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Houston sits at the center of one of the busiest aviation corridors in the country, home to two major commercial airports, a dense private and corporate aircraft community, and helicopter traffic supporting the offshore oil and gas industry. That volume of air travel also means the region sees its share of aviation accidents, from small aircraft mishaps at regional airfields to catastrophic commercial airline incidents.
When a crash happens, survivors and grieving families are left to confront serious injuries, permanent disability, or the sudden loss of someone they love, all while airlines, manufacturers, and insurance carriers move quickly to limit their own exposure.
An airplane accident lawyer in Houston from Kherkher Garcia LLP helps families navigate the aftermath of an aviation disaster. Our team investigates the crash, works with independent aviation specialists, and pursues every source of compensation available under Texas and federal law. We work hard so our clients can focus on recovery rather than a legal process against complex defendants.
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Aviation accidents are rare compared to other forms of transportation incidents, but when they happen, the consequences are often beyond catastrophic. According to the National Transportation Safety Board, the United States recorded 1,201 civil aviation accidents in 2024, including 188 that resulted in a fatality. Houston’s mix of commercial flights, private aircraft, and offshore helicopter operations means residents face several distinct categories of risk, and an airplane accident lawyer in Houston can help sort through which category applies to a given crash.
Injuries commonly associated with airplane accidents include:
Documenting the cause of a crash early can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of a claim since aircraft wreckage and flight data are not preserved indefinitely.
Airplane accidents rarely stem from a single cause. Investigators typically examine pilot performance, mechanical condition, weather, and airport or air traffic control conditions before determining what went wrong.
Common contributing factors include:
Because aircraft undergo layers of federal oversight, from design testing to routine inspection, a crash often points to a breakdown in one of those safeguards rather than an unavoidable accident.
Our team represents victims across a wide range of aviation incidents, from single-passenger flights to large-scale commercial disasters. Case types include:
Each case has its own regulatory framework and investigative process, and matching the right strategy to the type of aircraft involved is one of the first steps in building a claim.
Our trial lawyers will go the distance against corporations and insurance companies to win the maximum compensation in your case.
We stand ready to fight for you against the injustices caused by negligent actions throughout the state of Texas and across the Nation.
Liability in an airplane accident case often extends beyond the pilot. Depending on what caused the crash, several parties may share responsibility for the harm. Parties who may be held liable include:
Texas follows a modified comparative fault rule under the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 33.001, meaning an injured person can recover damages as long as their own share of responsibility does not exceed 50 percent. Any recovery is reduced by that percentage, so identifying every liable party can meaningfully affect the total compensation available.
An early investigation often reveals liable parties that are not obvious at the outset, which is why aviation cases benefit from prompt and thorough legal review.
Compensation in an aviation accident case typically falls into two categories: economic damages tied to financial losses and non-economic damages tied to personal harm suffered.
Economic damages may include:
Non-economic damages may include:
These figures are illustrative, not guarantees. Every case is unique, and the potential damages depend on the facts, evidence, and documented losses specific to the crash.
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Texas law generally requires a personal injury claim to be filed within two years of the date of the accident. Under the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code § 16.003, missing this deadline typically bars the claim entirely, regardless of how strong the underlying evidence may be.
Some aviation cases involve additional complexity, including federal preemption issues or claims against foreign carriers, which can affect how, when and where a lawsuit must be filed. Because evidence like flight data and wreckage can also become harder to obtain over time, contacting an attorney quickly after an accident helps preserve the strength of the claim.
When an airplane accident results in a death, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim separate from any personal injury action. Eligible family members typically include a spouse, children, and parents of the deceased passenger or crew member.
A wrongful death claim can seek compensation for:
Wrongful death claims following a commercial aviation disaster often involve multiple families and coordinated litigation against the same defendants, which makes early legal representation especially important for protecting each family’s individual interests.
Kherkher Garcia LLP approaches every airplane accident case with the depth of investigation these claims demand. Our team moves quickly to preserve aircraft wreckage, flight data recordings, and maintenance records before they are lost or altered.
We work alongside independent aviation specialists, including accident reconstructionists and former pilots, so families across the region can turn to an airplane accident lawyer in Houston who leads the investigation from day one rather than waiting on outside agencies.
Our process typically includes:
This approach lets our team build a case prepared for trial, not just settlement.
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Kherkher Garcia LLP has recovered over $1 billion in verdicts and settlements for clients across Texas, with a trial record that includes catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. That track record reflects decades of experience taking on airlines, oil and gas companies, and other well-funded corporate defendants in cases that require extensive investigation and professional testimony.
Every aviation accident case is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future case. What remains constant is the level of preparation our team brings to each new client.
An airplane accident can upend life in an instant, and having the right legal team in your corner from the start makes a real difference in how the case unfolds. Kherkher Garcia LLP has the experience and resources to investigate aviation accidents thoroughly and pursue every avenue of compensation on behalf of injured clients and grieving families across Houston.
Call us at 713-333-1030 today for a free consultation with an airplane accident lawyer in Houston. Our team is ready to review your case and explain your options.
Steve Kherkher is passionate about serving his clients. He has dedicated his life to championing the rights of those who have experienced catastrophic injury due to negligence.
Steve Kherkher, along with Trial Lawyer Jesus Garcia, founded Kherkher Garcia, and under their leadership, the firm achieved unprecedented success within its first three years.
With a career spanning over 35 years, Steve’s tireless pursuit of justice for his clients has earned him national recognition and numerous accolades as an exemplary trial attorney.
Jesus Garcia Jr. is a founding partner of Kherkher Garcia LLP and a nationally recognized trial lawyer with more than 20 years of experience representing victims of catastrophic injury and wrongful death caused by corporate negligence.
Raised in Rio Grande City, Texas, Jesus brings a deep understanding of hard work, perseverance, and accountability to every case he handles. His commitment to justice has led to record-setting verdicts and settlements, including some of the largest recoveries in Texas history.
Known for his trial-ready approach and relentless advocacy, Jesus has dedicated his career to holding powerful corporations accountable and fighting for families when they need it most.
Houston is home to two major commercial airports, a thriving private aviation community, and helicopter operations supporting the Gulf Coast energy industry — and when an aviation accident occurs, the consequences can be catastrophic. At Kherkher Garcia LLP, our team of personal injury lawyers moves quickly to preserve critical evidence, investigate every responsible party, and pursue the full compensation injured victims and grieving families deserve. When you need an airplane accident lawyer near you in Houston you can trust, we are ready to lead that fight from day one.
Visit us at 2925 Richmond Ave., Suite 1560, Houston, Texas 77098, or call 713-333-1030 for a free consultation today.
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Yes, in most cases. Commercial airlines can be held liable when negligence by the crew, ground staff, or maintenance team contributes to an accident. Claims against airlines often involve federal aviation regulations alongside Texas personal injury law, and international treaties may apply for flights that cross state or national boundaries.
The National Transportation Safety Board typically leads the investigation. The NTSB works alongside the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Office of Accident Investigation and Prevention to review flight data, wreckage, and contributing causes. Our team often conducts a parallel independent investigation to preserve evidence that federal investigators do not always retain for civil claims.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the accident. Texas law sets this deadline for personal injury and wrongful death claims alike, though some cases involve exceptions. Missing the filing deadline typically bars the claim entirely, so contacting an attorney as soon as possible after a crash is strongly recommended.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by attorneys Steve Kherkher and Jesus Garcia Jr., who have more than 50 years of combined legal experience championing the rights of those who have experienced catastrophic injury due to negligence.
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