Aircraft Accident Reconstruction and Litigation

Aircraft Accident Reconstruction and Litigation

Author: Barnes Warnock McCormick

Publisher: Lawyers & Judges Publishing

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781933264769

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This book provides a basic source of technical and legal information to participate intelligently in the search for probable causes and discussion of the legal aspects of aircraft accidents. Readers will appreciate the book's refreshing review of the elements of aerodynamics, structural design, powerplants, aircraft control techniques, as well as the nuances of applicable law such as product liability and negligence. The appendix itself is a learning experience. This book could be considered a postgraduate guide for the hardware-oriented aircraft accident investigator, especially the sections on human errors and human factors. This fourth edition includes chapters on the Freedom of Information Act, safety, discovery, spoliation of evidence, Death on the High Seas Act, tort litigation and more.


Litigating the Aviation Case

Litigating the Aviation Case

Author: Andrew J. Harakas

Publisher: American Bar Association

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781634255806

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Aviation law is a constantly evolving area of practice, continuing to change in response to the many challenges facing the industry. Litigating these cases is notoriously complex and challenging, requiring extensive expertise with aviation and engineering principles coupled with detailed legal analysis. A long-trusted resource, this updated edition of Litigating the Aviation Case provides current information and strategic guidance on all aspects of aviation litigation. An overview and analysis of the current legal issues in aviation litigation by the most prominent names in the aviation legal community, this revised edition offers important updates and insights on traditional issues as well as in-depth discussion of current and evolving topics, many of which are in response to the multijurisdictional nature of aviation. The book's 38 chapters address critical issues in aviation litigation, including: - Jurisdiction- Forum non conveniens- Preemption- The Montreal Convention- Unruly passengers- Preservation of evidence- Insurance coverage- Damages- The impact of trade sanctions and Medicare on litigation, and moreWritten by practicing litigators who share their insights and expertise, this compendium offers strategic guidance on the full array of aviation litigation issues, including: - Locating recognized sub-specialists- Maximizing the effectiveness of evidence- Presenting effective opening and closing statements- Cross-examining witnesses- Developing winning trial strategies


Helicopter Crash Litigation, Second Edition

Helicopter Crash Litigation, Second Edition

Author: Gary C. Robb

Publisher: Lawyers & Judges Publishing

Published: 2015-07-28

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781936360499

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Helicopter Crash Litigation, Second Edition is, simply put, an essential volume for any lawyer litigating a helicopter crash case. No other book is devoted exclusively to the representation of plaintiffs in helicopter crash cases. These unique cases require a different approach and techniques, which you will learn from accomplished trial lawyer Gary Robb, who has used these same techniques in a brilliant career as a trial lawyer. This indispensable text travels through the different knowledge and skill sets critical in the successful handling of these cases, ranging from the basic elements of helicopter structure and flight, through the preliminary factual investigation, filing the case, discovery, common defenses, damages and trial. Real helicopter case examples are utilized throughout so as to give context to the suggestions and techniques discussed. The author also recommends safety improvements within the helicopter industry for preventing these accidents in the future.


Truck Accident Litigation

Truck Accident Litigation

Author: Laura Ruhl Genson

Publisher: American Bar Association

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 550

ISBN-13: 9781590317600

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Written by industry professionals, engineers, reconstructionists, and litigators experienced in the trucking field, this comprehensive guidebook provides a strong knowledge base of the trucking industry and serves as a how to for handling a commercial motor vehicle case from intake to trial. The book covers: the lawyer's role in a truck accident investigation; data collection, site, vehicle, and electronic evidence; spoliation of evidence; driving situations (weather conditions, hazardous materials, human factors); on-board electronics; tires, wheels and brakes; technology (what exists, how to use it, and admissibility in court); the plaintiff and defense perspectives; changes from the engineering perspective with respect to engine configuration, speed, and more; and the trial.


Bicycle Accidents

Bicycle Accidents

Author: Jeffrey P. Broker

Publisher: Lawyers and Judges Publishing

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 580

ISBN-13: 0913875902

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With more than 20 years of experience investigating bicycle accidents between them, the authors present a wealth of information on the many different aspects of bicycle accidents and covers such topics as cyclists rights and duties, accident types, insurance and liability issues and bicycle regulatory information, and much more.


Flying in the Face of Criminalization

Flying in the Face of Criminalization

Author: Captain Andreas Mateou

Publisher: Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.

Published: 2012-10-01

Total Pages: 426

ISBN-13: 1409486494

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Two parallel investigations take place after every aviation accident: one technical, one judicial. The former must be conducted with the sole intention of making safety recommendations to prevent the recurrence of similar accidents. The judicial investigation, however, has the intention of identifying those parties that have been at fault and to apportion blameworthiness for criminal and civil liability. Consequently, this results in a predicament for those parties that have been identified as having played a role in the accident, a dilemma between not supplying information aimed at enhancing safety and preventing future accidents and, on the other hand, supplying such information which may possibly be used against them in subsequent criminal prosecution. The situation is compounded by inconsistent approaches between different legal systems; aviation professionals may find themselves faced with criminal charges in one country but not in another, and they may also be unsure as to whether statements given during the technical investigation could be used against them in a court of law. Aviation safety is, to a large extent, built upon the trust placed by pilots, ATCOs and other aviation professionals in the process of accident investigation. This book examines the growing trend to criminalize these same people following an accident investigation and considers the implications this has for aviation safety.


Aviation Law: Cases, Laws and Related Sources

Aviation Law: Cases, Laws and Related Sources

Author: Paul B. Larsen

Publisher: Martinus Nijhoff Publishers

Published: 2012-06-07

Total Pages: 1396

ISBN-13: 9004168109

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Written in the context of the post-9/11 legal climate, this text introduces all the major areas of aviation, covering such topics as the international air law regime, crimes involving aircraft, international air carriage, litigation management, and governmental immunity from liability.