Commercial airplanes are governed by different laws and protocols than are private airplanes or other private vehicles. Considered "common carriers", these are businesses that transport persons or cargo for compensation. Both federal and state regulations govern the activities of common carriers such as buses, trains, and airplanes. As a general rule, a common carrier is held to a higher standard of care than is a private party. They must have both the skill and the training to transport passengers and cargo, and must exercise greater care than would be reasonable for other parties.
When an airplane crashes, the first legal task must be to discover what caused the crash. This can be difficult, since much evidence can be destroyed, including signs of mechanical failure or pilot error. Some of the causes of crashes include pilot error (which is the most frequent cause), design flaws, mechanical failure, and extreme weather conditions. It is vital that whatever evidence is available be collected and studied so that the cause of the crash can be determined. Once this is done, it will be possible to decide if the basis for a lawsuit exists.
If you or a loved one has suffered as a result of an airplane crash,
call the Law Firm of Allen L. Rothenberg at 1-800-624-8888 or submit an InjuryLawyer.com free online case evaluation. The initial consultation is
FREE. If we agree to handle your case, there is no legal fee unless we are successful in getting you money. A lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a Statute of Limitations so please call or contact us right away so that you do not lose your rights to money and other benefits.
