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Pilot error accident

Michael Agruss

Written and Reviewed by Michael Agruss

  • Managing Partner and Personal Injury Lawyer at Mike Agruss Law.
  • Over 20 years of experience in Personal Injury.
  • Over 8000+ consumer rights cases settled.
  • Graduated from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law: Juris Doctor, 2004.


Pilot error is generally referred to as an aircraft’s pilot acting or making a decision that is deemed negligent, risky, or dangerous, and thus causing a crash. If you or a loved one was injured in a helicopter accident, contact us for a free consultation to see if you may be entitled to compensation.

What kinds of accidents and injuries can occur?

Pilot error accidents can manifest in countless ways. A few may include failing to properly monitor fuel levels, which can cause the plane to prematurely run out of fuel and instantly begin to descend. The pilot may misinterpret air traffic controller communications, which can make them incorrectly believe that they are in the clear to take a runway or take off. The pilot may use the wrong controls, which can cause an unintended and possibly deadly result. Or, the pilot may display signs of fatigue, distractions, or intoxication, which are obviously very dangerous to themselves as well as everyone aboard.

Who is liable?

In any accident that is caused by pilot error, the pilot is liable for the damages. These cases are based on negligence, which is proven when there is a duty of care owed to a certain party, that duty is breached, and injuries directly result from the particular accident. In cases of pilot error, they are the cause of the accident, and thus should be held accountable for it. Our attorneys can help you be fairly compensated for what you have lost in terms of medical bills, pain and suffering, lost income, property damage, and more.

We are proud to serve our fellow citizens in personal injury cases, especially when you or a loved one has been injured in an accident due to another’s negligence. We see you as a person, not just a client – and that makes us better at the work we do. We listen. We learn your story. And, as we help you get the money you deserve, we go above and beyond in a way most law firms never could and never would. Because we’re not just lawyers. And you’re not just a client. We’re friends, neighbors, family. We’re all people and here at Mike Agruss Law, we put People, First.

Helping our clients is about counseling, advocating, and ultimately solving problems. With years of experience successfully representing the people, not the powerful, we will take care of the insurance adjusters, your medical bills, your property damage, your lost wages, and monitor your treatment so you can focus on healing and getting your life back to normal. Our unique formula has earned us over 950 outstanding client reviews on our website, an A+ BBB rating, and over 130 five-star reviews on Google. Call 888-572-0176, email us at [email protected], or schedule a meeting with us here. We’re here 24/7.

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