Chicago Helicopter Crash Lawyers
As a vertical take off and landing (VTOL) vehicle, a helicopter faces special challenges. Many fly at low altitudes, where collisions with trees, towers, tall buildings and power lines are a risk. Flying in heavy air traffic near major airports contributes to the risk of a helicopter crash. Emergency medical service (EMS) helicopters face additional dangers of landing at off-airport sites and in bad weather conditions.
Helicopter Crash Statistics
The helicopter accident rate is nearly eight times the accident rate for commercial airlines and a third higher than the crash rate for general aviation aircraft.
Helicopter accidents occur for a variety of reasons, including:
- Pilot error
- Pilot fatigue
- Lack of flight crew training
- Mechanical malfunction
- Electrical malfunction
- Mechanical or design defects
- Flying in bad weather conditions
- Failure to follow proper procedures
At Lane & Lane, LLC, our attorneys represent victims of helicopter crashes. Whether you have been injured or a loved one died a wrongful death in a helicopter crash, we will work to maximize the amount of financial compensation you receive for the damages you have suffered.
Whether you were injured on a sightseeing helicopter ride, a business trip, a medical transport or any other type of chopper flight, you can depend on Lane & Lane, LLC for experienced legal representation that gets results. To arrange a free consultation and case evaluation, please contact us today.
From our offices in Chicago, we represent clients injured in helicopter crashes throughout Illinois.
