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When aviation accidents happen, trust a firm with a senior pilot, who knows the law. And his experienced team of litigators with offices across Virginia, serving the nation.
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Gentry Locke is an award-winning leader in personal injury law, specializing in high-profile, complex cases—including those involving plane and helicopter crashes. These catastrophic events can be life-altering, and our firm is dedicated to securing justice for victims and their families. With a proven track record of securing record-breaking compensation, Gentry Locke stands as a trusted advocate for those affected by aviation accidents.

We represent individuals who are victims in:

  • Private plane crashes
  • Commercial airline crashes
  • Helicopter crashes
  • Airport accidents
  • Hot air balloon crashes
  • Blimp crashes
  • Seaplane crashes
  • Drone accidents

Jared Tuck and Matt Broughton in front of a planeWhy choose Gentry Locke?

  • Proven Track Record: With over 100 years of experience, Gentry Locke has successfully recovered over $200 million in compensation for our clients, all across the nation.
  • Personalized Attention: We treat every case with the utmost importance, offering personalized legal strategies tailored to your specific needs and circumstances.
  • Aggressive Representation: We are committed to fighting for your rights, both in and out of the courtroom. Our attorneys are skilled negotiators and seasoned trial lawyers, from many of the top law schools.
  • “Go Team”: Our knowledgeable team includes attorneys, investigators, paralegals, nurses, as well as experienced support staff here for you.
  • Attorney Matt W. Broughton: Matt is an ATP Rated Pilot with over 5,000 flight hours in many different aircrafts ranging from Gliders to Jets. He regularly pilots the firm’s twin engine Chancellor, N82GL.

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Steps to take if you have been involved in an aviation accident:

  1. Take photos and videos of the scene of the crash including the position of the plane, its relationship to physical objects – such as the side of a road, signage, telephone poles, buildings, water ways, etc. Be sure to get some photos taken at a fair distance from the crash site to give viewers a better overview of the scene.
  2. Take photos and videos of any obvious injuries at the scene.
  3. Once any injuries are stabilized and the accident scene is captured on video and/or in photos, contact an experienced aviation attorney with the necessary resources to send a “go team” to the scene of the crash immediately. That team will interview witnesses, inspect the scene, retain a qualified accident reconstruction specialist, and even do aerial photographs if appropriate and necessary.
  4. If you are injured in any way, accept the offer of first responders to be transported to a trauma center to evaluate your condition. Being checked out by qualified healthcare professionals is crucial.
  5. Once you have received appropriate emergency care and your situation is stabilized, begin writing a journal to give to your attorney. The journal should contain all the facts you can recall about and surrounding the crash.  Make sure to include details of your experience since the moment of the crash – including any pain you have suffered, emotional trauma, and how the trauma and injuries have affected your life and those around you.
  6. As soon as possible, personally meet with your aviation attorney and his or her team either to allow them to assess the facts of the crash and your injuries. These meetings are crucial and should occur as soon as possible after the crash.
  7. Report the accident to any and all insurance carriers who may insure you.
  8. Gather any documents, emails, receipts, etc., available to show any written communication regarding the flight, payments, or any other details regarding the trip.
  9. Plane crashes are far more complicated than any other type of crash and should only be handled by an experienced aviation accident attorney who is knowledgeable about the Federal Aviation Association’s Regulations.
  10. Make sure all legal notices to government entities are given in a timely fashion and any complaint is filed within the applicable statute of limitations.
  11. For more information about plane safety concerns, visit the FAA website.

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