Our law firm’s founder, Jon Friedman, has a commercial pilot’s license and has been a certified flight instructor, both instrument and airplane, since 1981.
His experience provides a unique and knowledgeable approach to handling airplane accident injury claims in Oregon.
Although airplane crashes are rare, they are on average 200 times less likely than automobile crashes. And no matter what type of aviation crash you were in, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
An international aviation consulting firm reported 86 accidents that occurred last year involving large commercial airplanes, which included eight fatal incidents that resulted in 257 fatalities. These figures do not include accidents involving training flights, private flights, cargo operations, military flights, or helicopters.
Whether your airplane crash was caused by human error, mechanical failures, or weather, the first thing you should do is seek medical care, then contact an experienced airplane crash lawyer to protect your rights.
Airplane accidents are highly publicized events, and when significant injuries or wrongful death occurs during the crashes, the insurance companies and attorneys for each potentially liable party will begin contacting the individuals who were hurt to offer undervalued settlements to preserve their bottom line.
Accepting a quick settlement from an insurance company could be something you regret going forward. When injury victims try to put these traumatic incidents behind them, they may take what looks like a lot of money, sign the required paperwork, and unintentionally negate their rights to pursue further compensation before the ink is dry.
All airplane accidents are carefully investigated by the federally run National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The NTSB pieces together the evidence from the accident will ensure that the evidence is not interfered with in any way.
The aviation industry is regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which sets standards for the actions and activities of aircraft manufacturers and spare parts suppliers, air pilots, traffic controllers, and airport authorities.
Any of these parties may be responsible for an error of judgment, manufacturing or maintenance errors and the NTSB will assess the incident based on the requirements set by the FAA.
Our lawyers will follow the investigation.
Aircraft Accident Fatalities and Wrongful Death
If you have lost a family member in anaircraft incident, your loss may be classified as wrongful death if we can prove liability for the accident, you may be entitled to some form of compensation.
Despite the independent review of any aircraft accident by the NTSB, we will use our experts to research and determine the reasons for the crash involving an aircraft.
These experts will try to ascertain the reason for the crash and testify on our behalf as to who may be liable for the crash.
The factors responsible for any aircraft crash are numerous and may involve any of the following:
Not adhering to FAA regulations
Air traffic controller error
Aircraft mechanical errors, which may include parts failures
Poor maintenance of any part of the aircraft
Defects in the airport runway
Error or misjudgment by the aircraft pilot
Structural or design defects which have not been noticed or remedied
Human error
Our Oregon airplane crash attorneys can help you with any of these causes and establish your lawsuit separately, or in conjunction with other passengers who were on board. We will be responsible for the research, independent investigation, and negotiations with the other party’s attorneys to pursue a fair resolution.
At the Law Offices of Jon Friedman, our Portland Personal Injury Attorneys Also Focus on the Following Practice Areas:
At the Law Offices of Jon Friedman, our Portland aviation accident lawyers understand the physical and emotional toll these incidents can take on the injured and their family members.
When you partner with our Portland personal injury firm, we will fully explain the personal injury legal process, so you know what type of compensation you are entitled to. Once you have all the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions, you will have consistent legal guidance and protection to fight for your rights.
TYPES OF INJURIES & FRACTURES, OUR LAW OFFICES OF JON FRIEDMAN FOCUS ON INCLUDE:
Contact Our Portland Airplane Accident Attorneys for a free consultation today.
Suffering an injury in an airplane crash is a traumatic experienced that can cause life-changing health and psychological problems. The last thing you need to worry about is negotiating with the airline’s insurance company or corporate attorneys. Allow our experienced Portland Aviation Accident attorneys to take the lead in representing you or your family’s interests.
Our aviation accident lawyer, with over 40 years as a FAA certified flight instructor – instrument and airplane – can help you determine who is liable for the incident, based on experience and training. When someone is hurt or killed in an aviation incident, a claim may be available against the liable parties, including but not limited to corporate entities or private individuals, who were responsible for the incident. The facts of a particular aviation case will dictate how it is investigated, and what experts need to be retained to prove the case. Our Portland airplane accident attorney can help you determine which parties can be pursued for your unique case, starting with a free consultation.
