Plane Crash Near Ketchikan Kills Four
8/24/2007
A plane crash near Ketchikan Alaska killed four passengers and seriously injured five others. The passengers were patrons of Holland America Line on a "flightseeing" tour of the area.
Have you or has someone you know been injured in a similar accident? If so, contact an attorney now!
There are several different reasons this accident could have happened. It could have occurred because of the negligence of the pilot or because of a failure to adequately maintain or repair the plane or it could have occurred because of a defective product used in the plane's operation. Because a number of different causes are possible, it is important to speak with an attorney soon after such an accident. Attorneys often hire "accident reconstructionists" to help determine the cause of an accident. Once the information is gathered, attorneys can evaluate and explain the different possible avenues for legal redress. This process is far more effective the sooner an accident victim (or his or her family) contacts an attorney. If the injured person delays, evidence fades, proving what exactly happened becomes more difficult and mandatory time periods for bringing claims elapse. The role of Holland America Line in this case should also be noted. Allegedly, the passengers booked the tour independently. However, if evidence surfaces that Holland America Line recommends SeaWind Aviation to its passengers for excursions, or is in some other way connected to it, Holland America also can be liable. Holland America's potential involvement presents another important reason to contact an attorney as soon as possible--there are strict limitations on claims brought as a result of accidents occurring on Holland America cruises.
