Accident

$27 Million Lawsuit Claims Alaska Airlines and Flight Academies Liable for Trainee Pilot’s Fatal Accident

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Anchorage, Alaska — A $27 million lawsuit has been filed against Alaska Airlines and two pilot training schools after the tragic death of a student pilot. The case revolves around the fatal accident that occurred on April 23, involving a single-engine plane crash that claimed the life of the aspiring pilot. According to the lawsuit, the young pilot, who was under instruction from two flying schools, Hillsboro Aero Academy LLC and Horizon Air Industries Inc., succumbed to the fatal injuries during a solo flight. The legal claim argues that these entities involved did not adequately … Read more

Family Alleges Discrimination and Unsafe Practices in Lawsuit After Tragic Drone Testing Accident

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PALMDALE, Calif. — On a seemingly routine September evening at Gray Butte Airfield, tragedy struck when Stephanie Cosme, a 32-year-old testing engineer and civilian contractor, lost her life to an aircraft’s rotating propeller during ground testing of a MQ-9A Reaper drone. Initial reports stated that Cosme had failed to adhere to protocol, but subsequent investigations and a lawsuit filed by her family tell a more complex and disturbing story. Cosme, employed by Air Force contractor Sumaria Systems, LLC, was described as not following proper procedures at the time of her accident. However, her family doubted … Read more

Record-Breaking $287 Million Verdict Reached in Tragic Harley-Davidson Trike Accident Lawsuit

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A New York City jury has awarded a substantial $287 million to the families of three men killed in an accident involving a Harley-Davidson trike-style motorcycle. The verdict, which was announced late last week, marks a significant decision in favor of greater accountability for vehicular safety. The lawsuit stemmed from a tragic incident that occurred two years ago, where the three men, all experienced motorcycle enthusiasts, lost their lives. The victims were riding a Harley-Davidson trike, a three-wheeled motorcycle designed for stability and comfort on long rides. According to the case presented by the law … Read more

Orlando Nurse Triumphs in Court, Wins $2.3 Million Verdict After Rejecting Initial $50K Settlement in Auto Accident Case

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Orlando, Florida – A pediatric nurse from Orlando was awarded $2.3 million by an Orange County jury after rejecting a $50,000 settlement offer from her auto insurer, Progressive American Insurance Company. The substantial award followed a 2021 car accident that resulted in severe, life-altering injuries for the nurse, Mary Alderman. Alderman, 41, suffered extensive injuries when her vehicle was struck by an underinsured motorist, identified as Lynda Cypher Meuhausen. The collision occurred as Meuhausen attempted to maneuver between lanes, failing to notice that traffic ahead had stopped. The impact of the crash inflicted permanent damage … Read more