Aviation Accidents

West Virginia Aircraft Accident Lawyers

For people in the Huntington area, the phrase "aircraft accident" immediately brings to mind painful memories of the 1970 plane crash that killed 37 members of the Marshall University football team, eight coaches, 25 university administrators and boosters, and five crew members. However, aircraft accidents on a smaller scale continue to occur almost every year in the Tri-State Area of West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky and have an equally tragic impact on the families of their victims.

We can help—call (304) 525-0320 today.

At Vital & Vital, L.C., we have been a strong presence in the Tri-State community and a strong voice for families of aircraft accident victims since 1974. Our practice includes accidents involving small private planes, helicopters, charter planes, commuter jets, and large commercial airliners. Accident causes are equally varied and may include:

• Runway obstructions or incursions
• Air traffic controller error
• Pilot error
• Mechanical failure due to severe weather, improper maintenance, or defective airplane components

Our attorneys understand the complex nature of aviation accidents and how to investigate, look for, and establish the causes or combinations of causes that have led to these tragedies. In doing this, our firm works with aviation experts and aircraft accident reconstruction specialists to analyze the details of the circumstances leading up to the crash and any physical evidence that could have some bearing on the case.

And while many of these cases do result in negotiated settlement agreements for the families of the victims, our commitment to preparing every case as if going to trial were our only option cannot be underestimated when going up against the resources of an aircraft manufacturer, an airline, or a large insurance company.

A Tradition of Service to the Tri-State Community Since 1974

If your family is in need of experienced aviation disaster attorneys—call our Huntington, West Virginia, law offices at (304) 525-0320 or e-mail us with a brief description of your legal issue. All wrongful death cases are handled on a contingent fee basis; you pay no attorneys' fees unless we obtain compensation on your behalf.