Aviation Law

Charleston, West Virginia, 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 or helicopter accident occurs, it is essential to analyze the event and assess the factors that caused it.

Attorney Paul Weber, — a commercial airline pilot and accomplished litigator — leads the aviation law group at Francis, Nelson & Brison, PLLC. Mr. Weber's familiarity with the aviation industry, combined with his extensive legal experience, allows him to provide well-informed representation to clients in cases involving helicopter and airplane crash claims. He also represents pilots in FAA license actions and certificate actions.

To discuss your aviation claim with Attorney Weber, please contact us today and arrange a free case evaluation.

Our Aviation Practice

Our firm's aviation practice represents clients in a variety of claims involving corporate jets, private airplanes, helicopters and commercial airliners. We provide clear advice about fractional ownership and charter operations. In addition, we can handle all claims that arise out of Part 91, Part 135 and Part 121 of FAA regulations.

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

Put Our Knowledge and Experience to Work for You

Mr. Weber is intimately familiar with aviation operations, aircraft manufacturing standards, maintenance requirements and air traffic control operations. This allows him to quickly and accurately assess the complex issues involved in an aviation case.

In addition, Mr. Weber's 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 alike.

Working With Experts for Your Benefit

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 us develop a clear understanding of how those issues affect our client's case and whether the claim is based on negligence, negligent operation, product liability, or breach of contract.

Contact Us

If you would like to speak with one of our aviation law attorneys, or if you have a question about our services, call 304-342-4567 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.