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Aviation & Marine Accidents

Aircraft and Boating Accident Attorneys in Southwest, Washington

At Schauermann, Thayer & Jacobs, attorney Jeff Jacobs is uniquely equipped to counsel and represent you and your family's interests after an aircraft accident. Our attorneys also have experience handling boating accidents or injury-causing accidents involving other watercraft such as Jet Skis or Wave Runners.

Our experience in complex accident investigation and insurance litigation has been instrumental in obtaining favorable settlements for victims of such accidents, and we want to help you.

A Longstanding Licensed Airplane Pilot Can Lead Your Effort for Recovery

A deep understanding of aircraft, flight regulations, and the aviation industry is obviously a tremendous asset for a personal injury and wrongful death attorney. We are led in this practice area by partner Jeffrey P. Jacobs — not only a proven, accomplished trial lawyer, but also a licensed, active pilot for over 40 years, who holds a commercial pilot certificate, and instrument and multi-engine ratings.

Whether the aircraft accident affecting you or someone in your family involved pilot error or mechanical failure that may justify a product liability action, Jeff's knowledge could be of assistance in the case.

Experience Proving Liability and Damages in Boating Accidents

The partners in our firm have led negotiations and litigation for victims of boating accidents and other tragic marine accidents on our rivers, lakes and other waterways. We understand that there are complexities associated with:

  • Maritime law — including federal and state rules governing navigable waterways
  • What constitutes actionable negligence in a setting where there are no lanes or stripes to establish right of way
  • Investigation of boating and jet ski collisions and other accidents, which often require recovery teams and specialized maritime
  • Investigators who can develop evidence of excessive speed or other types of recklessness
  • Issues of proper operator training, caution and experience on the water that often play into boating and watercraft personal injury cases

Call 360-450-2367 for a Free Case Evaluation

If you have been injured, or a loved one has been injured or tragically killed, due to someone's negligence in the air or on the waterways in Southwest Washington or the Portland area, our attorneys can help. We have advocated successfully for victims of aircraft accidents, boating accidents and mishaps involving water recreation with inflatable towables and Jet Skis. Please contact our respected, professional law firm for the counsel you need.