A commercial aviation case involves incidents and injuries that occur on aircraft operated by airline companies that sell their fares for a fee to the public, typically operating under CFR Part 135. General aviation cases involve privately owned aircraft, including jets or helicopters (CFR Part 91). This matters because your incident — and which type of aircraft it was on — may dictate the standard of care, and/or who is liable for your damages. Commercial operators include airlines. When it is a private aircraft, the liability may fall to the aircraft’s owner, operator, or another third party. Aircraft incidents and injuries are complex, as they may also involve an airport, manufacturer, a pilot, or even air traffic control, when there is misconduct that contributed to the incident..
In Oregon, most personal injury claims must be filed within two years from the date the injury occurred. The statute of limitations that applies to most wrongful death cases is three years from the date of the deceased person’s death. In other cases, where a government entity may be liable for the aviation incident, timelines may shorten substantially, which is why it is important to speak with our Portland airplane accident lawyers as quickly as possible, so we can determine who is liable for the incident, preserve vital evidence, and begin the claim well within the statute of limitations.
All airplane incidents are unique in circumstance and outcome, although the one thing they share is that they require an extensive investigation to determine who or what was liable for the incident. Having an experienced airplane accident, injury, and wrongful death attorney by your side will help expedite the process, and ensure all evidence is properly maintained to pursue the best outcome.
Most Oregon airplane accident lawyers work on a contingency basis. This means, if you have a qualifying accident, injury, or wrongful death claim, you will not pay any upfront or out-of-pocket attorney fees unless your case is resolved — inside or outside the courtroom. The attorney fees will be deducted directly from the final settlement or jury verdict and there are only attorney fees if your claim is successful, which comes out of the settlement or verdict.
Typically, NTSB reports wills not say “the weather” was the sole cause of a crash. With further investigation on your specific accident the airplane operator or the pilot may be held liable. If for example, they were aware of the unsafe weather before they took off. Other possibilities include traffic control directed traffic directly into unsafe airspace or many other potential claims.
The airplane accident will be to reported to the National Transportation Safety Board after the accident, though it may take a very long time for the NTSB to finish its report, given the complexity of an aircraft crash reconstruction.
Jon and his staff were incredibly professional, respectful and fought hard for me and my case. Not only did they help me navigate this incredibly complicated process but I felt that Jon and the people he works with legitimately took my wellbeing seriously and made sure I understood and was on board at every juncture. Regardless of the roadblocks that...
- Mike V.
Mr. Friedman is an excellent attorney and his guidance and responsiveness was not only helpful but above and beyond the service I expected. Jon and his team are outstanding and highly recommend.
- Aaron L.
When I first contacted Jon Friedman, he was very patient and listened to every word I told him about my fall and injuries. He asked questions and seemed genuinely concerned about me and asked if I had been seen for my injuries. I had been seen initially, however, I didn't have insurance to continue treatment, so Jon helped in guiding...
- Jena L.
A friend of mine recommended Jon, after hearing I had been in an auto accident. From our first phone call, through the consultation, all the way to the end, Jon was professional, affable and on top of everything. He urged me to advocate for myself when visiting doctors to make sure I received the proper care and frequently checked in...
- Cher M.
I was involved in a motorcycle accident back in 2019 and needed legal council to proceed towards addressing financial hardships and guidance. I looked up several lawyers online and Jon was the one who I felt had the knowledge, experience, and personality that could really help with my case. Jon was with me from the first day I called him...
- Bradley L.
I highly recommend Jon Friedman to anyone who is looking for legal representation. After getting injured in an accident, I needed someone who would provide guidance in an unfamiliar and extremely stressful to me situation. I couldn't have asked for a better representative and advisor than Jon. He expertly took over the unpleasant business of dealing with multiple agencies and...
- Natalya W.
Jon & his staff were straight-forward, speedy & reliable when helping us win our personal injury case. Jon was willing to take the extra time needed to explain each step in the legal process, in terms we could understand. My case revolved around my young daughter, whom Jon treated delicately & with a father's sensitivity. I truly feel that protecting...
- Erin B.
