Recovering From Aviation and Maritime Injuries
The Houston region is a hub of airline and maritime activity, where claims can be complex and require an attorney with the education, training, and experience to expose the negligence of airlines and maritime companies. These claims are costly to develop and require an attorney with the financial resources to fully identify the issues involved, emphasizing the necessity of professional legal representation.
J. Michael Solar has more than 40 years of experience helping the Houston community through their catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims. He is a life member of The Top Trial Lawyers In America Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and is AV Preeminent peer review rated* through Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating. His commitment to clients involved in these types of events remains as strong and dedicated as ever.
Handling Aviation Injuries with Precision
The legal ramifications of aviation injuries can be complex and may involve multiple areas of law, including personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, and sometimes federal regulations and international law. Aviation claims involve:
- Investigation: Aviation injuries are typically investigated by federal agencies such as the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). These investigations help determine the cause of the crash and can influence legal proceedings.
- Determining liability: Responsible parties could include the pilot, airline, aircraft manufacturer, maintenance providers, or even air traffic control.
- Personal Injury and wrongful death claims: Victims of aviation injuries or their families may file personal injury or wrongful death lawsuits seeking compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Texas law, including statutes of limitations, will apply to these claims.
- Product liability: If the crash is found to be caused by a defective aircraft or part, manufacturers or suppliers might be held liable under product liability law.
Insurance issues are also key in aviation securing financial compensation, as policies can dictate certain outcomes and settlements.
Maritime Injury Representation
Maritime accidents require a specialized understanding of the laws that regulate navigable waters. J. Michael Solar is proficient in the Jones Act, maritime contracts, and other pertinent regulations designed to safeguard workers and passengers at sea. Whether representing a seaman injured while performing duties on an oceangoing vessel, an offshore rig worker, or a passenger caught in an unfortunate event on a vessel, he provides the essential legal support required.
Aviation And Maritime Law In Houston
Contact Solar Law by calling 713-557-2524 or sending an email to make arrangements to discuss your injury case with a seasoned personal injury lawyer.
*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.