San Francisco Helicopter Accidents

cartwrightlaw - September 13, 2021 -

Unlike airplanes which by regulations must stay at a certain altitude above the ground when being flown, unless flying over open water or while landing, helicopters have more freedom and flexibility to stay at a lower altitude. Helicopters are also able to legally fly closer to landmarks and objects because of their easy maneuverability and because they do not need a runway to land and take off. Any helicopter accident victims should discuss their injuries with a Cartwright Law attorney you can trust.

For these and many other reasons, helicopters are favorites for sight-seeing, rescue missions, and special short, localized transport. Unfortunately, like all aircraft, helicopters are susceptible to accidents regardless of what mission they are on, and these accidents often result in serious injuries and deaths.

Causes of Helicopter Accidents

There are many causes of helicopter accidents, but the most common ones include:

Engine failure
Mechanical failure
Tail rotor failure
Defective parts
Improper maintenance
Poor weather conditions
Pilot error
FAA violations

Like airplanes, helicopters are extremely complex forms of aircraft, which, by law and regulations, must undergo routine maintenance by skilled professionals to ensure that they can be flown safely. Moreover, due to their complexity, helicopters must also be operated by skilled pilots who have undergone successful training in helicopter flight programs and have proper certifications and licenses.

If you are a helicopter accident victim, you have the right to pursue a lawsuit against the helicopter operator whose negligence caused the accident. You can also sue the manufacturer of a faulty helicopter part or any other person who can be held liable for your pain and suffering.

Filing a Helicopter Accident Claim

If you have been involved in a helicopter accident in which you have suffered a serious injury or lost a loved one in San Francisco or surrounding areas, many questions must naturally be in your mind about what this all means and how you are going to cope with the hardship that often comes with being involved in any serious accident. You may be wondering how you will pay your medical bills, especially if in the unfortunate situation you did not have health insurance coverage or you have exhausted your policy limits, or how you will meet your financial obligations, including paying your mortgage, now that you are out of work due to the injury you suffered in the helicopter accident.

To help answer those questions and more questions about San Francisco, CA. Helicopter accidents, you will need to talk with an experienced helicopter accident attorney.

What an Experienced San Francisco Helicopter Accident Attorney Can Do for You

An experienced attorney at Cartwright Law Firm, Inc., can help you in filing a personal injury claim which can lead to your obtaining monetary compensation for your injuries and loss. When your lawyer helps you file your claim, you will have the right to seek and obtain compensation for your economic and non-economic damages, including compensation for things like medical expenses, lost income, pain, suffering, and much more as provided under the law.

When San Francisco, CA. helicopter accidents occur, we are here to help make sure you obtain the best representation possible to seek the compensation you deserve. Contact us today, call (415) 851-6486 for a free consultation.

Sources: FAA Violations