The majority of airplane accidents occur shortly before, during, or after takeoff or landing. Many of these aviation accidents are attributed to human error, but the increasingly complex nature of electronic and mechanical equipment can result in many contributing factors.

Patino & Associates is experienced in protecting the rights of Florida plane crash victims and their family members. We represent pilots, passengers and ground crew workers who seek to recover damages for injuries suffered in matters involving negligence, incompetence, or product failure.

Our knowledgeable investigative team, located in Miami-Dade County, is ready to work on your behalf to determine the cause of any aviation accident, whether it involves commercial airlines, flights of smaller commuter airplanes, or private jets used for corporate or pleasure travel.

We understand the many human error and technical factors that can contribute to an airplane accident, including:

• Air traffic control (ATC) instruction errors
• Airport negligence
• Deficient preflight planning
• Excessive weight or imbalanced cargo
• Failure to attain the proper touchdown point
• Improper fuel management
• Inadequate preflight weather evaluation
• In-flight collision with birds, animals, or power lines
• Lack of aircraft control during landing
• Landing gear failure or defect
• Loss of engine power
• Misjudgment of altitude or distance
• Overshoot or undershoot the runway during approach
• Pilot failure to maintain aircraft control

If you or someone you love has been in an airplane accident, contact us to discuss your case. Patino & Associates offers experienced representation for airplane accident victims who suffer fatal or serious injuries resulting in lost wages, medical expenses or wrongful death.

We know the state and federal aviation laws involving the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) as well as Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). We also have an in-depth understanding of airplane product safety considerations that govern the determination of fault or negligence in an aviation accident. Read about some of our aviation accident cases on our verdicts and settlements page.

Call the Coral Gables based aviation attorneys of Patino & Associates at 305-443-6163, or send us an email.

We Accept Attorney Referrals

There is no greater compliment than a referral from a fellow attorney. Your confidence in our expertise will be honored with the best possible representation in the case.

Patino & Associates offers Attorney Referral programs consistent with the Florida Bar regulations. Call our office at 305-443-6163 or complete our Attorney Referral form for more information.