Were You Injured On A Plane Or Train? We Can Help.
At McKnight and McKnight Law, APC, in Bakersfield, we provide results-oriented representation for victims of plane and train accidents in California. We have the investigative resources needed to handle these complex cases and the advocacy skills needed to win in court or in settlement negotiations.
To learn how we can help you, please do not hesitate to call us at 661-578-5669. In a free consultation, our California personal injury lawyer can discuss your legal options and how we can help you. If you prefer, you can send us an email instead.
Commercial And Private Plane Accidents
Although commercial airplane crashes are not a common occurrence, they are catastrophic when they do happen. Smaller aircraft and private airplane accidents are more common and often result in serious injury or death.
If you were injured on a commercial airplane or a private airplane, or if you have lost a family member in a fatal airplane accident, you deserve to learn about your full scope of legal options. You may be eligible for significant compensation to cover the expenses associated with the accident and your losses.
Causes Of Plane Crashes
We represent individuals who have been injured in airplane accidents caused by:
- Mechanical failure
- Pilot error
- Air traffic control errors
Airplane accidents often result in widespread fatalities. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal airplane accident, our firm can help you recover maximum compensation through a wrongful death claim. Our firm handles airplane and airline accident cases on a contingency fee basis, so you owe us nothing unless we recover money for you.
Injured in a Train Crash? Legal Help For Passengers And Motorists.
Drivers of mass transportation owe a high duty of care to their passengers. If you or a loved one were injured while traveling as a passenger on a train, you may be entitled to compensation. We also represent injury victims in motor vehicle accidents who were struck by a train.
Train accidents can be caused by:
- Derailment
- Colliding with another train
- Driving too fast
- Mechanical defects
- Operator error
- Operator fatigue
- Errors at crossings
- Faulty crossing signals or gates
- A car or a pedestrian trying to beat the train across the tracks
- Failure to follow safety measures
You can also suffer injuries from slip- or trip-and-fall accidents in the train station, on the platform or while on the train. Falling from the platform onto the tracks is also possible. In addition, a lack of adequate security can lead to assaults or robberies.
If you or a family member was injured in any way by a train, you can seek compensation for your medical bills, lost income, lost earning capacity, and pain and suffering. Fighting the train company’s insurance carrier for damages is something that should only be handled by a tough, experienced personal injury attorney. We will investigate the cause of the accident, gather evidence of the other party’s negligence and pursue the damages you need.
Injuries Caused By Plane And Train Crashes
Both types of accidents can result in catastrophic or fatal injuries. You or a loved one may have suffered:
- Burns
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Fractured or crushed bones
- Amputation
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Internal injuries and bleeding
In the most severe cases, these injuries may lead to wrongful death. We can represent you or your family in either situation. We understand that this is a difficult time, and we are here to help you find a way to move forward.
Get Experienced Help After A Devastating Accident
If you have been injured in an airplane accident, or if you have lost a loved one in a fatal aviation accident or train accident, do not hesitate to contact our law firm to learn how we can help. Call us at 661-578-5669 or send us an email for a free consultation.