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Washington, DC Airplane Crash Lawyers for Aviation Accidents

If you’re reading this page, that means you lost a loved one or know someone who lost a loved one in the tragic American Airlines accident that occurred in Washington, DC on January 29, 2025. As DC attorneys practicing law in our nation’s capital for nearly 5 decades, our thoughts are with you and your family. We know there simply are no words that can take away what you must be feeling. 

What we can do is offer help. Help in terms of working through the legalities of how to work through this unprecedented situation. How and why can we help?  As may surprise many, most of the Potomac River is within the jurisdiction of the District of Columbia.  In fact, the metropolitan police were among the first responders. Our firm has been practicing law in Washington D.C., in both local and federal court for several decades.

An Airplane Crash Where People are Injured or Perish is a Personal Injury Claim 

In this specific case, three separate laws are involved: 

  • The DC Wrongful Death Act
  • The DC Survival Act
  • In all probability,  the Federal Tort Claims Act

Our experience in handling cases in this jurisdiction makes us very well suited to represent families of lost loved ones as a result of this airplane/helicopter crash.  

The legal process that is going to unfold is going to be a complicated one. While you should take all the time you need to grieve the loss of your loved one, the added stress of legalities can be a challenge. These legal processes must unfold in a way that is fair and just for the families and the victims, by providing fair and reasonable financial support. 

Filing a Wrongful Death Claim After an Airplane Accident

There will obviously be many claimants. In this situation, this civil claim will likely be filed by the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the airplane crash that occurred in late January 29th of 2025. 

This case is unique, because not only does it involve American Airlines, but it also involves the United States military. Claims against the government must be filed under the Federal Tort Claims Act, which has its own unique procedural requirements.  

Hiring an experienced team of lawyers will tremendously lift what might feel like a legal burden. But in the long run, the decision to get legal representation will serve you well.    

Airplane Crash Claims

We highly encourage those who lost loved ones to contact the qualified, experienced personal injury lawyers here at The Lapidus Law Firm to help work through the legal processes and to help ensure that the resolution of your claim includes fair and reasonable compensation in all possible areas, including:

  • Funeral Expenses: This includes a funeral or memorial service, cremation, burial, etc.  
  • Loss of Income: This includes income the deceased may have been earning or would have earned, had that person survived. 
  • Pain and Suffering: Any anguish and emotional distress caused by the death of your loved one. 

Our firm can help you understand the full scope of compensation available under D.C. law and pursue the maximum fair and reasonable recovery on your behalf.

Legal Guidance for Airplane Crash Victims

If there is anything you take away from this article, please know that you do not have to accept any settlement offered to you without the guidance of an experienced Washington, DC Airplane Crash Attorney.  

You could be contacted by attorneys representing the US military, American Airlines, or perhaps attorneys representing another large organization or business.  Please do not speak with them, or sign anything to make any statements until you retain your own legal representation. You can simply refer them to your trusted legal team.

We’re here to help and will fight to get justice for you and your loved one who was lost in this tragic accident. To learn more about The Lapidus Law Firm or for a free, no-obligation consultation, call us at (202) 785-5111.