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Aviation Accidents

Lawyer for Air Crash Victims and Their Families

If you've lost a loved one in an airplane accident or helicopter crash, you have my deepest condolences. If you or a loved one has been seriously injured in a crash, I understand how worried you must be about the future and the consequences of your injuries.

I'm Jim Pokorny, an experienced trial attorney and licensed commercial pilot. A large portion of my legal practice is devoted to helping clients recover compensation for serious injuries and fatalities suffered in aviation accidents.

Based in San Diego, California, I represent clients nationwide. I partner with lawyers in other states, combining my substantial experience in aviation accident law with the state-specific knowledge of qualified local attorneys.

Regardless of whether I represent you alone or work with another lawyer, my fees are limited to a reasonable percentage of any compensation you eventually receive. And if I do work with another lawyer, you don’t have to pay for that lawyer; I do. If I can’t get you any money for your case, I receive nothing for attorney fees. If this is the case, you would only reimburse me for any costs which I advanced on your behalf; you would not pay me anything for attorney fees. To discuss whether you are eligible to make a claim, contact me today.

Experience With All Types of Aviation Accidents

My aviation background and extensive experience with personal injury and wrongful death cases related to aircraft crashes enable me to effectively represent clients dealing with the consequences of all types of airplane and helicopter accidents, including the following:

All aviation accidents are ultimately caused by one or more of the following factors: human error, mechanical failure, and environmental conditions. I am experienced at coordinating investigations to identify the exact causes of crashes, and my technical knowledge of aviation assists me in identifying potential issues.

An aviation accident is a unique situation that is not like any other type of accident. Most attorneys, even those that handle other types of accidents, will never handle an aviation accident. If you have lost a loved one in an airplane crash, entrust the matter to a lawyer who has not only handled many airplane crashes, but is also an active commercial pilot. Contact me today.

From My Clients
  • Dear Jim:
    I want to thank you again for the work you did on our airplane crash case. We were very happy with the results but, more importantly, with the attention, care and compassion you and your staff showed us during the difficult and emotional proceedings.
    Scott D.
  • My brother was tragically killed as a result of a helicopter accident that stunned our entire family. Mr. Pokorny represented the family in what turned out to be a complicated and lengthy legal battle. His expertise as a pilot and an aviation attorney made all the difference in obtaining a favorable outcome of the case. I would highly recommend his services to others as well.
    Toni Z.
  • I was a passenger in a small airplane which crashed on takeoff. As a result of the crash, I was seriously injured. I hired Mr. Pokorny and he was able to investigate the situation and ultimately determine the cause of the crash. He was able to get my case resolved and get me compensated for my injuries.
    Wayne G.
  • I was a passenger in a small helicopter when suddenly it went out of control and literally fell out of the sky. We crashed into a neighborhood near a hospital. The pilot died on impact. I was lucky enough to survive, but with extensive injuries. We hired Mr. Pokorny to figure out what happened, and to get me compensated for my losses. He did both, and very capably.
    Roberto C.
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