Aviation Law

Charleston Aviation Law Attorney

West Virginia is a region where steep mountains, fog and short unimproved runways present challenges to operators of private and commercial aircraft. When a plane crash occurs, it is essential to analyze the event and assess the factors that caused the accident.

At Francis, Nelson & Brison, PLLC in Charleston, attorney Paul Weber, who is a commercial airline pilot and accomplished litigator, leads our aviation law group. Mr. Weber's industry experience, in combination with his extensive legal experience, allows him to provide exceptionally well-informed representation to clients in cases involving helicopter and plane crash claims. He also represents pilots in FAA license actions and certificate actions, and he handles other issues involving aviation law.

Mr. Weber's familiarity with aviation operations, aircraft manufacturing standards, maintenance requirements and air traffic control operations allows him to quickly and accurately assess the complex issues involved in an aviation case. His knowledge of regulatory and enforcement policies of the FAA, including federal requirements regarding airspace, altitude, speed, aerobatics, airworthiness, alcohol and drug testing, and falsification allows him to communicate effectively with administrative agencies, judges and juries. He can handle all claims that arise out of part 91, part 135 and part 121 of FAA regulations.

Our aviation practice represents clients in a variety of claims involving corporate jets, private airplanes, helicopters and commercial airliners, and we can provide clear advice about fractional ownership and charter operations. When preparing an air disaster case, our lawyers work with experts to examine the record and the evidence to determine whether the operator was in regulatory compliance, whether the aircraft was retrofitted with unapproved parts, or whether there were manufacturing defects or aviation security violations. That collaboration helps them develop a clear understanding of how those issues affect our client's case, whether the claim is based on negligence, negligent operation, product liability, or breach of contract.

Our attorneys often serve as local counsel for out-of-state insurance carriers and businesses involved in West Virginia aviation cases.

If you would like to speak with one of our aviation law attorneys, or if you have a question about our services, call 304-932-0788 (toll-free at 866-325-5032) or e-mail our Charleston office to arrange a free consultation. Our lawyers will give you an early and accurate evaluation of liability, damages and the costs of litigating your case, and will reevaluate those factors if unforeseen circumstances arise.