Two People Injured In Livermore PG&E Helicopter Crash At Livermore Training Facility
LIVERMORE, CALIFORNIA (May 14, 2022) – Two people were injured in a Livermore PG&E helicopter crash at a training facility.
Alameda County police officials are saying that the accident took place around 9:54 a.m. on Wednesday. A Bell 407 helicopter crashed during some type of training exercise.
Firefighters and paramedics were called to the scene of the collision in order to help both of the victims. They had to use the Jaws of Life to get one person from the wreck.
A total of two people were injured and had to be taken to the hospital. The FAA and NTSB are investigating what may have caused the crash.
Liability In Alameda County Helicopter Crashes
Helicopters are relatively safe, as long as all the proper safety procedures are being followed. According to one report from Business Insider, “Like with any other mode of transportation, from driving a car to flying on a commercial jumbo jet, the safety of helicopter flights depends on the safety practices of the owner and operator.” The helicopter crash that killed Kobe Bryant and the crash near Los Angeles that killed 9 people both involved major lapses in safety protocols. There are a number of steps that helicopter pilots should take in order to avoid crashes.
- Helicopter pilots should perform a preflight inspection.
- Helicopter pilots should not take risks in bad weather.
- Helicopter pilots should not fly lower than 1,000 feet above ground.
- Helicopter pilots should eliminate distractions while flying.
When a worker is injured on the job, they will typically have recourse through a worker’s compensation claim. Worker’s compensation is a no-fault insurance scheme. There is no need for any worker to demonstrate that another party was at fault. It can help cover many of the expenses that can come with being injured on the job. Depending on the facts of any case, an injured worker may be able to seek aid through a third party liability claim.
A third party liability claim may be possible when an entity separate from a worker’s employer contributed to an accident. For example, the company responsible for maintaining a helicopter could be liable if a helicopter crash was caused by a improper maintenance. The manufacturer of a helicopter could also be held at fault for a crash through a product liability claim. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a helicopter crash.
- Surveillance footage should be sought.
- Medical records should be examined.
- Maintenance records should be sought.
- The helicopter involved should be investigated.
Any person that is injured in a PG&E helicopter crash may have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. Many victims will not realize the full extent of their injuries for several weeks or months after a collision. An aviation accident attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Liability In Alameda County Helicopter Crashes
We at TorkLaw extend our best wishes to the two people injured in this Livermore helicopter crash. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to authorities. There needs to be a thorough investigation so that similar crashes can be prevented.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Livermore helicopter crash? Our team of aviation safety experts are here to answer any questions that you may have. We care deeply that accident victims get the medical and financial support that they need in order to recover. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support after an accident we are here for you. You can reach out to us anytime at (888) 441-4991.
