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Military helicopter crashes but automatic distress signal is not sent. Defense verdict. Federal District Court, Los Angeles. .

Summary

Pilot says failure to send emergency signal resulted in delayed rescue and exacerbated his injuries.

The Case

  • Court and Case Number: Central District of Los Angeles / 2:14-cv-07793-JAK-AJW
  • Type of Case: Aviation Related
  • Type of Result: Jury Verdict

The Attorneys

  • Attorney for the Plaintiff:

    Motley Rice, LLC by James R. Brauchle, Mount Pleasant, SC.

  • Attorney for the Defendant:

    Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker, LLP by Patrick J. Kearns and Sarena L. Kustic, San Diego.

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