Have you been injured in an aviation accident in Illinois? If so, Zayed Law Offices Personal Injury Attorneys is here to support you. Let our Illinois aviation accident lawyers help you pursue maximum compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
We have decades of experience handling complicated personal injury claims and have recovered over $100 million in compensation to help injured clients move on with their lives after devastating accidents.
Call us today at (312) 726-1616 to schedule your free consultation, and let us help you get the justice you deserve.
How Zayed Law Offices Can Help After an Aviation Accident in Illinois
At Zayed Law Offices, we have the knowledge, experience, and resources to help you maximize your compensation after an aviation accident in Illinois.
Our Illinois personal injury lawyers can help you by:
- Investigating your accident to uncover all the facts
- Consulting with aviation experts who can help piece together the cause of your crash
- Gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to bolster your claim
- Defending you against the blame-shifting tactics of the insurance company
- Negotiating with the insurance company for a full financial recovery
- Filing a lawsuit and taking your case to court when negotiations stall
Aviation accidents often result in devastating or catastrophic injuries. The fact that multiple defendants can share liability only adds to the complexity of these cases. If you have been hurt in an aviation accident in Illinois, you need an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side.
Give us a call today to arrange a free consultation with an Illinois aviation accident attorney.
What Are Common Causes of Aviation Accidents?
There are a number of different things that can lead to an aviation accident. Some of the most common causes of aviation accidents in Illinois include:
- Pilot inexperience or pilot error
- Poor weather conditions
- Mechanical failures
- Faulty or defective equipment
- Drug or alcohol use
- Drowsiness or pilot fatigue
- Loss of communication with the air traffic control tower
- Lack of plane maintenance or service
We can help you determine what caused your aviation accident.
What Injuries Don’t Involve a Plane Crash?
Not all aviation injuries are caused by crashes. Injuries can also be sustained in situations involving:
- Slip and fall accidents in the airport or on the tarmac
- Violence or assault by other passengers
- Luggage or other objects falling from the overhead bins
We will consult with experts, as needed, to determine the full extent of your injuries.
What Types of Damages Can Victims of Aviation Accidents Recover?
Victims of aviation accidents in Illinois can recover both economic damages and non-economic damages for their losses. Economic damages are used to compensate victims for their financial losses. Common examples of economic damages in aviation accident cases include:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages and benefits
- Reduced earning capacity
- Cost of medications
- Physical therapy
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Putting a specific value on these losses is pretty straightforward, but calculating the value of your non-economic damages is much more challenging. Non-economic damages compensate victims for their intangible losses, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- PTSD
- Loss of consortium
- Anxiety
- Permanent fear of flying
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
We can help you put an accurate value on your claim that accounts for all your losses due to your accident.
How Common Are Aviation Accidents?
Aviation accidents, especially those involving commercial airlines, are quite rare. You are much more likely to be injured in a car accident than in an aviation accident. In fact, only five fatal accidents involving commercial airlines were reported in 2022.
However, there are many more small aircraft in the United States than large commercial aircraft. These include:
- Private jets
- Helicopters
- Single prop planes
- Corporate jets
- Turbojets
According to the National Transportation Safety Board, roughly 1,100 accidents involving private or general aircraft occur each year.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After an Aviation Accident in Illinois?
The statute of limitations for most personal injury lawsuits in Illinois is two years. This means that you have two years from the date of your injury to file a lawsuit for damages. Failure to file your lawsuit before the deadline can cause you to lose all your rights to recover any compensation for your injuries.
Keep in mind that there are special exceptions to the rule, so the deadline for your case could be different. This is why you should always seek help from an experienced lawyer.
Contact Our Illinois Aviation Accident Lawyers for a Free Consultation
If you have been hurt in an aviation accident in Illinois, the experienced team at Zayed Law Offices Personal Injury Attorneys is here to help. With decades of combined experience and over $100 million recovered, we have a proven track record of success. You do not have to go through this difficult and complicated situation alone.
Call us today to schedule a free consultation with an Illinois aviation accident attorney.