Care and Compassion may be unusual adjectives to describe an attorney, but combine that with Expertise and Advocacy, and you have Jon Friedman! Jon is an incredible lawyer who knows the ins and outs of Personal Injury cases. Jon is diligent in his advocacy of client rights and is invested in the outcome of his clients. I was in an...
- Steph H.
Excellent lawyer, but even better person. Jon came very highly recommended, but still managed to exceed all expectations. He provided expert legal advice in connection with a motor vehicle accident I was involved in that ultimately required neck surgery. Jon is an open and honest, no-nonsense lawyer that truly cares about his clients. He was extremely responsive, always available, and...
- P Hayes
Most of the times there is nothing good you could say about an accident, however, in my case there was one good thing and it was that I got to have the guidance and support of this Lawyer, Jon. I did not at any point feel alone throughout this whole 2 year process. His professionalism was impeccable at every moment....
- Sandra J.
Jon was a huge help in navigating the ins and outs of my car accident. I would retain his legal services if needed in the future and recommend him. Thanks again Jon for all the help.
- Thomas
When I was seriously injured in a pedestrian vs. automobile accident I didnt know what to do. The medical bills were going to be stacking up, which I couldn't afford, and I did nothing wrong. I did some searching and found Jon. After meeting with him he immediately took charge of my case and everything was taken care of from...
- Tony L.
Thank you Jon for helping me.
- Jeanne G.
Jon is great! He has helped my family through some tough times. He is a tireless advocate and won't give up until he can find a solution. Jon communicates every step of the way through the legal process and always involved us in all the major decisions. He helped us navigate the confusing legal world. We would highly recommend him...
- Liz K.
Jon is amazing. So much so that I have hired him TWICE. Being in an accident SUCKS. The insurance company-- even your own company-- is out for them, and them only. You need someone to fight for you. That's Jon. He doesn't just sit back and collect... he WORKS for you. Fights for you. And is so proactive. He hires...
- Katie B.
Jon Friedman is very good at what he does. Jon was very patient, professional, and responsive when he helped me with a recent MVA. Jon explained the process well and made sure I always involved and informed. I highly recommend Jon Friedman and would used him again in a heartbeat. Thank you Jon!
- Anonymous
Jon was caring, knowledgable, and worked hard to represent me with my injury claim. Would certainly recommend him to others. I now have peace of mind and can go on with my life. Dorothy
- Dorothy M.
Jon was the best support I could have had through two long years. Sometimes I'd just want to give up. He'd stop, explain what I had to do and why; the process wouldn't look so daunting. I've been around personal injury cases for decades. I've never seen a lawyer who is better at helping people through the parts of the...
- Darlene W.
Over 25 years ago my husband was in an accident. Jon won him an outstanding settlement. Fast forward. I am in an accident. We didn't know who to call until we remembered Jon. I called him and once again he came through. We just settled my claim last week and it was everything that we had asked for. I would...
- Lorrie
I didn't realize I needed the services of an attorney until it was almost too late to make a claim. Jon made sure everything was completed quickly and smoothly and his compassion really made it less stressful for me. He was very clear in guiding me through the insurance and legal processes and thanks to Jon, I have a settlement...
- Maya K.
I would recommend Jon Friedman to anyone! He exceeded all of my expectations and helped me obtain a generous settlement. I was involved in a motor vehicle accident that required 2 surgeries on my neck. Jon helped me every step of the way. I would have been lost without his expertise. Jon treated me as a individual and not "just...
- Michele J.
Mr. Friedman cuts to the chase and lets you know up front exactly what is going on and if you have a valid issue. He is dependable, follows through with his promises, calls in assistance when needed, and is forthright and fair in conclusion. I give him 5 stars because he earned 5 stars. I highly recommend Jon. Thank you.
- Jan N.
If you are looking for an attorney to represent you to the fullest... I will admit that John Friedman is the lawyer you are looking for! Yes there are a lot of lawyers out there, but will they bend over backwards for you? Jon will! He translate and put things in writing to where "YOU" can understand it. The insurance...
- Asia V.
My family will forever be grateful to John for his kind and persevering help for me after my injury. It is very lonely and scary to recover and rebuild your life after a major injury. Having John as my advocate gave me hope and allowed me to focus on getting healthy once again. I was impressed at John's abilities to...
