Helicopter Accidents
Helicopters, like airplanes, must follow FAA regulations. If you or a loved one was involved in a helicopter accident, look for an aviation attorney who has handled helicopter cases. Because helicopters are not fixed wing vehicles (they are rotary wing vehicles), there are many unique factors to consider.
Because helicopters depend on the thickness of the air for lift, they cannot fly as high as an airplane. The air gets thinner the higher you go, making it difficult for the helicopter to fly and the pilot to control it. This sets the stage for potential negligence, should a careless pilot have caused the accident by venturing too high.
An aviation accident lawyer who understands how helicopters work can better represent you or your loved one in the event you were injured (or if the loved one died wrongfully), making sure you get the compensation you deserve.
Emery Brett Ledger brings more than 27 years of experience to personal injury law. He founded & led The Ledger Law Firm in securing over $100 million in compensation for clients with life-altering injuries & complex claims. Licensed in California, Texas, & Washington, Emery earned his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. His practice areas include car & truck accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, maritime claims, & mass tort litigation. He has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100, Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Top 25, and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. Emery also received the 2025 Elite Lawyer Award & holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating with Platinum Client Champion status. His legal work has been featured on CNN, Forbes, NBC, & ABC.
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Emery Brett Ledger brings more than 27 years of experience to personal injury law. He founded & led The Ledger Law Firm in securing over $100 million in compensation for clients with life-altering injuries & complex claims. Licensed in California, Texas, & Washington, Emery earned his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. His practice areas include car & truck accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, maritime claims, & mass tort litigation. He has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100, Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Top 25, and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. Emery also received the 2025 Elite Lawyer Award & holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating with Platinum Client Champion status. His legal work has been featured on CNN, Forbes, NBC, & ABC.
