Missoula Aviation Accident Lawyers

Representing the Injured in Missoula, MT

Aviation accidents are relatively rare, but when they occur, they are often catastrophic. Survivors of aviation accidents may suffer from severe, life-altering injuries that require long-term or even lifelong medical care. In the worst cases, victims are killed, leaving their families to grieve and face an uncertain future.

At Hoyt & Blewett PLLC, we are committed to helping victims of aviation accidents and their families. We know that these cases are complex, often involving federal laws and multiple parties. We also know that the stakes are high. Our Missoula aviation accident lawyers are prepared to fight for the full, fair recovery you deserve.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an aviation accident, call (406) 233-1302 or contact us online for a free consultation. We serve clients throughout Montana.

Types of Aviation Accident Cases We Handle

Our firm represents clients in all types of aviation accident cases, including those involving commercial and private planes, helicopters, and more. We also handle cases involving various aviation-related accidents, such as equipment malfunctions.

We have experience handling aviation accident cases involving:

• Commercial planes
• Private planes
• Helicopters
• Charter planes
• Medical transport planes
• Emergency planes
• Ultralight planes
• Parachute accidents
• Hot air balloon accidents
• Gliders and hang gliders
• Equipment malfunctions and failures
• And more

Who is Liable for an Aviation Accident?

One of the most complex aspects of an aviation accident case is determining liability. Many different parties may be liable for an aviation accident, and more than one party may share in the liability.

Depending on the circumstances, the following parties may be liable for an aviation accident:

• Pilot: Commercial pilots are held to a higher standard than private pilots. If pilot error or negligence caused the accident, the pilot may be held liable.
• Air traffic controller: Air traffic controllers are responsible for directing the flow of air traffic and ensuring that planes can take off, land, and travel safely. If an air traffic controller makes an error that causes an aviation accident, they may be held liable.
• Airline: If the airline or company that owns the plane was negligent, they may be held liable for an aviation accident. For example, if an airline fails to properly train its pilots or to maintain its planes, the airline may be held liable.
• Manufacturer: If a defectively designed or manufactured part or system caused or contributed to the crash, the manufacturer may be held liable.
• Maintenance crew: The crew responsible for maintaining the plane may be held liable if their negligence caused or contributed to the crash.
• Government agency: If an aviation accident was caused by a government agency's negligence, the agency may be held liable.
• Another negligent party: In some cases, another negligent party may be liable for an aviation accident. This might include a private pilot, a ground crew responsible for fueling the plane, or another party.

Our Missoula aviation accident lawyers will conduct a thorough investigation into the accident to determine liability. We will work to identify all potentially liable parties and hold them accountable.

What Damages Can I Recover in an Aviation Accident Case?

When you are injured in an aviation accident, you may be facing overwhelming physical, emotional, and financial challenges. You may be unable to work and provide for your family. You may require extensive medical care, including surgeries, physical therapy, and other treatments. You may be unable to live the life you once did.

Under Montana law, you have the right to recover compensation when you are injured as a result of someone else's negligence. This includes compensation for both economic and non-economic damages.

Depending on the circumstances, you may be able to recover compensation for the following damages:

• Medical expenses: This includes the cost of past, current, and future medical care related to the accident, such as hospital stays, surgeries, medications, physical therapy, and more.
• Lost wages: If you are unable to work as a result of your injuries, you may be able to recover compensation for the wages/salary you would have earned. If your injuries are so severe that you are unable to return to work at all, you may be able to recover compensation for your lost earning capacity.
• Property damage: This includes the cost of repairing or replacing your vehicle or other property that was damaged in the accident.
• Pain and suffering: This includes the physical pain and suffering you endured as a result of the accident, as well as the emotional and mental anguish you have experienced.
• Loss of enjoyment of life: If your injuries have impacted your ability to engage in activities and hobbies you once enjoyed, you may be able to recover compensation for the loss of enjoyment of life.
• Loss of consortium: If your injuries have impacted your relationship with your spouse, you may be able to recover compensation for the loss of consortium.
• Loss of household services: If your injuries have impacted your ability to perform household tasks, such as cleaning, cooking, and caring for your children, you may be able to recover compensation for the loss of household services.
• Loss of earning capacity: If your injuries are so severe that you are unable to return to work at all, you may be able to recover compensation for your lost earning capacity.
• Loss of inheritance: If your loved one was killed in an aviation accident, you may be able to recover compensation for the loss of their inheritance.
• Funeral/burial expenses: If your loved one was killed in an aviation accident, you may be able to recover compensation for the costs associated with their funeral and burial.
• Loss of financial support: If your loved one was killed in an aviation accident, you may be able to recover compensation for the loss of their financial support.
• Loss of parental guidance, care, and support: If your child was killed in an aviation accident, you may be able to recover compensation for the loss of parental guidance, care, and support.

How Our Firm Can Help You

An aviation accident case is often complex and involves multiple parties. In addition, these cases are subject to federal laws and regulations, which adds an additional layer of complexity.

At Hoyt & Blewett PLLC, our Missoula aviation accident lawyers have the skill, experience, and resources to handle even the most complex aviation accident cases. We have a proven track record of success, having helped our clients recover millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts over the last several decades.

When you choose our firm, you can count on us to provide you with the compassionate, personalized legal guidance and aggressive advocacy you deserve. We will work to hold the negligent party accountable and to help you recover the maximum compensation you are owed. While we aim to resolve cases outside of court whenever possible, we are always prepared to take a case to trial, if necessary.

Our Missoula aviation accident lawyers are available to answer your questions and address your concerns. Call (406) 233-1302 to speak to a member of our team today. We offer free initial consultations and contingency fees.