Experienced Legal Representation for Aviation Accident Victims

Aviation accidents are among the most devastating types of personal injury cases, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. At Cesar Ornelas Law, we provide aggressive and compassionate legal representation for victims and their families, ensuring they receive justice and compensation.

What Are Aviation Accidents?

Aviation accidents involve any incident related to aircraft, including commercial airline crashes, private plane accidents, helicopter crashes, and even runway incidents. These accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, significant property damage, and emotional trauma for victims and their families.

Our Experience Handling Aviation Accident Cases

At Cesar Ornelas Law, we have a proven track record of handling major aviation accident cases across the United States. Our team has the experience and resources necessary to take on even the most complex cases involving large commercial airline disasters.

For example, we understand the legal and investigative intricacies involved in cases like the 2009 Colgan Air Flight 3407 crash in Buffalo, NY, which underscored the dangers of pilot fatigue and inadequate training—issues that we have encountered and successfully litigated in past cases.

Similarly, we have studied incidents such as the 2013 Asiana Airlines Flight 214 crash in San Francisco, which brought attention to pilot error and deficiencies in automated flight control systems. Additionally, the tragic 1996 ValuJet Flight 592 crash in the Florida Everglades highlighted failures in maintenance oversight and hazardous material handling—issues that remain critical in aviation litigation.

Whether dealing with major airline disasters or private charter crashes, our attorneys have fought tirelessly to ensure that negligence, regulatory failures, and corporate mismanagement do not go unpunished.

Common Causes of Aviation Accidents

Aviation accidents can occur for a variety of reasons, many of which involve negligence or human error. Some of the most common causes include:

1. Pilot Error – Mistakes in navigation, miscalculations, or failure to respond to emergencies.
2. Mechanical Failure – Defective parts, engine malfunctions, or inadequate maintenance.
3. Air Traffic Control Negligence – Miscommunication, improper clearance, or failure to detect aircraft in distress.
4. Defective Aircraft Design – Flaws in manufacturing or design that compromise flight safety.
5. Weather Conditions – Severe storms, turbulence, or unexpected weather hazards.
6. Fuel Problems – Contaminated fuel or mismanagement leading to engine failure.