When military aircrafts, such as helicopters, are not maintained or are built using defective parts, pilots can face catastrophic and fatal injuries if an accident occurs. Unfortunately, every year, many service members are harmed in helicopter accidents due to faulty manufacturing, negligent maintenance, and pilot errors. In many cases, the injured service member or the military personnel’s family members can file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit to hold the negligent party responsible for the fatal or injurious accident.
If someone you love was injured in a military helicopter crash, contact a personal injury lawyerfrom The Carlson Law Firm right away! We have the resources and skills it takes to pursue monetary compensation for you and your family.
The military uses helicopters for various purposes such as transportation, observation, attack, and training. Because the military uses such vehicles on a day-to-day basis, it is crucial that these vehicles are inspected for safety on a daily basis. When these aircrafts are not inspected adequately, military members can face serious injuries and in the worse cases, death.
Below is a list of some common causes of helicopter accidents:
Recently, one United States Army helicopter sustained fatal injuries during a training exercise. Following the accident, the deceased service member’s wife filed a lawsuit against L-3 Communications, Rolls-Royce, Army Fleet Support, and other manufacturers, stating that the companies were negligent for not maintaining the helicopter that the deceased service member piloted. According to sources, the engine of the helicopter failed during a training exercise that occurred before the crash. However, the helicopter was returned to service before the failure was identified or remedied. The deceased service member’s wife received a $8.5 million settlement.
If you lost a loved one or sustained serious injuries in an accident involving a military helicopter, contact our trial lawyers at The Carlson Law Firm right away. Our team has acquired the resources and skills it takes to fight for your rights and future. No matter what your case may be, our legal team can examine every detail associated with your accident and determine which strategies can help you and your family pursue the monetary compensation you deserve.
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