- Patty M.
I have known Jon Friedman for twenty years and never thought the occasion would happen where I would need his services...but as life goes I was involved in a serious accident and thought that I could handle the insurance company claims adjustor and all the pressure from the physical healing, work, and negotiations. I was in way over my head...
- Brian B.
If there was a single highlight to being in a car accident, it was being able to work with Jon Friedman. Jon was referred to me by friend of mine after I was involved in a fairly bad car accident. Jon went above and beyond to make sure that I was comfortable, taken care of, and got everything I deserved....
- Geoff S.
I didn't want to hire a personal injury attorney but the car insurance company was giving me the run around and didn't even want to pay my medical bills. So I called around and found this place he has been honest, upfront with the whole process and I would recommend him to anyone who has been injured in the Portland...
- James J.
It was a pleasure meeting and working with you. No words my thanks. I appreciate everything you have done. Thank you for caring about me as one of your clients. That’s special and hard to find. You are one of a kind. Also, thank you for being straight forward and honest with me. You treated me like I’m a someone,...
- Leeann B.
Dear Jon Friedman I want to thank you so much for obtaining a VERY satisfactory settlement in my accident injury case. I felt I was well represented by you! Your constant communication made me feel that I was your first priority, though I realize you had a large case load with other clients. As a manager in a large organization...
- Michael
A friend referred me to see Jon Friedman at a very low point in my life. Three months earlier I’d been hit in two auto accidents within 20 days. I thought, initially, that the pain I was experiencing afterward was a matter of muscle sprains and that if I saw a chiropractor, the pain would go away within a month...
- Jeannie H.
Jon Friedman helped me to an extent I could never have expected.I was hurt in a car accident. My initial attorney came well recommended but was frequently unavailable and was not communicating with me about very important issues. It was very stressful and I felt that I was on my own.That changed when I found and consulted with Jon Friedman....
- Michael T.
In 2010, while waiting at a signal light, our car was ‘rear-ended’, resulting in its total loss. We sustained severe injuries to multiple body areas, including the need for a hip replacement. We were referred to Jon Friedman, attorney, to guide us through the complicated process of MVA litigation. From our initial meeting we realized Mr. Friedman was a patient...
- Dorothy and Hap S.
I was involved in an auto accident on Jan,6,2013. I found Jon Friedman online or maybe by fate. I personally had no car insurance but the person that wrecked my truck did. I did not know that their insurance would cover me. I had extensive medical bills but my personal health care provider also did not cover auto accidents. Jon...
- Carl B.
Jon was so wonderful to work with. He was always available to answer my questions and concerns in a way that I was able to understand. Jon is a straight shooter and definitely someone you’d want in your corner to ensure that you are not taken advantage of. Jon is very compassionate, caring and very good at what he does....
- The Josephs
After my car accident in May 2009; I was referred to Jon Friedman Attorney; I am very thankful for that referral. Jon worked on my case everyday for many, many months. It was not easy at times & I had many, many questions for him during my case. Each time I asked a question, he had an answer; if not...
- Caroline
Attorney Jon Friedman has all the experience and dedication any person would want in a lawyer. I appreciate his drive and determination. He is focused, and motivated to help.
- A. Connett
Jon – I should have contacted you from the start. After the accident I thought everything would go smoothly and I could handle it on my own. My mistake. I am fortunate that I got in touch with you. Once you had the info you took the ball and ran with it. You had many suggestions that I had not...
- Anonymous
Jon, I found your place page when I google’d for your phone number. As I plan to tell you on the phone when I call: I can’t thank you enough for helping me after my car accident. I am in such a good place now thanks to your help and patient guidance! I was amazed at all of the details...
- Rhonda D.
Jon is passionate about helping his clients AND a pleasure to work with.
- Anonymous
Hello, My name is Dale J. Finding an attorney is never easy or fun, especially if you need one due to a traffic accident. I was in severe pain, not working and starting to build a huge mountain of doctor bills. That’s when a friend of mine said, Go See Jon Friedman !!! He Will Help You !!! During my...
Our law firm’s founder, Jon Friedman, has a commercial pilot’s license and has been a certified flight instructor, both instrument and airplane, since 1981.
