenance crews, can be jointly held liable for a plane crash. Because aviation accidents involve state personal injury and federal aviation regulation, determining liability becomes more complex and may involve several parties’ responsibilities, contributing to the crash.

Are airplane accident claims governed by international laws like the Montreal Convention?

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Airplane accident claims in Wisconsin and throughout the US are governed by international laws like the Montreal Convention only if the flight is considered international.

Is there a compensation limit in aviation accident cases?

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It depends on whether the flight was international or domestic. For international flights governed by the Montreal Convention, which rules air liability for passenger injury or death.

How long does an aviation accident investigation usually take?

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Aviation accident investigation in the United States can take several months to years, depending on the complexity of the case. Most investigation is led by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), along with the assistance of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other aviation authorities.

Can passengers sue even if the crash happened in another country?

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Yes, passengers or their families can sue for air crashes occurring in foreign countries, governed by the Montreal Convention 1999. Under this treaty, passengers can file a lawsuit in one of the several jurisdictions.

Who represents families in wrongful death aviation claims?

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Families in wrongful death aviation claims are presented by personal injury or aviation accident lawyers who are experienced in complex litigation against airlines, manufacturers or maintenance providers. These attorneys represent the deceased person and eligible family members, such as a spouse, children, or other legal beneficiaries. Their role is to investigate the crash, identify responsible parties, and seek fair compensation on behalf of the family.