$20 Million Lawsuit Filed Against Teledyne and Orlando Air Over Fatal Plane Crash

In a shocking turn of events, a Miami-based law firm has filed a $20 million lawsuit on behalf of the family of George Barley, a prominent environmental activist who died in a plane crash in June 1995. The crash, which occurred shortly after take-off from the Orlando Executive Airport, was caused by pilot error and engine failure, according to preliminary reports. The lawsuit, filed against Teledyne, the engine manufacturer, and Orlando Air, accuses the companies of negligence and failure to maintain a safe aircraft.

Key Takeaways:

• The lawsuit, filed by Leesfield Leighton & Rubio, seeks $20 million in damages for the death of George Barley, a vocal environmental activist who was killed in a plane crash on June 23, 1995.
• The crash, which occurred in a Beech Baron 58 aircraft, was caused by pilot error and engine failure, according to preliminary reports.
• The lawsuit names both Teledyne, the engine manufacturer, and Orlando Air, accusing them of negligence and failure to maintain a safe aircraft.
• George Barley was en route to Jacksonville to give a briefing on restoration plans for the "Sea of Grass" and adjacent Florida Bay when the crash occurred.
• Ira Leesfield, the Barley family's attorney, has a proven track record of success in high-profile aviation cases, including a $3.8 million suit against Bell Helicopter and a $3 million suit against a flight training school.
• Leesfield Leighton & Rubio is a prominent trial law firm with offices in Key West and Miami, specializing in personal injury, professional negligence, wrongful death, and product safety litigation.

Statistics:

• The lawsuit seeks $20 million in damages for the death of George Barley.
• The crash occurred in a Beech Baron 58 aircraft, while George Barley was en route to Jacksonville.
• Ira Leesfield has tried and won numerous high-profile aviation cases, recovering millions of dollars for clients' families.
• Leesfield Leighton & Rubio is preparing to celebrate its 20th anniversary of service as a trial law firm.

Sources:

• Business Wire, "Leesfield Leighton & Rubio Files $20 Million Lawsuit over Fatal Plane Crash" (August 29, 1995)
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