Private Plane Crash Attorney in Louisiana

Many people associate flying with traveling on a commercial airline. However, over 90% of an estimated 220,000 registered aircraft in the United States fall in a category known as “general aviation.” These smaller types of aircraft hold less than 30 passengers and are subject to different regulations when compared to commercial planes. 

Additionally, in comparison to commercial flights, the rate at which these types of aircraft crash is alarmingly high. If you or a family member were involved in a private plane accident, you can trust the private plane crash attorneys at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys to bring you justice.

Our aviation accident lawyers are licensed pilots, as well as experienced litigators. So you can trust that we can help you get the compensation you rightfully deserve!

What Does a Small Private Plane Flight Lawsuit Entail?

An injury sustained during a small private plane flight (as well as the surviving individuals of those killed in a small plane accident) may qualify the victim for compensation through a small private plane flight lawsuit. Always keep in mind that a private plane crash attorney who specializes in handling these types of lawsuits should take over since they’re extremely intricate and complex. 

Defendants in these cases can include:

• The owner of the plane
• Another company or individual that owns the charter or sightseeing company
• The pilot and other staff
• The maintenance or repair company that worked on the plane
• Plus others

Why Legal Experience Matters in Private Airplane Accidents

In order to hold a party responsible for an airplane accident, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant failed to meet the legal standard of operating the aircraft. This can be related to engineering, maintenance, or other operational issues or standards.

As mentioned above, airplane crashes can be extremely complex. Many different theories of legal liability exist under Louisiana state, federal, and international law. Plus, multiple defendants and at-fault parties are usually involved in a single airline/airplane accident

The trusted team of airplane accident attorneys at our firm can identify the best route for your case. By building you a strong case, we can also help you gain the best and most compensation possible. 

Common Small Private Airplane Crash Injuries

Small private plane crash injuries can range in severity from 

• Minor injuries like scrapes and bruises 
• Severe injuries such as traumatic brain injuries and paralysis
• Spinal cord injuries
• Severe burns
• Internal injuries to organs or other deep tissue

Serious injuries can have devastating effects on the injured person and his or her family and can even result in wrongful death. If you or someone you love suffered a serious injury in a private plane crash, you may be eligible to seek compensation to help pay for medical bills and to prepare for the challenges you face.

How to File a Private Plane Wrongful Death Lawsuit

It can be very distressing and challenging to cope with the loss of a loved one brought on by someone else’s carelessness or neglect. The trauma that naturally follows these kinds of events leaves the victim’s family in shock, deep sorrow, and other difficult-to-process powerful emotions. You must do the following actions in order to bring a wrongful death claim in Louisiana:

Keep in mind: All of the below relations also include those relations by adoption.

#1: Always note that wrongful death claims can only be filed by a restricted number of people. The following victims’ survivors can file:

• The surviving spouse and/or children of the deceased or
• If both spouse and children are dead, the surviving parents of the deceased or
• If the spouse, children, and parents are dead, the surviving siblings of the deceased or
• If the spouse, children, parents, and siblings are deceased, the surviving grandparents of the deceased

#2: Make sure you begin your claim as soon as possible following the wrongful death accident since Louisiana has a strict statute of limitations when it comes to bringing a wrongful death claim to court.

#3: Get in touch with a Louisiana Wrongful Death Lawyer from Gordon Mckernan Injury Attorneys so we can take on your claim with nothing but confidence and provide you with legal advice on what to do next.

Statute of Limitation Changes in Louisiana

In 2024, Louisiana law extended the statute of limitations for personal injury claims occurring on or after July 1, 2024, from one year to two years. Any injuries that occurred before July 1, 2024, will still have a 1-year statute of limitation. Learn more about Louisiana’s New Statute of Limitations here.

• 1 year for injuries sustained before July 1, 2024.
• 2 years for injuries suffered after July 1, 2024.

The statute of limitations is a legal deadline that sets a time frame for filing a lawsuit. In Louisiana, this is known as the “prescriptive period,” which determines how long you have to take legal action against the responsible party after an injury occurs.

Private Plane Crash Attorneys with Experience and Knowledge to Pursue Justice

If you or someone you love is severely injured or killed in a private plane accident, you should talk with a private plane crash attorney as soon as possible. Why? Because there is a big chance you might be entitled to compensation for your medical bills and lost wages due to an inability to work, as well as your pain and suffering.

To schedule a free case review at Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, contact us today at 225.888.888. Our aviation accident lawyers have experience in commercial and private plane crashes and are ready to help you gain some peace and clarity!